Iron on
Prepare Your Fabric: Ensure the fabric is clean and dry. If there are any wrinkles, iron the garment.
Position the DTF Transfer: Place DTF transfer with the image facing down.
Set the Iron: Adjust your iron to 310°F. (I turn it to medium).
You can use a cooking thermometer to check the temperature of the iron. A little higher temp can be okay.
Ensure the steam function is turned off.
Press the Transfer: Cover the transfer with parchment paper pressure with the iron for about 25 seconds. For larger designs, you may need to press in sections to ensure even heat distribution.
Peel the Film:
After pressing, allow the transfer to cool for about 10 seconds.
Then, gently peel off the film while it is still warm.
If any part of the design does not adhere properly, cover it again with the protective sheet and reapply heat.
Final Press: For added durability, place the protective sheet over the design again and press for an additional 15 seconds. This helps eliminate any residual shine and enhances the transfer's longevity.
Washing Instructions: Wait at least 24 hours before washing the garment to allow the transfer to cure properly. When washing, turn the garment inside out and use cold water on a gentle cycle. It is recommended to hang dry or use a low heat setting in the dryer, also inside out.
This is Direct to Film – if you want to search for tutorials online.
Sticker
1. Prep Your Surface and Pre-Squeegee Your UV-DTF Permasticker
Prepping the Area - When necessary, clean the surface of your item before applying the PermaSticker using either soap & water or a mixture of rubbing alcohol and water (50/50 mix). The cleaner the surface, the longer it will endure natural elements, washing, and wear and tear. Although it will adhere without this, it is recommended.
Pre-Squeegee - After cutting your sticker/decal out, place the design face down with the white side facing up. Using the padded end of the included squeegee, run over the whole design with hard pressure, back and forth 2-4 times. Additional pressure and repetitions should be applied on thin and separated design elements, such as small text.
2. Preparing your UV DTF PermaSticker for Transfer
Gently peel the two sheets apart, watching to ensure the whole design lifts off onto the top carrier sheet. We have a saying in the Dojo - Don’t peel with your hands, peel with your EYES. Designs which contain thin lines and small separated elements, such as small text, the slower you should peel. If parts don't lift, re-squeegee from behind, and attempt to peel again from a different angle. You’ll get a feel for it with experience.
3. Placing Your UV-DTF PermaSticker Onto Your Item
For smaller designs (4 inches & under), carefully place the design onto the placement area with two hands controlling the placement.
4. Completing the Transfer Process
After placing the design, firmly squeegee it 2-4 times. Peel slowly, watching to ensure all elements stick. Again, the lesson from the Dojo applies here - use your EYES and not just your hands. If any part of the design is not adhering, lay the carrier sheet back down, re-squeegee and try peeling from a different angle.
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