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FAQ
Q: WHAT ARE YOUR MINIMUMS FOR SCREEN PRINTING?
A: While we don’t technically have minimums and it is possible to screen print just a single Artwork, it typically isn’t cost effective to do so as the amount of setup required is the same as for a larger run. That said our minimum quantities to deliver a good value are around 24 pieces per color in your design, so for example a 3 color design minimum would be 72 pieces (24 x 3).
Q: WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM SIZE YOU CAN PRINT ON SHIRTS?
A: Our max graphic print area is 16’’x22’’, however so designs can be adjusted to make printable on bigger sizes
Q: DO YOU PROVIDE THE SHIRTS / HOODIES/ TOTES?
A: Yes we do, however you are welcome to provide your own garments if you prefer, however we can almost always provide them for less so just ask and we’re happy to check.
Q: WHAT KIND OF FILE DO YOU NEED FOR MY ARTWORK?
A: We prefer vector based images whenever possible such as files made in Adobe Illustrator, and whose file extensions are typically .ai, .eps, .svg, or .pdf. These types of graphics are able to be scaled up or down without loss of quality and produce the sharpest films for screenprinting.
When sending us vector artwork please outline or expand all fonts and make sure the graphic is scaled 1:1 at the full size you would like printed on the shirt. Adobe CC or lower.
Photoshop files such as .psd, and .tiff are also acceptable. We ask them to be at least 300dpi at full print size with all fonts embedded and colors separated on individual layers.
Jpegs and other web images are often of too low a resolution for screen printing but if you're not sure, just send us what you have and we can take a look at it.
To send us large files (>10mb) please use a service such as:
For more information about vector images or to convert your artwork to vector please visit http://www.vectormagic.com
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Q: DO YOU OFFER DESIGN SERVICES?
A: Yes we do,
How do I choose colors? (Color References and Pantone Books)
For screen printing, we primarily use matte Speedball acrylic inks and TW Graphics inks. They are durable, water-based, dry with a great finish, and allow us to print and clean up without the use of harsh chemicals. It is also one of the most versatile ink systems available and allows us great control over our color mixing.
If desired, we are happy to match to supplied Solid Uncoated Pantone numbers. This book is the most representative of the screen printing process as we are printing on uncoated stock. We recomm
We cannot stress this enough, DO NOT rely on color swatches found within Adobe programs, or found on the internet. These are rarely accurate. Even between Coated and Uncoated books, specific numbers can vary greatly (a 109U is not at all comparable to 109C, for example). Please ONLY reference Uncoated swatches if you have an Uncoated book in front of you.
If you do not feel comfortable choosing your own Pantones, we find the best success matching to your provided computer file by eye. To be completely honest, this is how we approach most projects. It allows us to tweak your colors slightly based off of paper color and value relationships to create the best looking poster possible.
Please remember that this is a hand made process that requires the craft, skill and experience. We have years of color mixing under their belt, but this is still a process that relies on human interaction. Even Pantone swatches can vary based on the age and use of the book as well as lighting conditions and the color of paper that you are printing on. We continually update our Pantone books and match all swatches under Pantone calibrated lighting, but be advised that these do not always match our clients’ viewing conditions. Colors are called “references” for a reason, and cannot be guaranteed to match 100%.
How small is too small?
One of our most common questions! “How small can I make this typeface? Is this dither too small?”. A good rule of thumb — if you think it might be too small, it’s probably to small. While we have access to the best printing conditions possible, there can be a minimal loss between the computer screen and the finished product. In general, the larger the stroke, halftone, or dither, the easier to print. Single pixel dithers will not translate to press, for example. If you have areas in your print you are concerned about, feel free to reach out and we are happy to give you advice. If we reach out about specific problem areas after you send it through, don’t take offense. We only raise concerns because we’ve been down that road before and we want your prints to turn out as good as they can.
You’ve printed something me before, can you print it again?
Absolutely! We match to previously printed work all the time. We cannot guarantee that they will match 100%, as ink is mixed by hand for each print, but we can get pretty dang close. We typically hold on to job samples for about a year. If your print was not last produced within this time frame, we may ask you to ship us a sample to match to, if needed.
Reprints usually qualify for discounts as we already have separations and films to work with.
We do not supply separations produced in-house for your own personal use.
Can we see a printed proof before you run the whole job?
Due to the amount of setup involved, we do not offer printed proofs. If you have any questions regarding your print before it goes to press, feel free to reach out with any concerns. We often have samples we can send pictures of with techniques similar to what you are using in your own print.
I don’t have final art yet. Can I still get a quote?
No problem! We are happy to give you a rough estimate based off of your specifications, but keep in mind that your estimate may change once we see final artwork. Even a rough draft or non-final mock can give us a good idea of what we are working with, and give us a head start on any areas of your print that raise concern us. Every job must go through our quote request form to receive an estimate.
Business cards:
Standard Business cards are 3.5 x 2”
It is possible to print business cards in custom sizes. Please just let us know what size you are thinking about and we will advise to the best of our knowledge.