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January Design Trends Crafters Are Testing Right Now
January is not about loud launches. It is about refining what works. For crafters, that means testing designs that press cleanly, sell easily, and still feel relevant beyond winter.
Here are the design trends showing up first on transfer presses this January.
Clean Typography Over Illustrations
Text-based designs are leading because they are easier to align, faster to press, and more forgiving. Bold serif fonts, simple scripts, and clean sans-serif text are being chosen over detailed graphics.
Why it works: fewer layers, fewer errors, easier reorders.
Designs With Breathing Room
Tight spacing and ultra-detailed artwork are being avoided. Crafters are favoring designs with space between letters and elements so transfers apply smoothly and peel cleanly.
Why it works: less edge lifting, cleaner final look.
Single-Color or Tonal Transfers
One-color transfers are trending because they reduce waste and make testing easier. Tonal designs also feel more wearable and less seasonal.
Why it works: faster presses and easier troubleshooting.
Designs That Can Be Reused All Year
January designs are intentionally non-seasonal. Phrases, symbols, and simple graphics that still make sense in spring and summer are being prioritized.
Why it works: higher chance of repeat orders.
January designs are not about being trendy. They are about being reliable.
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