Choosing the right decoration method
With 15 years of experience in the industry, we are proud to be masters of our craft, and we love bringing our clients’ visions to life. We help busy leaders easily design & source custom merch that their teams, customers and community will be proud to wear.
Screen printing is the most cost-effective option for larger runs, embroidery gives caps, fleece and jackets a premium finish, and full-colour Direct Film Transfer printing handles detailed artwork on smaller orders. Our experienced team can help recommend the best decoration method for your project, depending on the item and quantity.
Add custom patches, neck tags and woven labels to turn your merch into a branded collection, or pair your apparel with promotional products for events and client gifts.
We love our industry and we love working with our customers. Stay Golden Custom is based in Atlantic Canada and ships free on orders over $300 anywhere in Canada.
What is the difference between screen printing and Direct Film Transfer printing?
Screen printing pushes ink through a mesh screen one colour at a time, so it is the most cost-effective choice for high-volume orders of 24 units or more. It can print up to 10 ink colours, but each ink colour adds to the cost of the print. Direct Film Transfer printing prints your full-colour design digitally and heat seals it onto the garment, so it suits detailed artwork and orders as small as 3 units.
What is the minimum order for custom screen printed T-shirts?
Screen printing is available on orders of 24 units or more with the same design. It can print up to 10 ink colours, and each ink colour adds to the cost of the print. For smaller runs, Direct Film Transfer printing starts at 3 units and handles detailed, full-colour artwork.
Is embroidery or printing better for custom hats?
Embroidery is the go-to for custom hats and toques. Stay Golden Custom stitches your logo on our professional-grade Tajima embroidery machines for a clean, long-lasting finish. For a different look, a laser engraved leatherette patch is a popular option on caps and toques.
Which decoration method is best for full-colour designs?
For photos, gradients and detailed full-colour artwork, Direct Film Transfer printing is the best fit. There is no limit on the number of colours, and it works on orders as small as 3 units. Our team will recommend the right method for your garment and design.
Can you add custom printed neck labels to my apparel?
Yes. The Stay Golden Custom private label program includes custom-printed neck labels, woven hem labels and design support, so your apparel looks and feels like a retail clothing line. Printed neck labels are a special add-on service with a minimum of 72 units per product.
What types of custom patches do you offer?
We offer embroidered, woven and sublimated patches, plus our best-selling laser engraved leatherette patches, which are made in Canada. Patches can be ordered on their own or added to hats, toques and apparel by our team. Minimum order quantities vary by patch type, and you can find more details on our custom patches page.