Screen Printing
Screen printing is a process where inks are applied with a squeegee to a garment by forcing them through a mesh (called a "screen"). To create a design for screen printing, each section of the design that would require a different color of ink is isolated, then burned onto its own screen. This is called color separating. More colors in a design mean that more screens need to be burned, which will in turn cost you more money in screen preparation and production time. Quali T offers up to 6 colors per screen print design. (any quantity of color in the design over 6 colors we would recommend Direct to Film digital transfers- see below) Screen Prep fee is $35/screen or color of ink.
Quali T keeps all screens on file for one year from each and every purchase. So, if you ordered in July and want to reorder in May the following year, the screen is still on file. After one year, there will be a $25 charge for recreating your screen.
Artwork for Screen Printing
Artwork submitted to Quali T for screen printing must be 250 dpi (dots per inch) and at the size you want it to appear on your garment. Quali T can screen print up to 6 colors per design per imprint location. We offer Pantone Matching System (PMS) color matching; please list the colors desired. We cannot guarantee 100% color matching to computer-printed designs, since printing on paper yields different results than when printing on garments.
Art Submission/Formats Accepted
Vector art (.ai or .eps files) is preferred. We also accept JPEG, PNG and PDF files. Please create outlines of all text or include all fonts required. If artwork supplied requires typesetting or changes, we reserve the right to modify the artwork and charge accordingly. Art may be altered to meet our printing requirements.
Embroidery
Embroidery is a process where designs are sewn by computerized embroidery machines onto a garment. Pricing is based on stitch count which equates to machine time to run these jobs.
Formats Accepted for Embroidery
Quali T can only accept Tajima files for embroidery designs or a stitch file (.dst). If artwork supplied requires typesetting or changes, we reserve the right to modify the artwork and charge accordingly. Art may be altered to meet our sewing requirements.
Embroidery Art Prep Fees
Custom logos requiring digitized artwork will be charged exclusively per quote with a minimum charge of $70.00. Art minimum font size, etc. and other requirements will apply to the design.
Sublimation
Sublimation process allows for full-color, full customized, all-over designs that can be applied seam to seam. The inks are infused directly into the fabric's fibers creating vibrant, long-lasting, and soft prints that won't crack, peel or fade with washing. This is ideal for sports uniforms or activewear and other frequently laundered apparel.
Digital Transfers/ Direct to Film
Direct to film is the process where a design is printed onto a special film, coated with an adhesive powder and then transferred to a garment using a heat press. This method is versatile because it can be used on various fabrics. The resulting prints are durable and vibrant. Artwork submitted must be at least 360 dpi (dots per inch) and at the size you want it to appear on your garment. The higher the resolution the nicer it will look on the product. Customer supplied Vector or Photoshop files are acceptable. Art may be altered to meet print requirements.
Embossing or Debossing
Embossing is a technique that uses heat and pressure with a custom metal mold to create a permanent, raised, 3D design or logo on the fabric. It gives the garment a premium look similar to embroidery but a smoother feel. Debossing uses that same technique with a metal mold but instead of being raised it is sunken into the fabric.
Chenille
Chenille embroidery is a technique that creates a thick, 3D, fluffy, carpet-like texture on garments by layering loops of yarn. This is often seen on varsity letter jackets and athletic apparel, but becoming widely more popular on fleece sweatshirts.
Laser Engraving on Fabric
Laser engraving on fabric is a method that uses a focused laser beam to etch or mark designs directly onto fabric by removing or altering the top later of material. This process creates permanent patterns without ink, thread or physical contact. Often resulting in a tone-on-tone look. Suitable for cotton, polyester and leather.
Design Prep Fees
There is a $25 charge for artwork preparation for designs submitted in a vectorized electronic art files (.eps or .ai) for proofing purposes. Design services for custom logos = $50 min. If you are requesting creative logos/designs $75 per hour (minimum $150.00 per creative work).
Sending Quali T Your Artwork
Email artwork to your customer service representative or [email protected]. Files greater than 3MB in size should be compressed into a .zip file.
Quali T, Inc. reserves the right to reject any art deemed vulgar or offensive.