Avery 3279 Heat Transfer Paper for Dark Fabrics, 8.5" x 11", 5 Sheets

Size & fit

Make a custom shirt, tote bag, or other fabric project with Avery 3279 transfer paper. Each printable sheet measures 8.5" x 11" and is made for dark-colored 100% cotton or cotton/poly fabrics, so you can create designs intended to stand out on darker material. The pack contains five sheets for printing individual graphics, logos, or text and cutting each design to the shape your project needs.

Print with an inkjet printer, then apply the transfer with a standard iron or heat press. Print right-side up, without mirroring the image. Cut the printed design with scissors or an electronic cutting machine for clean edges and a fit that suits the item.

Why it’s worth it

Avery’s Color Shield formula is designed for vivid, fade-resistant prints on dark fabric, with durability rated for up to 20 washes. Use your own artwork, photos, logos, or text to personalize apparel, home décor, and gifts. Avery Design & Print Online also offers templates and designs, giving you a starting point for a project or a way to customize a layout with your own details.

For example, print a logo for a small-business shirt or a personal design for a tote, trim it to size, and transfer it with an iron or heat press. The sheets are compatible with inkjet printers, while the option to cut by hand or machine lets you choose a straightforward shape or more precise edges. Compared with choosing ready-made decorated items, this format is suited to projects where you want to supply the design and place it on a specific fabric item.

Buyers often mention that the paper is easy to use and works well for DIY projects, including dark shirts. Feedback on color and wash durability is mixed: some report vivid prints that hold up, while others describe fading or peeling. Follow the included step-by-step instructions when applying a transfer.

Spec sheet

• Name: Avery Heat Transfer Paper for Dark Fabrics
• Model: 3279
• Format: 8.5" x 11" sheets
• Capacity: 5 sheets
• Material: Paper
• Compatibility: Inkjet printers, dark-colored 100% cotton or cotton/poly fabrics
• Application: Standard iron or heat press
• Reference: Color Shield formula, designed to last up to 20 washes

Questions before you buy

What fabrics is this transfer paper designed for? It is formulated for black and other dark-colored fabrics made from 100% cotton or cotton/poly blends. Choose it when your project uses one of these fabrics and you want to add a printed design.

Do I need to mirror my design before printing? No. The product instructions say to print right-side up, so the image does not need to be mirrored.

How can I cut the design and apply it? Trim the printed transfer with scissors or an electronic or die-cutting machine, then apply it to the fabric using a standard iron or heat press. Step-by-step instructions are included to guide the transfer process.

Final verdict

Avery 3279 is a practical fit for makers who want to print their own designs for dark cotton or cotton/poly projects. Its letter-size sheets, inkjet printing, flexible cutting options, and iron-or-press application support personalized shirts, bags, home décor, and gifts without requiring a pre-made design.