direct-to-film design steps

From Sketch to Shirt is a practical map for designers seeking to translate a hand-drawn idea into a wearable piece, marrying art with a repeatable, studio-tested workflow that keeps timelines realistic, budgets predictable, and outcomes consistently compelling for clients and audiences.In the Texas DTF design workflow, teams align creative intent with production realities to ensure color accuracy, fabric compatibility, and predictable results across garments, while documenting decisions from color palettes and artwork sizing to film type and transfer parameters.