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Gildan Sweater Printing — Kids' and youth apparel blanks — pullover hoodies and crewneck sweatshirts in youth sizing. Same blanks and DTG/screen-print options as the adult line. Upload your design as a high-resolution PNG or SVG; we run print-ready file checks (DPI, transparency, embedded color) before the press runs. Standard sizing: S–3XL on adult blanks; YS–YXL on youth.
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Specifications
- Color
- 1 side included +10.34, 1 side included +10.34, 2 sides included +18.12
- File Type
- Bleed
- 0.125"
- Safe zone
- 0.125"
- DPI
- 300
How it compares
- The cross-applicable comparison for any cut-to-shape printed product — including custom-shape patches and labels on apparel.
Production-ready setup template for every available size. Download one to design externally — the page geometry matches what our editor exports.
What blank does gildan sweater printing print on?
Kids' and youth apparel blanks — pullover hoodies and crewneck sweatshirts in youth sizing. Same blanks and DTG/screen-print options as the adult line.
What's the difference between DTG and screen-print?
Direct-to-garment (DTG) is full-color inkjet straight onto the fabric — best for photography, gradients, complex art, and low quantities. Screen-print uses a fabric stencil and is best for solid-color spot designs at higher quantities (50+ pieces per design). DTG has no setup; screen-print has a per-color setup cost that amortizes over the run.
What sizes do you carry?
Youth sizing runs YS through YXL on the youth blanks. Toddler sizes (2T, 3T, 4T) available as quote on select blanks.
How should I prep artwork?
Export at 300 dpi minimum at the final print size. Use sRGB or wide-gamut RGB (not CMYK — DTG runs in RGB). Save as PNG with transparency for DTG, or as vector SVG/EPS for screen-print. Avoid hairline strokes thinner than 1pt — they don't survive a single wash.
Are there minimums?
No minimums on DTG runs — single-piece samples are allowed and priced. Screen-print effectively has a minimum (typically 24–50 pieces per design) because of the per-color setup cost; DTG is cheaper below that threshold.
How long does production take?
DTG runs 5–7 business days from file approval. Screen-print runs 7–10 business days. Plus shipping selected at checkout. Embroidered components (left-chest logos on polos and hoodies) extend the cycle by 2–3 days.
How do the prints hold up to washing?
Wash inside-out in cold water with mild detergent; tumble dry low or hang dry. Avoid bleach. Both DTG and screen-print survive 50+ washes in good condition under those rules. Hot wash + hot tumble dry significantly shortens lifespan — fade and cracking become visible by wash 20–25.
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