How it Works
From the first idea to the finished product in your hands, getting custom printed apparel should feel exciting. At Artik, we've spent years making the process as straightforward and enjoyable as possible. This way, you can go from concept to creation without the stress.
No matter if you’re ordering custom printed t-shirts for a corporate event, branded hoodies for a university team, or promotional products for a trade show, understanding how it works at Artik means knowing you're in good hands every step of the way.
We're Canada's trusted source for custom apparel and promotional products. Our Toronto-based production team is here to bring your vision to life, on time and on budget.
How It Works: Our Custom Printing Process
Getting started with us is simple. We've designed our process to take the guesswork out of custom printing, so you spend less time worrying and more time looking forward to your order arriving.
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Screen printing is one of the most popular methods for bulk custom apparel, and it's easy to see why. It delivers vibrant, long-lasting color that holds up wash after wash. It’s the go-to choice for custom-printed t-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts ordered in volume.
The process involves pressing ink through a mesh screen directly onto your garment. Each color in your design gets its own screen, which means the more detail and color in your artwork, the more screens are involved. This method works best for orders of 12 pieces or more. The per-unit cost drops significantly as quantity increases, which makes it a smart option for marketing teams, event organizers, schools, and universities placing bulk orders.
Our in-house screen printing team in Toronto handles production with precision and care, so colors stay sharp and consistent across your entire order.
Embroidery adds a polished, premium look to your custom apparel. Instead of printing ink onto fabric, our machines stitch your logo or design directly into the garment using thread. The result is a textured, professional finish that works beautifully on polos, jackets, hats, and uniforms.
This method is a favourite among corporate clients, HR departments, and businesses looking to outfit their teams in branded workwear that genuinely looks the part. Embroidery holds its quality over time and communicates a level of craftsmanship that resonates with clients and customers alike.
When you submit your artwork, our team digitizes the design and converts it into an embroidery file. From there, production runs efficiently, and your finished pieces carry a quality you can see and feel.
Personalizing sports uniforms and team apparel has never been easier. Our names and numbers service lets you add individual player names, jersey numbers, or any custom text to garments. It’s perfect for hockey teams, baseball leagues, soccer clubs, school sports programs, and more.
We work with a range of application methods to get the right look and durability for your sport and garment type. From recreational leagues to competitive university teams, this service adds that finishing touch that makes a uniform feel like it truly belongs to the person wearing it.
Why Businesses Across Canada Choose Us
Ordering custom apparel is a big decision, especially in bulk. Here at Artik, we've spent decades earning the trust of marketing teams and businesses of all sizes across Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec, and Alberta.
With over 35 years in the industry, our Toronto team knows how to handle large orders, tight timelines, and unique design requests without cutting corners. Competitive pricing, a wide product selection, and a satisfaction guarantee mean you can order with peace of mind.
Now that you know how it works, the only thing left is getting started. Pick your product, choose your customization method, and let our team handle the rest. Got questions? Contact us, and let's make something great together.
Customization is our specialty!
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