dark heather

Heather is a yarn-blending method, not a color. Fibers of different shades are spun together to create a mottled, marled look. A complete guide to what heather is, the common shades (dark, athletic, navy), why it shifts color under a DTF white underbase, and how to print on heathered fabric without surprises.

Different types of t-shirts — from crewnecks to muscle tanks — affect transfer placement. Covers fits, necklines, sleeves, heather, and woven vs knit.