Print Methods Explained
Overview of screen printing, heat transfer, embroidery, DTG/DTF methods.

Screen Printing
Screen Printing Traditional screen printing is ideal for large quantities and bold, vibrant designs. Ink is pushed through a mesh screen onto the garment, creating durable, long-lasting prints. Best For Large quantity orders (24+ pieces) Bold, solid-color designs Maximum durability and wash resistance Pantone color matching Considerations Each color requires a separate screen (setup cost per color) Not ideal for photographic or gradient-heavy designs Most cost-effective at higher quantities

Heat Transfer / HTV
Heat Transfer / HTV Heat transfer vinyl is great for small quantities, names, numbers, and multi-color designs. Vinyl is cut and heat-pressed onto the garment. Best For Small quantities (1-24 pieces) Individual names and numbers Multi-color designs without screen setup costs Metallic, glitter, and specialty finishes Considerations Not as cost-effective at very high quantities Best for simple shapes and text Requires proper care (inside-out washing recommended)

Embroidery
Embroidery Embroidery gives a professional, textured look ideal for polos, hats, and corporate wear. Thread is stitched directly into the garment for a premium finish. Best For Corporate apparel and uniforms Hats, beanies, and bags Polo shirts and jackets Professional, upscale branding Considerations Design complexity affects pricing (stitch count) Very fine details may not translate well Best for logos and text, not photographic images

DTG / DTF
DTG / DTF Printing Direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-film (DTF) printing allows full-color photographic prints with no minimum quantity. Best For Full-color, photographic designs Small quantities (even single pieces) Designs with many colors or gradients On-demand and sample production DTG vs. DTF DTG: Prints directly onto the garment. Works best on 100%% cotton, light-colored fabrics. DTF: Prints onto a transfer film, then applied with heat press. Works on virtually any fabric type or color.