Screen Printing

N.O.C. / Screen Printing in Jacksonville, Florida

One design.
A whole group behind it.

Screen printing applies ink through a prepared mesh screen onto a garment. It is a method to consider when the same artwork will be repeated across a group order.

Staff shirts, spirit wear, event apparel, and branded merchandise can all start here. N.O.C.'s screen-printing minimum is 24 pieces.

24-piece minimum for screen printing. Need fewer pieces? Embroidery and DTF have no minimum. We can discuss whether either method suits the project.

Where screen printing fits.

Screen printing is often a useful option for clear, repeatable designs on compatible shirts and other apparel. The screen setup is shared across the order, so quantity, colors, and print locations all matter.

  • Businesses and brands: repeated staff shirt designs, promotional apparel, merchandise, and event shirts.
  • Schools and teams: school spirit wear, club shirts, team and supporter apparel, and fundraiser designs.
  • Personal and group events: reunion shirts, celebrations, and group projects meeting the 24-piece minimum.

These are application ideas, not a ready-to-order catalog or a promise that every garment can be printed. Fabric, garment color, seams, print size, and artwork affect suitability. Share individual names or numbers early, because changing information across pieces needs a separate production discussion.

Understanding the process

From design to printed apparel.

  1. Review artwork, colors, and placement. The design is evaluated at its intended print size, with the garment and decoration areas in mind.
  2. Prepare the artwork for screens. Artwork is separated into the print elements needed for production. In a typical spot-color design, each ink color uses a separate screen; artwork and garment color can require additional preparation.
  3. Create the stencil and align the screens. Each prepared mesh screen allows ink through the design area while blocking it elsewhere. Alignment keeps the design elements in the intended position.
  4. Print the garments. Ink is pushed through the screen onto the fabric. Multi-color work is built in the planned sequence.
  5. Cure and check. The ink is cured according to the ink and garment requirements, then the print and placement are checked.

This is an explanation of the screen-printing method. Exact equipment, ink system, color preparation, and production settings depend on the job and are not universal promises.

What to consider before choosing it.

  • Quantity: N.O.C. requires at least 24 pieces for screen printing. Share the actual design and garment mix so the order can be reviewed.
  • Design colors and print locations: additional colors or locations can add preparation and production work. A simple one-location design and a multi-color front-and-back project are different jobs.
  • Garment and fabric: the same ink and process do not suit every fabric. Garment color can also change the production approach.
  • Artwork style: bold graphics and readable lettering are good starting points. Gradients, fine detail, and photographic artwork need individual review.
  • Print size and feel: a large filled graphic covers more fabric than a small mark. Discuss the finish you want instead of choosing from a digital image alone.

There is no single lowest-cost method for every order. Ask for a project-specific quote rather than assuming screen printing or DTF will always be cheaper.

Prepare your inquiry.

Share your original artwork, quantity, garment ideas and colors, preferred print locations, approximate design size, and needed date. Original vector artwork can make preparation easier. If you only have a photo or small image, send it for review rather than enlarging it and assuming it is print-ready.

Brand colors should be discussed during preparation. A phone or computer display is not a guarantee of the final ink appearance on fabric. If the design is not finished, N.O.C. can discuss design services and creative help.

Care after printing.

Follow the garment label and instructions supplied with the order. Turning compatible garments inside out and avoiding direct ironing over the print can help reduce unnecessary wear. Washing and drying instructions should match the actual fabric and ink system.

Before you order.

Can I screen print fewer than 24 pieces?

N.O.C.'s screen-printing minimum is 24 pieces. Embroidery and DTF have no minimum, and either may be worth discussing for a smaller order depending on the artwork and garment.

Can different garment colors or sizes be included?

Share the full size and color mix in your inquiry. Whether the same production setup can be used depends on the design, print size, garments, and decoration requirements. The quote confirms the actual order, not a blanket rule for every mix.

Is screen printing better than DTF?

Neither method is best for every project. Repeated artwork, quantity, colors, fabric, and desired finish guide the decision. Learn how DTF works or compare the services.

What are the payment terms and production time?

Orders start with a 50 percent deposit, and the balance is due at completion. Standard production runs 7 to 10 business days once the quote, 50 percent deposit, and artwork are approved. Timing is confirmed before production begins. Artwork preparation, approvals, and any shipping are separate considerations.

Find your project starting point.

Your vision. Our craft.

Put your group’s idea in print.

Send the design idea, approximate quantity, and target date. We can discuss a suitable production approach before you commit.

Start a screen-printing inquiry

An inquiry is not a confirmed order. The 24-piece minimum applies to screen printing.