Decoration Specs · Glitter Flake
Cut, Weeded, Sparkling.
Stahls' Glitter Flake vinyl, cut and pressed at BeeGraphix. Bold shapes, up to two glitter colors, on the same spots as BGX Print.
27Locations
2Glitter colors max
12 pcMinimum
7 to 10Days production
01 · Locations
Where It Presses
Codes, names, default widths and placement come from the BeeGraphix master location list, shared by every decoration method. Glitter flake is heat pressed like BGX Print, so it uses the same locations and max sizes.
Front view shows the garment facing you, so the wearer's left chest (LC) sits on your right.
Adult front
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FF | Full front | 11" | 13" x 14" | 2.5" down from collar, centered | |
| LC / RC | Left or right chest | 3.5" | 3.5" x 3.5" | 3" down from collar (about 7" to 8" below the high point shoulder), center 4" from garment center | Adult 2XL and up: center 4.5" from garment center. Polo: top aligns with the second button. Full zip: center moves 0.5" out to clear the zipper by 0.75". |
| CC | Center chest | 3.5" | 5" x 5" | 3.5" down from collar, centered | |
| LSF / RSF | Left or right side, front | 3.5" | 3.5" x 11" | 3" down from collar, in line with the chest print |
Adult back
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FB | Full back | 11" | 13" x 14" | 4" down from collar, centered (below the hood seam on hoodies) |
| NK | Nape of neck | 3" | 3.5" x 3.5" | 1" down from back collar, centered |
| SP | Spine | 3.5" | 3.5" x 14" | 1" down from back collar, centered, running down the back |
Sleeves
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS / RS | Left or right sleeve (bicep) | 2.5" | 3.5" x 3.5" | Short sleeve: 1" above sleeve hem. Long sleeve: 6" down from top of shoulder seam. Centered on sleeve fold |
| LSD / RSD | Left or right down sleeve (long sleeve) | 3" | 3.5" x 11" | 6" down from top of shoulder seam, centered on sleeve fold, reading bottom to top |
Youth
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YFF | Youth full front | 9.5" | 11" x 11" | 2" down from collar, centered |
| YFB | Youth full back | 9.5" | 11" x 11" | 2" down from collar, centered |
| YHD | Youth hoodie front | 9.5" | 11" x 10.5" | 2" down from collar, above the pouch pocket |
| YCC | Youth center chest | 4" | 4" x 5" | 2" down from collar, centered |
Toddler and infant
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ONS | Onesie full front | 4" | 6" x 6" | 1" down from collar, centered |
| TFF | Toddler full front | 7" | 9.5" x 9" | 1" down from collar, centered |
Pants and shorts
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LL / RL | Left or right leg, pants | 3.5" | 3.5" x 14" | 5" down from waistband, 1" from side seam (1" below the pocket on pants with pockets) |
| LG / RG | Left or right thigh, pants | 3.5" | 4" x 5" | 5" down from waistband, 1" from side seam |
| LSH / RSH | Shorts leg, lower corner | 3.5" | 4" x 5" | 1" from bottom hem and side seam |
| LST / RST | Shorts leg, tall | 3.5" | 4" x 8" | 1" from bottom hem and side seam |
Bags and accessories
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BG | Bag or tote front | 6.5" | 6.5" x 6.5" | Centered on the front panel |
| DUF | Duffel bag | 5" | 5" x 5" | Centered on side panel |
| FNY | Fanny pack | 4" | 5" x 4" | Centered on front |
| TWL | Rally towel | 10" | 12" x 8" | Centered |
Headwear
| Code | Location | Default width | Max W x H | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CF | Cap front, structured | 4" | 4" x 2.2" | Bottom of design 0.5" above the visor seam, centered on front seam |
| CLP | Cap left front panel | 2" | 2.2" x 2.2" | Centered on the wearer's left front panel |
| VF | Visor front | 3.5" | 4" x 1.5" | Centered on the front band |
| BKT | Bucket hat front | 4" | 4.75" x 2.2" | Centered on the crown |
Codes, names, default widths and placement come from the BeeGraphix master location list, shared by every decoration method. See all locations.
02 · Artwork
Art That Cuts
Glitter flake is cut on a plotter and weeded by hand, so art must be clean vector shapes in solid colors. Glitter is thicker than standard vinyl, so lines and gaps need more room.
| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Files | Vector only: AI, EPS, PDF, SVG, CDR, fonts converted to outlines. Raster art is redrawn in art review |
| Colors | Up to 2 glitter colors per design, pieced side by side or layered glitter on glitter |
| Minimum line width | 0.07" (1.8 mm); 1/16" is the absolute floor |
| Minimum gap | 0.06" (1.5 mm) between cut pieces or inside letters |
| Minimum text height | 0.25" (6.5 mm), bold sans serif |
| Fonts | Bold block and athletic faces; no thin scripts or fine serifs |
| Proof | Digital proof showing size, placement and glitter colors |
Won't Reproduce
- Gradients, photos, halftones and shading
- More than 2 glitter colors
- Thin scripts, hairlines and tiny text under the minimums above
- Detailed logos with many small interior cutouts (they tear when weeded)
These route to art review for a simplified version, or to BGX Print (DTF) instead.
03 · Restrictions
Know the Fabric
| Garment or condition | Rule in Brandfora |
|---|---|
| Cotton, poly/cotton blends, polyester, spandex | Allowed. Polyester presses at a lower temperature. |
| Nylon, waterproof shells, coated fabrics | Approval only. Heat can scorch or melt the fabric. |
| Heavily textured fabrics (fleece pile, waffle knit, mesh) | Approval only. The vinyl may not bond fully. |
| Zippers, buttons, snaps, seams, pockets | Transfer stays clear; the press needs a flat surface. |
| Caps | Front, left panel, visor and bucket hat only, on a cap press. |
| Designs over the max size | Art review to resize. |
Press settings (Stahls'): cotton and blends 302°F, polyester and spandex 290°F, 10 to 12 seconds, medium pressure, hot peel. Light glitter colors can look iridescent on dark garments; proof them on the actual garment color. Care: machine wash inside out, mild detergent, no bleach.
04 · Policies
The Fine Print
| Policy | Rule |
|---|---|
| Made by | BeeGraphix, in house |
| Material | Stahls' CAD-CUT Glitter Flake |
| Minimum | 12 pieces per design |
| Colors | Up to 2 glitter colors per design |
| Production time | 7 to 10 business days |
| Personalization | Names and numbers can be cut in glitter at the same minimum, or added as BGX Print |
05 · Status
Where It Stands
- Glitter brand: Stahls' CAD-CUT Glitter Flake.
- Stock glitter colors for the store picker.
- Cutter model and roll width, to confirm the max sizes.
- Glitter names and numbers: offer them, or always route personalization to BGX Print?
- Set price tiers by size, colors and quantity.
Sources
- hls': CAD-CUT Glitter Flake](https://www.stahls.com/heat-transfer-vinyl-glitter-flake)
- ntify: Heat transfer vinyl design guidelines](https://help.printify.com/hc/en-us/articles/43890557264529-What-are-the-design-guidelines-for-Heat-Transfer-Vinyl-products)