T-shirt Heat Press Machine

If we order a heat press how long will it take for us to get it? We have already meet with a small business development center in our area and will be getting a business license this week. We are in the process of getting some preorder interest right now as I send this, so we are ready to rock and roll. So if we order a heat press how long will it take? Also how can we contact you/T-shirt Riches for follow up on orders?

We have them in stock now…Ran out a couple of weeks ago and some orders were delayed. They generally ship out 3-5 days after you place your order.

how do i make the same t-shirt over a over.

What is needed to operate the machine? Other than transfer sheets?

Hello great job.The heat press are for hoodies or only for tshirts?Also there is bigger heat press than 16×20?the 16×20 is the perfect choice?which machine i need for the prints?or pc program?Also how cost a tshirt?thanks…

 Hi Cartess, I just want to let you know I enjoy watching your videos on Youtube, It appears you tell it how it is and I like that. I have one question that has been bugging me and wondered if you can help me out with it. I was wondering with the difference between the Hotronix and Gecko besides cost-wise.  between the Hotronix and Gecko besides cost-wise. 

do you have any agency in southkorea.if you have i would  like to contact that heatpress.
and how can i get transpapper ,if does it possable designe transpapper ourself,
if you have more information ,please send me email

Hej
      do u ship to Africa like zambia on so on

Do you ever reduce or donate some of the items for tax purposes.    My dad was diganosed with ALS and were going to have a big event plant to help him and the others diagnosed with ALS.  Handing out shirts and telling people about it bring huge awareness.  It’s ok if you don’t it didn’t hurt to ask.  We asking business from around to donate stuff so we can get our big event under way.  THanks lightseygn@aol.com

No… sorry.

I don’t… Sorry.

Thanks for the kind words… Hotronix has a variety of machines — each one with their own features. Overall, the Hotronix is a solid machine, more sturdy and quality. It’s like driving a ford escort vs mercedes benz. They both get you where you need to go, but one is more ‘prestigious’ and built better. If money is no issue, go Hotronix. If you’re just trying to get started and money is not falling out of the sky for you, get the Gecko. It works and will make quality t-shirts for you too.

Electricity and some t-shirts

The press can print both tees and hoodies. See this video:
http://tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

There are larger machines than the 16×20. I’d recommend the 16×20 though.

Not sure I understand the question?

I have one question to ask about transfer paper & printer before i purchase heat press machine…
-is any type of ink that i can use? or do i have to use some type of ink?
-printer… I can use anykind printer (basic home printer?) that i can use while i printing a design to transfer paper?

Cartess,

I have currently designed many shirts ( some for businesses and what not and some for personal expression) however, the more complex ones ( my own expression ) are vastly detailed ( vector graphics ) and are oversized. With a heat press would I be able to do the following:

- Print a design on say 4 papers and press onto the same shirt in quadrants ( ie left side sleeve, then right sleeve then say middle shirt and same on the back )?
— if yes next question, if no I guess i am stuck with belt printing and extreme costs

- Print a background, then overlay a design on top of that shirt?

- Does the thread count become a factor? ie 3.4oz vs a softer distressed shirt?

Thanks

I have found a good deal on a used 15×15 heat press. What am I missing out on if I do not get the 16×20? Other than the room? Will it be more difficult to do larger sized garments?

A larger machine will allow you to print t-shirts that have larger designs. However, you can still get plenty done with a 15×15. If you found a great deal on one, take it! Just get started… You can always go larger when you start making money. A 15×15 won’t prevent you from making money

You could definitely do oversized printing with the 16X20 — I haven’t done much of this, but I know it can be done. You won’t be able to do the ‘overlay’ — at least I don’t think so. Give these guys a call and ask that question — they could probably better answer that for you: http://www.txpress.com

See video here:
http://tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

can i use a Steam Press 

hi do you ship to australia?

do you ship to denmark europa

Hi Cartess

I am pretty interested with your idea and machine. Do you ship the heat press machine to Malaysia?

do u ship to new zealand

Unfortunately we don’t. Sorry. I don’t think our voltage system is the same — thus the machine won’t work there.

Sorry Charlie… we don’t. I don’t think our voltage system is the same and the machine probably wouldn’t work there.

We don’t. I don’t think our voltage system is the same and the machine probably wouldn’t work there.

No.

I am definitely interested purchasing the Gecko GK-102. I live in SW Michigan and plan to start my own online t-shirt business. I was curious about other equipment I might need such as a printer or will any printer do?

see this video about using printers: http://tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

Hi Ross!! do u ship printing machines to UK?  

I don’t, sorry… But there should be companies in the UK that sell these machines…

Who said you couldn’t call? Go here: http://tshirtriches.com/call-us/

The company below does it — they’re expensive, but good. I list cheaper alternatives in our training program — but here you go: http://www.txpress.com

Give it a shot and see what happens. Can’t say which direction to go in… But I do believe that once you get started, you’ll start to feel your away around and you’ll have a generally idea on which direction to move in. The most important thing is just getting started — don’t delay, don’t think about it for the next 6 months, just take small baby steps and move forward.

I’ve tried all kids… Anything made by Hotronix is GREAT (which Maxx Digital Press is a hotronix machine). I will say that most every machine I’ve used have all functioned great. Having a timer will keep you on point. Some of your designs may require a 6-8 press, while others may require 8-10 seconds. When you’re pressing a large quantity — those 1 to 2 extra seconds you left the machine pressed down will cause you to lose 10 – 20 minutes easily — I like and recommend timers. Plus, u don’t want to overheat/under heat.

I’ve never shipped with them. Because of their shape, they’ll probably be more expensive to ship.

I believe you can buy this machine direct for $1200 + plus shipping

Actually… many of the designs I resell are transfers I purchase from others. However, I have a good number of my own designs that I sell under my own brand name. I’ll be sharing some of those designs in the coming weeks as I expand my training course…

Hi Cartess,

Will the Maxx Press Digital – Clam Heat Transfer Press 16?x20” be available and functional in India with the watt? If so or not, how difficult or costly is the availability of transfer paper and the machine. Do you ship to India? Has anyone bought it from India?

I’ve shipped to a lot of places, but not India yet. I’m not sure if this will work in India as I have no knowledge on your electrical (wattage) setup there. The machine is offered in the following: Available in 110V or 220V.

Absolutely… It’s done all the time. The process is the same as if u pressed on the front, no difference.

See this post: http://tshirtriches.com/iron-on-transfers-suck/

Based on quantity, colors, type of transfer, etc… Give them a call. They’re extremely helpful.

Sorry, I don’t. My suggestion would be to start small (one design at a time), buy used (you can get these heat press machines on craigslist.com for as little as $200 – $300). And just grow into it… Just take your time and start — otherwise, you’ll be in this same ‘condition’ 3 years from now. Change must begin somewhere.

Absolutely… YOu can definitely print a design on the front and one on the back. No problem. I demo that in one of my videos, I think this video shows me doing just that:
http://tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

Hi Linda, sorry for the delay. The course we offer is pretty straightfoward, with ‘step-by-step’ instructions. You’re free to watch over and over again until you’re able to ‘absorb’ each step. I don’t have anything available in ‘Denton, TX’, as our course is an online course and can be accessed from anywhere in the world. I’m not familiar with any ‘manufacturers’ in Texas, but I imagine a good google search will yield you some type of results.

Big steps are primarily getting your machines (which can be cheap if u buy used from sites like craigslist.com). Once you get your machine, the next big step generally is getting your designs made. I usually tell people to just get started with 1-3 designs and grow into it. No need to spend your entire life savings in one day — grow into this thing slowly. Beyond that, advertising/marketing is going to be key in your being successful. You can have the best designs, but if no one know they exist, it really doesn’t matter. Hope this helps…

Yes, we most certainly do!

I apologize, I’m going to copy and paste this from a question I just answered.

We actually don’t print our own transfers! We deal directly with several companies that specialize in transfers, etc. Printing your own, isn’t cost effective, doesn’t provide the same quality nor does the color on the transfer last when printing them yourself. After your customer has washed the shirt a few times the color begins to fade! Most importantly, it’s too time consuming, which doesn’t free you up to focus on what “really matters” which is: growing your business!

In our course, we provide direct contact with our sources! Which you can purchase most transfers as little as $1.00.

Please be sure to check out our course! http://www.tshirtriches.com/tr...

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Yes, we ship to Bahrain!

Hi,

The companies are listed in the course I have created.

Yes, they sure are!

Absolutely! Please click link below to see examples
http://txpress.com

This company also specialize in sport shirts, etc.

I don’t use printers. I strictly use the transfers along with the 16×20 hotronix heat press.

No, I don’t.

I have created a course that provides everything you need to know. Beginning with purchasing transfers as little as $1, marketing, wholesale tshirts, etc.

http://tshirtriches.com/training

Yes, we do!

I apologize, I don’t sell prints. However, I have created a course. In the course, I have created. I give full access to the sources that provides quality transfers. Most transfers can be purchased at $1.00-$1.50. Please be sure to take full advantage of the course! I also have included where to purchase t-shirts at wholesale, and the step by steps to getting your t-shirt business started.

http://www.tshirtriches.com/tr...

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Hi James,

You can either take advantage of our package we have available http://www.tshirtriches.com/heat-press-machine/

Or you can look on ebay for a machine as well as craigslist.

If you are really serious about starting your t-shirt business. I would recommend taking full advantage of the course that has been created. In the course, it includes the step by steps to start your business, marketing, the sources to purchase the transfers for the most part at $1, whole sale t-shirts, etc.

http://tshirtriches.com/training

Hey,

If you would check out the course. The course provides everything you need to know!

http://tshirtriches.com/training

I am afraid not!

I apologize, I’m going to copy and paste this from a question I just answered.

We actually don’t print our own transfers! We deal directly with several companies that specialize in transfers, etc. Printing your own, isn’t cost effective, doesn’t provide the same quality nor does the color on the transfer last when printing them yourself. After your customer has washed the shirt a few times the color begins to fade! Most importantly, it’s too time consuming, which doesn’t free you up to focus on what “really matters” which is: growing your business!

In our course, we provide direct contact with our sources! Which you can purchase most transfers as little as $1.00.

Please be sure to check out our course! http://www.tshirtriches.com/tr...

Thanks!

Yes, we do.

Yes, please contact us directly! tshirtriches@gmail.com

Thanks

We have several companies out here in the US we purchase the supplies from. Most of the one we deal with do ship outside the UK. Please check the course out to gain access to our suppliers. http://tshirtriches.com/training

Thanks

Yes, it is quite possible. However, I don’t recommend doing it. It’s not cost effective, the transfers usually don’t last after a couple of washes, and it’s too time consuming. The amount of time you would spend trying to print, format the designs, etc. Could be used to marketing in efforts to grow your business.

Pretty much, no.

If you would, please check out our designers. http://www.tshirtriches.com/t-shirt-designer/

We do offer web design, eCommerce site. Please contact us directly for pricing information.

Glad it was helpful… Thanks!

Are you talking about this?
http://www.tshirtriches.com/tee-pack/

See these two posts:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/get-your-t-shirt-designs-drawn/
http://www.tshirtriches.com/where-to-get-custom-t-shirt-transfers/

yes

Yes

A ton. I have tees from 8-9 years ago that I still wear and still looks great…. Order a sample transfer/tee pack and see for yourself. You’ll be amazed.

The paper you speak of are called transfer designs. I do not make the transfer designs because it’s not cost effective, it’s time consuming, and it’s not the same quality as I would get when purchasing from the companies I currently purchase the transfer from. In the course, I have created, provides the information about the transfers and where to purchase the transfers at wholesale cost. In the course, I include information about marketing, the step by step information you need to get your t-shirt business going, where to purchase the t-shirts are wholesale cost as well. Along with more information.

I would encourage you to take advantage of the course!

http://tshirtriches.com/training

I’m thinking you need an FAQ page, problem is people just DON’T read… I keep seeing the same questions asked again & again. People!!  Watch the video and read through 4-5 pages of this feed and I’m sure most of your questions will be answered.

what kind, brand, and model printer do you use for this bussinus?

Excuse me but have u worked with anybody from singapore in terms of designing a t shirt?

I have not.

We don’t use printers.

Great advice — I think I’ll work on that during Christmas break. My wife answers a lot of the questions for me from time to time and she says the same thing you just said — “Cartess… they keep asking the same ole questions”. But that is my fault — I should have created an FAQs page a long time ago — at least the most commonly asked questions would be in one place versus trying to find it all over the site. Thanks for reminding me — it’s the simple things like this that’ll make it easier/convenient for everyone.

Yes.

We ship everywhere.

Absolutely… Check craigslist.com first — u can usually find some great local deals! http://www.Craigslist.com

The transfer paper is a special type transfer. I’m sure you can tell it’s not the usually transfer paper you purchase of Walmart or similar stores.

Please check the course out! I go more in detail about the paper and I provide where to purchase the transfer paper at wholesale cost.

http://tshirtriches.com/training

i need a heat press machine..am in northern california.. bay area..dont want to go trough the hassle of ebay or internet purchase..if any one know about a place that sell them in the bay area please let me know..or if you have one for sale.. i will go to you..san jose, oakland, frisco..santa rosa..central valley.. it dont matter.. i would really appriciate it.. you can send the info to my clothing line email….thatsitclothingline@yahoo.com thank you

If you are trying to make the purchase local. You can either try craigslist or place an ad in your local paper.

No cutters required with this type of transfer — there are no outlines whatsoever. See this video for more FAQs:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

Very durable… I still wear shirts that I’ve printed over 8 years ago. The inks are the same as screen printed inks — they last!

we don’t do vinyl… can’t help ya there. Sorry!

Check out video here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

See video here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

We can work around it… email us: tshirtriches@gmail.com

See video here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

See video here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

No, but if you would. Please watch this video.
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

Yes, you can! It’s actually better that way to have the transfer sent out to a transfer company. The transfer company actually prints the design on to a release paper which is plastisol transfer. It’s definitely a better quality unlike trying to print the design yourself onto a printer. That way is horrible and the design fades after a few washes. Trust me, your customers will not be happy. You want to sell quality products to your customer, you want their repeat business over and over again. Since most of your business will come from repeat business, your existing customers.

In the course, I have created I provide the sources on where to purchase to transfer. Now, the course is packed with information about starting your business, marketing, getting a business license, how to get a website on a shoestring budget, where to purchase the transfers, tshirts at wholesale cost, etc. It’s jammed packed!

http://tshirtriches.com/training

If you are only interested in purchasing the list of sources

http://www.tshirtriches.com/2011/11/

Definitely not recommended, definitely not successful!

http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

If you are only interested in purchasing the transfer please click below.
http://www.tshirtriches.com/2011/11/

If you are interested in starting your business and need to be walked through the process step by step..
http://tshirtriches.com/training

I can you purchase the list of sources to purchase the paper.
http://www.tshirtriches.com/2011/11/

If you are interested in starting your own t-shirt business. I highly recommend the course.
http://tshirtriches.com/training

I apologize, we no longer ship to Pakistan.

The packet is $27. Please click the link below.
http://www.tshirtriches.com/2011/11/

Yes, you may certainly can! Best way to go as far as quality is concerned!

Absolutely not printing designs from a printer is crap! I personally do not recommend using any printer to print the designs. It’s best to have the design created, and send the design to a company who can print the design onto the release with plastisol ink which is the same ink that screen printers use onto print shirts.

Please click the video below
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

I apologize, I am not familiar with that process.

Please click the link below.

http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

To purchase the transfers please click this link.

http://www.tshirtriches.com/2011/11/

Slim-to-none. Order a sample pack and wash a few dozen times and see for yourself. Go here to get one — it’s below the video: http://www.tshirtriches.com/where-to-get-custom-t-shirt-transfers/

We don’t recommend printing your own transfers from your home computer. See video here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

What do u need help with?

And that’s why I start out by saying… “IF MONEY IS NO ISSUE — I’d Recommend the Following MAXX PRESS by Stahls”.

And in all my other videos, I highly encourage people to buy used from Craigslist because they can generally find someone locally selling their machine for as little as $300-$400.

This particular package isn’t for everyone – and isn’t meant to be. And keep in mind, this is a PACKAGE. Not just a heat press machine.

Hope this helps.

Absolutely… You might have a DIFFICULT challenge dealing with the shoulders though. But printing on the front and back will be no problem. If shoulders is a must — I wouldn’t recommend this process.

We don’t . Sorry.

Yes it is indeed.

Each company will have their own requirements. Whomever you decide to use to make your transfers, ask them how they want the file. It’ll usually already be on their website. Each company want differently.

Check out the two videos below:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

And this one here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/where-to-get-custom-t-shirt-transfers/

I’m unfamiliar with those brands — but check out the reviews the other buyers have left about the machine. Don’t forget to check locally on Craigslist.com — you can often get lucky.

That might be outside our scope… Is it lots of small text are a few enlarged text?

you ship to mexico?

We no longer stock the heat press machines.

You lost me… See this post here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

I have seen companies sell heat transfer paper to use in ink jet printers, is this similar to what you are using?

Not even close… Check out this post here:
http://www.tshirtriches.com/video-more-faqs-about-starting-a-t-shirt-business-with-a-heat-transfer-press-machine/

Anytime… Technology has surely changed over time.

Glad we could help. Technology has changed a lot over time, thus making this process so much simpler.

I would like to know the range of prices you get for your T-shirts recently. Thank you.

I primarily wholesale to churches, fundraisers, etc… My wholesale prices range from $4.95 – $6.95

On the retail side, I’ve sold tees for as much as $19.95, but usually $14.95 is the norm for me.

Hi Cartess,
What are your thoughts about ebay?  It looks intimidating when I see t shirt stores and they have 6,000 designs going.

What are your thoughts about cafepress, zazzle, etc?

I’ve never used ebay to sell tees and can’t really provide an opinion one way or the other…

I just didn’t want to try and compete with others selling tees for almost pennies.

Never used them either. They keep a huge portion of the money and you’re building their brand more than your own; If I’m going to market and promote my own tees and drive traffic, I’d rather move them towards my own site/brand. If this is the only way you can get started, then by all means, do it until you’re able to do it on your own.

HOW MUCH IS THE PRESS

Range anywhere from $395 – $2K…. You can find quality used machines on craigslist for cheap. Also, check ebay.

What is the difference with quality and cost, if you use a
heat press and do it yourself or have it done silk screen?

Quality is about the same as screen printed tees. It’s the same inks used by screen printers. Instead of them printing onto a t-shirt, screen printers are using the exact same process, but they’re printing the design onto a special release paper (transfer), that gives you the ability to print on demand. The costs are very comparable and is dependent on the number of colors in your design and the number of transfers you order… For example, using one-color as an example, you can get 100 transfers printed up for about $118 ($1.18/ea). 300 transfers will bring your cost down to about .80/each. Five-hundred transfers can bring your cost down to about .55/each.

Click the link below to order a sample pack and see the quality for yourself… Wash it a dozen times to see how well it holds up:

http://www.tshirtriches.com/get-sample-transfers-printed-t-shirts/