Oversized Comforter Sets
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T-shirt Designers of Oversized Designs Should Learn to Screen Print for Themselves
While there are a bevy of websites across the internet that make it easier for small T-shirt designers to bring their designs to market, often times they can't accommodate some of the fashion trends most desired by contemporary designers. With the rise of trends like over-sized imprints and over-the-seams designs, t-shirt designers more and more find themselves at a disconnect with crowd-source t-shirt websites and most print-on-demand houses.
There are a few reason for the disconnect:
1.Many specialty imprints exceed the capabilities of most crowd-source websites. Many T-shirt websites use a print-on-demand model that utilizes digital printers or plot cutters and heat presses that don't modify easily.
2. Even if they can do the prints, unusual prints are more time-consuming and expensive to produce, meaning unless the design is a big hit, it doesn't help the bottom line.
3. Most small T-shirt designers only consider what they'd like to design, and don't give much thought to the production process until long after the concept phase.
So what's a designer to do when confronted with roadblocks put up by their once accessible outlets? When, contemporary problems don't find comfort with contemporary solutions, go old school. In other words, it's time to learn how to screen print and market for yourself.
At this point, a designer may be asking himself, "Why don't I just hire a screen printing shop to make the shirts for me?" The answer is, that is a great solution, bearing in mind one thing, you're going to need a pile of money to go that route. Screen print shops are geared for mass production, so they need to do either large runs, or charge sizable set-up fees to cover all the make-ready. Compound that with the massive size requirements for the equipment needed to do over-sized imprints in bulk, and you have an equation for high start-up hurdles. The only way an artist can afford to pay them is if he is sure his designs will be big sellers or he has very trusting investors.
Why does it make sense to screen print your designs for yourself when commercial screen printers don't do short runs? There are two reasons: a large part of the expense of paying screen printers is that you are paying for shop time in a place that is not set-up for short runs. It is cheaper and less space-intensive to set up your screen printing studio from the get-go for doing prototypes. Instead of paying money for your market samples, you'll pay in time --your time.
What does a designer need to go from zero to T-shirt design prototyping? Not as much as one might think. For starters, a one-car garage, a few hundred dollars, access to a hardware store and a screen printing supply house, and some good learning materials with sound advice about guerrilla screen printing, can take the designer quite far. After that, a designer simply needs time for developing a skill that most artists pick up fairly easily. Considering the alternatives, that short list is a pretty modest hurdle.
Even if you could find a screen printer to do short runs of your test designs at a low cost, there still is yet another reason for a T-shirt designer to learn screen printing. If you want to get serious about designing T-shirts, the experience of printing may lend you invaluable insights that most likely you couldn't get otherwise. The simple fact is, whenever you design anything, you really do need insight into the production process if you want to excel in that field. How your designs will be produced should not be an afterthought, but instead, an intrinsic part of the design phase.
About the Author
Gary Jurman is the president of diyTeeShirts.com, a website dedicated to helping artists learn to screen print . The site features how to screen print tutorials and supplies, including a crash course in screen printing, how to build a screen printing press, and a kit for hacking the Yudu.
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Croscill Corfu Comforter Set - King $429.99 Croscill Corfu is a stylish traditional beddin ensemble that brings elegance to any bedroom. The comforter set inclueds a comforter, bed ruffle and shams. the oversized and overfilled comforter features a floral print on a soft ivory jacquard bordered in stripes with a chocolate ribbon, mitered corners and twist cord trim that reverses to a print vertical stripe. The shams match the comforter and the bed skirt is a solid aqua with box pleats and printed stripe border. Coordinating sheet sets, Euro sham, window treatments and decorative pillows are also available. Available in Sky Blue. |
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Croscill Corfu Comforter Set - Queen $349.99 Croscill Corfu is a stylish traditional beddin ensemble that brings elegance to any bedroom. The comforter set inclueds a comforter, bed ruffle and shams. the oversized and overfilled comforter features a floral print on a soft ivory jacquard bordered in stripes with a chocolate ribbon, mitered corners and twist cord trim that reverses to a print vertical stripe. The shams match the comforter and the bed skirt is a solid aqua with box pleats and printed stripe border. Coordinating sheet sets, Euro sham, window treatments and decorative pillows are also available. Available in Sky Blue. |
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Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized Queen 56oz $400 Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized Queen 56oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $319.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized Queen 72oz $425 Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized Queen 72oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $329.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized King 48oz $410 Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized King 48oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $349.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized King 66oz $480 Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized King 66oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $369.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized King 84oz $475 Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized King 84oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $389.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized Queen 41oz $360 Sateen Synthetic Fill Comforter - Oversized Queen 41oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $299.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized King 23oz $545 Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized King 23oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $429.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized King 29oz $535 Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized King 29oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $449.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized King 36oz $590 Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized King 36oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $479.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized Queen 19oz $500 Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized Queen 19oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $389.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized Queen 24oz $525 Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized Queen 24oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $409.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized Queen 31oz $550 Temperature Regulating Down Comforter - Oversized Queen 31oz is available from bedbathstore.com for only $429.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Astra Oversized King Down Alternative Comforter $200 Astra Oversized King Down Alternative Comforter is available from bedbathstore.com for only $134.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Astra Oversized Queen Down Alternative Comforter $165 Astra Oversized Queen Down Alternative Comforter is available from bedbathstore.com for only $117.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping. |
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Plum Oversized 8-piece Comforter Set $207.87 Add a vibrant burst of color to your home with this 8-piece oversized comforter set. Featuring a bright color palette, this comforter set is finished with delicate diamond-stitched detailing and a border design. Set includes: One comforter, one bedskirt, two shams and four decorative pillowsStyle: Solid Fabric detail: Woven Pattern: Diamond stitching, bordersBedskirt drop length: 18 inches Color: Plum Materials: 100-percent polyesterCare instructions: Machine washableQueen DimensionsComforter: 90 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 60 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longKing DimensionsComforter: 110 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 78 inches wide x 80 inches long with a 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 36 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longThe digital images we display have the most accurate color possible. However, due to differences in computer monitors, we cannot be responsible for variations in color between the actual product and your screen. |
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Stratus Oversized Comforter - King $499.99 Pacific Coast Brand. 425 Thread Count TWL w/Corner Loops Blue Cording. White Goose Down 600 Fill Power. Pleated Box Sewn Squares w/ Tacked Border. PCF Blue Piping Bag. 15 Year Warranty. 108x98. |
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Stratus Oversized Comforter - FullQueen $399.99 Pacific Coast Brand. 425 Thread Count TWL w/Corner Loops Blue Cording. White Goose Down 600 Fill Power. Pleated Box Sewn Squares w/ Tacked Border. PCF Blue Piping Bag. 15 Year Warranty. 90x98. |
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Stratus Oversized Comforter - Twin $399.99 Pacific Coast Brand. 425 Thread Count TWL w/Corner Loops Blue Cording. White Goose Down 600 Fill Power. Pleated Box Sewn Squares w/ Tacked Border. PCF Blue Piping Bag. 15 Year Warranty. 68x88. |
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Bernina Oversized Queen Comforter $814 -254 thread count cambric cotton weave Tick imported from Germany -Filled with 44oz of 650+ Hungarian White Goose Down Fill -Baffled Box Construction -Finished with double stitching piping. all year weight -Lifetime Warranty -Recommended Dry cleaning or can be washed in a commercial front loader with no agitator. Wash in cold water with mild detergent. Tumble dry low |
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Bernina Oversized King Comforter $956 -254 thread count cambric cotton weave Tick imported from Germany -Filled with 44oz of 650+ Hungarian White Goose Down Fill -Baffled Box Construction -Finished with double stitching piping. all year weight -Lifetime Warranty -Recommended Dry cleaning or can be washed in a commercial front loader with no agitator. Wash in cold water with mild detergent. Tumble dry low |
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Cascada Oversized King Comforter $550 -300 thread count Imported Shell -Sateen Weave -Baffled Box Construction -Filled with 54oz of 575+ White Goose Down -Finished with double stitching piping. -Recommended Dry cleaning or can be washed in a commercial front loader with no agitator. Wash in cold water with mild detergent. Tumble dry low |
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Cascada Oversized Queen Comforter $473 -300 thread count Imported Shell -Sateen Weave -Baffled Box Construction -Filled with 44oz of 575+ White Goose Down -Finished with double stitching piping. -Recommended Dry cleaning or can be washed in a commercial front loader with no agitator. Wash in cold water with mild detergent. Tumble dry low |
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Sierra Oversized Queen Comforter $270 -280 thread count Imported Shell -Box Design -Filled with 73oz of DuPon�s synthetic fiber -Comforel. Finished with double stitching piping. -Recommended Dry cleaning or can be washed in a commercial front loader with no agitator. Wash in cold water with mild detergent. Tumble dry low |
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Sierra Oversized King Comforter $338 -280 thread count Imported Shell -Box Design -Filled with89oz of DuPont�s synthetic fiber -Comforel. Finished with double stitching piping. -Recommended Dry cleaning or can be washed in a commercial front loader with no agitator. Wash in cold water with mild detergent. Tumble dry low |
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Silver 8-piece Oversized Comforter Set $207.87 This classic set is both understated and elegant with a dynamic silver coloring. This comforter and its many comfortable accessories feature pintuck and stitched details. Set includes: Comforter, bed skirt, two shams and four decorative pillowsStyle: ContemporaryFabric detail: WovenPattern: Consistent silver print with intermittent ruffled texture Bedskirt drop length: 18 inchesMaterials: 100-percent Care instructions: Machine washableQueen DimensionsComforter: 90 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 60 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longKing DimensionsComforter: 110 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 78 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longThe digital images we display have the most accurate color possible. However, due to differences in computer monitors, we cannot be responsible for variations in color between the actual product and your screen. |
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Purple 8-piece Oversized Comforter Set $207.87 This classic set is both understated and elegant with a regal purple coloring. This comforter and its many comfortable accessories feature pintuck and stitched details. Set includes: Comforter, bed skirt, two shams and four decorative pillowsStyle: ContemporaryFabric detail: WovenPattern: Consistent purple print with intermittent ruffled texture Bedskirt drop length: 18 inchesMaterials: 100-percent Care instructions: Machine washableQueen DimensionsComforter: 90 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 60 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longKing DimensionsComforter: 110 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 78 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longThe digital images we display have the most accurate color possible. However, due to differences in computer monitors, we cannot be responsible for variations in color between the actual product and your screen. |
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Rose 8-piece Oversized Comforter Set $207.87 This classic set is both understated and elegant with a romantic pinkish rose coloring. This comforter and its many comfortable accessories feature pintuck and stitched details. Set includes: Comforter, bed skirt, two shams and four decorative pillowsStyle: ContemporaryFabric detail: WovenPattern: Consistent rose print with intermittent ruffled texture Bedskirt drop length: 18 inchesMaterials: 100-percent Care instructions: Machine washableQueen DimensionsComforter: 90 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 60 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longKing DimensionsComforter: 110 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 78 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longThe digital images we display have the most accurate color possible. However, due to differences in computer monitors, we cannot be responsible for variations in color between the actual product and your screen. |
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Beige 8-piece Oversized Comforter Set $207.87 This classic set is both understated and elegant with an earthy beige coloring. This comforter and its many comfortable accessories feature pintuck and stitched details. Set includes: Comforter, bed skirt, two shams and four decorative pillowsStyle: ContemporaryFabric detail: WovenPattern: Consistent beige print with intermittent ruffled texture Bedskirt drop length: 18 inchesMaterials: 100-percent Care instructions: Machine washableQueen DimensionsComforter: 90 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 60 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longKing DimensionsComforter: 110 inches wide x 90 inches longBedskirt: 78 inches wide x 80 inches long with an 18-inch dropShams: 20 inches wide x 26 inches longSmall cushions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longLarge cushion: 20 inches wide x 20 inches longBreakfast pillow: 9 inches wide x 14 inches longThe digital images we display have the most accurate color possible. However, due to differences in computer monitors, we cannot be responsible for variations in color between the actual product and your screen. |