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Answers to the questions businesses ask before placing a bulk order: minimums, pricing,
decoration methods, artwork and turnaround.
The basics before you place your first order.
Sew NC has produced custom apparel in-house in Winston-Salem since 2010. From our shop at 121 Back Forty Drive, we handle screen printing, DTF and embroidery for businesses, schools and organizations, and we ship nationwide.
Sew NC is a custom apparel printer based in Winston-Salem, NC, specialized in bulk orders. We screen print, DTF print and embroider t-shirts in-house for businesses, schools, teams and events, and ship nationwide. See our bulk custom t-shirts.
Send us your logo, the garments you want, the quantity per size and your deadline. We reply with a quote and a digital proof, and once you approve it we produce the order in-house. You can start with our quote form.
Include the garment style, quantity per size, number of ink colors, print or embroidery locations, your logo file and your deadline. The more detail you share, the more accurate your quote will be.
Orders start at 12 pieces for screen printing, DTF and embroidered caps, and just 6 pieces for embroidered polos and jackets, so even small teams can get custom apparel. The price per piece drops as your quantity grows.
The businesses and organizations we produce for.
We work with businesses, schools, sports teams, event organizers and clothing brands that need branded apparel for their people. Most of our clients order for teams, staff or events. See our business services.
Our orders start at 6 pieces for embroidered polos and jackets and 12 pieces for screen printing, DTF and embroidered caps. These minimums let us keep quality consistent and offer better pricing per piece, which is why Sew NC is a great fit for teams, staff and events.
We supply the garments for every order, sourced from trusted apparel brands. This lets us guarantee how every print and stitch turns out, and our team will help you choose the right style, fabric and color for your project.
We produce apparel for healthcare and biotech teams, restaurants and hospitality, construction and trade crews, sports teams and leagues, schools and corporate offices, from work uniforms to client-facing polos.
Reorders are simple. Reference your previous order when you contact us and our team will match the artwork, garments and colors, so new hires and seasonal uniforms look consistent.
What affects the cost of your order.
The cost depends on the shirt style, the number of ink colors, the print locations and the decoration method. The more pieces you order, the lower the price per shirt. Request a free quote with your design to get an exact price.
Screen printing needs a screen for each ink color, which is part of the setup for every design. That setup is why the price per shirt drops as the quantity grows. Your quote shows the full cost of your order.
For large orders, screen printing is usually cheaper because the setup is spread across many pieces. DTF is often more cost-effective for small runs, full-color designs or orders with many different designs.
Yes. In screen printing, each ink color and each print location adds to the setup. Embroidery pricing depends on the size and detail of the logo, and DTF handles full-color designs in a single print.
Screen printing, DTF or embroidery: which one fits your project.
Embroidery is the best choice for polos, jackets and caps. The stitched logo looks premium, holds up to frequent washing and gives client-facing teams a professional look. See our custom polos.
Screen printing is the most cost-effective and durable option for large runs of t-shirts and hoodies with a logo of a few colors. Learn more about our screen printing in Winston-Salem.
Choose DTF for full-color artwork, gradients, small runs of many different designs, or individual names and numbers. It also works well on blended fabrics. See our commercial DTF printing.
Screen printing usually lasts longer, since the ink bonds into the fabric and holds up through many washes, which is why it is the standard for bulk orders. DTF is also durable and flexible, and a great option for detailed, full-color designs.
Yes. A common combination is embroidered polos for staff and screen printed t-shirts for an event or giveaway. We recommend the right method for each piece and keep the branding consistent across all of them.
Files, colors, proofs and samples.
Vector files such as AI, EPS, PDF or SVG give the cleanest results, and a high-resolution PNG also works for DTF. If you only have a low-resolution logo, send it anyway and our team will review it and recommend the best option.
Yes. We match ink colors to your brand colors as closely as possible and choose the nearest thread colors for embroidery. You will see the colors on your proof before production.
Yes. Every order starts with a digital proof showing placement, size and colors, and nothing goes into production until you approve it. If you’d like to see a physical piece first, production samples can be requested for an additional charge, and may be included at no cost on very large orders.
Turnaround, rush orders and shipping.
Our standard turnaround is 2 weeks after proof approval and payment. Need it sooner? Rush production is available for an additional charge.
Plan for at least 2 weeks of production after proof approval and payment, plus time for the quote and proof. For tighter deadlines, rush production is available for an additional charge.
Yes, we offer rush production for an additional charge, with turnaround as fast as 2 days after proof approval. Because every order goes through proof approval to make sure it comes out right, same-day orders aren’t available. Share your deadline when you request a quote.
Yes. We ship nationwide. Besides the Triad, including Greensboro and High Point, we produce apparel for businesses in Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Wilmington, Asheville, across North Carolina and throughout the U.S.
Keeping your apparel looking new.
A quality screen print lasts as long as the garment itself. Wash shirts inside out in cold water, tumble dry on low or hang dry, and avoid ironing directly on the print.
Yes. Embroidery is stitched into the fabric, so it keeps its shape and color through repeated washing. That durability is why it is the standard for uniforms and workwear.
Not when it is applied correctly and cared for properly. A well-pressed DTF print stays flexible and resists cracking and peeling. Wash inside out in cold water and avoid high dryer heat.
It depends on how the shirts will be used. Gildan and Port & Company are budget-friendly for events, Bella+Canvas and Next Level offer a softer retail feel, and Sport-Tek works well for performance wear. We also carry District, OGIO, TravisMathew and The North Face.
Contact our team today. We’ll review your logo, garments and quantities
to recommend the best option for your project.
