{"id":12112,"date":"2025-10-08T09:54:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T13:54:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.customink.com\/?p=12112"},"modified":"2025-12-28T10:33:02","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T15:33:02","slug":"t-shirts-101-how-to-buy-the-perfect-shirt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/t-shirts-101-how-to-buy-the-perfect-shirt\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create the Perfect Custom T-shirt"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--<p class=\"last-updated\">Last updated on December 28th, 2025 at 10:33 am<\/p>-->\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re overwhelmed by the thought of designing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/4\">perfect custom t-shirt<\/a> for your team, group, or family, let us help. It can be hard to know where to start, so we\u2019ve broken the process down into simple steps that you can follow and be confident that when you receive your custom shirts, they\u2019ll be exactly what you need.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"763\" src=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG.png\" alt=\"how to design the perfect custom t shirt\" class=\"wp-image-25429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-300x229.png 300w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-768x586.png 768w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-860x656.png 860w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-680x519.png 680w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-500x382.png 500w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-400x305.png 400w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-250x191.png 250w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-200x153.png 200w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-100x76.png 100w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-76x58.png 76w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/2021-09-01_Hanes_Color_Story_00094_xdu1ve-1000-limit-PNG-50x38.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href='' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_standard eckosc_button_position_inline' style='background-color:#fa3c00;' target='_blank'' data-color='#fa3c00'>Use our Custom T-shirt Maker<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the end of this guide, you\u2019ll feel equipped and inspired, and will know how to create custom t-shirts that your group will love. We\u2019ve included insider advice from Arlie Chupeco, our Senior Category Manager and a true t-shirt printing expert!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll learn:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to stay within your budget.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to choose a t-shirt style, fabric, and weight.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to easily add your existing design to a t-shirt or create a new design.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to finalize the order (using bulk ship or individual shopping options) and receive it when you need it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ci-key-takeaways\">\n  <h3 class=\"ci-takeaways-title\">Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n  <ul class=\"ci-takeaways-list\">\n    <li><strong>Custom t-shirt costs<\/strong> are influenced by quantity, material quality, design complexity, and shipping, allowing you to tailor an order to your budget.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Choosing the perfect base shirt<\/strong> involves balancing fabric (cotton, polyester, blends), weight, and style to best suit your group&#8217;s purpose and preference.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Custom Ink&#8217;s Design Lab<\/strong> makes creating unique t-shirt designs easy, complemented by flexible ordering and delivery options like single or group shipments.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Step 1: How to Stay Within Your Budget<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you jump into customizing the design of the t-shirt, think about your budget. Your order cost depends on:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of shirts in the order (the cost per shirt is lower for higher volume orders)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The base shirt you select (premium brands and fabrics cost more)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of colors in the design (to lower costs, choose between 1-3 colors) and whether you use specialty inks that add to the cost (such as glitter)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of print locations (printing on both the front and back of the shirt or on the sleeves is more expensive than printing a single shirt location)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The shipping speed (standard orders that are delivered within two weeks are free; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/help_center\/delivery-options\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">costs increase for rush orders<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re ordering six shirts or less, filter your search to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/no-minimum-t-shirts\/198?min_qty%5B%5D=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">no-minimum t-shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If your order is larger, you\u2019ll have access to more styles, fabrics, and price breaks, and it might be easier to create something that feels unique to your group.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Arlie\u2019s Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cWith more bells and whistles, prices usually go up. To stay within budget, try shifting between \u201c$,\u201d \u201c$$,\u201d and \u201c$$$\u201d filters on the left side of the page.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"706\" height=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options.png\" alt=\"custom t shirt price options\" class=\"wp-image-25424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options.png 706w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-680x507.png 680w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-500x373.png 500w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-400x298.png 400w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-250x186.png 250w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-200x149.png 200w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-76x57.png 76w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/price-options-50x37.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 706px) 100vw, 706px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Step 2: How to Choose Your Base Shirt: Fit, Fabric, and Weight<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have high-quality shirt choices for all budgets. Typically, when you need to reduce costs, we recommend choosing a higher quality fabric and fit over a more complicated and pricey design, as the higher the quality, the more likely the shirt will be worn over and over.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric and weight shape how a t-shirt feels, how long it lasts, and even how it fits your group\u2019s needs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Fabric<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common fabric (also called material) options are:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-material%5B%5D=100%25%20Cotton\"><b>100% Cotton<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 100% cotton is classic. Ringspun and combed ringspun cotton are the softest and most durable versions \u2014 perfect if you want a premium feel without breaking the bank. You can always find information about the type of cotton in the product description.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find ringspun cotton, filter the list of shirts by Material &gt; 100% cotton and then look for the fabric details in the <\/span><b>Description and Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> section.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"595\" height=\"296\" src=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton.png\" alt=\"100% cotton options for custom t shirts\" class=\"wp-image-25425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton.png 595w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-300x149.png 300w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-500x249.png 500w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-400x199.png 400w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-250x124.png 250w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-200x99.png 200w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-100x50.png 100w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-76x38.png 76w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/cotton-50x25.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Ringspun cotton<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is made by twisting the cotton strands, which makes the fabric softer and more durable than regular cotton.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Combed ringspun<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cotton takes it a step further by combing out short fibers and impurities before spinning, resulting in an even smoother, finer, and stronger fabric.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Fun fact: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last year, we upgraded our basic cotton t-shirt to a heavier-weight ringspun option at the same price, so if you choose the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ndx\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">default t-shirt<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll get a high-quality ringspun cotton that looks and feels great.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>What\u2019s an <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/results?utf8=%E2%9C%93&amp;keyword=organic+t-shirt&amp;searchType=catalog\"><b>organic t-shirt<\/b><\/a><b>? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">T-shirts listed as \u2018organic\u2019 are made of 100% cotton material grown in sustainable, eco-friendly conditions, with no harmful synthetic dyes or chemicals added during production. To qualify as organic, production processes must meet the standards for organically-produced agricultural products set forth by the USDA <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ams.usda.gov\/about-ams\/programs-offices\/national-organic-program\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Organic Program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can check to see if a t-shirt is made from organic cotton by checking the description and features section.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-1024x228.png\" alt=\"100% organic cotton custom t shirt\" class=\"wp-image-25426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-1024x228.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-300x67.png 300w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-768x171.png 768w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-860x191.png 860w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-680x151.png 680w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-500x111.png 500w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-400x89.png 400w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-250x56.png 250w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-200x45.png 200w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-100x22.png 100w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-76x17.png 76w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp-50x11.png 50w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pdp.png 1128w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-material%5B%5D=100%25%20Polyester\"><b>100% Polyester<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Known as \u201cperformance shirts,\u201d polyester tees are lightweight, moisture-wicking, and a go-to for sports and activewear.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Blends: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blends combine cotton with synthetic fibers, giving you the best of both worlds. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-material%5B%5D=Tri-Blend%20(Poly%2FCotton%2FRayon)\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tri-blend t-shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are especially popular for their buttery-soft feel. They stretch for comfort but bounce back to their original shape, wash after wash.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>UV protection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many synthetic fabrics provide UPF protection, reducing UV exposure. What is UPF? UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor and works like sun protection for clothing, resulting in\u00a0 fabric that blocks the sun\u2019s harmful UV rays. A higher UPF number means better protection. For example, a shirt with UPF 50 lets only about 2% of UV rays reach your skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re ordering custom t-shirts for building contractors, for instance, you may want to choose <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/long-sleeve-t-shirts\/17?fg-features-styles%5B%5D=Hooded&amp;fg-style-type%5B%5D=UV%20Protection\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">long-sleeve hooded performance tees with built-in sun protection<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To create a custom t-shirt with sun protection built in, filter by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-style-type%5B%5D=UV%20Protection\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV protection<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Eco-friendly: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-style-type%5B%5D=Eco-friendly\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eco-friendly t-shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are made from recycled fabrics and provide sustainable options.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Weight<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our t-shirts range from lightweight 4 oz. styles to heavyweight 9 oz. options. Anything above 6 oz. is considered heavyweight, which gives a substantial feel.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ounce weight indicates the weight of a square yard of a shirt\u2019s fabric material. Most t-shirts and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/polos\/148\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">polos<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be categorized as lightweight, midweight, or heavyweight.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/FabricWeight2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"182\" src=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/FabricWeight2-300x182.png\" alt=\"custom t shirt fabric weights\" class=\"wp-image-12115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/FabricWeight2-300x182.png 300w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/FabricWeight2.png 729w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Lightweight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Under 5.0 oz.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Midweight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between 5.0 and 6.0 oz.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Heavyweight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Over 6.0 oz.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Arlie\u2019s tip:&nbsp;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cHeavyweight doesn\u2019t always mean better, but it does add perceived value. If you\u2019re ordering for employee swag or giveaways, a heavier shirt can leave a lasting impression.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Style<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A t-shirt may look simple at first, but every element \u2014 from sleeves to necklines \u2014 can be customized to suit your goals. Here are a few available options:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Style:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>classic<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> t-shirt<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-features-styles%5B%5D=Raglan\"><b>raglan<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; a raglan sleeve extends to the collar with a diagonal seam. Raglan sleeves are often a mid-length, rather than short, sleeve and are generally a different color than the rest of the shirt.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-features-styles%5B%5D=Raglan\"><b>ringer<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; a t-shirt with a contrasting band of collar and sleeve hem fabric<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25431\" src=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-300x287.jpg\" alt=\"classic custom t shirt\" width=\"300\" height=\"287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-300x287.jpg 300w, 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https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-1-400x382.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-1-250x239.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-1-200x191.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-1-100x96.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-1-76x73.jpg 76w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-1-50x48.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/front_large-1.jpg 722w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/gildan-softstyle-jersey-t-shirt\/176100\">classic custom t-shirt<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/activewear\/team-jerseys\/sport-tek-short-sleeve-raglan-t-shirt\/262800\">raglan custom t-shirt<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/augusta-ringer-t-shirt\/7100\">ringer custom t-shirt<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Fit:\u00a0<\/b>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-fit%5B%5D=Standard%20Fit\"><b>Classic <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; filter by standard fit<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>fitted<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; we have two fitted style options: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-fit%5B%5D=Semi-Fitted\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">semi-fitted<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-fit%5B%5D=Slim%20Fit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">slim fit<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-fit%5B%5D=Relaxed%20Fit\"><b>oversized<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; provides a relaxed, comfortable feel (filter by relaxed fit)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-features-styles%5B%5D=Cropped\"><b>cropped<\/b><\/a><b>\/boxy<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Sleeves:\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16\"><b>Short<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/long-sleeve-t-shirts\/17\"><b>long<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-sleeve-length%5B%5D=3%2F4%20Sleeve\"><b>3\/4<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/tank-tops-sleeveless\/18\"><b>tank top<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Pockets:\u00a0<\/b>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>no pocket<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; for a classic and minimal look<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-features-styles%5B%5D=Pocket\"><b>chest pocke<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; a pocket can not only elevate the look of a t-shirt, but can be useful for storing a pen or pencil (for instance, for a restaurant server or construction worker)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Neck:\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-neckline%5B%5D=Crew%20Neck\"><b>Crew<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-neckline%5B%5D=V-Neck\"><b>v-neck<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/16?fg-neckline%5B%5D=Scoop%20Neck\"><b>scoop<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-neckline%5B%5D=Henley\"><b>Henley<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-neckline%5B%5D=Zip\"><b>Zip<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-neckline%5B%5D=Hooded\"><b>Hooded<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; can be useful for those working outdoors in the sun or rain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With more than 10 styles available and plenty of customization options, you can easily match your shirts to your vision. Want a retro vibe? Go for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-features-styles%5B%5D=Raglan\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">raglan sleeves<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Looking for something sleek? A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-fit%5B%5D=Semi-Fitted&amp;fg-neckline%5B%5D=Crew%20Neck\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fitted cut with a crew neck<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> works perfectly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Arlie\u2019s Tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-fit%5B%5D=Relaxed%20Fit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oversized t-shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will always be in style, but lots of women also go for boxy cuts. These relaxed, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/all-t-shirts\/460?fg-features-styles%5B%5D=Cropped\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cropped t-shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fall to the waistline and can be worn tucked in for a chic look or untucked for a casual vibe.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Step 3: How to Design Your Custom T-shirts<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve chosen our blank t-shirt, you can bring your idea to life! Our easy-to-use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ndx\/#\/welcomeBack\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design Lab<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/services\/t-shirt-maker-creator\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online t-shirt creator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that anyone can use create a great-looking piece of swag, no t-shirt design experience required.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Cheap-T-shirts-Gif.gif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Cheap-T-shirts-Gif.gif\" alt=\"online custom t shirt design\" class=\"wp-image-25428\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can upload your own images and logos, add text in a wide variety of fonts, or choose from ready-made elements in our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/inspiration\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design library<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can print onto shirt fronts, backs, and sleeves. You can then preview your design to ensure it\u2019s exactly right.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our tips for great t-shirt design:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep it simple and easily identifiable (such as a logo or short phrase)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t use too many colors or fonts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure the design colors contrast well with the base color (choose a light design on a dark color shirt and a dark design on a light color shirt)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To elevate the design, add subtle details such as a name or tagline on a sleeve<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider your audience: will they prefer oversized comfort and a fun design or a more professional and crisp look?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Step 4: How to Set Up Your T-shirt Order and Delivery<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last step is making sure your shirts get to everyone on time. Choose between:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Single shipment. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay for the full batch and have everything delivered to one address. Perfect if you\u2019re handing them out in person.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ink\/group-order-form\"><b>Group Orders<\/b><\/a><b>. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design the shirt, share a link, and let each person enter their size, payment, and address. No need to chase down checks or sizes. Each shirt will be delivered individually to each person.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard two week delivery is free with every order, but if you need your custom t-shirts sooner, we have one week and three day <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/help_center\/delivery-options\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rush delivery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>We\u2019re Here to Help<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you design your custom t-shirt, our Inkers are here to guide you every step of the way. Whether you\u2019re outfitting a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ink\/k12\/k-12-school-clubs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school club<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ink\/business\/corporate-swag-branded-merchandise\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">company team<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/activities-celebrations\/310\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">family reunion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we\u2019ll help make your vision a reality. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/contact\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ndx\/#\/welcomeBack\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start designing online today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and let\u2019s bring your perfect t-shirt to life!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href='https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/4' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_standard eckosc_button_position_inline' style='background-color:#fa3c00;' target='_blank'' data-color='#fa3c00'>Design Your Custom T-shirt<\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re overwhelmed by the thought of designing the perfect custom t-shirt for your team, group, or family, let us help. It can be hard to know where to start, so we\u2019ve broken the process down into simple steps that you can follow and be confident that when you receive your custom shirts, they\u2019ll be exactly what you need. By the end of this guide, you\u2019ll feel equipped and inspired, and will know how to create custom t-shirts that your group will love. We\u2019ve included insider advice from Arlie Chupeco, our Senior Category Manager and a true t-shirt printing expert! 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