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West Warwick, RI
Custom Screen Printing in Rhode Island
Custom screen-printed T-shirts, sweatshirts and apparel for businesses, events, organizations and teams. Orders start at 24 pieces, with a proof provided before production and most orders completed within two weeks of approval.
24-piece minimum · Digital proof included · Local pickup or shipping · Serving RI and Southern Massachusetts
Start With the Right Garment
A quick starting point for bulk custom T-shirts and apparel — pick a garment type below, then customize it with your logo or design in the shop.
Best-Value T-Shirt
Best for high-volume runs where price per shirt matters most — event giveaways, large staff orders and fundraisers.
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Hi-Vis Performance Tee
Best for road crews, utility teams and job sites that need visibility — a lightweight, moisture-wicking ANSI 107 Class 2 fabric that holds up in the heat.
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Carhartt Workwear Tee
Best for job sites, uniforms and crews that need a trusted, heavyweight Carhartt shirt built to hold up to daily wear and repeated washing.
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Crewneck Sweatshirt
Best for cooler-weather events, staff apparel and merchandise that gets worn well beyond the event itself.
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Pullover Hoodie
Best for a bold full-back design, colder-season events and merchandise people actually want to wear again.
Customize ThisNot Sure Which Shirt to Choose?
Tell Stitch your quantity, budget, garment color and how the shirts will be used. It will narrow thousands of products down to the best options for your order — with screen printing already locked in as your decoration method.
"I need 50 black shirts for a construction company."
"Find me 100 soft event T-shirts under $1,200."
"I need heavyweight work shirts that won't shrink."
"Find comfortable shirts for restaurant employees."
Screen Printing We've Produced
Real jobs, run in our East Providence shop — not stock photos. See more in our full project gallery.
Front Print · Dark Garment + Underbase
"Peace. Love. Goldens!" Tee
Multi-color front design on a navy T-shirt, printed with a white ink underbase so the colors stay bright on dark fabric.
Crewneck Sweatshirt
"Mental Health Matters" Crewneck
A single-color script design on a sage green crewneck sweatshirt for a Rhode Island small business.
Full-Back Print · Hoodie
"RI Cruisin' / Cocktails" Hoodie
A circular design printed edge-to-edge across the back panel of an olive green pullover hoodie.
Event Shirt · Restaurant
All Seasons Café Event Tee
A screen-printed ice cream cone graphic and café name on a tie-dye tee — a colorful run for a local restaurant.
Full-Back Print · Single Color
"Department of Quality" Team Tee
A detailed full-back design — flag, badge icons and lettering — printed in white ink on a heather navy tee for a local manufacturing team.
Racerback Tank · Front Print
West Fountain Run Club Tank
A bold single-color front design on a neon racerback tank — a fun run for a local run club.
When Screen Printing Is the Best Choice
Screen printing is usually the best choice when:
- You need 24 or more pieces
- The same design will be printed on every garment
- Your artwork has a limited number of colors
- You want a bold front, back or sleeve design
- You need durable apparel for employees, events or merchandise
When We May Recommend Something Else
For fewer than 24 pieces, highly detailed full-color artwork, or individual names and numbers, a heat-applied transfer may be more economical. Tell us what you need and we'll recommend the method that produces the best result — not automatically the most expensive one.
What Determines Screen Printing Cost?
Short answer: screen printing cost depends on the garment, quantity, ink colors, print locations, garment color and artwork condition — not a single flat rate. Request a quote for an exact number based on your order.
| Cost Factor | Effect |
|---|---|
| Garment selected | Premium and heavyweight garments cost more |
| Quantity | Larger orders usually cost less per piece |
| Ink colors | Every color requires a separate screen |
| Print locations | Front, back and sleeves are priced separately |
| Garment color | Dark garments may require an underbase |
| Artwork condition | Artwork cleanup or recreation may add cost |
A Few Example Order Profiles
These are example order shapes, not quotes — the exact price depends on the factors above. Tell us your details and we'll send a straight number.
24 One-Color Employee Shirts
A single-location, single-color logo on a standard tee run — the minimum order for screen printing.
50 Two-Color Event Shirts
A front design in two ink colors, sized for a mid-size event or team run.
100 One-Color Promotional Shirts
A larger single-color run where price per shirt drops as quantity goes up.
Screen Printing vs. Other Decoration Methods
| Method | Best For | Typical Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Printing | Bold, repeated designs and larger orders | 24+ |
| Heat Transfer / DTF | Full-color artwork and smaller runs | Depends on order |
| Embroidery | Polos, hats, jackets and professional logos | 6+ |
Rhode Island's Local Apparel Decoration Shop Since 1986
We're a family-owned screen printing and embroidery company based in East Providence — a local screen-printing company serving businesses, teams and organizations across Rhode Island and into Southern Massachusetts.
375 Waterman Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
East Providence, RI 02914
Mon–Thu 10am–4pm · Fri 10am–1pm
Local pickup at our East Providence shop, or shipping anywhere in New England
What Clients Say
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"Quality products, awesome pricing. Our team has ordered three times and will keep coming back."
Royal Master Carpet
Warwick, RI
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"Wonderful! Matt and his team were great with the details. Our company merchandise turned out beautifully!"
Christine Capozzi
East Providence, RI
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does screen printing cost in Rhode Island?
Cost depends on the garment, quantity, ink colors and print locations — there's no single flat rate. See the cost factors above, or request a quote for an exact number based on your order.
What is the minimum order for screen printing?
24 pieces per design placement per run. That minimum keeps screen setup costs reasonable for both sides — see our full breakdown of why, and what to order instead for smaller runs.
How long does custom screen printing take?
Most screen printing orders are completed within two weeks of proof approval. Rush production may be available — call to check.
Is screen printing durable?
Yes — properly cured screen-printed ink bonds to the fabric and holds up to regular washing. Turning shirts inside out and avoiding high heat when washing or drying extends the print's life.
Can you screen print on dark shirts?
Yes — we print a white or light-colored ink underbase beneath the design so colors stay vibrant on navy, black and other dark garments.
What shirts are best for screen printing?
Smooth, flat-weave cotton or cotton/poly-blend tees give the cleanest, most vibrant results. Heavily textured fabrics can cause ink to sit unevenly, so we'll flag it if a garment isn't a great fit.
Is screen printing better than DTF?
It depends on the order — screen printing is usually more cost-effective for larger runs of a repeated design, while DTF/heat transfer suits smaller runs or highly detailed full-color artwork. We'll recommend whichever method fits your order best.
Is screen printing cheaper than embroidery?
For large quantities of a bold, simple design, screen printing is usually less expensive than embroidery. For polos, hats and smaller orders, embroidery is often the better value — see our decoration method guide for a full comparison.
Can I mix shirt sizes and garment colors?
Yes — most orders mix sizes freely, and many designs work across multiple garment colors as long as the ink colors are chosen to still show up well.
Can you print on the front, back and sleeves?
Yes — front, back and sleeve placements are all available. Each print location is priced separately since it requires its own screen setup and pass.
What artwork format do you need?
Vector files (.AI, .EPS or vector PDF) work best for clean color separation. We can also work from a PNG or JPG and rebuild the artwork if needed.
Do you offer rush screen printing?
Rush production may be available depending on our current schedule — call 401-434-9224 to check availability for your timeline.
Can I pick up my order in Rhode Island?
Yes — every order can be picked up at our East Providence shop, or we can ship it to you.
Do you ship to Massachusetts?
Yes — we ship anywhere in New England, including Southern Massachusetts, and regularly serve customers there.
Can I reorder the same design later?
Yes — we keep your artwork and screens on file, so reordering the same design later is usually faster and simpler than the first run.
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