CUSTOM PRINTING QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Questions about custom shirts, DTF printing, pricing and rush orders? Start here.
This page answers common questions customers ask Joe's Unique Creations before ordering custom T-shirts, hoodies, DTF transfers, sublimation products, stickers, labels and promotional items in Glenside and the surrounding Montgomery County area.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
66 answers about ordering from Joe's Unique Creations.
Use these answers to plan your order. For a job-specific answer, send your quantity, sizes, artwork and deadline through the Quick Quote form.
What does Joe's Unique Creations do?
Joe's Unique Creations is a Glenside, Pennsylvania custom printing business specializing in custom T-shirts and DTF printing. We also produce hoodies and apparel, ready-to-press DTF transfers, sublimation drinkware and gifts, promotional products, custom stickers and labels, signs, and other personalized items.
Where is Joe's Unique Creations located?
Joe's Unique Creations is located at 745 Edge Hill Road, Glenside, PA 19038.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Glenside and nearby communities throughout Montgomery County and the greater Philadelphia area, including Abington, Jenkintown, Cheltenham, Wyncote, Willow Grove, Elkins Park, Oreland, Fort Washington, Flourtown, Springfield Township, Erdenheim, Wyndmoor, Horsham, Ambler, Dresher, Hatboro, Blue Bell, Plymouth Meeting, Lafayette Hill, Conshohocken, North Wales, and Warminster.
How do I request a quote?
Use the Quick Quote form linked on our website and include your quantity, sizes, garment type, print locations, deadline, and artwork if you have it. You can also call 610-368-0865.
Do you offer same-day custom T-shirt printing?
Yes. Qualifying orders of 12 shirts or fewer submitted by 10:00 AM can be completed the same day when the needed garments are available and the artwork is ready and approved.
What can prevent a same-day order from being completed?
Same-day service depends on garment availability, print complexity, artwork readiness and approval, order quantity, and current production capacity. The fastest way to confirm is to submit a quote early in the day.
Can I get more than 12 shirts the same day?
The published same-day program is for qualifying orders of 12 shirts or fewer placed by 10:00 AM. Larger rush orders may be possible depending on the job and current workload, so contact us for availability.
What is DTF printing?
DTF stands for Direct-to-Film. The design is printed in full color onto transfer film, coated with adhesive powder, cured, and then heat pressed onto the garment. It works well for detailed logos, photos, gradients, and colorful artwork.
Why do you use DTF printing?
DTF is our primary apparel-printing method because it produces bright, detailed, durable full-color graphics and works on many common garment fabrics and colors.
What fabrics can DTF be printed on?
DTF can work on many cotton, polyester, and blended garments. The exact garment and fabric should be checked before production because heat tolerance and surface treatments can vary.
Can you print full-color photos on shirts?
Yes. DTF is well suited for full-color artwork, photographs, gradients, and detailed designs when the source image is high enough quality.
Can you print white ink on dark shirts?
Yes. DTF printing uses a white underbase so full-color designs can be applied to dark garments, including black shirts and hoodies.
Do you print on black shirts?
Yes. Black shirts are one of the most common garment colors we print.
Do you make custom hoodies?
Yes. We print custom hoodies and sweatshirts with front, back, and sleeve print options depending on the design and garment.
Do you sell ready-to-press DTF transfers?
Yes. We can print DTF transfers for customers who have their own heat press and want to apply the transfers themselves.
Can I bring my own shirts or hoodies?
Customer-supplied garments may be accepted depending on the material and job. Contact us before dropping them off so we can confirm they are suitable for the requested printing process.
Is customer-supplied apparel priced differently?
Yes. Customer-provided garments are handled differently from orders using garments supplied by Joe's Unique Creations because we must account for handling, garment suitability, and the risk involved in pressing customer-owned items.
What shirt brands do you normally use?
Standard Gildan cotton shirts are included in our normal base pricing. Premium garment brands or specialty styles can be quoted with an upcharge.
What sizes can I order?
We can quote common adult and youth sizes depending on garment availability. Include every size and quantity in your quote request so we can price the order accurately.
Do larger shirt sizes cost more?
Some extended sizes can cost more because blank garment prices increase by size. Your quote will show any applicable size upcharges.
Do you offer bulk pricing?
Yes. We offer quantity-based pricing for larger shirt and hoodie orders. Visit our pricing page or request a quote for the exact quantity and garment type.
What are your current T-shirt quantity prices?
Our posted standard T-shirt tiers are 1–9 shirts at $18 each, 10–19 at $16.50 each, 20–39 at $14.50 each, and 40 or more at $12.50 each, using standard included garments unless the job requires different apparel or printing.
What are your current hoodie quantity prices?
Our posted hoodie tiers are 1–9 at $45 each, 10–19 at $42 each, 20–39 at $35 each, and 40 or more at $25 each, subject to garment choice and job details.
Do you have a 12-shirt special?
Yes. Our current local special is 12 custom shirts for $150 with a front left-chest print and full back print, subject to the offer details shown on the website.
Can businesses order company shirts?
Yes. We print company logos and branded apparel for contractors, service companies, restaurants, shops, crews, events, and other local businesses.
Can you make uniforms or work shirts?
We can print branded shirts, hoodies, and similar work apparel for businesses. Tell us the garment style, quantity, logo placement, and any employee names or special requirements.
Can schools order shirts from you?
Yes. We print school shirts, spirit wear, event shirts, club shirts, staff apparel, and other school-related custom garments.
Can sports teams order shirts or hoodies?
Yes. We can produce team apparel, tournament shirts, fan shirts, names, numbers, and related custom designs.
Do you make memorial shirts?
Yes. We create personalized memorial and remembrance shirts using names, dates, photos, messages, and tribute artwork supplied or approved by the customer.
Do you make shirts for birthdays, family reunions, and events?
Yes. We regularly create custom apparel for birthdays, family events, reunions, parties, fundraisers, celebrations, and community events.
Can you help if I do not have finished artwork?
Yes. Send what you have—such as a logo, photo, sketch, wording, or idea—and we can review what is needed to make it print-ready. More involved design work may affect the quote.
What file types should I send for artwork?
High-resolution PNG files with transparent backgrounds are ideal for many DTF jobs. Vector files such as SVG, EPS, AI, or PDF can also be useful. High-resolution JPG files may work when transparency is not needed.
How high resolution should my artwork be?
For raster artwork, a clean high-resolution image at the intended print size is best. Small screenshots, social-media thumbnails, and heavily compressed images may print poorly or require cleanup.
Can you remove a background from my logo or image?
In many cases, yes. Background removal and basic artwork cleanup can be handled as part of preparing a design, depending on the image quality and complexity.
Will I approve the design before you print?
Artwork should be confirmed before production, especially when changes, sizing, placement, or custom design work are involved.
Can you print on the front and back of a shirt?
Yes. We can print front, back, left-chest, and other common placements depending on the garment and artwork.
Can you print on sleeves?
Yes. Sleeve prints are available on many garments when the artwork, sleeve size, seams, and garment construction allow for safe placement.
How large can my shirt design be?
The best print size depends on the garment size, design shape, and placement. We size the artwork so it looks balanced and fits safely within the printable area.
Can every shirt size use the exact same print size?
Sometimes, but not always. A print that looks balanced on an adult XL may look too large on a youth or small adult garment, so orders with a wide size range may need adjusted print sizing.
How long do normal custom shirt orders take?
Turnaround depends on quantity, garment availability, artwork approval, and current workload. Submit your deadline with the quote request so we can confirm a realistic completion date.
Do you handle rush orders?
Yes. Rush production is available when scheduling, artwork, and supplies allow. For the fastest service, provide complete order details and ready artwork as early as possible.
Do I need to pay before production starts?
Payment requirements can depend on the order. Your quote or order confirmation will explain the amount due and when payment is required.
Can you print just one shirt?
Yes. Small custom orders are welcome, including one-off shirts when the requested garment and production method are available.
Is there a minimum order?
We accept small orders and do not require a large bulk quantity for standard custom apparel work.
Can you make samples before a larger order?
Sample or test pieces may be possible depending on the job. This is especially useful for businesses, teams, or customers planning a larger run.
Can you reorder the same design later?
Yes. Repeat orders are welcome. Providing the previous order details helps us match the prior design, size, and placement as closely as possible.
Do you offer a loyalty program?
Yes. Our loyalty program uses a stamp card. After five qualifying orders, the next order receives 25% off under the program terms.
Do you print stickers and labels?
Yes. We produce custom printed stickers and labels for products, packaging, businesses, events, and other uses.
Can you make labels for bags or product packaging?
Yes. We can print labels and stickers sized for customer-supplied bags and packaging. Provide the bag size, desired label size, quantity, and artwork or required wording.
Do you make signs?
Yes. We offer custom sign and vinyl-related products for businesses, events, displays, and promotional use depending on the material and size needed.
Do you make business cards?
We can produce or source several types of promotional and business-card products. Contact us with the quantity, material, and design requirements for a quote.
Do you make metal business cards or review cards?
Yes. We offer custom metal cards for uses such as business cards, QR-code cards, and NFC or review-card projects when the required materials are available.
Do you do sublimation printing?
Yes. In addition to DTF apparel printing, we produce sublimation items such as tumblers, mugs, water bottles, keychains, jewelry, signs, license plates, and other compatible products.
Can you put photos on tumblers or mugs?
Yes. Full-color photos and graphics can be sublimated onto compatible drinkware when the artwork quality and product surface are suitable.
Do you make personalized gifts?
Yes. We offer a variety of personalized items, including drinkware, keychains, ornaments, signs, journals, metal products, and other custom gifts depending on availability.
Can you print my business logo on promotional products?
Yes. We can apply or adapt business branding to compatible promotional items and apparel. Send the logo and tell us what products and quantities you need.
Do you ship orders?
Shipping availability depends on the order and destination. Include your location in the quote request if you need shipping so the options and cost can be confirmed.
Can I pick up my order locally?
Local pickup can be arranged for completed orders in Glenside. Pickup details are confirmed with the customer when the order is ready.
How should I wash a DTF printed shirt?
For longer print life, turn the garment inside out, wash in cool or cold water with mild detergent, avoid bleach, and use low heat or hang dry when possible. Avoid ironing directly over the printed design.
How durable are DTF prints?
A properly produced and applied DTF print is designed to be durable for normal wear and washing. Garment care, wash temperature, dryers, and direct heat can affect long-term appearance.
Can I iron directly over a DTF design?
No. Avoid placing a household iron directly on the printed design. If ironing is necessary, turn the garment inside out and avoid direct high heat on the transfer.
Can you match an exact color?
We can work toward the supplied artwork colors, but exact color matching can vary between screens, printers, inks, garments, and substrates. If an exact brand color is critical, tell us before production.
Can you print copyrighted logos, characters, or brand artwork?
Customers should only submit artwork they own or have permission to use. We may decline work when the right to reproduce protected artwork is unclear.
What information helps you give the fastest accurate quote?
Send the product or garment type, total quantity, size breakdown, garment color, number and location of prints, artwork, deadline, and whether you need us to supply the garments.
What makes Joe's Unique Creations different from an online print company?
We are a local Glenside business with hands-on production and direct communication. Orders are reviewed personally, and customers can discuss timing, artwork, products, and special requirements directly with us.
How can I contact Joe's Unique Creations?
Call 610-368-0865, use the website Quick Quote form, or email joesuniquecreations19038@gmail.com.
