Screen Printing
The classic. Ink pushed through a mesh screen, one screen per colour. Bold, durable and vivid — best value on larger runs with a limited colour count.
Launching soon
Your design.
Your design.
Printed properly.
TMC Shirts is a UK custom t-shirt printing service for workwear, events, stag & hen dos, clubs and small brands. We're firing up the presses now — send us your job and we'll quote it by email.
Tap a swatch — try your colour on
What we print
Four ways to get ink (or thread) on fabric
These are the techniques we offer. Each suits different jobs — tell us what you're making and we'll recommend the right one honestly.
DTG Printing
Direct-to-garment: a specialist inkjet prints straight onto the tee. Handles photos, gradients and unlimited colours — great for small runs and detailed art.
Embroidery
Stitched, not printed. The premium look for logos on polos, workwear and caps. Hard-wearing, wash-proof and smart enough for uniforms that meet customers.
Vinyl (HTV)
Heat-pressed cut vinyl. Perfect for names and numbers, one-off tees and stag/hen personalisation. Crisp single-colour graphics with a slightly raised finish.
How ordering works
From idea to inbox in four steps
No web checkout, no guesswork — every job is different, so every job gets a human quote.
Tell us the job
Email what you need: garment type, colours, sizes, rough quantity and where the print goes. Attach artwork if you have it — rough sketches welcome.
We advise
We'll recommend the best technique for your job and budget, flag anything about your artwork, and confirm what's possible.
You get a quote
A clear, itemised quote by email — garments, printing, setup. No hidden extras. Happy? Reply to approve and we'll send a proof.
We print & deliver
Once you approve the proof, we print and get your order to you. You'll know the timeline before you commit a penny.
Design tips
Set your artwork up to succeed
A few minutes of prep saves days of back-and-forth. Not sure about any of this? Send what you have — we'll sort it with you.
File formats
Vector files (SVG, AI, EPS, PDF) are ideal — they scale cleanly at any size. High-resolution PNGs (300dpi at print size, transparent background) work well for DTG. Screenshots and tiny JPEGs usually don't survive enlargement.
Print areas
The most common positions are full front, left chest, full back and nape. Sleeve prints are possible too. Think about where your design reads best — a huge back print and a small chest logo are very different jobs.
Colour counts
For screen printing, each colour needs its own screen — fewer colours means simpler setup. One to three colour designs are the sweet spot. Full-colour or photographic art? That's what DTG is for.
Timing & pricing
Quoted per job, planned around your deadline
We don't publish a price list because honest pricing depends on the actual job — garment, quantity, technique and colours all move the number. Here's how we keep it fair:
- Every job is quoted individually. You get one clear email quote covering garments, printing and setup before anything happens.
- Turnaround confirmed up front. Tell us your deadline in the first email — event dates, uniform start days — and we'll tell you honestly whether we can hit it.
- Proof before print. Nothing goes on press until you've approved a digital proof, so what arrives is what you signed off.
- Bigger runs, better rates. Setup costs spread across more garments — if you're between two quantities, ask us to quote both.
We're launching soon, so quoting by email is exactly how it works from day one. First orders will be scheduled as capacity comes online — get in early.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Are you taking orders yet?
We're launching soon. You can email us about your job now — we'll quote it and schedule it as capacity comes online. Joining the list early means you're first in the queue.
Is there a minimum order?
It depends on the technique. Screen printing works best from a reasonable batch upwards because of screen setup; DTG and vinyl can handle very small runs, even one-offs. Tell us your quantity and we'll advise on the most economical route.
Can you help if I don't have finished artwork?
Yes. Send whatever you have — a sketch, a text idea, a low-res logo — and we'll tell you what's needed to make it print-ready and what we can tidy up on our end.
What garments can you print on?
T-shirts are the core, but the same techniques cover hoodies, polos, sweatshirts, hi-vis and workwear, tote bags and caps (embroidery suits caps best). Ask about the specific garment when you email.
Why don't you list prices on the site?
Because a genuine price depends on the garment, quantity, number of colours, print positions and technique. A flat online price would either overcharge simple jobs or undercharge complex ones. Every job is quoted individually by email — free, fast and with no obligation.
Do you deliver across the UK?
That's the plan — UK-wide delivery, with options confirmed in your quote along with timings. Include your location and deadline in your first email and we'll factor it in.
Join the list
Be first on the press
Want to know the moment we're taking orders? Send us a quick email and we'll keep you posted — and quote your job in the meantime.