DESIGN:
Above all things, we are creators.
We are designers. We are makers.
Most of all, we are passionate about making things look good.
Looking bad is not an option we offer.
BUILD:
In the days of iEverything, craftsmanship is key. The Sanctuary is filled with big machines and tools that we handle with ease. From screen-printing shirts to custom building stages, we value being hands on in our work.
EXPERIENCE
In our work, adventure leads to discovery and discovery leads to memories that last. That’s our goal.
We create more than a product.
We create an experience for our clients and their customers.

F.A.Q.

This short video might answer many of your questions:

What is the minimum quantity of shirts I can order?

24 shirts is our minimum. If you wanted less than that, the price per shirt would add up to the same as if you ordered 24 shirts. Our reason for this is that it takes the same amount of time and labor to prepare the artwork for screen printing, produce the film and coat, burn the screens and set up the press to print shirts. Once we actually start printing, the time difference isn’t significant between 12, 24, 100 shirts, etc…

If I were to order 100 apparel items, could I split them into two different graphics and still receive 100 quantity pricing?

No. The orders are based on design and graphic setup. If you wanted 100 shirts of the same design, then it would receive 100 quantity pricing. Two different designs would require twice the amount of screens and set up. Thus, it would be priced as two orders of 50 shirts.

How long is your turnaround time?

Our turnaround time is 10 working days (Monday-Friday) from when we receive approved artwork and payment to when your order is printed and shipped from our location. Shipping transit time is 1-5 working days (depending on your location), so total turnaround time is between 2-3 weeks. Generally, we get order out in 7-8 days, but 10 working days is the standard for all types of orders.

Do working days include Saturdays and Sundays?

Our standard 10 working day turnaround time (plus shipping transit time) DOES NOT include Saturdays, Sundays or major holidays. Please take that into account when you are planning your order.

What kind of shirts do you have? Are they good quality?

Our standard shirts are 100% cotton, Heavyweight 5.6 oz, Preshrunk T-shirts. More expensive and/or heavier weight t-shirts are available upon request. Prices listed on our Web site are for good, quality 100% cotton t-shirts. 50/50 t-shirts are also available upon request and are priced the same as 100% cotton t-shirts.

How big of an image can you print on a shirt? How big can I make my artwork?

Our maximum print area is 12.5 inches by 16 inches per side for t-shirts. Most t-shirt images are 10” to 11” across the chest, but it’s up to you to decide how big you want your graphics to be. Your artwork should be created to that size. It’s all a matter of your taste.

I want to get black shirts with white ink on the front and the back. How many colors would that be?

Two. We would have to print one color (white) on the front of the shirt and then print one color (white) on the back. That makes it a two color job, even if both the front and back are white.

Can I see a completed print before the job is run?

Yes. This is called a “press proof.” A press proof is recommended for large quantities or complex jobs. We will not print a press proof until deposit is paid on an entire order.

How do I need to set up my files?

Illustrator files: Please make sure your art is the size you want it to be printed on the garment. All text should be saved as outlines. Make sure each color is grouped or on its own layer.

Photoshop files (multiple color): Please make sure that the art is to the size you want it to be printed on the garment. Art files can be no less than 300 dpi. We cannot stress this enough. Images off your Web site or Myspace will not print on a t-shirt. Each color must be on a separate layer. All Photoshop files should be saved as unflattened .psd files.

Please email us with any questions or problems you might encounter at hello@sanctuaryprintshop.com

What does Design cost?

Sanctuary Printshop has an amazing illustrator/ graphic artist on staff available to you. He can clean up your existing artwork drawn in pencil on a napkin, or design something from scratch based on your ideas.

Design rates:

  • Artwork clean up: $50.00 an hour
  • New Creation: $250.00 flat

We also have an extensive list of the best freelancers in our business. If for some reason what you see doesn’t fit your project, please email us with the budget you have in mind and the style you’re trying to achieve. We will get you in touch with a professional that will take care of you.

View our design portfolio

What do you do about screens?

If your job has small design elements that can be combined on one screen, we will save you money by reducing the cost from $10 per design to $5 per screen wash and $10 per screen turn.

What kind of garments do you carry?

GARMENT EXAMPLES (coming soon!)

Talk to me about your inks. What can you do?

  • Standard colors all available at no extra charge.
  • Special pantone colors can be mixed for a one time (per order) extra charge of $15.00 per color
  • Discharge inks are $1.00 extra per color, per garment.
  • White underbase is required on most designs printed on dark garments. White underbase is charged as a color.