THE FIELD MANUAL
THE PRINTERS’ GUIDE.
Practical notes on choosing blanks, testing prints and turning a small run into a repeatable clothing range.
Screen printing on blank clothing
Pick a smooth print face and keep repeat orders consistent.
Read the guide ↗DTF printing on tees and hoodies
Direct-to-film transfers work well for short runs and detailed artwork when the garment tolerates the press.
Read the guide ↗DTG printing on cotton blanks
A smooth cotton face is a useful starting point for direct-to-garment printing.
Read the guide ↗Heat transfer vinyl on blank garments
Use garment-compatible HTV for names, numbers and small batches.
Read the guide ↗Sublimation on polyester clothing
Choose a light polyester blank when you want dye to bond into the fibre.
Read the guide ↗Printing on polyester and technical fabrics
Test heat tolerance and colour migration before committing to a run.
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Cotton, ringspun cotton and combed cotton
Learn what the yarn can tell you about the surface and feel of a blank.
Read the guide ↗What does GSM mean on a garment?
Use fabric weight to narrow the search, then check the cut and finish.
Read the guide ↗Brushed fleece, French terry and sweatshirt fabrics
The inside determines warmth and feel; the face determines where your ink or transfer lands.
Read the guide ↗How to test blank garments before a print run
A small, documented sample run catches sizing, adhesion and care problems before they spread.
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How to start a UK clothing business
Start with one customer group, one blank and a repeatable fulfilment process.
Read the guide ↗Selling a clothing range on Etsy
Build a small, clearly described range that fits Etsy’s current seller and creativity rules.
Read the guide ↗How to sell clothing on eBay UK
Use clear variation listings for styles with a stable size and colour range.
Read the guide ↗Selling clothing on Amazon UK
Prepare product identifiers, variation data and fulfilment before submitting a new range.
Read the guide ↗Setting up a clothing store on Shopify
Use your own storefront to control the collection, sizing and brand experience.
Read the guide ↗Launching apparel on TikTok Shop UK
Pair a clear product listing with honest video that shows fit and print detail.
Read the guide ↗Selling a clothing line on Depop
Show the garment in use and disclose how it is made or sourced.
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How to market a clothing drop
Use fit, fabric and proof of print quality to make a first drop easier to buy.
Read the guide ↗How to price a small clothing run
Use a per-unit cost model that includes waste and fulfilment.
Read the guide ↗Planning sizes and colours for a first drop
Buy a narrow initial range and preserve room to reorder.
Read the guide ↗Photographing clothing for online sales
Make colours, fit and details easy to compare.
Read the guide ↗Email marketing for a clothing launch
Give subscribers a useful reason to join and set a predictable email schedule.
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