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Printed t-shirts have become a staple in our wardrobes, but have you ever wondered why they often come with a hefty price tag? Let’s dive into the reasons behind the cost of printed t-shirts in a concise manner.
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Design and Preparation Costs:
- Hiring a graphic designer to create a unique logo for your band’s t-shirt.
- Commissioning an artist to design a one-of-a-kind graphic for your brand’s merchandise.
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Printing Techniques:
- Opting for screen printing for a bulk order of team uniforms, where each color requires a separate screen.
- Choosing digital printing for a limited-edition t-shirt featuring a complex, detailed artwork.
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T-Shirt Quality:
- Selecting premium, organic cotton t-shirts known for their softness and comfort.
- Going for a heavyweight t-shirt that offers durability and a premium feel.
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Quantity Matters:
- Ordering 1000 t-shirts for a music festival, which reduces the cost per t-shirt significantly.
- Ordering only 100 t-shirts for a small family reunion, making each t-shirt more expensive.
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Color Complexity:
- Printing a t-shirt with a colorful, intricate mandala design that requires precise color registration.
- Creating a shirt featuring a photorealistic image with a wide range of colors.
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Customization:
- Requesting custom embroidery of individual names on the sleeves of team jerseys.
- Adding personalized tags with your company’s logo and website URL to each t-shirt.
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Transportation and Packaging:
- Shipping a bulk order of t-shirts from a manufacturer in a different country to the printing facility.
- Ensuring each t-shirt is individually packaged in a custom-printed box with care instructions.