Art Requirements, Fees, & Embroidered Logo Digitizing Setup Policy

All artwork should be provided in .eps or .ai format with all text in outline format. We run Illustrator CS6. Whenever possible, files should be full-size and not compressed or zipped. .pdf files that contain vector based graphics will work.

If your artwork isn't in .eps or .ai format, we can take whatever you have--whether it's a .jpg, .gif, or a scanned-in napkin--and create the artwork for you.

All art fees will be quoted and need budget approval and prepayment prior to any design work occuring.

Note, the average art charge even if we are converting from a rough sketch is only $20. Don't fret, we won't laugh... Just send us what you have and we will offer a art quote.

Stock Typesetting / Available Fonts

If you don't have a specific design in mind and want a quick message, a listing of our most popular fonts is provided and can be viewed HERE. You must mention any specific font you would like when you place your order.

Pantone Color Chart (aka PMS Colors)

To see approximate colors visit our online PMS color chart.
Note, colors shown are only approximate, they may vary from one monitor or printer to the next. If it is important that you have an exact color match, we suggest you visit a local print shop and ask to view their actual Pantone Chart.

Screenprinted Garments : In stock ink colors

We can mix any of the pantone colors shown on the PMS chart for screenprinting
on t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other garments. However for your convenience, and to save you ink color match charges, we offer some inks that are available in stock at no charge. See our in stock screen print ink colors.

Or you can check out our selection of in-stock logos.

Art charges apply when working from:
Word Documents (MS Word, .doc files etc... )
Paint Files
Powerpoint Files (.ppt)
Photocopies
Faxes
Business Cards
Printed Material
Smudged, marked, or otherwise dirty artwork
Continuous tone images, such as photographs

If your design is in any of these formats, please call for an art quote after e-mailing or faxing your design or rough sketch. Please fax designs to 651-638-2221 and send e-mail to art@imprintitems.com.

Screens are created on a per order basis; therefore, each order is subject to a screen order charge. Art charges and screen charges apply only for use at Collegiate Concepts. If other outputs are required, please ask when you place your order. We will request art approval from you before submitting your orders, either by fax or by e-mail. The screen charge does not give the customer ownership of printing screen. The cost of purchasing the screen is printed below, along with other printing fees.

Please request the services below at the time of your order to avoid a pull fee. A $50 pull fee will be charged for any art requests made after your order has been placed.

Screenprinting Price List:

Copy of screen-printed design other than for Collegiate Concepts' use (monotone or color; art fees not included):
   8.5" x 11" Laser Print $13 per sheet
   11" x 17" Laser Print $15 per sheet
   8.5" x 11" Vellum $15 per sheet
   11" x 17" Vellum $17 per sheet
   8.5" x 11" Film $25 per sheet
   11" x 17" Film $35 per sheet

Digital copy of design (.eps, .pdf, or .ai):
   By e-mail: $15
     dditional e-mail addresses: $7.50 per address
   By mail via 1.44" diskette: $30
   By mail via Zip® disk: $25
   By mail via compact disc: $25

Actual framed printing screens are typically used for art classes and special events when the clients print their garments themselves. A 15" x 16" screen is $100 per color.

Embroidery Setup Digitizing

Digitizing is the process of converting your logo or design into a special computer file which enables certain types of equipment to embroider your design.

A typical left-chest or hat-sized design will cost $75 to $150 to setup for embrodiery on Collegiate Concepts equipment. If your design consists only of simple words and your design requires no specific font, you may be able to waive this setup fee.

In-stock logos (for example, shamrocks, stars, or cows) are available merged with simple text for a setup fee of $25.


Ready to begin the digitizing process? You can submit for design by fax (651-638-2221) or by e-mail (art@imprintitems.com).

The digitizing fee is for Collegiate Concepts equipment only. If you require a backup of the design you may request one when placing your order; however, these are not guaranteed to work on other embroidery equipment.

Digitized logo (disks subject to shipping costs):
   By e-mail: $45
   By 1.44" diskette: $55
   By Zip® disk: $75
   By compact disc: $75

Any backups of digitized designs requested after you have placed your order will be subject to a pull fee, billed at $50 per hour, with the average backup request taking thirty minutes.

College and University Logos

The parent company of ImprintItems.com is Collegiate Concepts Custom Decorated Products. A large number of our clients are Colleges and Universities primarily in the United States. The ImprintItems.com website targets businesses and other clients
that are not Colleges. We also have the domain name CollegiateConcepts.com

These two websites are exactly the same. Some of our College clients find it easier to remember ImprintItems.com.

We are not approved to print all College and University logos on shirts, or promotional products. But, typically can do so on products that are not intended for re-sale. i.e. if the Admissions office wants to give away pens printed with the college logo while recruiting incoming students, this is usually alright for more info. click here

Company / Corporate logos:

ImprintItems.com has many large companies logos on hand or can obtain them on your behalf. Small to mid sized companies may be available, but it is best if you email them to us in .ai or .eps or other camera ready formats.

For more info. see LargeCompanies.htm