FAQHave questions about hotfix rhinestone and crystal heat transfer motifs? We've got answers! These are the questions people ask most! No questions is silly or dumb. If your question isn't answered here, give us a call.
What is a Hotfix heat transfer design or Motif?
What is the best application process to use for a rhinestone or crystal heat transfer design?
I don't have a heat press. Can you apply my design for me?
What kind of elements can I use in my designs?
What is the difference between a rhinestone and a crystal?
What is a nailhead?
What is a rhinestud?
How do I care for my design?
How long will my design last?
What is the minimum on custom design orders?
Are there discounts for quantity orders?
How fast can you make my design?
Can I buy just the design or do I have to buy the design on a shirt?
What is the difference between a "transfer" and a "template"?
Is it worth the expense to purchase a heat press?
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The term "hotfix" refers to elements with a heat activated glue that can be ironed on or applied with a heat press. The finished design is applied as a "heat transfer" and may be referred to as a "rhinestone heat transfer" "hotfix transfer", "crystal transfer" or "motif".
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Using a heat press to apply designs to your garment is best! You will get even heat and pressure throughout the design. When using an iron, it is more difficult to get the even heat and even pressure that will ensure your design stays adhered to your garment. It's not impossible, just more difficult and more time consuming.
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Yes, we offer in house design application for a minimal fee. No need to mess with the iron or purchase a heat press.
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We make designs in hotfix CRYSTALLIZED™ -Swarovski Elements, rhinestones, nailheads, and/or rhinestuds.
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Rhinestones are fine for budget projects but when quality really matters CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements "Swarovski Crystals" are the way to go! CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements will give you the most sparkle and shine possible and are available in many colors!
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Nailheads are flat shiny metallic dots.
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Rhinestuds are a metallic as well, however, they are faceted to take on the shape of a rhinestone or crystal. They do sparkle.
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Wash inside out. Dry on medium heat.
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When properly applied and cared for, your design will last the life of the garment.
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We have no minimum order!
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Yes, on wholesale orders we discount designs at 25 pieces, 100 pieces, and 500 pieces.
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Custom design orders typically ship within 4-10 business days. In many cases even sooner! Rush orders available. Tell us when you need your tranfers and we'll do our best to meet your deadline.
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Our primary business is the manufacturing of the designs. Yes, you may purchase just the transfer to be applied at your location. We do offer apparel packages for those clients who wish to purchase a finished product ready to wear or ready for market.
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A transfer is a finished "design". A template a "stencil or template" that you use to make your own "transfers" with. You will need loose stones, transfer paper and a template brush along with your template to MAKE your transfer.
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That depends on the volume of transfers you are pressing. If rhinestone transfers are a regular part of your business then YES! If you add up the money you spend on shipping apparel back and forth to us for applicaion plus the application fee you will see that your purchase of a heat press will soon become a wise investment.
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