How to Start a Heat Transfer Business in the Philippines

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We're often asked this question and as promised, here are the basics!

Machines. Currently in the market (I'm actually selling a package ) are China made. Don't be put off by that. I have been selling them for almost two years already and so far, no mishaps yet. I am no authority on US Made Machines, so you'll have to look to other sources for 1st hand information on that.

Paper. My husband always says, "You've got to know your machine". I say, You've got to know your paper. Finding the best (and again, mostly I'm referring to China papers, ok?) , is like sifting thru a sackful of sand. Buy samples (please don't ask it for free, sellers need to live too. ) and properly label every test. When you find the one, you've got 50% of the challenge solved.

Printer. You've got the goods, now you can print your design. Two years ago, I have searched high and low for a C86 which is the recommended printer from US T-shirt Heat Pressers. Well, conclusion is, no C86 here. I'm using C90 with CISS with pigment (something like Durabrite) ink. So far, so good. Can withstand up to 30 washes. Handwashed. Dye has better color but can only last about 15 washes.

T-shirt. You can choose the custom made route or start out with Blanks from Divisoria. Scour Juan Luna St. for your shirts. Look out for Whistler, Softex, Lifeline, Novo, Blue Corner.

Graphics Manipulation Software. Well of course you can just grab from the net or insert your picture from your camera and you're set to go but if you're going for the professional touch, try to learn Adobe Photoshop or Corel. For tutorials, there are a lot of basic tutorials on the net. Just Google "tutorial photoshop".

Hope that helps! Till next time!