Custom DTF Transfers for Schools, Teams, and Churches in Texas

Md Abdur Rahman

When you’re printing shirts for a school event, a team season, or a church group, you need transfers that are easy to order, fast to apply, and consistent across every single shirt. That’s exactly where DTF (Direct-to-Film) transfers shine—full color, sharp detail, and a workflow that makes group apparel simple.

At DTF Transfers Plug (Tyler, TX), you can order custom DTF transfers two easy ways: build a gang sheet online or upload your ready-made sheet—both designed for fast group orders and clean, press-ready results.

Why Texas schools, teams, and churches choose DTF transfers

Group apparel usually has the same challenges: tight deadlines, multiple sizes, last-minute adds, and the need for a professional look.

DTF helps because it’s built for:

  • Full-color designs (logos, mascots, sponsor backs, event themes)

  • Consistent reorders (add-on shirts, late registrations, new team members)

  • Multiple garment types (tees, hoodies, blends)

  • Short runs with no minimums (order one sheet or many)

The easiest way to order for groups: Custom DTF gang sheets

If you’re producing for 20, 50, or 200 shirts, the smartest move is gang sheets—multiple designs on one sheet, organized for cutting and pressing.

Option 1: Build your sheet online (best for most group orders)

Use this when you have separate files and want to arrange them cleanly in one layout:

Build Your DTF Gang Sheet
https://www.dtftransfersplug.com/products/dtf-gang-sheet

DTF Transfers Plug recommends using 300 DPI artwork and clean files for the best results, and notes spacing tips for clean layouts.

Perfect for:

  • School spirit sets (front logo + back sponsor + sleeve mark)

  • Teams (numbers/names blocks + sponsor logos)

  • Church events (theme front + volunteer back + small chest version)

Option 2: Upload your ready-made sheet (fastest checkout)

Already laid out your gang sheet in your own software? Upload once and go:

Upload Your DTF Gang Sheet
https://www.dtftransfersplug.com/products/upload-your-dtf-gang-sheet-1

They recommend PNG at 300 DPI with a transparent background for crisp edges and press-ready output.

How to set up your gang sheet for schools, teams, and churches

Here are layouts that keep production easy (and prevent mix-ups):

1) “One Group, One Block”

Put each team/church ministry/school club in its own section:

  • Front design

  • Back design

  • Small chest version

  • Extras (2–5 repeats)

2) “Roster Row” for teams

One row per player:

  • Name + number

  • Small sponsor mark

  • Optional sleeve logo

3) “Event Bundle” for schools/churches

Bundle everything you’ll need:

  • Main event design (front)

  • Sponsor list (back)

  • Volunteer/staff version

  • Youth-size version (slightly smaller)

DTF Transfers Plug also notes they perform file checks (automatic and manual) to help ensure your uploads are print-ready.

Artwork tips for clean, readable prints (especially for names & small text)

For group apparel, readability matters more than fancy details.

DTF Transfers Plug recommends:

  • 300 DPI for crisp edges

  • Transparent background

  • Clean, high-resolution artwork

Extra tip for teams/churches: keep small lettering thicker and avoid ultra-thin fonts so names and sleeve text stay legible on fabric.

Need help with your group order?

If you’re not sure whether to build or upload, or you want guidance for your school/team/church layout, use:

Contact Us
https://www.dtftransfersplug.com/pages/contact-us

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