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Meet the 2026 Blanks Lineup: What Crafters Are Pressing Next

Dec 23, 2025

If 2025 was about experimenting, 2026 is about dialing it in. Crafters are choosing blanks that press clean, sell easily, and support repeat designs instead of one-off projects. This lineup highlights the blanks showing up most in presses as creators plan ahead for 2026.

Our Favorite T-Shirts for Everyday Pressing

These tees stay in rotation because they work with a wide range of transfer styles and are easy to reorder.

Gildan G300 Light Cotton T-Shirt
A lightweight option that works well for simple typography, small chest designs, and everyday production runs.

Gildan G540 Unisex Heavy Cotton Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
Ideal for cooler seasons and designs that benefit from extra fabric weight and structure.

Comfort Colors C1717 Unisex Heavyweight RS T-Shirt
A favorite for vintage-style transfers and muted color palettes that feel intentional.

Next Level N6210 Unisex CVC Crewneck T-Shirt
Known for a smooth surface that handles detailed DTF designs cleanly.

Hanes 5280 Essential-T Short Sleeve Tee
Reliable and budget-friendly for bulk orders and fast turnaround jobs.

Hanes 5180 Beefy-T Short Sleeve Tee
A thicker cotton tee that pairs well with bold graphics and high coverage transfers.

Crafters are expanding into silhouettes that feel more styled while still being easy to decorate.

LAT 3518J1 Women’s Boxy T-Shirt
Boxy fits continue to trend and work especially well with minimal designs and cropped placements.

Dickies FL5350 Women’s Industrial Long-Sleeve Work Shirt
Structured and durable, making it a strong choice for logo-driven or utility-inspired designs.

Jerzees 995M NuBlend Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt
A clean silhouette that works perfectly for left chest logos and simple branding.

Comfort Colors 1580 Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt
Soft fleece with a relaxed feel that elevates simple transfer designs.

Matching Sets Are Becoming a Core Category

Matching sets are no longer seasonal. They are a year-round staple for creators.

Bella + Canvas 3911 Fleece Classic Crewneck Sweatshirt paired with
Bella + Canvas 4737 Heavyweight Sweatpant
These work well for tonal transfers, subtle text, and clean branding.

American Apparel RF494 Reflex Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt paired with
American Apparel RF491 Unisex Reflex Fleece Sweatpant
A strong base for bold text, stacked designs, and statement graphics.

Bags Are Becoming a Go-To Transfer Blank

Flat, structured bags are being used more for testing designs and building small drops.

Artisan Collection by Reprime RP998 Denim Tote Bag
Econscious EC8050 Farmer’s Market Bag
Q-Tees Q1300 19L Zippered Tote
Port Authority BG206 Active Sling Pack

These blanks are ideal for experimenting with placement, scaling, and branding without committing to apparel runs.

Hats Remain an Easy Add-On

Hats continue to be one of the simplest ways to expand a product line.

Richardson 112 Snapback Trucker Cap
Yupoong 6606 Unisex Retro Trucker Cap
Big Accessories BA698 Dock Beanie
Atlantis Headwear Wind Sustainable Knit Beanie

They pair well with patches, small transfers, and minimal branding.

Cold-Weather Favorites That Actually Sell

Outerwear is being chosen more intentionally with decoration in mind.

CornerStone J763H Duck Cloth Hooded Work Jacket
Threadfast Apparel 372J Unisex Sherpa Denim Jacket
Champion CO200 Unisex Anorak 1/4 Zip Jacket
Port Authority J754 Challenger Jacket

These pieces perform best with clean placements and simple, confident designs.

The 2026 Takeaway

Crafters heading into 2026 are focusing on fewer blanks, stronger silhouettes, and designs that can be repeated and scaled. This lineup is about choosing products that support consistency, clean transfers, and long-term growth rather than chasing short-term trends.