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DTF Suppliers in Illinois

Browse 9 verified DTF suppliers serving Illinois, with print shops in Elgin, St. Anne, and East Peoria offering custom DTF transfers, gang sheets, and full-service decoration.

3 based in Illinois6 shipping to Illinois9 total
4 transfer suppliers · 4 blank apparel suppliers · 2 equipment suppliers · 2 consumable suppliers · 2 print service providers · 1 software & rip

Based in Illinois

These suppliers are physically located in Illinois and may offer local pickup, walk-in service, or in-state production turnaround.

Howard Custom Transfers is a family-owned custom heat transfer manufacturer headquartered in Elgin, Illinois. Founded in 2002 by Jeff Howard and the late Jim Boynton, the company manufactures screen printed plastisol transfers with specialty effects (puff, glitter, glow-in-the-dark), DTF and digital hybrid transfers under its colorVIBE line, and pre-spaced vinyl names and numbers in multiple finishes. The business serves custom apparel decorators, screen printers, team sports dealers, promotional products distributors, and global retailers, and most products are publicly listed as shipping in 1 to 2 business days.

USA - Elgin, IL+1 866-695-8195Website
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Verified
$$ Mid-range

DK Apparel is a custom apparel and promotional products supplier based in St. Anne, Illinois. The company offers DTF transfers and gang sheets produced on a 9-color printer setup, alongside a broader catalog of branded merchandise that includes apparel (t-shirts, polos, sweatshirts, hats), bags, drinkware, office items, awards, and technology accessories. The DK Apparel storefront features a t-shirt design studio for custom artwork, and the business publicly states it has operated since 2010.

USA - St. Anne, IL+1 815-427-8383Website
Transfer Suppliers
Blank Apparel Suppliers
Print Service Providers
Verified
$$ Mid-range

RJ Graphics and Design LLC is a DTF transfer supplier based in East Peoria, Illinois. The company offers DTF transfers, UV-DTF transfers, gang sheets (built or uploaded), embroidery services, and custom apparel. The business publicly serves a customer base that spans small-to-large print shops, hobbyists, and brands, with no minimum order quantity.

USA - East Peoria, IL+1 309-713-6442Website
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Print Service Providers

Nationwide suppliers shipping to Illinois

These verified DTF suppliers ship to Illinois from production facilities elsewhere in the United States, typically delivering in 2 to 5 business days.

$$ Mid-range

Premium DTF transfers with no minimums, fast turnaround, gang sheet builders for custom transfer ordering, and a referral program. Also commonly searched as transferninja or ninja heat transfers. A wholesale DTF transfer provider offering ready-to-press transfers, transfer paper, and design services without equipment investment. NinjaPatches, a related service from the same company, specializes in custom patches.

USA - NationwideWebsite
Transfer Suppliers
Consumable Suppliers
Verified
$$$ Premium

Authorized Brother dealer network offering professional DTF and DTG printers with full manufacturer support, training, and warranty service.

USA - Multiple Locations+1 800-276-7746Website
Equipment Suppliers
Verified
$$$ Premium

Epson's professional imaging division providing SureColor DTF/DTG printers with comprehensive support, training, and genuine consumables.

USA - Nationwide Network+1 800-463-7766Website
Equipment Suppliers
Software & RIP
Consumable Suppliers
$ Budget

Jiffy Shirts is a blank apparel retailer that sells individual garments from brands including Gildan, Bella+Canvas, Comfort Colors, Next Level, and Hanes with no minimum order requirement. The company offers wholesale pricing tiers and ships from multiple U.S. warehouses.

USA - NationwideWebsite
Blank Apparel Suppliers

S&S Activewear is a wholesale blank apparel distributor serving screen printers, embroiderers, and DTF printers across the United States. The company carries brands including Gildan, Bella+Canvas, Next Level, Comfort Colors, Champion, Independent Trading, and Sport-Tek. A resale certificate or business license is typically required for wholesale pricing.

USA - NationwideWebsite
Blank Apparel Suppliers
$ Budget

SanMar is one of the largest wholesale blank apparel distributors in the United States. The company carries an extensive portfolio of brands including Port Authority, Sport-Tek, District, Gildan, Hanes, Nike, and The North Face. SanMar serves decorated apparel businesses with wholesale pricing and nationwide distribution.

USA - NationwideWebsite
Blank Apparel Suppliers

DTF in Illinois by metro

Drill down into the Chicago metro for verified local suppliers and same-day-shipping options.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many DTF suppliers are in Illinois?

DTF Database lists 9 verified DTF suppliers serving Illinois: 3 businesses are physically based in Illinois, and 6 additional nationwide suppliers ship to Illinois from production facilities elsewhere in the United States.

Are there local DTF print shops in Illinois, or are they all online?

Both options are available in Illinois. 3 suppliers have a physical address in Illinois and may offer local pickup, walk-in service, or in-state production. The remaining suppliers ship transfers to Illinois from out-of-state facilities. Each supplier listing notes whether local pickup is available.

How long does DTF transfer shipping take to Illinois?

Domestic ground shipping from a U.S.-based DTF supplier to Illinois is typically 2 to 5 business days. Several suppliers in this directory offer same-day or next-business-day production for orders placed before a published cutoff, which can compress total time from order to delivery to as little as 1 to 3 business days.

Do DTF suppliers serving Illinois offer free shipping?

Many nationwide DTF suppliers serving Illinois offer free shipping above a minimum order value, typically between $99 and $199. Some local Illinois shops also offer flat-rate or free shipping on regional orders. Free shipping thresholds are documented on each supplier's detail page in this directory.

Do DTF suppliers in Illinois charge sales tax?

Sales tax on DTF transfer orders depends on the supplier's physical and economic nexus in Illinois. A supplier physically based in Illinois typically collects Illinois sales tax. Out-of-state suppliers may also collect sales tax under economic nexus rules. Tax-exempt businesses can usually submit a resale certificate to most wholesale DTF suppliers to remove sales tax from invoices.

What kinds of DTF transfers can I order in Illinois?

Suppliers serving Illinois offer custom DTF transfers, gang sheets, ready-to-press transfers in stock designs, UV DTF for hard goods, and screen-printed plastisol transfers as an adjacent product. Some suppliers in this directory also sell DTF consumables (ink, film, adhesive powder) and DTF printer equipment for shops that print in-house.

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