How to order bulk T-shirts by size and colour.

Set the brief and fix the deadline

Write down who will wear the tees, when they need them and the print method. Order two sample sizes in the actual colour. Check measurements, print the artwork and confirm the wash result before buying the full run.

Make an approval sample

Print your actual artwork on the blank. Check fine lines, opacity and placement in daylight, wear the shirt and wash it using the garment instructions. Keep this sample as the reference for your printer.

Use a counted size breakdown

Ask for individual sizes, tally by garment code and colour, and check the line totals against your head count. Confirm an allowance for misprints or late additions with your printer. Save the final breakdown so repeats use the same references.

Check the delivered cost

Use the basket to see garment discounts, VAT and delivery. Add printing, packaging and expected rejects to your own cost before you decide what to charge.