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Heat transfer printing is a method of decorating textile fabrics where the pattern is first printed onto paper using specific dyes. The paper is then placed against the fabric and passed through a heated roller. This process transfers the pattern from the paper to the fabric. This technique was developed due to the popularity of polyester fabrics and allows for the creation of effects like halftones.1

Textile printing, in general, is an ancient art used to apply colors and patterns to fabrics. The main methods include block, roller, screen, and heat transfer printing. After the color is applied, it is fixed, usually by steaming or heating, and then excess color is washed away.12

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