All artwork should be provided in .eps or .ai format with all text in outline format, we run Illustrator 10.0 and CS2. 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, Collegiate Concepts 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 payment 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.

Pantone Color Chart (aka PMS 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.

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.

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.