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LinkedIn Learning

Learn T-Shirt Printing and Design

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

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This course walks through the process of designing and producing a t-shirt. Learn about various printing methods, design considerations, production challenges, and more.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Welcome
1. Artwork Fundamentals
  • Choosing materials to print on
  • Full color vs. spot color
  • Color mode
  • Vectors vs. pixels
2. Printing Methods: Which One to Go With
  • Vinyl printing
  • Screen printing
  • Direct to garment and image transfers
  • Online t-shirt printing options
3. Designing the Shirt
  • Choosing a design program
  • Sizing and dimensions
  • Designing for screen printing and vinyl
  • Designing for digital print methods
  • Final check before production
4. Production Challenges
  • Location and size of design
  • Screen printing: Underbase
  • Avoiding problems
5. Budget: How It Affects Your Methods
  • Locations and quantity matters
  • Vinyl and DTG limited by size
  • Specialty colors and inks for screen prints
Conclusion
  • Advanced tips and tricks
  • Next steps

Taught by

Sebastian Bleak

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