We accept .PDF, .EPS, .AI, .PSD and image files (only 300dpi + at actual print size). It is preferred if your artwork consists of vectors as it will print out more detailed, crisp and easier to edit if we must. Don't forget to create outlines for all of your fonts as well as strokes.
Pixel images (otherwise known as raster) are usually in .GIF, .JPG, .PNG and .BMP file format. We do accept pixel images however they've got to be saved at the highest quality and at 300dpi+ (standard output size) at actual print size. The size is usually found in document settings in most image editing programs. Vectors are usually worked on in Illustrator or Photoshop using the pen/brush/shape tool and are usually saved as .PDF, .EPS, .AI and .PSD files. For vector files, please ensure all your text and strokes are outlined!! Please see below. If you send us a .PSD file it's preferred that the artwork be saved as a smart object.
Our graphic design team will always go through your artwork to ensure the quality is good enough to be printed, so you'll be hearing from us should we encounter any problems!
Creating outlines for text is extremely handy especially if you are using a font that you have found online and downloaded. If we do not have a font that you have used, the program will find a replacement font that is 'similar' which more often than not isn't even close. When the outlines have been made it is much easier for us to scale/edit your artwork without losing any information. Do this also if you have stroked your text! Alternatively, you can send the font file along with your artwork.
Creating outlines for strokes would be handy particularly if you have made an illustration out of various shapes or lines using the pen/brush tool. The width of a stroke does not scale up or down along with the artwork, so that's why it's important to create outlines.
Does your screen print garment require some colour? If so, we use the Pantone Matching System (PMS) to achieve accurate results. Use this to help you decide on your colour schemes. Please provide the PMS value when you're giving us all that is required, otherwise we will use what is provided in your artwork(s).
Pantone is known worldwide as the standard language for colour communication from designer to manufacturer to retailer to customer. If you are looking at colour books on Adobe programs we use PANTONE + Solid Coated.