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Fort Myers, FL · Small runs, full color
DTF & vinyl transfers.
Need a handful of shirts, a full-color design, or names and numbers? Digital DTF transfers and heat transfer vinyl give you a great-looking result without the setup of screen printing.
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(239) 461-7245
1+Small runs welcome
∞Colors with DTF
0Screens needed
1989Decorating in Fort Myers
What it costs
DTF starting at $2.50
Left chest$2.50per transfer, decoration only
Full back$6per transfer, decoration only
With a t-shirt$10left chest DTF on a tee
Low-volume pricing. Decoration-only prices are per transfer and don't include the garment. The $10 starting price includes a standard t-shirt with a left chest print. Larger quantities, premium garments and multiple locations are quoted on request.
How it works
DTF: full color, any fabric, no screens
With DTF (direct-to-film), your design is printed in full color onto a special film, coated with an adhesive powder and cured. We then heat-press the film onto the garment and peel it away, leaving your design bonded to the fabric. There are no screens and no weeding, so small orders and complex art are fast and affordable.
DTF works on cotton, polyester and blends, on light and dark colors. The result is a soft, durable print with vivid color, fine detail and gradients that would take many screens to reproduce.
Heat transfer vinyl (HTV)
HTV is a clean-cut, solid-color material. We precision-cut your design on a vinyl cutter, weed away the excess, and apply it with heat and pressure. It's ideal for names, numbers and simple graphics, like player names on team jerseys or a name on a work shirt, and it works on cotton, polyester and performance fabrics.
Which one should you choose?
Choose DTF for full-color logos and artwork. Choose vinyl for bold one- or two-color lettering and personalization. For larger runs of simple designs, screen printing usually becomes the better value, and we'll tell you when it does.
The details
- DTF
- Full-color film transfer, heat pressed. Soft, durable, great detail.
- Vinyl (HTV)
- Precision-cut solid colors, heat applied
- Fabrics
- Cotton, polyester, blends and performance fabrics
- Best for
- Small runs, quick turnarounds, one-time events, personalization
- Setup
- No screens, no per-color setup
- Pricing
- From $2.50 left chest or $6 full back, decoration only. From $10 with a t-shirt.
- Artwork
- High-res PNG or vector files. We can help prepare art.
What we transfer
Perfect for small, personal and full-color jobs
Names & numbers
Player names and numbers on jerseys and team shirts with vinyl.
One-time occasions
Concerts, family reunions, birthdays and bachelor parties.
Detailed artwork
Photos, gradients and multi-color logos that would take many screens.
Personalized uniforms
Employee names added to uniforms and work shirts.
Custom one-offs
Personal shirts, totes and gifts for one person or a handful.
Get the best result
Three tips for sharp transfers
Send a transparent PNG
A high-res PNG with a transparent background (300 dpi) gives DTF the cleanest edges.
Avoid hairline details
Super-thin lines and tiny text can lift. Keep lines at least 1–2 points thick.
Wash it right
Turn inside out, wash cold, and tumble low or hang dry to keep transfers looking new.
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Is DTF & vinyl right for you?
Not sure? Tell us the quantity, garment and artwork and we'll recommend the best fit.
| Method | Minimum | Artwork | Look & feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen printing | 12+ per ink color | 1–6 solid ink colors | Soft, durable ink on the surface | Teams, events, uniforms, bulk |
| Embroidery | Usually 12+ | Logos and lettering in thread | Stitched, raised, premium | Polos, hats, jackets, workwear |
| Dye sublimation | 6+ | Unlimited full color | No feel at all, dyed into the fabric | Sun shirts, performance wear |
| DTF & vinyl | Small runs | Full color (DTF) or solid (vinyl) | Smooth transfer on top | Small orders, names & numbers |
Common questions
DTF & vinyl FAQ
What is DTF printing?
Direct-to-film. Your design is printed in full color on film, coated with adhesive, and heat pressed onto the garment. No screens or weeding needed.
What's the difference between DTF and vinyl?
DTF handles full-color art, photos and gradients. Vinyl is a cut, solid-color material best for names, numbers and simple graphics.
What fabrics can you use?
DTF and vinyl both work on cotton, polyester, blends and performance fabrics, on light and dark colors.
Is there a minimum order?
DTF and vinyl are made for small runs and one-time orders. Call us with your quantity.
When is screen printing a better choice?
For larger quantities of simple 1–3 color designs, screen printing usually costs less per shirt. We'll recommend the best option.
How do I care for transfer prints?
Turn garments inside out, wash cold, and tumble dry low or hang dry.
Ready when you are
Let's make a few shirts.
Send your logo, quantity and date. We'll come back with pricing and a proof, usually within one business day.
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