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How To Find Images For Your T-Shirt Design Ideas

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This is a brief version of an article we wrote on our blog, you can find the full article here..

If you want the short version please read on.

List of the best places to find images for your t-shirt idea

Here are some ways to find a suitable image that you can use for creating your own design.

1) Google images

Say you want to imprint something colourful and vivid on your t-shirt, a butterfly for example.

You can find an unlimited number of butterfly images on Google in several different resolutions - Just type the keywords 'high (or medium) resolution butterfly'.

You can request us to crop or edit the background to your preference – this is possible in most, if not all cases.

Also, choose only high resolution images - low resolution usually results in a fuzzy and bleary image.

Keywords to use: High (or medium) resolution SUBJECT

2) Google search

Perform a simple Google search for vector files. Use the keywords – free vector SUBJECT. For example, if you are looking for a Rubik's cube, just punch in - free vector Rubik's cube.

This will help you to find vector images with no background (or a neutral background).

Moreover, you will probably be able to enlarge the images without any loss in resolution. This is necessary to ensure a fine, even print.

3) Stock Image Gallery's

Pixabay is a huge online gallery of stock images uploaded by users. It is free to use, and has CCO public domain rights.

The good thing is they have illustrations and vector file that you could use. All the files are high resolution and could be perfect for t-shirt printing.

If you want a paid version with a bigger range of images, try depositphotos.com. We have an account and can purchase the images for you, from as low as $10.00ea

4) Graphics factory

As the name suggests, Graphics factory has millions of images and graphics. This is an excellent place to search for clip art and even vector images for t-shirts.

We have a Premium account with Graphics factory.

So simply send us the URL of any image you like and we will send the downloaded file to you via email; for FREE!

5) Our designer tool website

Here you will find hundreds of stock images that are perfectly suitable for designing t-shirts and other garments.

We have an amazing collection of images in various categories but do not expect to find anything too fancy or wacky on this site.

6) Design Redrawing

Say you already have the exact design or image that you want to print onto your t-shirt. In that a case, we can redraw it into the right size and format – so that it becomes suitable for printing. Prices start from $45.00 for a more simple design, through to $90.00 for a super complicated design.

We know that the link reads logo restoration; however, this service can be used for almost any design, except photos. You could also ask us to edit or make minor changes to your design, in the process.

You can order design restoration online at any time.

7) Full T-shirt design Service

If you want a custom artwork designed by us this is where you should start. The design brief is here and if you want to send it in for a quote use this form here.

This process is generally charged on an hourly rate. You can request a design brief questionnaire and we can give you an exact quote. Most time though, prices range between $120.00 and $450.00 depending on the work required.

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