Bag Printing Singapore: Silkscreen vs Embroidery vs DTF vs Sublimation — Complete Cross-Bag Methods Guide
In This Guide
- Why the Print Method Matters More Than the Design
- Silkscreen Printing — Singapore’s Dominant Bag Method
- Embroidery — Premium Tactile Brand Mark
- DTF (Direct-to-Film) — Full Colour on Any Bag
- Sublimation — Full-Wrap Colour on Polyester & Nylon
- DTG (Direct-to-Garment) — Photo Quality Small Batch
- Heat Transfer — Budget Full Colour
- Combining Methods — Two Finishes on One Bag
- Full Compatibility Matrix — Method × Material × Bag Type
- Wash Durability by Method
- Which Method for Which Singapore Brief
- Artwork File Requirements by Method
- FAQ
In Singapore’s bag printing Singapore market, the print method is the specification decision that separates a bag that looks sharp after 40 washes from one that fades after 8, a logo that matches the brand’s Pantone specification from one that approximates it, and a design that could be reproduced from one that had to be redesigned because the intended method could not handle the artwork. Silkscreen cannot reproduce gradients. Embroidery cannot reproduce photographs. Sublimation only works on polyester and nylon. DTF works on everything but has moderate wash durability. Getting this decision wrong before production begins is the single most common avoidable quality failure in Singapore’s corporate bag market.
This guide is structurally different to the canvas-bag-specific printing methods guide already available for canvas bags — it operates at the full customised bag category level, covering how every print method interacts with every bag material and every major bag type in Singapore’s market. The compatibility matrix at the end cross-references method, material, and bag type simultaneously so the correct print method can be identified for any combination in a single reference.
Whether the brief is a 500-piece NDP non-woven bag distribution, a 50-piece premium embroidered canvas client appreciation set, a 20-piece personalised rPET backpack incentive programme, or a 1,000-piece full-colour sublimated polyester drawstring sports bag — the correct print method for each is covered here.
Read These First If You Haven’t Already
This guide assumes you have selected your bag type and material. If not: customised bag types Singapore guide (which bag type for which occasion) and customised bag material guide Singapore (canvas vs non-woven vs jute vs polyester). Both decisions directly determine which print methods are available to you.
Why the Print Method Matters More Than the Design
A logo can look excellent in a digital file and disappointing on the finished bag — or excellent on the finished bag and identical to the digital file. The difference is almost always the print method, not the design. These five dimensions explain why method governs quality outcomes more directly than any other specification.
Design Complexity Ceiling
Silkscreen reproduces only flat spot colours — 1 to 4 Pantone shades with no tonal variation, no gradients, no photographs. Embroidery reproduces clean vector marks in solid thread colours — no gradients, no fine detail below 2mm. DTF and sublimation reproduce full CMYK including gradients and photographic artwork without additional cost per colour. The design’s complexity determines which methods are capable of reproducing it — not which methods the client prefers.
Material Compatibility
Sublimation only bonds with polyester and nylon fibres — it cannot be used on canvas, cotton, jute, or non-woven bags. Embroidery requires a minimum fabric weight to support thread tension without puckering — viable on canvas (8oz minimum) and woven polyester but not on non-woven or lightweight synthetic. DTG requires natural cotton fibres to bond ink — it does not work on polyester or non-woven. The bag material selected from the material guide determines which methods are physically viable.
Pantone Colour Accuracy
Silkscreen is the most Pantone-accurate method — ink is mixed from pigment to match the exact PMS code before application, producing consistent, reproducible colour across every bag in the run and across every reorder. DTF and DTG produce CMYK approximations of Pantone codes — often very close but with the inherent CMYK gamut limitations. Sublimation produces its own dye-to-fibre colour that requires careful proof before bulk approval. For brands with strict Pantone compliance requirements, silkscreen is the only method that guarantees exact PMS reproduction.
Wash Durability Hierarchy
Embroidery is permanent — thread woven into fabric does not fade regardless of wash count. Sublimation is chemically bonded to polyester fibres and is the most wash-durable flat-print method available. Silkscreen with plastisol ink is highly durable on woven fabrics — 30 to 50+ machine washes. DTF has moderate durability — 15 to 30 washes before edge cracking becomes visible. DTG fades progressively from the first wash. Heat transfer has the lowest durability. For bags intended for daily carry over months or years, the method hierarchy matters as much as the design quality.
MOQ & Setup Economics
Silkscreen has a per-colour screen setup fee that makes it most cost-efficient at 100+ pieces with 1 to 3 colours. Embroidery has a one-time digitising fee per logo that amortises across the order and is free on reorders. DTF and DTG have no setup fees — cost-efficient from as few as 10 pieces. Sublimation has no colour-count setup fee on polyester bags — the cost is per garment, not per colour. The order quantity and colour complexity determine which method’s cost structure is most commercially appropriate.
Silkscreen Printing — Singapore’s Dominant Bag Method
★ Most Widely Used in SG
Silkscreen printing — also called screen printing, serigraphy, or silk printing — pushes ink through a fine mesh screen with a stencil of the logo, applying a flat layer of ink directly to the bag surface. Each colour in the design requires a separate screen, and each screen has a setup cost charged once per order. On woven fabrics (canvas, cotton, jute) the ink is cured under heat to bond with the fibres. On non-woven polypropylene, the ink bonds to the smooth surface. Silkscreen is the most widely used bag printing Singapore method across all bag types and materials — its combination of Pantone accuracy, flat-colour definition, wash durability, and volume cost efficiency makes it the correct default method for the vast majority of Singapore’s corporate bag orders.
At 200+ pieces with a 1 to 2 colour logo, silkscreen’s per-unit branding cost is lower than every other print method available in Singapore. At 500+ pieces, the screen setup cost becomes negligible per unit and silkscreen achieves its best economics. For Singapore’s NDP distributions, trade show bags, school orientations, and corporate event giveaways — all of which typically involve simple 1 to 3 colour logos at volumes of 100 to 2,000 pieces — silkscreen is the specification that simultaneously delivers the best quality outcome and the best commercial outcome.
Colour Output
1–4 flat Pantone spot colours
Gradients
✗ Not supported
Compatible Materials
All bag materials
Setup Cost
Per-colour screen fee
Wash Durability
30–50+ machine washes
Volume Sweet Spot
100+ pcs — most efficient
Silkscreen across different bag materials — what changes
On canvas and cotton (woven fabrics): silkscreen produces the cleanest, most defined results because the tightly woven surface provides a consistent ink adhesion plane. Fine detail holds well on 8oz+ canvas; on lighter cotton, very fine lines below 0.8mm may show slight ink spread. On non-woven polypropylene: silkscreen produces excellent flat-colour results on the smooth bonded surface — typically even crisper edge definition than on woven fabric, and with excellent ink coverage across the widest range of base colours. On jute: the coarse weave texture means ink fills the fibre gaps, effectively limiting viable prints to bold logos with line weights above 2mm — fine detail is lost in the weave. On polyester and nylon: silkscreen on synthetic bags works well for flat panel areas but may require a pre-treatment primer on very smooth synthetic surfaces for optimal adhesion. Always confirm with your supplier for specific synthetic bag models.
Plastisol vs water-based silkscreen ink on bags
Plastisol ink sits on top of the fabric surface — it produces brighter, more opaque colours and is highly wash-durable, but has a slight raised tactile quality and contains PVC. Water-based ink absorbs slightly into the fabric fibres — it produces a softer, more natural feel on the fabric surface, is preferred for ESG-positioned campaigns and organic canvas bags, and is equally wash-durable when properly cured at the correct temperature. For any customised bag Singapore order where sustainability credentials extend to the ink as well as the material, specify water-based silkscreen ink explicitly in the brief.
Best for: All volume promotional bag orders (100+ pcs) with 1–3 colour Pantone-accurate logos across all bag materials. NDP canvas and non-woven distributions, trade show and conference bags, school orientations, ESG campaign bags (specify water-based ink), drawstring sports bags, foldable bag pouch silkscreen. Not suitable for gradient logos, full-colour photographic designs, or orders below 50 pieces where setup cost per unit is commercially inefficient.
Embroidery — Premium Tactile 3D Brand Mark
Highest Quality Signal
Embroidery stitches the logo directly into the bag fabric using coloured threads — a digitised stitch file maps every thread path, stitch type, stitch direction, and colour change across the design. The result is a raised three-dimensional brand mark that is tactile, texturally premium, and permanent across the bag’s entire lifespan. Embroidery cannot wash off, fade, or peel because the thread is physically woven into the fabric. It is the print method that communicates the highest brand quality signal of all options available in Singapore’s bag printing Singapore market — a recipient who touches an embroidered logo on a canvas tote or backpack immediately registers premium quality before reading the brand name.
On bags specifically, embroidery is most commonly applied to canvas tote bags (10oz+), backpacks (on the front pocket panel), laptop bags (front pocket or flap), and messenger bags (front panel). It is not viable on non-woven bags (the bonded material cannot support thread tension), jute (the coarse weave structure prevents hoop stability), or foldable bags (the thin ripstop nylon deforms under embroidery). The one-time digitising fee per logo is a setup cost charged once and waived on all subsequent reorders using the same artwork — making embroidery increasingly cost-efficient on reorder programmes.
Effect
Raised 3D thread — permanent
Wash Durability
★ Permanent — never fades
Compatible Bags
Canvas 8oz+, backpacks, laptop bags
Gradients / Photos
✗ Not possible in thread
Setup Cost
Digitising fee (one-time)
MOQ
From 50 pcs
⚠️ Canvas Weight Minimum for Embroidery on Bags
Embroidery on canvas tote bags requires a minimum of 8oz canvas — and 10oz is strongly preferred for any logo larger than approximately 6×6cm. On 8oz canvas, a tear-away or cut-away backing stabiliser must be placed behind the embroidery area during stitching to prevent the fabric from puckering and distorting around the stitching. On 10oz+ canvas, the fabric’s own density provides sufficient stability without separate backing for most standard corporate logo sizes. On structured bags (backpacks, laptop bags), the reinforced fabric panels on pocket flaps typically support embroidery well regardless of the outer bag material weight.
Best for: Premium client appreciation canvas tote bags (10oz–12oz), executive welcome kit backpacks, management-tier laptop bags, school anniversary commemorative canvas bags with crests, hospitality brand merchandise, and any customised bag order where the tactile premium quality of raised thread is part of the brand communication. Reorder economics improve with every reorder — no additional digitising fee after the first order.
DTF (Direct-to-Film) — Full Colour on Any Fabric Bag
Fastest Growing Method
DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing transfers a full-colour design from a printed PET film to the bag surface using a heat press and hot-melt adhesive powder. The film is first printed with water-based inks in full CMYK, powder adhesive is applied, and the film is then pressed onto the bag fabric — the film peels away leaving the design bonded to the surface. Full CMYK colour including gradients, illustrated artwork, photographic designs, and multi-element compositions transfer in a single press without any colour-count setup fee. This makes DTF the correct method for any bag printing Singapore brief requiring complex logos, illustrated campaign artwork, or full-colour designs at quantities below 200 pieces where silkscreen setup costs are commercially disproportionate.
DTF’s critical advantage over silkscreen is design freedom — no colour-count ceiling, no gradient limitation, no minimum order quantity for cost efficiency. Its critical limitation versus silkscreen is wash durability — the DTF film layer sits on top of the fabric rather than penetrating the fibres, making the outer edges of the design vulnerable to micro-cracking and gradual peeling after 15 to 30 machine washes. For bags used daily as grocery carriers or work totes that will be machine washed weekly, silkscreen or embroidery is more durable. For event bags, conference giveaways, and gifts that will be hand-washed occasionally, DTF’s wash performance is entirely adequate.
Colour Output
Full CMYK + gradients
Setup Cost
None — no screen or die
Compatible Bags
All fabric bags (not paper)
Wash Durability
15–30 washes (edge cracking)
Small Batch
✓ Efficient from 1 piece
Personalisation
✓ Individual names per bag
Best for: Complex multi-colour or illustrated logos, F&B and lifestyle brand merchandise bags, small-batch boutique orders (10–100 pcs), personalised incentive programme bags with individual names or QR codes, campaign artwork bags where the design changes frequently, and any brief where design complexity makes silkscreen’s colour-count economics impractical.
Sublimation — Full-Wrap Colour on Polyester & Nylon Only
Most Vibrant & Durable
Sublimation printing uses heat to convert specially formulated dye inks from solid to gas — the gaseous dye penetrates the polyester or nylon fibre and bonds permanently within the fibre structure. The result is a print that is chemically part of the fabric rather than sitting on its surface: it cannot peel, crack, or fade even after hundreds of machine washes. This makes sublimation the most wash-durable flat-print method available in Singapore’s bag market. The full CMYK gamut is available including gradients, photographic images, and full-panel illustrated designs — with no colour-count setup fee and no design complexity limitation.
Sublimation has one absolute material requirement: it only works on polyester or polyester-blend fabrics, and nylon in certain formulations. It cannot be used on canvas, cotton, jute, non-woven, or any natural fabric — the ink requires synthetic fibre polymer chains to bond with. On bags, sublimation is most commonly applied to polyester drawstring bags (where full-panel illustrated designs are most popular for sports events), polyester cooler bags, polyester backpacks, and any polyester or nylon bag where an all-over or large-area full-colour print is the design brief. Sublimation on a white or light-coloured polyester base produces the most vibrant colour output of any print method on fabric.
Colour Output
Full CMYK — most vibrant
Material Requirement
Polyester / nylon ONLY
Wash Durability
★★★ Permanent — dye-in-fibre
Base Colour
White or very light base only
Full-Panel Print
✓ Entire bag surface
Setup Cost
None — per-unit costing only
⚠️ Sublimation Cannot Be Used on Canvas, Cotton, Jute, or Non-Woven
This is the single most important technical constraint in sublimation. Sublimation dye requires synthetic polymer fibres (polyester, nylon) to bond with during the heat transfer process. On natural fibres (cotton, canvas, jute) and synthetic non-woven (polypropylene), the dye simply does not bond — it either washes out completely or produces a faded, blurred result. If a supplier quotes sublimation on a canvas bag, confirm whether the bag is 100% polyester coated canvas or genuine woven cotton canvas — the former accepts sublimation, the latter does not. Never specify sublimation for any bag described as natural cotton, organic cotton, canvas, jute, or non-woven polypropylene.
Best for: Polyester drawstring sports bags with full-panel illustrated artwork (Standard Chartered Marathon, school sports days, company runs), polyester cooler bags with full-colour F&B branding, rPET tote bags with full-colour campaign artwork, polyester backpacks requiring photographic or illustrated designs. The method to specify whenever full-colour wash-permanent printing is required on a synthetic bag material.
DTG (Direct-to-Garment) — Photo Quality, Natural Fabrics Only
Best for 1–30 Pieces
DTG (Direct-to-Garment) printing uses a modified inkjet printer to spray water-based ink directly onto the bag fabric surface — no film, no screen, no transfer paper. Full photographic-quality CMYK output is achieved at zero setup fee from a minimum of one piece. DTG bonds best with natural cotton fibres, making it the preferred small-batch full-colour method for cotton and canvas bags specifically. On polyester and synthetic bags, DTG produces inferior results — the ink does not bond chemically with synthetic fibres and requires a specialist pre-treatment for acceptable adhesion. For natural canvas and cotton bags requiring photographic quality at very small quantities — personalised VIP gifts, artist collaboration runs, pilot orders before a larger silkscreen run — DTG is the most flexible option available.
Colour Output
Full CMYK — photographic
Material Requirement
Natural cotton only — best
MOQ
From 1 piece
Wash Durability
15–25 washes (fades)
Setup Cost
None
Cost Scaling
Does not scale — high per unit
Best for: Very small batch canvas or cotton tote bags (1–30 pcs), personalised VIP gifts with unique designs per bag, artist collaboration canvas bag runs, pilot orders before committing to a larger silkscreen order, and any brief requiring full-colour photographic output on natural fabric at quantities where silkscreen setup cost is commercially impractical. Not cost-efficient above 50 pieces where DTF or silkscreen are better alternatives.
Heat Transfer — Budget Full Colour, Lower Durability
Budget Alternative to DTF
Traditional heat transfer (distinct from DTF) prints a design onto transfer paper using inkjet or laser inks, then heat-presses the paper onto the bag fabric. It produces full-colour results with no setup fees and at small quantities. It is largely superseded by DTF in Singapore’s modern bag printing market — DTF’s adhesive film layer produces superior edge definition, better wash durability, and more vibrant colour output than traditional transfer paper methods. Traditional heat transfer remains relevant for foldable bag pouches (where the silkscreen area is small and heat transfer handles the pouch exterior quickly), for very simple vinyl-cut single-colour transfers, and for bags ordered through suppliers whose equipment does not include modern DTF capability.
Colour Output
Full colour
Wash Durability
10–20 washes (cracks)
vs DTF
Older method — less durable
Best Use
Single-event bags, samples
Best for: One-off sample bags, single-event distributions where post-event washing is not expected, foldable bag pouch exterior branding, and any context where DTF is not available from the supplier. For sustained-use bags of any type, specify DTF over traditional heat transfer.
Combining Methods — Two Finishes on One Bag
The strongest executions in Singapore’s premium customised bag market often combine two methods — each handling a different element or placement for different quality outcomes.
Silkscreen (Front Panel) + Embroidery (Handle Tab or Corner)
The main campaign logo or event name silkscreen-printed on the front panel at lowest per-unit branding cost. A small embroidered brand crest or monogram added to the handle tab, carry strap base, or bottom corner — the embroidery creates a premium touch point that distinguishes the bag from a standard promotional item without the full cost of embroidering the entire front panel.
Use for: Premium event bags, corporate anniversary distributions, onboarding kits with a quality tier signal.
Embroidery (Front Logo) + DTF (Interior Lining or Pocket)
A premium canvas or structured bag with the primary brand logo embroidered on the front for the quality signal and tactile impression at first touch. An interior pocket or lining carries a full-colour DTF campaign artwork or motivational message that the user discovers when they open the bag — a surprise interior brand moment. Popular for premium executive welcome kits and client appreciation sets where the bag is intended to delight the recipient.
Use for: Executive welcome kit bags, premium client appreciation, anniversary gift sets.
Sublimation (Full-Colour Panel) + Silkscreen (Reverse Spot Colour)
On a polyester bag: the front panel carries a full-colour illustrated sublimation design — the campaign’s creative expression. The reverse carries a clean, single-colour silkscreen of the company logo in its standard Pantone colour — the corporate identity anchor. Together they give the bag creative energy on the front and professional brand clarity on the reverse. Popular for F&B brands, lifestyle campaigns, and sports event bags.
Use for: Sports event drawstring bags, F&B brand merchandise, campaign launch bags.
Full Compatibility Matrix — Method × Material × Bag Type
Cross-reference your bag material and bag type to find viable print methods. ✓✓ = Excellent | ✓ = Good | ⚠ = Conditional | ✗ = Not viable.
| Material / Bag Type | Silkscreen | Embroidery | DTF | Sublimation | DTG | Recommended Default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canvas Tote (8oz+) | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ | Silkscreen (volume) / Embroidery (premium) |
| Cotton Tote (4–6oz) | ✓✓ | ⚠ | ✓✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ | Silkscreen or DTF |
| Non-Woven Bag | ✓✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Silkscreen only |
| Jute Bag | ⚠ bold | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Silkscreen bold logo only |
| Polyester Drawstring | ✓✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✗ | Sublimation (full colour) / Silkscreen (Pantone) |
| Polyester Backpack | ✓✓ | ⚠ | ✓✓ | ⚠ panels | ✗ | Embroidery on front panel / Silkscreen |
| Nylon Backpack / Laptop Bag | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ⚠ confirm | ✗ | Embroidery (front panel) — premium default |
| Foldable Bag (Nylon/Polyester) | ✓✓ | ✗ | ⚠ | ⚠ | ✗ | Silkscreen on pouch exterior |
| Polyester Cooler Bag | ✓✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ | ⚠ flat panels | ✗ | Silkscreen or DTF (front panel) |
| rPET Tote or Bag | ✓✓ | ⚠ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✗ | Silkscreen or sublimation (Pantone vs full colour) |
Wash Durability by Method — What Survives Daily Use
A customised bag used as a daily grocery tote will be washed 200+ times over two years. Match the print method to expected wash frequency.
★ Permanent / Highest Durability
Embroidery: Thread woven into fabric — permanent across the bag’s entire lifespan. Cannot fade, crack, or peel. Durability limited only by the fabric itself, not the branding.
Sublimation on polyester: Dye chemically bonded within the polymer fibre — the print is part of the fabric. No surface layer to peel or crack. Effectively permanent for the bag’s functional lifespan.
★★ High Durability (30–50+ washes)
Silkscreen with plastisol ink on woven fabric: Ink partially penetrates and bonds with fabric fibres, cured under heat. 30–50+ machine washes before visible colour shift. Cold wash inside out and hang dry extends life significantly.
Silkscreen with water-based ink: Similar durability to plastisol when properly cured — 25–40+ machine washes. Slightly less opaque but more natural feel on fabric surface.
★★★ Moderate / Lower Durability
DTF: 15–30 machine washes before edge cracking appears. Design centre more durable than film edges. Cold wash, inside out, hang dry extends life. Adequate for event bags and occasional-wash items.
DTG: 15–25 washes with proper pre-treatment. Fades progressively — wash frequency is the primary durability determinant.
Traditional heat transfer: 10–20 washes before cracking and peeling visible at design edges. Lowest durability — event use only.
Which Method for Which Singapore Brief
Match your Singapore bag printing Singapore brief directly to the recommended print method.
NDP Distribution (500–5,000 bags)
→ Silkscreen, 1–2 colours, Pantone 485 C red on natural or white canvas/non-woven. Volume economics govern. Water-based ink for organic canvas orders. Brief by end of May.
Trade Show Conference Bag
→ Silkscreen, 2–3 colours, 8oz canvas or non-woven A3 with gusset. Sponsor co-branding on reverse panel at no additional colour cost if same colour. Brief 4 weeks before event.
Premium Client Appreciation Bag
→ Embroidery on 10oz–12oz canvas or nylon laptop bag/backpack. Tactile quality signal at first touch. One-time digitising fee — waived on all reorders. Brief September for year-end delivery.
Complex / Full-Colour Logo
→ DTF on canvas or fabric bags | Sublimation on polyester bags. Full CMYK including gradients, no colour-count penalty, no setup fees. DTF for natural materials; sublimation for synthetic.
Sports Event Drawstring Bag
→ Sublimation (full-colour illustrated design) or silkscreen (Pantone logo) on polyester drawstring. Sublimation for vibrant full-panel artwork; silkscreen for clean brand mark at volume. Both wash-durable.
ESG / Sustainability Campaign
→ Water-based silkscreen on organic canvas or jute (bold logo). Water-based ink extends sustainability credentials to the print process. No PVC. Specify explicitly in brief.
Small Batch (1–30 pcs) Personalised Bags
→ DTF on canvas or cotton (individual name/design per bag). No setup fees means each bag can carry a unique personalised design at no additional cost per variant. DTG for natural canvas photo-quality.
Exact Pantone Colour Matching Required
→ Silkscreen (any material). Ink mixed from pigment to exact PMS code before application. The only method with guaranteed Pantone reproduction. Essential for financial institutions, government agencies, established corporate brands.
Artwork File Requirements by Method
Submitting the wrong artwork format is the most common cause of production delays in Singapore’s bag printing Singapore market. Use this reference before contacting any supplier.
Silkscreen
Format: Vector mandatory — AI, EPS, or PDF with all fonts outlined. Each colour on a separate layer.
Colour: Pantone Solid Coated (PMS) code per colour. No CMYK or RGB values — screen ink is mixed to Pantone reference only.
Common error: Gradients and drop shadows in file. Convert all to flat solid fills before submission.
Embroidery
Format: Vector AI or EPS as design reference. Supplier digitiser creates DST or PES stitch file from vector artwork.
Thread colours: Madeira, Gunold, or Isacord thread colour codes. Request swatch match before bulk approval.
Common error: Fine detail below 2mm — thread cannot hold this scale. Simplify logo before digitising.
DTF
Format: High-resolution PNG with transparent background at 300 DPI at actual print size, or vector AI/EPS/PDF. CMYK colour mode.
Background: Transparent only — white background prints as white on the bag surface.
Common error: RGB file submitted. Neon colours cannot be reproduced in CMYK — convert first.
Sublimation
Format: High-resolution PNG or TIFF at 300 DPI at print size, CMYK. Or vector AI/EPS/PDF for logo-only designs.
Base colour: White/light base polyester only. Dark colours in the design print onto the bag base — confirm base colour.
Common error: Requesting sublimation on canvas or cotton — it does not bond with natural fibres.
COPY-READY BAG PRINTING BRIEF — AQUAHOLIC GIFTS
Bag type: [ ] Canvas tote [ ] Non-woven [ ] Drawstring [ ] Backpack [ ] Laptop bag [ ] Cooler [ ] Foldable [ ] Jute [ ] Other: _______
Bag material: [ ] Canvas 8oz [ ] Canvas 10oz [ ] Canvas 12oz [ ] Cotton [ ] Non-woven [ ] Polyester [ ] Nylon [ ] rPET [ ] Jute
Print method: [ ] Silkscreen [ ] Embroidery [ ] DTF [ ] Sublimation [ ] DTG [ ] Heat transfer
Number of print colours (silkscreen): _______ Pantone codes: _______ / _______ / _______
Thread colours (embroidery — Madeira codes): _______________________
Print placement: [ ] Front panel [ ] Front + reverse [ ] Handle tab / strap [ ] Other: _______
Print area (W × H): _______ cm × _______ cm Bag size: [ ] A5 [ ] A4 [ ] A3 [ ] Other: _______
Quantity: _______ pcs Required delivery date: _______ GeBIZ required: [ ] Yes [ ] No
Artwork file format: [ ] AI/EPS/PDF vector [ ] PNG 300 DPI [ ] To be provided
Colour mode: [ ] CMYK [ ] RGB — convert needed Fonts outlined: [ ] Yes [ ] N/A
Physical sample before bulk: [ ] Yes (recommended 200+ pcs) [ ] No
ESG requirements: [ ] Water-based ink [ ] Organic canvas [ ] rPET material [ ] GRS certification needed
