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Let's say some of you likely have been making shirts for a very long time. What would those of you that have, suggest someone starting out to stock and offer their clients? Obviously, I'm trying not to tie a large chunk of change up in shirts that will just sit on my shelf, also what has been personal feedback on brands and size? Thanks, in advance!

While getting product to the customer faster is always better, they are ordering custom shirts and a reasonable lead time should be expected. I know if I were to order a one off, I'd wouldn't expect it to get shipped for probably a week. And if you get busy enough, you can place the order for shirts, and by the time you get all the orders ahead of it done the shirts you ordered will have arrived. Ah, the benefits of being too busy. lol

If not then the grandmother doesn't know there names i sent her every file i made to make sure she liked them and was happy. That makes sense.. Never thought about that so this should been maybe 9-10 inches long. That you all, its what the customer wants... I'm not to try to tell them different.. Thanks for the chart i will keep that handy

I keep a copy of this chart by the heat press to help with size & placement. Sue2

I know that is what was asked for, but to me, that looks like it might be a bit on the wide side and the names will be wrapping around to the sides when the shirt is worn. For your own personal experience, ask for a photo of the kids wearing them so you can get a feel for how something looks laying flat, vs how it looks while worn.

Good job...are they spelled right? Checking spelling is actually step 2 after creating the file It wasn't that hard now was it?

One thing about HTV especially stretch is that you need a very sharp blade. I use a factory Summa blade that cuts with about the same force as the venerable "Clean Cut" Blades. I suggest looking at a couple clean cut blades when you get a chance. You will cut at considerably less pressure than the cheap ones that sell for $5. You will pay more but they last for a very long time. (provided that you don't let them punch through the backing and cut into the cutting strip or cut reflective or glitter). If you get one drop your cutting pressure by about half and work back into the proper pressure to be sure you don't damage the new bling. A dull blade causes you to apply extra pressure which in turn causes the drag to start flexing the plastic carrier on the HTV. It is softer and more flexible than regular vinyl carriers and can cause issues with over pressure. The higher end cutters have a suction hold down that helps prevent this but you can still cut it fine if you get set up right. Clean Cut, Clean Cut.....

Well I did it, My first 2 shirts are complete.