How to Design a T-Shirt: The Ultimate Guide
Whatever your reasons, the fundamentals of t-shirt design remain the same; it’s what you do with them that counts.
Do you have an killer t-shirt idea and suspect others will feel the same way? Are you looking for an alternative means of promoting your business, or making some side income with merch? Do you want to commemorate a special event, like a family reunion or bachelorette party?
- Figure out why you need a shirt
- Define your budget at quantity
- Know your printing options
- Screen printing
- Vinyl graphics
- Direct-to-garment
- Brainstorm your design concept
- T-shirt types
- Style and imagery
- Typography
- Colour
- Specialty printing
- Find a designer
- Evaluate your design
- Get the right files
- Find a kick-ass printer
Every year t-shirt design and printing are becoming more and more accessible. They’re something every business can take advantage of… as long as they know what they’re doing. We hope this guide on how to design a t-shirt gave you everything you need to break into the world of making t-shirts. Got questions? Ask them in the comments below.