CHOOSING YOUR BLANK
How to choose plain T-shirts for printing
Start with the garment, then match it to the process. Fabric, fit and colour matter as much as the design you put on top.
Read the composition first
Check the exact colour and size specification. A style can use different blends in heather, marl or contrast colours. Cotton, cotton blends and polyester each behave differently under heat and ink. The fabric name alone does not guarantee compatibility.
Compare fabric weight with the end use
GSM describes the fabric weight per square metre. A lower number can suit a lightweight everyday tee; a heavier fabric can give a more substantial feel. Fit, knit, construction and finish still affect how the garment wears. Compare samples rather than choosing by GSM alone.
Choose a fit before building your size range
Look for the supplier’s fit description and the selected size guide. “To fit” body measurements are different from garment measurements. Order samples in your core sizes, measure them consistently and review the fit on the people you want to serve.
Look at the print surface and label
Check the supplier’s feature list for surface details, side seams and labels. A tear-out label can help with a branding project, but other care, fibre or compliance labels may remain. Plan your design area around seams and construction.
Make one sample earn its keep
Test a sample with your chosen process, then follow the care label and decoration instructions to wash-test it. Check adhesion, feel, colour and shape. Keep a note of the garment code, colour, size and process settings so you can repeat the result.
Find your starting point.
Compare garment photographs, fabric, weight and label details in the catalogue. Choose the exact colour and size for your sample.
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