Screen Printing
Custom Screen Printing in Hastings, MI and Nashville, MI
At Court-Side Screen Printing & Embroidery, we create custom apparel that looks sharp, holds up, and stays consistent across the whole order. Screen printing (also called silk screening) is one of the most popular ways to print t-shirts, hoodies, and uniforms because it produces bold color and reliable results.
If you are ordering for a team, business, school, fundraiser, or event, screen printing is often the best fit when you need the same design on many items.
What is Screen Printing?
Screen printing is a method of printing graphics on garments using ink that sits on top of the fabric rather than soaking in. A stencil (screen) is created for your design, and ink is pressed through the screen onto each garment. Because the same screen can be used again and again, screen printing is ideal for repeat designs and larger orders.
Why Choose Screen Printing for Custom Apparel?
Screen printing is widely used for a few clear reasons:
Screen Printing is a Strong Choice for:
Screen printing is widely used for a few clear reasons:
Sports teams and spirit wear
(practice shirts, team tees, fan gear)
Work shirts and uniforms for crews and staff
School groups, clubs, and organizations
Events and fundraisers where you need a consistent look
If your design is highly detailed or uses many colors, we can also quote DTG printing as another option. If you need names and numbers, consider vinyl transfer.
Our screen printing minimum is 24 items.
If you need fewer than 24, we recommend Direct To Film (DTF), which is great for detailed art or vinyl transfer, which is great for names and numbers.
Garments and Items we can Screen Print
We can print on many popular items, including:
- T-shirts and long-sleeve shirts
- Hoodies, crewnecks, and sweatshirts
- Some performance and athletic fabrics (depending on the garment)
- Tote bags and other promo apparel items
Want a stitched, more professional uniform look instead? Check out embroidery.
What Affects Screen Printing Pricing?
Quotes depend on a few basics:
- Quantity (larger orders often lower the price per shirt)
- Number of print locations (front, back, sleeve)
- Ink colors in the design
- Garment style and brand
- Any special requests (rush timing, special placements)
FAQs
What is the minimum order for screen printing?
Our minimum is 24 items per screen printing order.
Is screen printing good for small orders?
Screen printing is usually best for 24+ pieces. For smaller runs, we often recommend DTG or vinyl transfer.
How long will screen printing last?
Screen printing is known for its durability. Washing inside out and avoiding high heat helps extend the print life. There is no guaranteed length of time due to many factors that relate to the individual who wears the apparel item.
Can you print on dark shirts?
Yes. We can recommend ink options that keep colors bold on darker garments.
What kind of design works best for screen printing?
Bold designs and limited color counts print very well. If your artwork is complex, we can compare options like
DTF.
