Customer Supplied: Can I Supply My Own Garments to Print On?

Solution

Not usually, we like to supply the garment as we know what the result will be when it's printed.

We DON'T accept customer supplied if you are a reseller. Our reseller services are strictly garment and print pricing together.

We don't accept item amounts under 25 pieces.

If your order is substantial and we know the brand, you can under the following conditions.

10 Things You Must Know Before Supplying T-Shirts

Minimum order amount that can be supplied is 25 Pces
We reserve the right to refuse to accept supplied garments based on brand and fabric content
We charge a premium on the printing for customer supplied garments
Not all garments are suitable for printing - we don't guarantee the outcome
The differences in printing methods will have different effects on different garments.
There is no guarantee in regard to wash fastness and garment quality.
You will need to check the garments for faults before printing, as we do not QC customer supplied t shirts.
Printing of your garments are at your risk - we take not responsibility for your property, while in transit or on-site
While every care is taken, if we make a mistake while printing your t-shirts, we do not compensate you for the loss.
Finally, you will have to pay the shipping costs to get the t-shirts to one of our warehouses (sometimes interstate).

If we supply the garments we guarantee our products and printing - Including all the points mentioned above.

Minimum 25 - Costs to Bring Your Own Shirts

Why Use Us For Print and Supply?

This article is a comprehensive guide to understanding the possible problems and issues with regards to supplying your own t-shirts. And to bring to your attention the possible benefits of using us as the supplier of garments.

We will listed the various important points that you must understand before you go purchasing your own t-shirts.

Sourcing your garments from places like Lowes, Kmart Target etc, does not always mean you will be getting the best price overall and that we will accept these garments. Please consider the following points before you spend your precious time running off to purchase your own garments.

Other Things You Need To Do/Tell Us Before Ordering

If your garments are individually bagged, then an un-bagging fee will apply.
Additional charges will also apply if we have to unfold individual shirts, or remove individual stickers.
You must supply the garments as a total order, not in multiple shipments.
All boxes sent to us need to be clearly marked, who sent them and an order number.
Sort the garments according to each size, in size bundles of up to 10 garments.
Ensure a written tallied size count is included.
If you are ordering these garments from a garment supplier, they should already taking these steps above. If you need to order from a retailer like Big W, etc, have all garments sent to you first and ensure entire order is sorted as per above.

DTG Digital Printing

DTG Digital Printing is the latest in Customised T-Shirt Printing. The following is the guide to choosing the right t-shirts for this print method.

We only work with known products. We don't risk working with items, where we do not know the print outcome.

The garment must be a brand we work with regularly.
Garments must be 100% cotton.
White garments only if they contain cotton and polyester. Example 80% cotton/20% poly blends.
100% polyester t-shirts will not be accepted.

Digital Transfers

Digital transfers and CAD Cut Transfers are used for small quantities and when the content of the garment is not 100% cotton, or garments with 1x1 rib weave.

Garments that are 100% Polyester.
Garments that are Cotton/ Polyester Blends.
Stretchy fabrics like Lycra and spandex.

Screen Printing

Screen-Printing is the oldest method for customising t-shirts. The following is a guide to choosing the right t-shirts for this method of printing.

We recommend using T-shirts that are 100% cotton - or with high cotton content.
Other blends can be printed. These may incur a higher printing price as different inks and curing process are required.
There are no restrictions with colours with this method.

In conclusion, there a lot of benefits to having TSPA supply your promotional garments. If you have a special request or are looking for something in particular.

Please contact us. We have access to lots of garment suppliers in Australia. Maybe we can help you.

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