Getting started with custom branded garments
1
Select Apparel
Since you’re investing the time and money into getting items custom branded make sure you invest in good quality garments that will not only last, but that will embroider or print well.
2
Select Decoration Method
Upload your design here or call us to discuss. Typically, you would have a small logo on the front chest, and a bigger logo on the back which may include your phone number, website address or slogan etc.
3
Approve Mockup / Sample
Before we brand your garments your approve a sample we run (embroidery) or mockup we produce for screen printing or heat transfers.
| Embroidery | Screen Printing | Heat Transfers | Dye Sublimation |
Explained | Uses a needle to apply different coloured thread or yarn to the fabric. “Sewn” on. | Using, ink is pushed through the screen design onto the garment | A vinyl “sticker” either with a printed image, or of a particular colour is cut and then heat-pressed onto the garment (stuck on) | The design is actually dyed into the fabric. Artwork is printed on paper and pressed into garments using heat. |
Min Qty | none | 12 | none | 20 |
Colour limitation | 15 | 4 | none | none |
Pro’s | Lasts Good for Polos, Jumpers, Jackets, Gowns, Towels etc. | Good for Tees, Larger prints | Any colours | Dye INTO garment (part of garment) Full, bright, multicolour |
Con’s | Not good for Fine detail (esp very small text) Not good on thin fabrics (if big embroider) | Limited Colours,Expensive for few prints | Large prints feel “hard”
Doesn’t last as well as SP | Applied to white or light coloured polyester garments pre-manufacture |
Setup Cost | $70 once off | $40 once off $40 each time | none | Quote |
Cost | From $7.50 | From $4.50 | From $15 | Quote |