What Files Are Needed for Custom Sublimation Printing on Activewear?
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- Sep 11,2026
Provide production-ready artwork together with clear instructions for print scale, placement, colors, repeats, and garment panels.
For custom sublimation printing, the artwork package should allow the print team to match each graphic to the approved garment pattern before sampling or bulk production.
Artwork and color files
- Editable vector artwork for logos, text, or geometric graphics
- High-resolution raster artwork for photographic or complex repeat prints
- Pantone or other agreed color references
- File version number and approval date
Print layout and pattern information
- Print scale and repeat dimensions
- Garment panel or placement map
- Artwork orientation on each panel
- Seam allowances and bleed areas
Review all-over prints against the actual pattern
If graphics continue across side seams or multiple panels, confirm whether exact seam matching is required. This can affect artwork preparation, cutting, production complexity, and cost. The final layout should be reviewed against the actual garment pattern rather than a flat on-screen mockup alone.
Confirm the physical print before bulk
Check color, scale, sharpness, and overall appearance on the selected fabric.
Check print appearance during stretch and confirm the placement on each garment panel.
Sublimation is generally suited to polyester-based fabrics. Confirm the selected fabric composition and base color with the intended print method before sampling.
At Call The STYLE, the artwork, selected fabric, garment pattern, and print method can be reviewed together before sampling and bulk production.
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