How to Order a Perfect T-Shirt
We believe that creating a great custom screenprinted t-shirt is a community effort. That’s why we take the time to help you be an informed buyer. When you know how and what to order, you’re more likely to love the end result, and get shirts that your employees or other people you give them to will wear, or customers will buy.
These are the three areas to focus on to make sure your t-shirt order is exactly what you want it to be, from first contact to when you open your delivery of the final printed product.
1. Accuracy: When it comes to screen printing t-shirts, accuracy is key, starting with your quote, all the way through to hitting the submit button.
2. Selection: Choosing the right shirt for your use cases will make sure you are happy with your order.
3. Review: A careful review of your proof and order documents will make sure your order is perfect.
Accuracy Starts with your Quote
The first step of creating a screenprinted t-shirt order is getting an accurate quote. This begins with understanding both the purpose of the t-shirt and your budget. Consider factors like the desire for a sustainable product and how are the shirts going to be used. Once you pull together all the details of the order, you’ll be ready to request a quote.
Allthread Ink is here to help you get the perfect print. We can help you understand screen printing terminology, so you know how to accurately specify ink colors, print locations, types of shirts, fabrics, and more. The better the information you give us, the more accurate of a quote we can provide.
Choose the Right Shirt
When choosing what kind of shirt to print on, there are as many options as there are ways the shirts will be used. Being an informed buyer will make sure you are happy when you receive your order. But don’t worry: We don’t expect you to understand all the details and terminology! Allthread Ink is here to explain the differences between each shirt and how your choice may impact the final project.
For example, don’t be like Chuck. Chuck called ABC printing and asked for his graphic on blue shirts. When he received his shirts, he didn’t like them, his employees didn’t want to wear them, and his customers didn’t buy them. That’s because he didn’t specify what kind of fabric he wanted, like ring-spun cotton, polyester, 50/50, heavyweight, or tri-blend. He didn’t think about the differences between shirts ideal for his coffee-roasting employees to sweat in and spill on, and shirts to sell to customers in his coffee shop.
You can do better than Chuck by considering use cases for your shirts. These include factors such as the intended use of the shirt (e.g., sports, summer, winter, etc.) and how it will be distributed (e.g. resale, as a give-away, or for employee daily wear).
Allthread is here to make sure you get the shirt you love.
Check and Double-Check the Design and Order
When you’re ready to order your custom screenprinted t-shirts, it's essential to check the design to make sure it looks exactly how you want it. Make sure that all images, text, and artwork are correctly sized, placed, and positioned before submitting your order. And don’t forget to take the time to read over the proof, looking for any spelling errors or typos. While we try our best to catch any these errors, a perfect print takes a community. Double-checking that the design is exactly how you envision it before placing your order will ensure you love your shirts.
Also, make sure to review the other details of the order to make sure everything matches up with what was initially discussed. Pay close attention to pricing, discounts, payment methods, quantities of each size, colors, and the delivery date before signing off. Being proactive and staying informed throughout the entire process will make sure your custom-printed t-shirts come out perfect!
With a bit of effort and collaboration from everyone involved, you can rest assured that the order will turn out exactly as planned. By doing all this work ahead of time, you can avoid costly changes down the line and have peace of mind knowing you’ll have an accurate t-shirt order.
An Accurate Order (Almost Always) Means a Perfect Result
Following these steps will help ensure that you love your t-shirts. However, keep in mind that mistakes can sometimes happen, even after you do everything correctly. If this happens, reach out to Allthread Ink immediately so we can address the issue. We pride ourselves on helping our customers through the process. We are here to make ordering custom screen printed t-shirts less daunting, and help you select shirts you will love.