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Making the design is the first step in creating a great T-shirt. Next, you need to choose the size and location of this design. There are many options available for the placement of your design, each with its own impact.

Left Chest.

This is a popular choice for employees or events. This placement can be used for any basic, small design. This design is approximately 7 cm away from the collar and is usually about 7-10cm.

Center Chest.

Another popular option which features a larger design at the center of the T-shirt's front. Think of the "S" logo on Superman. This design's exact dimensions and location are usually between 15-25 cm in width and 10cm below the collar.

Full front.

This placement is often used to Print large, detailed designs across the front of the T-shirt. This design is typically placed at 30x35 cm and 7cm below the collar. This is a popular size, but screen printing at this size can result in a thick Print that isn’t breathable.

Large Front

This placement is similar to Full Front. The only difference is that the design is larger. This placement is typically slightly higher up than Full Front, at about 5 cm from the collar. The size can range between 35-40 cm or even more. The size of the T-Shirts will determine the maximum size.

Collar / Small Upper Back

This is a common place for logos. This small design is typically placed under the collar on your upper back. They can be as small or small as 3 cm, but generally, they are between 5-10cm.

Upper Back.

This placement is typically larger than the collar and is often stretched across the shoulders. This placement generally is between 30-35cm in size and 10 cm below the collar. This area is excellent for displaying a logo or event name to draw attention.

Full back

This is the second most popular Print location after the Full Front. However, it is printed slightly lower than in other locations and is often larger. This design is typically placed at 30x35 cm or even 40x40cm. A classic combination is the Full Back and Left Chest.

Sleeves.

This Print location works well for simple artwork and is similar to the Left Chest. This type of artwork should be placed at a distance of 2.5 cm from the Hem. The artwork size can vary depending on design preference and personal taste.

While this blog serves as a guideline, you can make your own decisions about the size and placement of your design. Minuteman Press Lynnwood is available to provide advice or additional information about the placement of your T-shirt designs. Contact us today