Stretch Vinyl is an ultra-thin, highly durable HTV designed to flex with stretchy fabrics while maintaining a soft hand and ultra-matte finish. It is built for activewear, sports apparel, and other stretch applications where flexibility, comfort, and durability matter.
Upload your artwork, choose your specifications, review your order, and get your custom Stretch Vinyl transfers into production.
Upload your artwork, choose your vinyl specifications, review your order, and get your custom stretch HTV transfers into production.
Upload your artwork, choose your vinyl specifications, review your order, and get your custom stretch HTV transfers into production.
Flexible HTV Built for Activewear
EcoStretch Vinyl is an ultra-thin yet highly durable heat transfer vinyl designed to flex and stretch with the fabric. Its flexible construction helps the design move with stretchy garments without cracking or breaking under normal use.
With a soft hand and ultra-matte finish, EcoStretch Vinyl provides a smooth, professional appearance while maintaining the flexibility needed for activewear and performance apparel.
EcoStretch Vinyl is ideal for Lycra®, Spandex®, polyester, cotton blends, leather, and other compatible stretch fabrics.
Always test on the intended material before production.
Artwork → Cut Vinyl → Weed → Stretch Fabric → Heat Press → Finished Garment
Designed specifically for stretchy fabrics and performance apparel where flexibility is essential.
Moves with the garment without cracking or breaking when properly applied.
Ultra-thin construction provides a smooth, lightweight feel designed for comfortable activewear.
Provides a clean, professional matte appearance without an unwanted glossy finish.
White, Black, Royal, Navy Blue, Red, EYllow, Green, Orange, Gold, Silver, Grey, Bright Red, Sea Glass, Purple Berry, Ballerina Pink
Designed to withstand repeated washing and everyday wear when properly applied and cared for.
Works well with Lycra®, Spandex®, polyester, and other compatible stretch fabrics.
Ideal for sports jerseys, activewear, athleisure, and performance garments.
CPSIA certified for use on children's clothing, providing an added level of safety assurance.
Bright colors maintain visual impact while providing the flexibility needed for stretch garments.
Create custom Stretch Vinyl designs using standard cut, weed, and heat-press production.
Suitable for decorators producing sports teams, activewear collections, uniforms, and repeated apparel designs.
Clear Expectations From Order to Shipment
Submit your artwork, complete your order specifications, and we’ll move your Stretch Vinyl transfers through production.
Upload your artwork and select your transfer specifications.
Your artwork is reviewed for production.
Approved artwork moves into Stretch Vinyl production.
Your completed transfers are packaged and shipped.
5 business days
Prepare Your Artwork
Send production-ready artwork to help keep your Stretch Vinyl order moving smoothly.
Artwork
Production Ready
Design
Final Size
File Preparation
Our art team will review your files and proof all details before production
Backgrounds
Remove unwanted elements
Text
Convert fonts to outlines
Quality
Use clean, high-quality artwork
Press With Confidence
Use the recommended setting for your specific garment material. Application settings are guidelines; always refer to the application instructions included with your order.
Stretch Vinyl-specific application settings are not currently included in the supplied application-instructions file.
Proper garment care helps preserve the flexibility, finish, and durability of your Stretch Vinyl design.
Turn the garment inside out before washing.
Use cold water.
Tumble dry on low heat or hang to dry.
Wait at least 24 hours after application before washing the garment to allow the adhesive to fully bond.
Avoid ironing directly over the Stretch Vinyl design.
If ironing is necessary, turn the garment inside out or use a protective barrier.
Proper care helps maintain the stretch, appearance, and long-term durability of the design.
Order With Confidence
If something isn’t right with your order, we’re here to help make it right.
If your transfers arrive with a verified production defect, contact us so our team can review the issue.
If you receive the wrong product, quantity, or specifications, we’ll review the order and help resolve the issue.
If your order arrives damaged, contact our team with photos and order details so we can determine the appropriate resolution.
If a verified production issue requires a reprint, our team will work with you to get the replacement handled.
If an issue is related to customer-supplied artwork, our team will review the file and help determine the appropriate next step.
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Different transfer technologies work better for different garments, designs, finishes, and production needs. Choose the option that fits your project.
Stretch Vinyl:
Ultra-thin, soft-hand HTV with an ultra-matte finish, designed to flex with stretchy fabrics and withstand the demands of activewear.
Best For:
Activewear, sports jerseys, athleisure, and stretch garments where flexibility, comfort, and durability are essential.
| Comparison Attribute | EcoStretch Vinyl | Hot Printz | Ultra Ink | Easy Ink | Fashion Ink | Sublimation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material Compatibility | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex
**High stretch items** |
Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex | 100% White Polyester |
| Design Complexity | Simple (Best for logos, simple designs, & limited color schemes) | Complex (Full color, gradients, photos, fine detail) | Complex (Full color, gradients, photos, fine detail) | Moderate (Limited colors 1-6, moderate line detail, solid, bold artwork) | Moderate/Complex (Limited colors 1-6, best for fine detail and distressed logos) | Complex (Best for bright, long lasting, complex, and full-color designs) |
| Volume Suitability | Small-Medium | Small-Medium | Small-Medium-Large (best pricing for medium-large runs) | Small-Medium-Large (best pricing for medium-large runs) | Small-Medium-Large (best pricing for medium-large runs) | Small, Medium, Large |
| Durability (in washes) | Medium-High (40+ washes) | Medium-High (40+ washes) | High (50+ washes) | High (50+ washes) | High (50+ washes) | High (Outlast shirt, will not fade or crack) |
| Production Speed | Medium (5 business days) | High (1-2 Business days, suited for small to medium runs) | High (1-3 business days, suited for mass production) | High (1-3 business days, suited for mass production) | High (1-3 business days, suited for mass production) | Medium (3 business days) |
| Cost per Unit | Medium-HIgh (depending on quantity, size, colors, more labor intensive product) | Low (economical for small quantity orders) | Low-medium (depending on quantity, medium – large runs) | Low (depending on quantity, medium – large runs, and lower color count) | Low -medium (depending on quantity, medium – large runs, and lower color count) | Low (economical in small-large quantities) |
| Color Requirements | 1-3 colors (price is based off the number of colors) | Full-Color | Full-Color | 1-6 Colors (price is based off the number of colors) | 1-6 Colors (price is based off the number of colors) | Full-Color |
| Environmental Impact | Low- Medium (impact but depends on vinyl type) | Low impact (waterbased inks, recyclable film, low water usage, adhesive inks) | Medium (waterbased inks, recylable film, higher water useage, solvents and cleaning chemicals) | Medium (can have environmental impact due to inks, recylable film, higher water useage, solvents and cleaning chemicals) | Medium (can have environmental impact due to inks, recylable film, higher water useage, solvents and cleaning chemicals) | Low (waterbased, solvent free, no water use, recyclable paper) |
| Special Features | Adheres to high stretch fabrics | Glitter, Holographic and irredecent films, good stretch on fabrics | Ability to print gradients and photos
Dye Blocker, good stretch on frabics |
Shimmer Ink
Dye Blocker, good stretch on fabrics |
Shimmer Ink
Additional adhesive printed on transfers to help with fine detail and distressing, good stretch on fabrics |
Ability to print gradients and photos, will stretch as far as the garment allows as sublimation permanently dyes the fabrics. |
| Order Flexibility | Small-Large Orders, Custom Designs | Small Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times | Small-Large Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times | Small-Large Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times | Small-Large Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times | Small- Large Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times |
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gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
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Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
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Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
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Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
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gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
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FAQ
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Ships in 2-3 Business Days
Applies to most fabric types
Unlimited (CMYK) Colors
Soft feel, Excellent stretchability
Easily transfer multi-colored, pattern, and photo-realistic designs with custom sublimation transfers. Our sublimation prints ready to press make it simple to create stunning, long-lasting designs. Sublimation utilizes special dyes that permanently bond with your fabric, ensuring that your sublimation transfers are breathable, durable, and resistant to fading.
See Price TableShips in 1-3 Business DaysApplies to 100% polyester fabrics and productsUnlimited (CMYK) ColorsSoft feel, Vibrant Colors, Excellent stretchabilitySign in to access your account, track orders, manage artwork, and reorder transfers with ease.
