Set the actual size.
Specify dimensions and placement from a fixed point on the garment.
Jiashun / The printing workshop
Custom apparel
printing.
Custom printing for clothing brands. Develop screen, digital and raised finishes with your fabric and garment, then approve the sample before bulk production.
01 / The print library
Explore apparel
printing methods.
Compare the feel, common uses and sample checks. Flock and discharge need an individual project review.
Swipe to explore all 8 finishes
Flat graphics · ink options
Screen printing: colour and coverage.
Choose water-based or plastisol inks to suit the fabric and finish. Each colour and print location contributes to the production setup.
- The feel
- Water-based can feel softer; plastisol offers a more opaque surface. Ink coverage affects both.
- Common uses
- Solid logos, lettering and colour-separated graphics.
- Sample check
- Colour coverage, aligned colour layers and handfeel.
Before sampling
Water-based and plastisol are ink systems within screen printing. Test the chosen ink on the intended fabric and garment colour.
Detailed graphics · tonal colour
DTG printing for detailed artwork.
DTG prints directly onto compatible fabrics, including cotton. It suits artwork with fine shading, photographs or many colours.
- The feel
- Varies with pretreatment, base colour and the white ink layer.
- Common uses
- Illustrations, gradients and distressed artwork.
- Sample check
- Fine details, colour transitions and feel across large prints.
Before sampling
Distressing can be part of the artwork. Approve the intended worn look alongside the required wash performance.
Full colour · film transfer
DTF printing for full-colour transfers.
DTF prints the artwork onto film, then heat-applies it to the fabric. Check heat compatibility and the feel of the transfer on your garment.
- The feel
- A surface layer, more noticeable across large solid areas.
- Common uses
- Multicolour logos and detailed, open graphics.
- Sample check
- Transfer edges, flexibility, adhesion and coverage.
Before sampling
DTF is one heat-transfer method. A silicone transfer or a sewn badge is a different application.
Raised graphics · expanded texture
Puff printing for rounded volume.
Puff ink expands to create a raised surface. Bold lettering and open shapes give the effect room to develop.
- The feel
- Raised and rounded, with a softer edge profile.
- Common uses
- Statement lettering, outlines and raised accents.
- Sample check
- Expansion, spacing, flexibility and the intended wash.
Before sampling
Fine lines and close gaps can change as the ink expands. Approve the artwork at its actual print size.
Raised graphics · defined edges
High-density printing with defined edges.
High-density screen printing builds up ink for a defined raised profile. The outline stays a key part of the design.
- The feel
- Structured, with a distinct raised edge.
- Common uses
- Logos, lettering and dimensional graphic accents.
- Sample check
- Height, small gaps, corners and flexibility.
Before sampling
Agree the print height and ink build from a sample on the selected fabric.
Raised graphics · smooth surface
Silicone printing for tonal dimension.
Silicone creates smooth, raised logos and lettering. The application route depends on the artwork and fabric; some designs require separate tooling.
- The feel
- Smooth and rubber-like, with a defined raised edge.
- Common uses
- Tonal logos, lettering and dimensional details.
- Sample check
- Edge, height, attachment and flexibility.
Before sampling
Direct silicone decoration, silicone transfers and sewn silicone badges are not interchangeable. We confirm the route for your design.
Special finish · texture review
Availability confirmed per project
Flock printing for a velvety surface.
Flock adds a velvety texture. Availability depends on the reference, artwork and fabric, so this finish needs a project review first.
- The feel
- Textile-like and velvety.
- Common uses
- Textural logos and selected accents.
- Sample check
- Pile, edges, attachment and wash compatibility.
Before sampling
This is a finish to evaluate against your reference. Availability and process are confirmed for the individual project.
Fabric + dye + finish
A soft finish
starts with
the right base.
Base colourPrint testWash review
Special finish · fabric and dye review
Fabric test required
Discharge printing on compatible dyes.
Discharge printing depends on how the garment dye responds. Test the intended fabric first to establish the final colour and feel.
- The feel
- Soft, with the result dependent on the fabric and dye.
- Common uses
- Vintage graphics on compatible dyed fabrics.
- Sample check
- Dye response, print colour and the wash sequence.
Before sampling
Discharge, water-based printing and a distressed DTG graphic can aim for a similar mood through different processes.
02 / Find your print direction
Find the right print
for your design.
Choose what you’re creating. Get a starting method, an alternative and the sample checks that matter for your design.
Your print direction
Start with the idea.
We’ll help with the method.
Choose a scenario and a few details to narrow down the options.
- A recommended starting point
- An alternative worth comparing
- Checks for your sample
Want to compare all 8 methods?
Scroll across to compare every detail
| Print method | Choose it for | Surface feel | Main tradeoff | Cost factors | Check in the sample |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen printingAdd to brief | Solid logos, lettering and colour-separated graphics. | Varies with water-based or plastisol ink and coverage. | Each colour and placement adds production setup. | Colour count, screens, locations and quantity. | Colour coverage, layer alignment and handfeel. |
| DTG printingAdd to brief | Photographs, gradients and detailed illustrations. | Depends on pretreatment, fabric and white ink coverage. | Fabric and garment colour influence the printed result. | Print area, ink coverage and garment preparation. | Fine detail, tonal transitions and large-area feel. |
| DTF transfersAdd to brief | Detailed, multicolour logos and open graphics. | A surface layer, especially noticeable in solid areas. | Heat compatibility and transfer feel need checking. | Transfer size, coverage, locations and application. | Edges, flexibility and adhesion after the agreed wash. |
| Puff printingAdd to brief | Bold lettering, outlines and rounded raised accents. | Raised and rounded, with softer edges. | Expansion can change fine lines and close gaps. | Colours, print area and finish development. | Expansion, spacing and flexibility at actual size. |
| High-density screen printAdd to brief | Dimensional logos and lettering with defined edges. | Structured ink with a distinct raised profile. | Height, small gaps and flexibility need balancing. | Ink build, colours, print area and setup. | Height, corners, small gaps and flexibility. |
| 3D siliconeAdd to brief | Smooth tonal logos, lettering and raised details. | Smooth and rubber-like, with defined edges. | Application route varies; some designs need tooling. | Application route, size and any tooling. | Edge, height, attachment and flexibility. |
| Flock printingProject review requiredAdd to brief | Textural logos and selected graphic accents. | Velvety and textile-like. | Availability and process require a project review. | Confirmed process, coverage and application. | Pile, edges, attachment and wash compatibility. |
| Discharge printingProject review requiredAdd to brief | Vintage graphics on compatible dyed fabrics. | Soft, depending on the fabric and dye response. | Fabric dye must respond; colour needs a test. | Fabric testing, colours, coverage and setup. | Dye response, final colour and wash sequence. |
Cost factors are a guide, not a price ranking. Final cost and suitability depend on your artwork, fabric, quantity and approved sample.
03 / Silicone in context
Small chest mark.
Full back graphic.
A tonal finish changes with its scale and placement. Compare the compact front print with the taller back lettering, then check the edge and feel up close.
Explore sample development
04 / Before bulk production
Approve the result.
Not just the artwork.
Four checks to settle before bulk production.
Use the intended fabric.
Check colour, coverage and texture on the chosen fabric and garment colour.
Plan the wash sequence.
Approve the intended look after washing and agree any performance tests.
Approve the whole garment.
Review the close-up finish, then the scale and placement on the finished garment.
Follow the sample review
Inside the process: a short Jiashun workshop clip shows screen printing in production.
Watch the workshop clip (opens in a new tab)05 / Your print brief
Your artwork.
Let’s find the finish.
Include your fabric, print size, placement and quantity. We can help choose the method.
06 / Questions before sampling
Custom apparel
printing FAQs.
Which printing method should I choose for my design?
Start with the artwork and the feel you want. Fabric, print size, colour count and order quantity help narrow the choice; you can send a brief without selecting a method.
Can one garment combine different print methods?
Yes. A screen-printed chest logo and a DTG back graphic can be developed on one garment. Fabric, placement and wash sequence need to work with both methods; printing over raised decoration requires a separate check.
How are puff, high-density and silicone different?
Puff expands for a rounded surface. High-density ink builds a more defined profile. Silicone has a smooth, rubber-like feel. Compare the edge, height and flexibility on a sample.
Can a vintage-looking print still be durable?
A worn look can come from the artwork, printing or washing. Agree the appearance and performance requirements separately, then assess the sample and any requested wash tests.
Do you offer all-over or sublimation printing?
We can review suitable projects. All-over describes coverage; sublimation is a process for compatible fabrics. Fabric composition and garment layout determine feasibility, including coverage across seams.
What affects the price of custom printing?
Method, size, colour count, coverage, print locations, fabric and order quantity affect the quote. Screens or moulds can add setup costs.
What artwork files and sample details do you need?
Send vector artwork where available, or a high-resolution image at the intended print size. Include colour references and measured placement. A close-up finish reference is useful for textured prints.