Printing Methods & Techniques

Discover our professional printing solutions tailored to your specific needs. Whether you need vibrant designs for bulk orders, detailed graphics for small batches, or dimensional texture for premium products, we have the perfect method for your project.

Screen Printing Process

Screen Printing

Our premium screen printing service creates vibrant, long-lasting designs that maintain their color through countless washes. This traditional method excels with bold graphics on dark fabrics and is ideal for bulk orders.

  • Perfect for large quantities (10+ items)
  • Vibrant colors that pop on dark fabrics
  • Durable prints that withstand repeated washing
  • Cost-effective for multi-color designs in bulk

Typical Pricing: $8-15 per shirt (varies by quantity and colors)

Minimum Order: 10 items

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Digital Printing Machine

Digital Printing

Our state-of-the-art direct-to-garment printers deliver exceptional detail and color accuracy. This modern technique is perfect for photographic images, complex designs, and small batch orders.

  • Ideal for small quantities (1+ items)
  • Photographic quality with unlimited colors
  • Perfect for detailed designs and gradients
  • No setup fees for new designs

Typical Pricing: $15-25 per shirt (varies by design complexity)

Minimum Order: No minimum - single items welcome

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Embroidery Detail

Embroidery

Our precision embroidery creates dimensional, textured designs with a premium feel. Perfect for corporate apparel, team uniforms, and high-end merchandise that makes a lasting impression.

  • Professional look for business and formal wear
  • Exceptional durability that outlasts printed designs
  • Dimensional texture that stands out
  • Works on a variety of fabrics and products

Typical Pricing: $10-20 per item (varies by stitch count)

Minimum Order: 6 items

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Printing Method Comparison

Feature Screen Printing Digital Printing Embroidery
Best For Large orders, simple designs Small batches, complex designs Professional apparel, durability
Minimum Order 10 items 1 item 6 items
Durability High Medium Very High
Color Vibrancy Excellent Good Limited by thread colors
Detail Level Medium Very High Medium
Cost for Small Orders Higher Lower Higher
Cost for Large Orders Lower Higher Medium

Not sure which method is right for your project?

Contact our team for a personalized recommendation based on your specific needs, timeline, and budget.

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Custom Design Services

Don't have print-ready artwork? Our professional design team will help bring your ideas to life with custom designs tailored to your specific needs.

Design Consultation Process

Work directly with our experienced designers to develop concepts based on your ideas. Our collaborative approach ensures your vision comes to life exactly as you imagined.

Initial Concept Discussion

Share your ideas, references, and requirements with our design team.

Concept Sketches

Receive initial design concepts based on your input and requirements.

Revisions & Refinement

Provide feedback and we'll refine the design until it's perfect (two rounds included).

Final Approval

Review and approve the final design before production begins.

Design Packages

Basic Package

Perfect for simple designs with text and basic graphics.

  • Text layout and formatting
  • Simple graphic elements
  • One revision round
  • Digital proof

Starting at $50

Standard Package

Ideal for logo adaptation and custom layout designs.

  • Logo adaptation for printing
  • Custom layout design
  • Two revision rounds
  • Digital proof with mockup

Starting at $100

Premium Package

Complete custom artwork creation from concept to final design.

  • Original artwork creation
  • Multiple design concepts
  • Three revision rounds
  • Multiple digital proofs with mockups
  • Print-optimized files for any method

Starting at $200

Digital Proofing Process

Before production begins, you'll receive detailed digital proofs showing exactly how your designs will look on your chosen apparel. This crucial step ensures your complete satisfaction with the final product.

Accurate product visualization
Precise size and placement preview
True-to-life color representation

File Requirements

If you already have print-ready artwork, here's what you need to know:

Vector Formats (Preferred)

AI, EPS, PDF, SVG files with outlined fonts

Raster Formats

300+ DPI JPG, PNG, PSD files at actual print size

Color Specifications

Pantone colors for screen printing, CMYK for digital

Text Treatment

All fonts converted to outlines/paths

Ready to Create Your Custom Design?

Whether you need help bringing your vision to life or have questions about preparing your artwork, our team is here to help.

(302) 715-5634
aleenabender@shirtshopetc.com