TakeHold Printing FAQ
Answers before you place an order.
Pricing, minimums, artwork, turnaround, and what happens after you approve your proof—explained without the print-shop jargon.
Screen print & embroidery
Screen Printing 25+ pieces.
Embroidery 1+ pieces.
Embroidery 1+ pieces.
Digital printing
DTG and DTF can work for small quantities.
Established locally
Printing near Nashville for over 15 years.
Nationwide shipping
Local service with orders shipped across the country.
01 — Pricing
Pricing & minimums
What affects your price, how quantities work, and ways to pay.
How does pricing work?
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Your price is driven by the garment, total quantity, decoration method, number of print locations, and—in screen printing—the number of ink colors. Larger quantities usually reduce the per-piece price. Printing one location with fewer colors is typically more economical than printing multiple locations or complex artwork.
Use the pricing calculator for the clearest starting price. If you’re combining garment styles, shirt colors, or decoration methods, send the details to our team so we can confirm the best setup.
Build your price What are your order minimums?
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Screen printing and embroidery have a standard minimum of 12 pieces. Digital printing methods such as DTG and DTF can accommodate very small quantities, including single pieces in many cases.
Quantity still matters: ordering the extras you expect to need now is usually less expensive per piece than placing a small reorder later.
What payment methods do you accept?
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We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Checks are also accepted, and established organizations may be able to use a purchase order.
Checks and purchase orders can require additional processing time, so tell us early if your organization has a specific payment workflow or deadline.
02 — Process
Ordering & timing
How an order moves from estimate to approved proof to finished apparel.
How does the order process work?
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Start with the pricing calculator and share the key details: quantity, garments, decoration locations, artwork, and deadline. Our team reviews the project and artwork, then prepares a digital proof showing what will be produced.
You review and approve that proof along with the final order details. Production begins after the required approvals and payment arrangements are complete. We do not want to print until you know what to expect.
Start your order How long will my order take?
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Timing depends on the product, decoration method, quantity, personalization, and garment availability. Typical screen-printing windows range from about 3 business days for straightforward projects to 7–14 business days for large or special orders. Names and numbers may require 7–18 business days. Shipping can add approximately 1–4 business days.
Your production timeline is confirmed with the order details. If you have a hard event date, tell us before approval so we can determine what is realistically possible.
Can I see a sample before ordering?
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Yes. We can send an unprinted garment sample for a small fee so you can evaluate fit, fabric, and color. Blank samples generally arrive quickly, depending on availability and shipping.
A printed or embroidered production sample requires setup time and has a higher cost. Contact us with the decoration details and we’ll explain the best sample option for your project.
Ask about a sample 03 — Creative
Artwork & color
The files we prefer, the design help available, and what to expect from color matching.
What artwork files should I send?
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Vector artwork is best—Adobe Illustrator (.ai) or .eps files are ideal. We can also work with high-resolution PNG, JPG, PSD, or similar raster artwork when it is approximately 200–300 dpi at the intended print size.
Avoid screenshots, tiny web graphics, or artwork copied from social media. Those files often look acceptable on a phone but become blurry or jagged when enlarged for printing.
Can you help finish or create my design?
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Yes. Basic layout help—such as arranging text, using suitable clip art, or making simple touch-ups—is often included with an order. If the artwork must be created, heavily redrawn, or rebuilt from scratch, an art fee may apply.
We’ll discuss the art scope before moving forward, then provide a proof for your approval before anything is decorated.
View creative services How close will the printed colors be?
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Screens and monitors are not reliable color references, and ink can look different on fabric than it does on coated white paper. For screen printing, Pantone-style color mixing is available on qualifying orders of 24 pieces or more. Digital printing uses CMYK output, so exact spot-color matching is not always possible.
Embroidery uses the closest available thread color. Garment color, fabric texture, lighting, and the decoration method can all affect the final appearance.
04 — Confidence
Quality & company
Our quality promise, where we work, and why customers trust TakeHold.
What happens if my order has a problem?
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Contact us as soon as you notice an issue. If an order differs materially from the proof you approved, contains a production error, or misses the confirmed terms, we’ll review what happened and work toward a practical solution. Depending on the situation, that may include a reprint, return, or another appropriate remedy.
The approved proof is the production reference, so names, quantities, placement, spelling, and colors should be checked carefully before approval.
Contact support Where are you located, and do you ship?
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Our production shop is located at 171 Commerce Drive, Suite 5, Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075, near Nashville.
We serve local customers and ship completed orders throughout the United States. If your deadline includes shipping, allow additional transit time after production.
View contact & location details How long has TakeHold been in business?
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TakeHold Printing began in 2010. Since then, we’ve helped thousands of customers with school apparel, company uniforms, events, fundraisers, brands, churches, nonprofits, and personal projects.
Our work is produced near Nashville, and our customer reviews offer the clearest picture of how we communicate, solve problems, and deliver.
Read customer reviews Still have a question about your project?
Tell us what you’re making, your quantity, and when you need it. We’ll help you choose the right decoration method and next step.
