FAQs

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Most people are familiar with the idea of screen printing. We’ve all got a collection of branded t-shirts, sweatshirts, and a variety of other apparel that’s been screen printed, so the concept in and of itself is not news. However, when the time comes that you need your own apparel screen printed, there are certain factors you’ll want to learn more about so you can make an informed decision about your printer and the supplies they use.

  • What’s the deal with the ink?

    Our screen printing is done with high-quality plastisol inks. This is the industry standard due to its professional, glossy finish and versatile fabric compatibility. Our process, combined with the quality of our ink, creates a long-lasting decoration that can withstand countless wears and washes.

  • What are your artwork requirements?

    At Out of the Blue, we use vector artwork that is often created in Adobe Illustrator. The formats for vector artwork files are: .ai, .eps, and .pdf.


    Don’t have a vector file? Don’t panic. Our screen printing team is here to help you through every step of your project. We can help you identify the right file format and even recreate your file as a vector so that the quality of your finished project isn’t compromised.

  • How long will my project take?

    Each project is unique, however we are proud to offer a standard turn-around time of a maximum of 15 business days to have your project in hand once we’ve finalized your artwork. Depending on the specific needs of your project, this may vary. Need an order sooner than 15 days? No sweat – we offer rush pricing. 

  • What if something goes wrong?

    We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of quality. However, just like anything in manufacturing, errors can occur. If we ever have a misprint or a defective garment, we immediately get in touch with you because we believe in transparency and sincerity. You’ll never have to worry about your project since we keep the lines of communication open every step of the way.

  • Can I supply my own garments?

    We require a minimum of 288 pieces for client-supplied garment projects. We also require that items are drop-shipped directly from the manufacturer or wholesaler. One of our Project Leads can help you determine whether your CSG garments fit the necessary criteria.


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  • How much does a project cost?

    The very nature of custom screen printing lends itself to a wide variety of variables that will affect the price of your project. Here are the questions we ask everyone:

    • What apparel do you want? 
    • How many pieces do you need?
    • What is your project deadline?
    • What is your artwork design?
    • How many colors is your design?

    With this information, we can give you an accurate quote. 

  • How do I choose my embroidery thread colors?

    Colors can look drastically different depending on the computer monitor used to view the design. We ask that clients choose their Isacord thread colors from our guide below.


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  • How do I choose my screen printing ink colors?

    Colors can look drastically different depending on the computer monitor used to view the design. Screen printing uses Pantone colors. Pantone (PMS) colors are regulated, which ensures the exact color of your screen print. We offer our standard Pantone colors, free of charge. See below for this list of colors.


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    We can also match your custom PMS colors at $35 per color. 

  • Do you offer specialty ink colors?

    We can print using metallic, glow-in-the dark, and glitter inks, but we don’t keep them in stock. These specialty inks will have an additional cost. 

  • How large can my design be?

    Our maximum print dimensions are 14” x 16” tall. However, maximum print dimensions are dependent on garment style and size. See below for traditional screen printing locations and dimensions.


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  • Do you accept rush orders?

    We can take on rush orders for screen printing, embroidery, and promotional products depending on our current production schedule. Additional rush charges are dependent on project turnaround time. 

  • What is your minimum order size?

    Our minimum order is 48 pieces per design. We can facilitate smaller orders if they will meet our $1,000 order minimum.

Still have questions? Call us at 303.339.0916 and have your questions answered! 

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