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Screen Printing in Bloomington, IL

For Bloomington's businesses, schools, and event organizers, we are the trusted local partner for vibrant, high-quality screen printing. From outfitting your team for a corporate event at the Grossinger Motors Arena to creating custom t-shirts for the Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market, our team handles every project with the care and precision only a local expert can provide.
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The difference is Local

Why Bloomington Chooses Us

Ordering online can be a gamble. We eliminate the guesswork by providing a superior local experience for every screen printing Bloomington project. As your dedicated local shop, we ensure quality from start to finish.

See & Feel the Quality

Don’t guess about sizes or colors. Visit our showroom for an in-person consultation on your screen printing in Bloomington. See garment samples and get exactly what you want before we print a single shirt.

Real, Local Experts

Have a question? You’re not calling a national chain or a faceless call center. You’re talking to the local experts right here in our shop who will handle your Bloomington screen printing order from start to finish.

Support Your Community

Choosing us means you’re reinvesting directly into the Bloomington economy. We’re your neighbors, proud to support other local businesses and help our community thrive.

Fast, Local Turnaround

Need your order fast? Because all our Bloomington screen printing is done in-house, we offer faster turnaround times than online shippers. Get your project done on schedule, without the wait.

Our Process

A Simple Path to Perfect Custom Apparel in Bloomington

We’ve streamlined our process to make getting custom apparel in Bloomington simple and transparent. It starts with:

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Your Local Consultation
You can visit our shop or we can connect by phone to discuss your project goals, budget, and timeline
2
Design & Digital Proof
Our Bloomington-based design team will create a digital mockup of your design on the chosen apparel for your approval. We'll work with you on any revisions until it's perfect.
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In-House Production
Once approved, your order moves to our in-house production floor where we handle all the screen printing right here.
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Local Pickup or Delivery
We'll notify you the moment your order is ready for convenient pickup, saving you the hassle and cost of shipping.
PROUDLY SERVING

Bloomington's Businesses, Schools, and Events

We partner with a diverse range of clients throughout Bloomington, providing custom screen printing solutions tailored to their specific needs.

  • For Local Businesses & Contractors: From outfitting construction crews with durable work shirts to creating professional polos for customer-facing teams, we help Bloomington businesses look their best.

  • Illinois Wesleyan University Groups: We are the go-to printer for IWU student organizations, fraternities, sororities, and academic departments. We make it easy to get great-looking apparel for campus events and fundraisers.

  • Schools & Youth Sports: We proudly support our local schools, including Bloomington High School, providing spirit wear for teams, clubs, and booster organizations.

  • Events & Non-Profits: Planning a 5k at Miller Park or an event at the BCPA? We provide high-quality, cost-effective t-shirts that make your event memorable.

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Our Work

Projects Around Bloomington

Bloomington Pub

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Lucca Grill
Overview
We were honored to partner with Lucca Grill, a historic icon in Downtown Bloomington, to create custom branded merchandise. The project involved screen printing vintage-style designs onto classic pennants that reflect the restaurant's legacy. This is a prime example of how we help beloved local brands create unique apparel that customers love.

McLean County

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YWCA McLean County
Overview
In a meaningful collaboration with YWCA McLean County's Stepping Stones program, we designed and screen printed powerful t-shirts for Sexual Abuse Awareness Month. The goal was to create more than just apparel; it was to spark conversation and provide a visible symbol of support for survivors in our community. The final product transformed a simple garment into a profound statement of solidarity and strength.

Bloomington Brewery

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Lil Beaver Brewery
Overview
We had a blast collaborating with our friends at Lil Beaver Brewery to create custom apparel as bold as their beer. Fusing dynamic Pop Art visuals with iconic Rolling Stones-inspired elements, we designed a screen printed shirt that perfectly captured the brand's wild side. The result is an edgy, memorable piece of merchandise that resonates with their loyal fans and showcases their unique personality.

County Fesitval

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Brown County Uke Fest
Overview
For the Brown County Ukulele Festival in Indiana, we executed a technically advanced screen printing project to create a vibrant and visually rich design. By expertly applying halftones, we were able to achieve a wide range of tones and shading using just a few ink colors. This technique allowed us to produce a striking print that captured the fun and spirit of the festival, demonstrating our mastery of the craft.

Local Dispensary

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High Haven Dispensary
Overview
As the go-to creative shop for High Haven, one of Bloomington-Normal's newest cannabis dispensaries, we've collaborated on numerous screen printing projects over the past year. This particular apparel run featured their brand's bright, vibrant colors, which we brought to life with exceptionally crisp and clean printing to ensure the designs truly stood out. Our ongoing partnership is a testament to our ability to consistently deliver high-quality, eye-catching apparel for distinctive local brands.
Needing help with your Bloomington Screen Printing Project?
Ready to bring your vision to life? Contact our local Bloomington team today for a fast, no-obligation quote and get a final product you'll be proud to show off.
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FAQ

Common Questions Asked From Bloomington  

Absolutely! We encourage it. Picking up your order directly from our Bloomington shop is a great way to save time and money. We’ll send you a notification the moment your project is ready for pickup during our regular business hours.

Our standard turnaround time is typically 7-10 business days after you’ve approved the final digital proof. Since you’re local, you don’t have to worry about shipping delays on top of that. Your order will be ready for pickup right here in town as soon as it’s done.

Yes, for screen printing, our typical minimum is 12 pieces. This allows us to cover the setup costs for creating the screens and ensures you get the best value. For smaller projects, we often recommend our high-quality embroidery or other decoration methods. Feel free to ask us for the best solution for your specific needs!

Definitely! That’s one of our specialties. Our in-house graphic design team, right here in Bloomington, can work with you to turn your concept—whether it’s a rough sketch or just an idea—into a polished, print-ready design that you’ll be proud to wear

Yes, absolutely. This is one of the most common problems we solve for our clients. We can take your low-resolution or pixelated logo and professionally recreate it as a clean, infinitely scalable vector file. This ensures your final print is perfectly sharp and crisp, no matter the size.

In many cases, yes. We do ask that customer-supplied garments are new and unwashed. We’ll need to inspect the items to ensure the material is suitable for our screen printing process. Please note that while we take the utmost care, we cannot be responsible for replacing customer-supplied garments. For the most consistent results, we recommend using the high-quality brands we source directly.

The price is based on three main factors: 1) The total quantity of items (more items generally means a lower price per piece), 2) The number of colors in your design (each color requires its own screen), and 3) The specific garment you choose. For a fast and accurate price, the best way is to contact us for a free, no-obligation quote on your project.

This is a key advantage of working with a local shop! We can often accommodate rush orders for local events, depending on our production schedule. If you have a tight deadline, please call us directly to discuss your project. We’ll do everything we can to make it happen for you. Rush fees may apply.

 
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