What We Offer
SCREEN PRINTING
Screen printing involves creating a screen (or stencil) and then using the screen to apply layers of ink on the printing surface. Images with different colors must be screened separately, one at a time, to achieve the final image.
Screen printing is the best for single color prints, prints with colors of text or a design (not necessarily an image) of orders requiring numerous pieces being printed.
We highly recommend using screen printing, when possible, for longest lasting products.
Screen printing does have set up fees, which are dependent on the number of colors and locations that are being printed. For any prints that are lower in quantity, such as under 72 pieces, and more than two colors, we recommend DTF.
EMBROIDERY
Embroidery is the process of stitching threads directly into the item.
We recommend embroidery for hats, heavy jackets, sweaters and hoodies.
Embroidery is long lasting and has a great, professional look.
DTG (Direct to Garment)
Direct to Garment process is when the image (usually a very detailed design with many colors) is printed directly onto the garment.
For the best results, we recommend using this process on light color shirts only.
DTG is great when only needing a small quantity of items printed - there would be no set up costs like there would be in screen printing.
DTF (Direct to Film)
Direct to film printing is when water based ink is printed onto a film using special powder adhesive. The image is then transferred onto fabric by using a heat press machine.
This method is best for customers that have smaller quantities or numerous colors.
This is also ideal for customers that may Print on Demand and are not wanting to hold onto printed inventory.
This method also does not require weeding of excess material, such as vinyl printing.
Vinyl Transfer
Vinyl transfers are sort of like DTF printing, however with vinyl the images are printed on to vinyl and heat pressed onto fabric.
Vinyl transfers (also known as heat transfers) are great for items such as names and numbers on sports uniforms.
Vinyl transfers are pretty much large stickers.
LASER ENGRAVING
Laser engraving is used for items such as thermal cups and other items in which the laser lasers off the top layer of the item, showcasing an image or logo.
Additional colors or images can not be added to a lasered product.
Normally, when lasered, the finished image shows a silver or black color.
BANNERS AND STICKERS
Banners and stickers are normally printed on vinyl and can be cut out individually or kept on a roll.
POSTERS AND SIGNS
Vinyl is normally used and the vinyl is added to a backing, such as cardboard or aluminum.
Many street signs or posters for schools are made this way.
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
For printing, depending on quantity and the number of colors, we would choose screen printing. Anything with less than 72 pieces or more than two colors, we would recommend DTF.
DTF is becoming one of the better options due to increased durability, ease of inventory and overall look of the final printed product.
We are transitioning most of our screen printed designs to DTF.
We use the highest of quality material for transfers and would recommend our stickers and banners for anyone.
IN CONCLUSION
Do not be fooled by the overnight 'apparel makers' on social media. Though it is great to start somewhere (just like everyone has), many people do not have the knowledge or experience with making products or they use cheaper materials that may fall off of the finished product.