Our In-House Screen Printing Process

The EDG studio techs like to keep every variable under their control — it’s why we bought our own machines and developed a transparent process for order fulfillment.
EDG’s

Six Step Screen Printing Process

1. Art Submission

The first step is to send us your desired art as a high-resolution vector file. Should you have any questions or encounter any issues in doing so, our printing pros will be available and happy to assist.

2. Proof Approval

As soon as we have the design file, our team will get to work digitizing your art! We aim to provide you with a proof within 24-48 hours.
Once the digital proof meets with your liking, you can give us the green light to move into the acquisition phase.

3. Product Acquisition

With your approval on the digital proof, we’re off to the races! Now, it’s time to lock down the specific material(s) upon which we will print your art.

You are welcome to provide your own materials, however, we prefer to source the materials ourselves when it comes to screen printing. This is because (a) certain fabrics and merchandise are unsuitable for printing, (b) we know what we’re looking for, and (c) leveraging our vendor relationships tends to lead to a better final product for the customer.

If you would still like to provide your own goods for any reason though, this is perfectly fine. In such a case, our studio techs will inspect the provided items you bring in to ensure they are conducive to a high-quality final product (polyesters are often a safe bet).

4. Finalization

By this point, you will have a clear sense of how your t-shirt, jacket, or other item is going to turn out. While any desired edits should already be submitted and in place, it’s still wise to double check that any remaining questions and/or specification considerations have been communicated and adequately addressed prior to production.

5. Production

As production begins, our techs begin working from your approved proof. They use the special equipment our studio owns to cure all of the required inks at 350 degrees and run them through a furnace so they can dry.

6. Delivery

All told, custom screen print deliveries take 2-3 weeks. However, we do offer an expedited delivery option should you need your items more quickly.

Close-up of a person using a squeegee for screen printing on a black t-shirt.
A person holding a hanger with a green embroidered shirt, featuring colorful designs on the chest and collar.
Two t-shirts, one beige and one yellow, with small printed designs and custom text on each.
Testimonials

Kind Words About Us

Nice people and very helpful and professional. Helped me get a project done from scratch.

John M.

Nice people to do business with!

Fernando M.

Any and everything you can think of can be done here. Wonderful staff, reasonable pricing.

Nicolette L.

I have been so happy with EDG for over 25 years. The quality is consistent and the people who work there are awesome!

BJ Fracasso S.

As Chief Meatloaf Maker and Owner of The Meatloaf Bakery in Chicago, I’m thrilled with the work the EDG team does for us! From embroidering our intricate and colorful logo on our aprons, chef coats, visors, and caps to screen printing our t-shirts, their work is outstanding!

Cynthia K.

They are so patient and kind! The work is impeccable and they are honest about what they can and can’t do.

Jennifer E.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Artwork via email is best. For embroidery, we require digital artwork (typically .PNG, .JPG, and .JIF). When working with print (screen print or promotional items), it’s best to use vector artwork (artwork that can be scaled to any size). File types are usually .AI, .SVG, or .EPS.

Quality takes time, but we get it — sometimes two weeks is too long. That’s why our team provides a rush turnaround option for customers who need us to prioritize their project in order to expedite delivery.

We sure do! After three and a half decades in the business, we have access to just about every supplier in the industry. Let us know what you need, and we’ll make it happen.

Nope! No project is too small. Moreover, since everything we do is by custom order, your small project will benefit from the same artisanal craftsmanship and state-of-the-art production equipment as each of our larger projects.

Most screen printing shops do not own their own equipment. This may mean that they outsource parts of your project, take longer to deliver, use multiple locations, offer less flexibility on customizations, bring less expertise/familiarity to whatever equipment they do use, and/or charge you more to offset the cost of these shortcomings.


At EDG, we own top-of-the-line equipment and — this part is equally crucial — we staff some of the best industry experts around to operate it. Our team members understand how materials react and how different items will fit on our machines. This allows us to consistently turn out the best workmanship available anywhere in the country.


When your order comes in, our team will manage it in a single location from start to finish. This way, we can efficiently implement order fulfillment programs, develop private label programs, provide custom packaging and ship your goods to any location you choose.


We know you have options when choosing a screen printing shop. Our recommendation is to do your research. Browse past work, consider reviews, and remember that every shop will handle your project in a slightly different way.