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Direct screen printing.
If you want a print that feels great and lasts forever, direct screen print is the way to go. Real ink, pulled through a screen and cured into the shirt, the way we've printed every Cape Coral Bike Night tee. A craft most shops have traded for transfers. We haven't.
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(239) 461-7245
12Pieces per color minimum
6Ink colors max
5–7Business days · rush available
1989Printing in Fort Myers
Our signature work
Known for Cape Coral Bike Night
Riders across Southwest Florida know our Cape Coral Bike Night shirts. Every one is direct screen printed in our shop, with distressed type, fine chrome detail and metallic-tone accents laid down one screen at a time. It's the kind of shirt people keep wearing for years, and that's the point.
- Feels like part of the shirtSoft ink cured into the fabric, not a stiff patch of film on top.
- Lasts for yearsHolds its color and detail wash after wash. No peeling edges.
- Fine detail, bold colorDistressed textures, thin lines and opaque color on dark shirts.
- A lost art, done rightPrinted by hand in Fort Myers since 1989.
What it costs
Screen printing from $1.56 a print
Decoration only · Garment not included
12–23 pieces$3.13per print, 1 color
24–47 pieces$2.50per print, 1 color
48–95 pieces$2.19per print, 1 color
144+ pieces$1.56per print, 1 color
Prices are per print, per location, and do not include the cost of the garment. Garments are priced separately based on the style you choose. White ink on dark garments counts as an extra color. 5 and 6 color prints start at 48 pieces.
Front or first location
| Pieces | 1 color | 2 colors | 3 colors | 4 colors | 5 colors | 6 colors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12–23 | $3.13 | $4.69 | $6.25 | $6.88 | — | — |
| 24–47 | $2.50 | $3.44 | $4.38 | $5.00 | — | — |
| 48–95 | $2.19 | $2.50 | $2.81 | $3.75 | $4.69 | $5.63 |
| 96–143 | $1.88 | $2.19 | $2.81 | $3.44 | $4.06 | $4.69 |
| 144–287 | $1.56 | $2.19 | $2.50 | $3.13 | $3.75 | $4.38 |
| 288+ | $1.56 | $1.88 | $2.19 | $2.50 | $3.13 | $3.44 |
Each additional location
| Pieces | 1 color | 2 colors | 3 colors | 4 colors | 5 colors | 6 colors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24–143 | $1.56 | $1.88 | $2.19 | $2.50 | $3.13 | $3.44 |
| 144–287 | $0.94 | $1.25 | $1.56 | $1.88 | $2.19 | $2.50 |
| 288+ | $0.63 | $0.94 | $1.25 | $1.56 | $1.56 | $1.88 |
Screens$20 per color
Flash$0.25 per flash
Art$35 per hour
How it works
Ink pushed through a screen, one color at a time
Screen printing is the original way to decorate shirts, and still the best. It takes real skill, which is why so many shops have switched to faster transfer methods. But nothing else matches how a direct screen print feels or how long it lasts, and it's the best value once you're printing a dozen or more. We burn your design onto a fine mesh screen, one screen for every ink color. On the press, ink is pulled across the screen with a squeegee and lands on the shirt only where the design is open. Each color gets its own screen and its own pass.
We print with plastisol ink, which sits on top of the fabric instead of soaking in. That's what gives screen prints their bright, opaque color, even on dark shirts, and lets us hold intricate detail and fine lines. After printing, every shirt runs through a dryer that cures the ink so it lasts for the life of the garment.
Why it feels and lasts better
A transfer is a layer of film glued onto the shirt. A direct screen print is ink laid straight into the fabric and heat-cured, so it moves and breathes with the shirt instead of sitting on top of it. That's why a good screen print still looks right after years of washing, long after a transfer has started to crack or peel at the edges.
What affects the price
Screen print pricing comes down to three things: how many pieces, what garment, and how many ink colors. Every color needs its own screen and setup, so a 1-color logo costs less than a 6-color design, and the price per shirt drops as quantity goes up.
Eco-friendly option: printing on organic cotton, bamboo or hemp? We also offer water-based and more natural ink alternatives on request.
Have fewer than 12 pieces, or a full-color photo-style design? DTF transfers are usually the better choice, and we'll tell you so.
The details
- Ink
- Plastisol, cured for wash-after-wash durability. Water-based inks on request.
- Colors
- 1 to 6 ink colors per location
- Minimum
- Generally 12 pieces per ink color
- Turnaround
- About 5–7 business days after art approval and garment arrival. Rush service available when you need it sooner.
- Garments
- Cotton, blends, Dri-Fit, SPF 50 performance, short and long sleeve, hoodies
- Pricing
- From $1.56 per print at 144+ pieces, 1 color. Garment not included.
- Artwork
- Free art help. Vector files or fonts converted to outlines work best.
What we print
Shirts that work as hard as Florida does
Contractor & crew shirts
Safety colors, long sleeves and SPF 50 shirts for roofers, landscapers, HVAC and construction crews.
Team & organization apparel
Spirit wear, booster clubs, youth leagues and club shirts for schools and organizations.
Event & fundraiser tees
Festivals, 5Ks, cook-offs and charity events, with fast turnaround for your date.
Promotional giveaways
Shirts your customers actually wear, turning them into walking billboards.
Wholesale & contract printing
Trade-only contract pricing for promo distributors, designers and shops.
Get the best result
Three tips for a great print
Keep colors purposeful
Every ink color adds a screen. A strong 2–3 color design often looks better and costs less than a 6-color one.
Send vector art
An .ai, .eps, .pdf or .svg file prints sharpest. Convert fonts to outlines. Low-res images? We can help redraw them.
Order 12 or more
Screen printing gets cheaper per shirt as quantity grows. Ordering everyone at once saves on setup.
Compare methods
Is Screen printing right for you?
Not sure? Tell us the quantity, garment and artwork and we'll recommend the best fit.
| Method | Minimum | Artwork | Look & feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen printing | 12+ per ink color | 1–6 solid ink colors | Soft, durable ink on the surface | Teams, events, uniforms, bulk |
| Embroidery | Usually 12+ | Logos and lettering in thread | Stitched, raised, premium | Polos, hats, jackets, workwear |
| Dye sublimation | 6+ | Unlimited full color | No feel at all, dyed into the fabric | Sun shirts, performance wear |
| DTF & vinyl | Small runs | Full color (DTF) or solid (vinyl) | Smooth transfer on top | Small orders, names & numbers |
Common questions
Screen printing FAQ
What is the minimum order for screen printing?
Our standard minimum is generally 12 pieces per ink color. For smaller quantities we'll recommend DTF or another method.
How long does screen printing take?
Most standard orders are done in about 5–7 business days after artwork approval and garment arrival. Need it sooner? Rush service is available.
How is screen printing priced?
By the number of pieces, the garment style and the number of ink colors. More pieces and fewer colors mean a lower price per shirt.
Can you help with my artwork?
Yes. We provide professional art preparation and design help. For best results, convert fonts to outlines or curves before sending.
Do you print on performance shirts?
Yes. We print on Dri-Fit, SPF 50 performance shirts, long sleeves and hoodies, as well as cotton and blends.
Do you print on organic or eco-friendly shirts?
Yes, on request. We can screen print organic cotton, bamboo and hemp apparel with water-based or more natural ink alternatives. Just mention it when you request a quote.
Will the print crack or fade?
Plastisol prints are cured in a dryer so they last the life of the garment. Wash inside out in cold water and skip the hot dryer to keep them looking new.
Ready when you are
Let's print your shirts.
Send your logo, quantity and date. We'll come back with pricing and a proof, usually within one business day.
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