[compro]

hey everyone! this is my first time doing t-shirt printing/selling, but i do have graphic design experience!

I need help understanding everything.

My Questions:

What is the best site for custom printing?
(i want to produce products like "urban outfitters")

-If the site allows, what is the best quality shirt to print on?
(Alstyle , Gildan, Hanes, etc...)

What is screen printing exactly, i see it everywhere!

Any beginner tips?

-Thanks!

 

[mobboss]

Etsy for selling or craigslist or Facebook.

Screenprint a little google search should do the trick.

Gildan cheap shirt or Hanes Nano is really what we have shifted to.

 

[kimura-mma]

What is the best site for custom printing?
(i want to produce products like "urban outfitters")

If you are looking to create and sell retail quality goods, you should search for a local screen print shop in your area. Most custom printing sites are built for retail sale. You want to get wholesale pricing so you can mark up the goods and re-sale.

If the site allows, what is the best quality shirt to print on?
(Alstyle , Gildan, Hanes, etc...)

They are all good quality to print on. Choosing the best is up to you. If you are creating a "brand," you should open wholesale accounts with third party distributors and order some samples to see which fits your target market the best.

What is screen printing exactly, i see it everywhere!

It is a popular print method for decorating t-shirts and other apparel. Rather than explain it here, use the search feature to learn more about screen printing. You will find so much more valuable info than I would be able to provide.

Here are two links to get you started:
http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t37985.html
http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t48532.html