Custom Screen Printing

Our minimum order for custom T-shirts is 12 garments, which is one of the lowest in the industry. We’re happy to support smaller organizations within the military that don’t need large orders, so we set the minimum at 12 to make it easier for everyone.

Since setting up a custom T-shirt run can be quite involved and costly, orders under 24 pieces will include a small setup fee of $120. This helps us cover our costs while still offering a budget-friendly option for smaller commands. We’re here to help every step of the way!

We primarily screen-print custom shirts for organizations across the country and military units around the world, every day. We offer low minimums and competitive prices on high-quality, full-color prints on any shirt color. When sending us your custom T-shirt request, please include as much detail as possible to help us bring your vision to life.

We use four main printing methods:

Spot Color Printing: Ideal for clean lines and bold designs with few colors. This method produces sharp, vibrant prints.

Simulated Process Printing: Uses four colors plus two whites to create a full-spectrum, detailed look with gradients. It works on any shirt color and is our most popular option.

4-Color Process Printing: Similar to Simulated Process but most effective on white apparel. It produces sharp, vivid colors and allows for highlighting or special spot colors.

Sublimation Printing: Best suited for light-colored shirts and small orders. While not cost-effective for large runs, it’s perfect for personalized items like photos for gifts. We also use sublimation on mugs, plaques, and other unique products.

We also offer vinyl applications, which work great for sports teams that need numbers and names on their jerseys or uniforms.

Yes, we get this question often—any of our designs can be modified to meet your specific needs. Usually, we’ll update the text or add logos, but in some cases, we’ll completely re-illustrate a design based on a combination of your ideas and our artwork. You may have seen variations of our work that are a mix of our original designs and customer customization, especially for Navy commands, CPOAs, FCPOAs, and similar groups.

We also offer easy-to-use custom T-shirt templates on NavyChief.com, designed specifically for The Chief's Mess and CPO Season. These templates are based on our most popular designs and can be customized with your own text, different shirt styles, and colors. It’s a quick, affordable way to get a personalized T-shirt for your CPOA, and you can place your order online with just a few clicks. Click here to order using a custom T-shirt template.

No, absolutely not. We take great pride in our designs and work hard to create high-quality graphics that support our team and charitable causes. Because of this, we strictly protect our intellectual property. We kindly ask that you respect this and do not share or take our artwork to other printers.

Our designs are exclusively authorized for printing through us, and using them elsewhere without permission is both illegal and unethical. We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us protect our creative work.

Typically, our process takes around two weeks—from the initial artwork to the final print. However, the exact timeframe can vary depending on factors like the complexity of the design, the quantity of shirts requested, and other details specific to your order.

We strive to provide you with a high-quality product, but mistakes can sometimes happen. When we are at fault, we will typically offer a refund or replace the order. If the error is on the customer's end, we cannot be held responsible for any misprinted items.

Before placing a custom bulk order, please double-check that all details—such as colors, sizes, and quantities—are accurate. Make sure to carefully review the final artwork proof and verify that the invoice is correct.

We allow two weeks for returns, so it’s important to inspect your order thoroughly upon arrival to ensure everything is correct.