DTF Printing Podcast

Kaycie Cooper and Michelle Brown, co-owners of The Homestead Tee in Hamilton, Michigan, discuss what it’s like to implement DTF into an existing business, the decision process of bringing DTF in-house and selling transfers, and what it’s like being a women-owned family business.

Matt Marcotte and Tyler Springer, COO and CEO of Decoflo talk about their new software, Stream, designed specifically for DTF users, automation and AI in the apparel space, and the importance of having a growth mindset.

Ian Hinkley, co-founder of DGI Apparel, discusses his free online tool that allows users to compare custom pricing from garment suppliers, current blank apparel needs, and how the advancements in DTF printing are a huge win for the industry.

Kevin Oakley, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Stoked on Printing in Las Vegas, chats about replacing DTG with DTF, how to build online stores for clients, and what’s needed for a safe printing environment.

Davis Slagle, VP of Bee Graphix in Fredericktown, Pennsylvania, shares what it’s like to move entirely from screen printing to DTF printing, the benefits of finding your niche, and tools toward employee retention.

Milissa Gibson, sales director at Lane Seven, and Tim Gibson, enterprise sales manager at Supacolor (both owners of High Voltage Studios in Austin, Texas), chat about how to best communicate with your vendors, what it’s like working in the same industry as your partner, and the future of DTF in the apparel industry.

Meryl Katlin, merchandise printing specialist, at Make a Tee Online in Coral Springs, Florida, discusses the reasons behind making the switch to DTF, how to choose between screen printed transfers and DTF transfers, and the importance of being an active part of the apparel decorating community.

Sean Kirkpatrick, owner of Print Hybrid in Lubbock, Texas, talks about his recent DTF printing purchase, pairing it with other technology in-house, and the detailed process of changing his business name.

Tom Rauen, CEO of 1-800-TShirts in Dubuque, Iowa, shares his full circle moment from heat pressing in his basement to running a multi-million dollar apparel business, the importance of connecting with your local community, and why you should find your DTF tribe.

Kyle Robinson, co-owner and CEO of Print My Threads in Flatwoods, Kentucky, chats about automating and scaling with DTF, profit sharing, and working in a family business.