Start A Shirt Business at Home With Only a Heat Press! Investment, Profit, EVERYTHING Needed
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 มิ.ย. 2024
- In today's video, I go over how to start a shirt business at home with only a heat press! Not only do I share how to make the shirts, I go over the initial investment cost to start a business like this, materials you need and cost breakdown per shirt, how long it takes to make a shirt, and pricing suggestions. This is a great option for people with limited space, people who want to maximize their time, or people who don't want to invest in an expensive printer/equipment to maintain. Hope you enjoy!
Mentioned in today's video:
- DTF Prints: mycraftsource.com/?partner=18...
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- 16 x 20 heat press: shrsl.com/368z9
- Amazon list of items mentioned in video: www.amazon.com/shop/simplysallie
- shirts used in today's video are bella canvas CVC 3001
- Designs were all bought on Etsy! These were made for my own personal use- I would recommend to reach out to designer if you plan to sell shirts with designs (Harperprintco, thesweetdownload,camilaprintshop,remmdesign,scarlowdigital)
Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
2:42 Buying Transfers
6:27 What You Need
13:12 Investment Cost
16:33 Per Shirt Cost
16:15 Mug Press
18:31 Time Per Shirt
19:47 Let's Craft!
24:50 Final Thoughts
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Just for info and a heads up. I did things the old fashioned way 7 years for Christmas t-shirts. Bought a bunch of plain white t-shirts at walmart on sale, then bought iron on transfers and put them on the shirts. Then drew designs and added gem stone embellishments to outline them and added holiday type buttons that I hand sewn on. Sewed lace around the neck, bottom and arm areas. I played with dressing up the iron on I put on the shirt instead of just leaving it plain with the iron on. I love tie dying most everything. So I had fun dying them. Then sold them at the flea market for $50 per shirt in November of that year. Spent part of my summer that year doing this, but it was worth it and lots of fun. 200 t-shirts I bought in sizes large to 4x at Walmart's under garment sale in january of that year. The larger sizes sold quick. You can do many things to t-shirts. On mother's day last year I took 100 t-shirts and cut them, sewing in lace for panels and turned them into swing bottom tops with the same idea I did with the Christmas shirts, only with a mother theme. We sale other items at our stand. But those shirts sold out quick. I even took orders to make more with instructions I asked each customer how they wanted their shirt designed. Most people shrug and don't have a clue until you bring out your album of previous shirts you made. I'm a home sewer, so everything I make to sell I take a picture of it. Keep track of everything from what sold to the prices of how much things costs to make the garment. Learned this years ago from buying thrift store clothes, redoing them and selling them on eBay. Everyone loves a one of a kind outfit. Get ideas from Pinterest. It's where I learned to do panels on t-shirts. 🎉❤
So I have started my shirt and cup business and have been doing it for 2 months now and have not made a single sale. I came across the idea just from watching different people but I just wanted to say that starting a business like this is so so so hard because so many people are doing it and you have to really know people and have a good following on socials. You have to make yourself stand out from all of the others. I knew it was hard but I didn’t realize how hard. I hope everybody has better luck then me on their small business journey!!❤❤
Hang in there it will get better
Do you have a website ? I’d love to support somehow wishing you all the best
Go to vending events and network. Purchase a table at a flea market. You will get the exposure you want!
Wear the shirts out give a few out to friends and family. Do pop up shops hang in there!
Send us info I’ll buy some
I almost spent 67$ to get this information right before this appeared in my feed. I super appreciate the value of content you just taught us. Subscribed and thumbs up! Thank you
WOW GOD IS GOOD! This video just appeared in my feed and I knew it was God as I am in season to start my new art business. Only received that tshirts should be a product in my business just yesterday!🤯 (Look at the Lord!) It's only by Him that I could fall upon your channel and thank you so much for breaking everything down. Your video answered all my questions and I feel so blessed to walk this part of my purpose out with so much clarity. Thank you and God bless ☀🧡🕊🍃
Thank you for sharing that with me 🥰 congratulations on starting up your new business, you will do amazing!!
Me too
Gos didn’t show you this video, the algorithm did
I’m going to start a tshirt business and honestly if I can make $200 a day selling my Tshirts I’ll be fine with that. That will make me happy.
Same here
Just don't get discouraged when you aren't making $200 a day. Just like everything in sales, it takes time for the word to get out, and there are slow times as well. Remember these things as well: Just because you like something doesn't necessarily mean a lot of other people will. Look at trends and use that as a guide. Remember that just because you've purchased an image, doesn't mean you can use it on something you sell. You can buy some images with "commercial" rights and sell those. Make sure you aren't using trademarked/copywrite images such as any Disney, Marvel, and many, many more. Read up on the laws so you don't get sued by big corporations. Just FYIs to help you protect yourself as well as keep you from getting discouraged when you start out.
Awesome video. Very informative. You can talk girl! But I do appreciate the message
@@WomanUnfiltered I’ve actually designed my own images, I drew my designs myself and I got my friend who’s a graphic designer to help me design my graphics so there’s no copyright in my shirts they’re all gonna be original.
How was it? Which machine did u get?
I have watch many, many, many 😂😂😂😂videos on t-shirt making etc this is the BEST video I have seen so far! This was easy to follow I am a 54 year old professional artist about to start my t-shirt business and I’m really excited! Thank you so much for sharing!
Their tech setup for bets is so advanced yet so user friendly, love it 🖥️💕
It's a shame! I NEED to really get myself motivated and MOVE! I have 2 heat presses now! I was gifted a Cricut Explore 2 machine a couple years ago, I bought a Cricut heat press last year. I recently bought a 5-1Heat Press machine where I can make t-shirts, mugs/tumblers, plates, hats. I prayed for God to help me make extra income to supplement my Social Security and I'm literally not using it! I felt a strong conviction while I watched your video and inspired as well; so thank you! I want to create faith-based products. I LOVE the idea of the custom DTFs; it will save tons of time, not to mention printer ink! Thanks for making this video; it really as inspired me to start my T-shirt business. I'm a Procreate artist and have an Etsy shop; however, I considering leaving that platform...Blessing!
Thank you Sallie! This was really in depth and a wealth of knowledge for people looking to start a business. Everything came out so pretty & professionally.
Finally a video where you tell us where to get products from! 😂 I find lots of people do this but don’t *actually* tell you where they get their transfers or clothes from so this is super helpful even tho I’m in Australia so finding reasonable prices for products I think is that hard part
Now this is how you do a video!!! This is right up my alley. I was stressing about being able to afford all these equipment for years of periodically doing research, thinking I had to just be a do-it-all because most of the videos/blogs were doing it all themselves. I have a job that I still need so this would be super time saving and hopefully profitable without losing my primary source of income. Not to mention I can choose when to create and when to outsource.
Thanks so much for this❤
Thank you for your positive, informative, and very thorough videos. I love watching your videos and always come away inspired and encouraged to try something new - that it might not really be as hard as I thought. And I would love to see more videos in this series. I would also love to hear your thoughts on how to choose what items/areas to focus on when starting a business. Thank you so much ~
This was very helpful, thank you so much! I had not considered, in depth, using DTFs before and the info and breakdown are very helpful for me. And I do think offering a series like you mentioned about other items would also be great. Good to help those of us considering what to add to our offerings.
Great video as always! I watched this while pressing transfers for an order- your timing is pretty accurate! I was able to press 18 designs while watching 😊
Hi Sallie!!! I agree with some of the previous comments. I have also watched tons of videos, searched for tips , advice and this was detailed and what many of us need. So grateful I came across your video. 🙏🏼💕
I really appreciate your breaking it all down totally. This is the most useful costing vid I've seen
Thank you so much for this video. Honestly you have no idea how much & how BIG of a help it’s been for me. I am just getting started, so this was EXACTLY what I needed for this part of the process!! I even went through My Craft Store!
OMG!! They have been so AMAZING! I’m actually putting in a 3rd order with them. So once again.. THANK YOU 🎉🎉🎉
GOD BLESS YOU 🤍🙏🏽✝️
I don’t know why I’ve never thought to just order my transfers. Finding a printer was the only thing that had me STRESSSSED about starting my business. Thank you so much 💙💙
I totally had to add you to my Playlist! You did a great job explaining how to get started. Thanks so much.
Thank you so much for this video. I've watched a bunch of videos and yours was by far the best I've seen. Very informative and easy to follow along.
Hi Sallie. I’ve watched hours and hours of your videos which are a wealth of small business knowledge. I love the way you intelligently break everything down for your viewers. Thank you for your grace, kindness, and generosity. I love this one so much, it answered my questions about profitability of custom DTF designs. The series you mentioned at the end sounds fantastic. Wishing you and your sweet family all the best! - Ursula ❤️
Thank you so much Ursula! That is so kind of you to say ❤️ I appreciate your support so much!
@@SimplySalliehi could I get the link to where you got the press machine and the other products I will need to start my own shirt business thank you in advance
@@SimplySallie So when doing a Roll or a bundle how do you know how to size the prints you created on your own? How do you know the correct measurements for a Adult T Shirt or a Kids T shirt
Where did you get the designs from this video?
@@angiegratz445
kittl has designs very similar
Thank you so much for a thorough and professional video. I love how you made it all into one, discussing your business strategy and bringing us along on crafting your beautiful shirts! Many blessings to you!
Ive been watching you for yrs and am such a fan. I have seen you make basically everything i can think of!! I've been sooo stuck on I NEED a sublimation printer, then I need a good press. So my husband has offered to buy my a decent press. I've been using a regular iron with my cricut for yrs with no issues. Limitations yes but it's workrd for what I needed it to. Im So glad I found this video!!!!
I’m watching all the way from HAWAII! I love love love how sincere you are and genuine in sharing all of your knowledge. You taught so much and I truly appreciate you very much. My first shirts etc I print I will make sure to TAG you. Thank you for breaking everything down to the nitty gritty. 🙌🏽❤️
Thank you so much for this. I bought into all the sublimation stuff last year and it just wasn’t my thing. I’d love to have more videos like these!
WOW, what a wonderful teacher you are. I just found your channel and subscribed. I love the way you broke everything down into steps. I will definitely check out your other videos and links. I have always thought of starting a t-shirt business. I do have some equipment I already use since I have 2 etsy shops already, so my upfront investment would even be less. Great video for a beginner.
This was a great video for information! I could see where this could supplement a current business and start small and grow. Thanks for taking all the time to make this video to help total strangers!
Absolutely the best show how to make T-Shirts and broken down expenses/costs video I have seen.
OMG, I do NOT need another hobby....but I love this idea! I will definitely be giving it a try! I absolutely love every design you've chosen!
That’s how I feel! It’s addictive 😂🥰 you’ll love it!
This is such a well thought out video! So good! I've been looking for a DTF transfer company & this was just what I needed to see! Easy ordering! I have all the other supplies! I'm ready to go! Thanks for sharing! 👏👏👏
I’m so happy you enjoyed it Tracy! Excited for you 🥰
You’re the best!!! Thank you for this. I’ve had many people ask me if I’m going to use sublimation or DTF on my shirts, and now I’m considering it!
Your video was so informative. Everything was straight into the point no fillers. Always wanted to start my own T-shirt business but I am not very tech savvy. you have inspired me. Thank you.
I've been leaning towards DTF and getting rid of my screen printing stuff since my orders haven't big as big as I'd like. Totally agree with the cost equaling out and a huge TIME SAVER.
Don't get discouraged with the screen printing press just yet. Printers have gotten lucky to find large orders.
Great video. Love how you breakdown the costs.
Thank you Naomi! Glad you enjoyed it!
Hello Sallie! I would like to thank you for such a great in-depth video. You provided a lot great information that you didn't have too. This was so amazing 😊. Be blessed and take care!
Thank you Sallie, i have just watched this video , im inspired to start you know. You explained every detail so well. ❤❤
Thanks Sallie, this was really informative! I hadn’t thought of doing it this way as a main strategy. Intriguing! I would most definitely be interested in similar videos in a series.
This was so super helpful!! Weeding mandalas for orders are NOT QUICK so transfers might just be the way to go. Thank you for always giving us such great tips!
Thank you Sallie for this awesome information! This is great!! 😊💜 Yes, series please!! 🤗
I loved this video! I never knew anything about making t-shirts & now I want to start a side business doing shirts ☺️. I stumbled upon this video in trying to help my daughter come up with ideas for her short business but it turns out, she’s not doing these types (with the heat press). I’m super glad I watched this! Those designs are super cute and I love how thorough you were in explaining everything. You really know how to make good videos 😉 Thank you for sharing! ❤
I loved this busines idea!
I have a wreath business on Esty but not going to well, a lot of competition.
I am considering the T shirt busines. You gave a lot of valuable information, to inspire me.
Thanks
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Hi! I loved the breakdown of everything that goes into a business like this! It’s really helpful😊 I am toying with the idea to make my own tshirt designs but not sure if I can financially pull it off at this time. 😂
One question I had, (and apologies if I missed this if you already touched on it) does the gang roll get shipped to you as an actual roll, or does the company slice each design and send it flat?
I have the same question. Supacolor sent me samples but no explanation. I think one large design for shirt is on sheet. And small designs as many it can fit on a sheet, that is what they seem to call gang sheet/roll.
Love all your info. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.
I have been searching and searching on how I could start on this! Thank you so much for such a very informative video! This is the best!
Thank you Sallie! I have been wondering what to do for an at home business and you explained things so well, I took notes. This might be something I could do! I work a 12 hours factory job right now and have been wanting to find something I could do to get me out of that job but still bring in more money. I'm hoping this could be a way. I want to be home for my kids, since I homeschool 2 of them. Yes, it's hard and challenging while I work this weird factory schedule, but it takes a lot of time away from the family. Thanks again for this video, I hope to see more!
Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I know you can do it ❤️
Yep. I hear you on the home schooling. Doing the same for my 5 year old. Already did it for my 17 year old. I wish you all the best!!!
Do you have to pay tax when doing business at home?
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Holy Spirit led me to this video. Great explanation of everything. This was so helpful. I just want to make shirts to wear to church but then you popped up with this great information. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much! this was very helpful and informative. This video takes out the brainwork on all the gears you need and what the process looks like from top to bottom. So grateful!
Hello 👋 i started watching you years ago. Everytime something new comes up in the crafting business , i come straight to you . I know you have the best information. ❤
Oh my goodness this is so sweet of you to say! Y’all mean so much to me 🥰
Even if you are quick, you need about 5 minutes per t-shirt, including packaging and labeling = 12 t-shirts per hour. And you still have to sell it. So let's assume 5-7 t-shirts per hour = $144 per hour - if everything goes well. The purchase of the equipment and electricity still have to be deducted. Of course you also have to pay taxes etc. So we assume §50-75 per hour. Thanks for the interesting video.
How do you determine what the size of the DTFs need to be? Do you have standard sizes that you like to use?
Great question I will like to know the answer to this question please
OMG, Sallie girl, this was great and so refreshing. I have been thinking about this business for a while now and feel like after watching your video, it's time. Love the messages on your shirts too. He is good!
Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️
I’ve been praying for a video to come across to help me get started. Thank you!!!
Great video! 😊 Do you make your own designs or buy them? How do you really know how big the designs are when you put them on a gang roll? I did see that there were rulers on the side when you were placing your design on them but are the rulers accurate? Also do you size down your designs depending on what size shirt you put them on? For example do you put an 8 inch design on a small shirt vs. a 10 inch design on Large.
This is a great question!! I’m interested in knowing as well!
Thank you! I make some and buy some usually. The website tells you the size as you’re sizing up and down! I would choose the standard adult size transfer which is usually 10-10.5” wide. It will work well for mostly all adult sizes. You could of course size up and down as you wish!
When you say $271.125 per hour...was that profit? Or money brought in? I'm watching this before my coffee has had time to sink in...
That is profit of making each shirt using the cost strategy I used. Of course a few other things will go into that (like time it takes to ship, listing the item, etc. ) but that’s the cost after your materials and the time creating one shirt! 😊
I felt that on another level. #butfirstcoffee 😂
Hi Sallie, just curious as to to why you dont sell shirts on your etsy website? Is it because its not as profitable as the woodworking?
Very informative! I love how you broke everything down because not very many TH-camrs are mentioning this. Thanks so much for sharing!🙏🏽❤️
What designers do you use or how do you go about finding a designer to use?
I truly appreciate your presentation. I’ve been thinking about doing the DTF as the sublimation doesn’t seem to be kicking it for me. Most helpful information.
Thank you so much for this information! It was a breath of fresh air to learn from someone who gives clear direction and is also charming. Thanks! :)
Amazingly thorough video!!!! LOVE these designs. It was wild how closely they all matched esp the just peachy which I’d def wear! Thanks for this INFO!!!!! ❤❤❤ I’m considering a shirt line for mental illness awareness.
Thank you for showing us the entire business model in a few minutes. Wow, so easy to make with small equipment. This is definitely a great business model.
Omg. I have been wanting to start but just didn't know how to. Thank you so much for this amazing video! You are awesome!!
Wow this is such amazing and valuable information!! Thank you 💛
Very very informative. I watched so many videos but none of them go in detail about cost/investment like this. I loved watching this video.
Thank you Sallie! This video is very informative and helpful. I’ve been wanted to start a t shirt business but didn’t know where to start.
Hi Sallie, so excited to start my t-shirt business!Because of you,I will be prepared.
You explained everything so well!! Thank you!
Thank you very much for how you took time to break down everything, you are such a blessing. Now I will try to start this business again
Awesome. You're the best teacher ever.❤❤
Most informative video on TH-cam. Thanks so much for everything you did. Very helpful. ❤
Hi, I'm also starting my t-shirt business. Your video was well put together and very informative. Love it! Thanks
New subscriber! This is detailed information!! Best video on TH-cam!!
Hi Sallie , this was a great video & you explained everything so well thank you so much. 😊
I’m considering starting and this has helped tremendously! Thank you
Oh wow! This was a great video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.❤️
Thanks for this video, Sallie! Very helpful!
Thank you so much for sharing these tips with us. This was very helpful. ❤️
I have thought about starting a tshirt business and this was super helpful. Thank you so much!!
Thank you Sallie for sharing the information.. Each One Teach One mindset.
Sallie, tysm for sharing your time, knowledge and gift with us. You are truly motivating! Looking forward to starting my T-shirt business because of you and it’s TIME! Be Blessed
So happy for you! You’re gonna do amazing!
great detailed video Thank you! I can’t wait to get started❤
Thank you so much Sallie! This was so helpful.
Wow..thank you so much for sharing your business venture.. looking forward for more.❤❤❤
I loved the profit breakdown! Thank you!
Awesome presentation! Thanks for your help.
Thanks this was a great video, I’m definitely going with your points and advice!
You are a gem Sallie. Thank you and God bless you.
Thanks for the information been watching several of your videos .❤
I Love your videos Sallie you are so talented n explain everything so well ty so much
New Subscriber here, the thought of doing tshirts became a reality for me, I just ordered my heat press 😊 I'm soo excited! This video crossed my path at the right time, thank you for sharing the breakdown and all the supplies, much appreciated!👍🏽
If you don't mind me asking, what kind of heat press is it? I'm looking to get into this business
This is such an informative and detailed video! You are a great teacher and thank you for sharing your knowledge🙌🏻. I can’t wait to watch more of your content❤
Thank you so much! I appreciate you being here and glad you enjoyed the video!
I just watched your video, and you made it so simple.Thank you so much.
Great video and super helpful information! Thank you!
Thanks so much for sharing all this info! It was a great video!
I'm so appreciative of you taking the time to put this video together from the bottom of my heart thank you, your video about making stickers is also amazing I pray that you will be forever blessed... Charlie
Thank you for your amazing informative video. It answered a lot of questions for me. Thank you, thank you!
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thank you for your video sallie it really helped me out!!
Thank you for sharing this great idea I will for sure give it a try. I have been looking for a business idea. This is a good one. Thank you once again. ❤
Love this video great information. The series would be a great idea
What a lovely shirt - he makes all things new! Indeed he does. Thank you for sharing all the info.
Good morning! You are so helpful to all your viewers. Thank you for posting
Thank you Lisa!!
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It was perfect.