Mockups help clients visualise a T shirt design before printing, saving time and money. The good news is you don’t need to be a design expert.
Step-by-Step: Create T Shirt Mockups
Pick Your Mockup Tool
Choose from tools like:
- Placeit: simple drag-and-drop
- Smartmockups: clean apparel focus
- Photoshop: advanced control
- Canva: beginner-friendly
For fast mockups, start with Placeit.
Choose a Base T Shirt Template
Select a style (crew neck, V-neck, long sleeve) and colour that matches your printing goal.
Add Your Design
Upload your logo or artwork:
- Ensure transparent background for PNGs
- Use vector (SVG/AI) for crisp scaling
Adjust Placement
Position the design on:
- Chest area
- Back
- Sleeve
- Pocket area
Check how it looks on different sizes and angles.
Add Background & Context
Use lifestyle photos to show how the tee looks on real people or in real settings. This boosts conversion.
Export in High Resolution
Save mockups at 3000 px+ for social media, website display, or print samples.
Bonus Tips
- Provide multiple views (front/back/side)
- Show colour variants
- Use close-ups for detailed artwork