Preparing artwork for garment screen printing

Help your printing team assess colours, dimensions, placement and the intended appearance before sampling.

Send the final artwork and a placement reference

A screenshot can communicate direction, but it may not provide the production artwork required for the job. Share the best available source file and state the intended print size. Show the position on a garment reference and identify the sample size. Ask the printer to confirm file requirements before development starts.

Describe the result you want to wear

Tell the team whether the priority is a particular visual effect, a softer feel or a specific graphic treatment. The process should be assessed against the garment and artwork together. Crews Textiles lists water-based, plastisol, discharge and specialty inks among its printing capabilities; the suitable route should be confirmed for the actual fabric and design.

Approve a representative sample

Review the printed result at the intended scale on the intended material. Check the relationship between the graphic, garment colour and placement. Keep the approved file name and sample reference together. If the artwork is revised after approval, make the replacement explicit so the factory can assess whether another sample is needed.

Buyer checklist

• Production artwork rather than a screenshot alone
• Print width and height
• Garment colour and material reference
• Placement relative to garment measurements
• Approved artwork version and sample

From preparation to production

Use this checklist as a conversation guide, then confirm the final requirements for your own garment. Keep material references, artwork and sample comments attached to the same order. Product development works best when the team can identify what has been approved, what remains open and who is responsible for the next decision.

Continue planning your collection

• Preparing a garment design for embroidery
• Size charts and grading: preparing a clearer apparel brief
• Explore garment manufacturing in Pakistan

Talk through your next project

Send your tech pack or reference images, product type, estimated quantity, sizes, destination and target delivery date. Crews Textiles will help define the production route. Email bilal@2000crews.com to discuss services and manufacturing.