Custom T-Shirt Design: From Concept to Creation

Creating Custom T-Shirts That Sell

Whether you're starting a clothing line or creating promotional wear, great t-shirt design is essential.

Step 1: Choose Your Design Style

Consider your target audience. Are you going for minimalist, bold graphics, typography, or illustrations? Each style appeals to different markets.

Step 2: Select Your Colors

For sublimation, lighter shirt colors work best. White and light pastels give the most vibrant results. Remember that sublimation ink is transparent, so the shirt color affects the final look.

Step 3: Design Placement

Traditional front-center designs are classic, but consider all-over prints, pocket prints, or sleeve details for something unique.

Step 4: File Preparation

Create your design at 300 DPI in CMYK color mode. Save as PNG with transparent background for the cleanest results.