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Screen Printing

Each project that comes through our shop is unique. Our tiny printers are detailed focused artists, and choose the best ink and technique based on apparel type and your individual needs. Let’s screen print together!

What is Screen Printing?

Screen printing is a process that involves using a squeegee to push ink through a stenciled, mesh screen to transfer a design onto fabric, paper, or other surfaces. Screen printing is our favorite way to print colorful and distinctive designs on apparel such as t-shirts, hoodies, joggers, tanks, crop tops, etc. Because of the set up needed, screen printing is best suited for item runs that use the same graphic. Small runs start at 6 pieces.

Screen Printing Overview

  • Minimums & pricing based on number of ink colors and print locations.
  • Turnaround is 7-10 business days from art approval.
  • Choose from vivid, crisp, high-quality water-based or plastisol ink prints.
  • Premium techniques like simulated spot process and CMYK screen printing are available.
  • We print on cotton, blends, and performance apparel.
  • Your choice of standard ink colors or PMS colors.


Order Process

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Getting Started

We discuss your project’s scope—including design, color(s), apparel choices, due date, and delivery method. As we learn about your project, we will make recommendations, answer questions, and provide the best options for your order.

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Quote Sent

Once we have your project’s details, we’ll send an official quote for your review. It’s time to check all the particulars—we want everything to be just right! If the quote looks A-OK, you approve the quote, enabling you to then make an online payment. Once paid, your project moves to the digital proofs stage.

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Digital Proofs

After payment, digital proofs of your project’s art are sent to you for approval, within a few business days. The proof details include: your design mockup, placement, ink colors, and graphic size. We do not print until the proof is approved.

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Let’s Roll!

Once the proofs are approved, your project is now on our production calendar. We order your base apparel, mix inks, burn screens, and get this party started.

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Printing

Finally: our favorite part! Our screen printers print your apparel in accordance with the proof’s specifications. All our items are quality checked before being boxed up.

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All Done!

Once your order is complete, Team Tiny will contact you with a status update. Now for your favorite part: a unique product you can now wear and show off to all your friends.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer on-demand/same-day completion for screen printing?

No, our standard turnaround is 7-10 business days from Art Approval. We offer rush turnarounds as well for an additional cost. The fastest rush turnaround is 3 business days. 

What is your turnaround time for screen printing?

Standard turnaround time is 7-10 business days from Art Approval, or about two weeks from the date the order is placed.

Where can I view apparel options?

You can view our online catalogs in the Products tab on our website

Can I bring in my own clothes to be printed on?

No, usually we do not print on customer-provided apparel. We can review and make exceptions on a case-by-case basis.

Can you print a single item?

We cannot screen print single items, but we can decorate single items through a Direct to Film Transfer or vinyl transfer.

Do you offer quantity-based price breaks for screen printing?

Yes we do! Please inquire to learn more about price breaks, screen printing price breaks start at 12 items.

What is your order quantity minimum for screen printing?

We have a 6-item minimum for all screen printed orders. If you need less than that, we can do DTF transfers for as low as 1 shirt.

How much does each shirt cost?

Pricing depends on several factors, including the apparel item, the order quantity, the number of colors in your design, and the print locations (front, front + back, etc.)

Rush Order Printing

Need your apparel order made even faster? We make it happen!