DTF prints are designs printed in full color on film and pressed onto fabric with heat, and a ready-to-press DTF print from Marie Gems costs $2.00 at 4" and $4.00 at 12". You supply the shirt and the heat press. Five Christmas designs are in the shop today, and every order ships nationwide.
I run Marie Gems, a DTF transfer shop in Wichita, Kansas, with more than 500 orders shipped and no minimum order. I print every transfer myself, in house, on my own printer, film, ink, powder and heat press.
What are DTF prints?
A DTF print is a design printed on specialized film that you apply to compatible fabric with heat and pressure. DTF stands for direct-to-film. In my shop, a DTF print and a DTF transfer are the same thing: a finished design on film that arrives already printed, so you do not need a DTF printer of your own. My complete guide to ready-to-press DTF transfers explains the idea from the start, and my post on DTF vs. sublimation vs. vinyl compares it with the other methods.
Is a DTF print the same as a printed shirt?
No. A DTF print is the film with the design on it, and the shirt is a separate purchase. My single-design listings say you need your own compatible blank and a heat press, and my bundle listings say shirts, garments and digital files are not included. If you would rather skip the pressing, I also sell finished made-to-order shirts, such as the Custom Personalized T Shirt from $24.99, and my post on heat press transfers vs. a finished custom shirt prices both routes.
What do DTF prints cost at Marie Gems?
One DTF print costs $2.00 at 4" and $4.00 at 12", and ordering 5, 10 or 20 of the same design in one size lowers the price per print. Every single design in my shop uses the same price ladder.
| Size | 1 print | 5 prints | 10 prints | 20 prints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4" | $2.00 | $9.00 | $17.00 | $32.00 |
| 6" | $2.50 | $11.25 | $21.25 | $40.00 |
| 8" | $3.00 | $13.50 | $25.50 | $48.00 |
| 10" | $3.50 | $15.75 | $29.75 | $56.00 |
| 12" | $4.00 | $18.00 | $34.00 | $64.00 |
The size you order is the longest side of the design, and the artwork keeps its own proportions. My DTF transfer size guide lists 10" as popular for adult shirt fronts and 12" as the full-size option. A family of six wearing the same design at 10" costs $19.25: five prints for $15.75 plus one for $3.50.
Which Christmas DTF prints can I press now?
Five Christmas options show the range, and each single design costs $2.00 at 4" to $4.00 at 12". Christmas is December 25, and these are all in the shop today. I picked five that suit five different people on a holiday list.
- Established 2026 Stockings: a family stocking design that marks a household established in 2026. The photo shows five green stockings, each with its own pattern, under the words Established 2026.
- Secret Santa Survival Kit: built around office and friend-group Secret Santa exchanges. The photo shows an open gift box holding candy canes, a mug, pens and chocolate.
- Happy Camper Christmas: a camper van with a wreath and string lights, made for RV and camping fans.
- Naughty by Nature: a black cat in a Santa hat batting an ornament beside a tree, with a playful holiday pun.
- Christmas Volume 1 5-Pack: five 12x12 prints for $18, a $2 savings over five singles at $4 each. The designs include Dear Santa Just Bring Coffee, Dear Santa It Wasn't Me and Santa's Favorite Hot Mess.
The Christmas DTF Transfers collection has 75 products in all. If you like funny holiday animals, my post on the Christmas raccoon series covers five more designs.
Can I get DTF prints near me?
If you live in the Wichita area, yes: local pickup is available by arrangement, and every order also ships nationwide from Wichita. Mention pickup at checkout or through the contact page, and I will coordinate a time and place. My local pickup page explains how it works.
What do I need to press DTF prints?
You need a compatible blank and a heat press. My starting application is 320°F for 15 seconds with firm, even pressure and a cold peel. My bundle listings say the transfers work on cotton, polyester and cotton and polyester blends in light or dark colors, and my DTF pressing guide has the settings on one page. Wait 24 hours before the first wash, then wash the shirt inside out on a cold, gentle cycle and skip the fabric softener. For step-by-step instructions, see my post on how to apply a DTF transfer at home.
Ready to pick? Browse the DTF Transfers collection, or upload your own artwork for a custom transfer priced by size from $2.00.