Fiesta medal makers use DTF gang sheets to print many of their own designs at once on one long sheet, then cut each design apart and heat-press it onto shirts, sashes, totes, and other items that match their medals. One gang sheet can hold a whole collection in different sizes, which keeps a maker's Fiesta line consistent. LuxPort Print Co in San Antonio prints custom DTF gang sheets with no minimum order.
What is a DTF gang sheet, in plain words?
A DTF gang sheet is one printed transfer film with several individual designs arranged side by side. You cut the designs apart and press each piece onto the item where you want it.
Think of it as a shared workspace for a collection, not one giant graphic you must apply all at once. A maker can place a bold shirt-front design next to a smaller version of the same badge, then add little accents that echo a medal's colors or theme. They are printed together and separated afterward, so each graphic has its own purpose.
Our Custom DTF Gang Sheet Builder — 12" Wide offers sheets that are 12 inches wide in several lengths. Choose the length around the artwork you need and arrange the designs inside that space. This lets your creative plan guide the sheet instead of making every piece the same size.
Why do Fiesta medal makers like gang sheets?
Gang sheets let medal makers carry their original artwork into a coordinated set of shirts and accessories. They are especially useful when a collection has several designs, print sizes, or repeated motifs.
Keep the collection visually connected
Imagine a medal concept built around your own illustrated border, bright lettering, and a cluster of handmade details. A shirt front could feature the full composition, while a smaller chest graphic uses only the central badge. A tiny accent could repeat one flower or decorative shape. Those pieces look related without needing to be identical.
Put several designs on one sheet
One maker's Fiesta line may include a statement graphic, a nickname design, a collection emblem, and small accents. You can arrange different designs and copies together instead of making a separate sheet for every variation. Large shirt fronts and smaller chest or sash-sized graphics can share the same layout as long as they fit comfortably.
Make reordering favorites simpler
Save your original artwork and a note of each design's dimensions once you settle on a useful layout. When you revisit a favorite design, those records help you maintain consistent sizing and spelling. Review any revised art closely, though: a new border or longer line of text can change what fits in the same space.
How should a maker lay out a Fiesta gang sheet?
Group graphics by their intended size and placement, then arrange the largest designs before fitting smaller pieces into the remaining space. Leave visible room between designs so you can cut each transfer apart cleanly.
Sort the artwork by size
Start with shirt-front designs, then add small chest or pocket pieces, followed by compact accents meant for sashes, totes, or bags. A print that looks perfect across a shirt front may be far too large for a small accent position. Keeping the groups separate while you plan makes the difference obvious.
Give yourself clean cutting space
Leave a little space around each graphic, particularly where a border has points, loops, or an irregular shape. Avoid arranging two designs so closely that cutting one risks nicking the other. Check the outside edges as well, so no part of a design sits past the usable area.
Use clear artwork and check every word
Use high-resolution artwork with transparent backgrounds. Inspect the designs at their intended print sizes, not only as enlarged images on a screen. Look for fine lines, crowded lettering, accidental backgrounds, and tiny marks that may be difficult to distinguish.
Read every name, short phrase, and number carefully. Pay special attention to Spanish accents and punctuation if your artwork includes them. For a collection built on original sayings and personal details, getting the wording right matters as much as choosing the right colors.
Fill the sheet with purpose
After placing the large designs, see whether a few useful smaller accents fit in the open areas without crowding the layout. Rotate or rearrange pieces only when doing so keeps them easy to review and cut. Include copies you expect to use rather than adding random graphics simply because a gap remains.
Finally, review the entire sheet as one project: count each design, check that its size matches its destination, and confirm nothing is cut off. Related how-to: our Christmas gift gang sheet layout guide, linked below, offers another example of planning mixed-size artwork on one sheet.
Can DTF transfers go on sashes?
Many makers press small designs onto sash material, but materials vary, so always test-press one piece on your exact sash material first and follow the press settings that come with your transfers. If you are unsure whether your material will work, contact us before ordering.
Can I use my own medal artwork on shirts and other items?
Yes, use designs you created or have the rights to reproduce. Keep your Fiesta collection original instead of copying another maker's artwork or protected marks.
Do not use the official Fiesta logo, any organization's marks, or another maker's medal designs. Seeing an image publicly does not give you permission to print it. Avoid tracing or borrowing distinctive artwork and assuming a few changes make it yours. If a graphic came from someone else, make sure you have the necessary rights before including it in a transfer layout.
Build a look that belongs to your collection
Original badges, flowers, confetti, and papel picado style patterns you draw yourself can form a recognizable visual theme. Add your own brand name, decorative borders, and lettering choices to give the collection a consistent identity. Then pull two or three details from the main illustration to create smaller companion graphics for different placements.
Should I choose a gang sheet or a single large DTF transfer?
Choose a gang sheet when you have multiple designs, sizes, or copies to print together. Choose a single large ready-to-press transfer when one bigger design is all you need.
The Custom DTF Gang Sheet Builder fits a project with shirt fronts, smaller badges, and accent graphics arranged on one sheet. It also lets you plan how many copies of each piece your collection needs.
The Large Custom DTF Transfer — 12-Inch Ready-to-Press Print is a straightforward option for one large graphic without arranging several designs around it. Think about your actual placements first: a single statement image and a coordinated multi-piece collection call for different layouts.
What do DTF gang sheets cost at LuxPort?
LuxPort's 12-inch-wide gang sheet builder has prices based on the sheet length you select. Here are the listed sizes and prices for the Custom DTF Gang Sheet Builder — 12" Wide.
| Gang sheet size | Price |
|---|---|
| 12" × 12" | $9.99 |
| 12" × 24" | $17.99 |
| 12" × 36" | $24.99 |
| 12" × 48" | $31.99 |
| 12" × 60" | $38.99 |
| 12" × 72" | $44.99 |
| 12" × 96" | $57.99 |
| 12" × 120" | $69.99 |
| 12" × 180" | $99.99 |
| 12" × 240" | $129.99 |
Measure the space your artwork needs at the sizes you intend to press, then select a length that suits that arrangement. The goal is to use the sheet thoughtfully while keeping every design clear and easy to separate.
Large Custom DTF Transfer pricing
For the Large Custom DTF Transfer — 12-Inch Ready-to-Press Print, the listed sizes and prices are:
| Transfer size | Price |
|---|---|
| 12 × 10 in | $7.99 |
| 12 × 12 in | $9.99 |
| 12 × 18 in | $14.99 |
There is no minimum order. Shipping and tax are shown at checkout. Review your design dimensions and the selected product size before placing the order.
Want finished shirts instead of transfers?
We can also print finished custom shirts through our Design Your Own Custom T-Shirt page.
Which related how-to articles should I read?
Can a Fiesta Medal Design Go on a Shirt? — ideas for translating your original medal artwork into a shirt design.
San Antonio Fiesta Shirts — inspiration for coordinating Fiesta shirt artwork.
How Do I Lay Out a Gang Sheet of Christmas Gift Designs for Totes, Shirts, and Hats? — a companion guide to arranging several designs on one sheet.
Why does this matter to San Antonio makers?
Fiesta is a beloved San Antonio spring tradition, and collecting and trading medals is a big part of the fun. Local makers create their own pieces each year, often building a personal visual style that friends and collectors recognize. Matching shirts, sashes, and totes can carry that same original idea into more of the celebration.
Our DTF Gang Sheets San Antonio page introduces the local offering, and our Contact page is available if you want to discuss your artwork or questions about a material before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
What is a DTF gang sheet?
One printed sheet of film holding multiple designs that you cut apart and press individually.
Can one gang sheet hold different design sizes?
Yes. You can arrange large shirt-front designs alongside smaller chest or accent graphics.
Can I press DTF transfers on a sash?
Test-press one piece on your exact sash material first and follow the settings supplied with your transfers. Contact us if you are unsure.
Can I use the official Fiesta logo?
No. Use your own artwork, not the official logo or anyone else's protected marks.
Is there a minimum order?
No. LuxPort DTF gang sheets have no minimum order.
How wide are LuxPort gang sheets?
They are 12 inches wide and available in several lengths.
LuxPort is the center of print in San Antonio, here to help local makers bring their Fiesta collections to life. Keep the art original, make every placement intentional, and give your creative ideas a coordinated home.
LuxPort Print Co, 10730 Potranco Rd Suite 122-507, San Antonio TX 78251 · 844-589-7678 · team@luxportprint.co
