Depending on the print result you’re going for, one may serve your needs better than the other—but you can rest assured that all three will give you a lasting print that will be soft to the touch and won’t crack or peel.

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SuperSoft

A water-based ink that literally dyes the fabric of your t-shirt. Depending on the shirt fabric, SuperSoft could result in a more vintage looking print, but always one that's extraordinarily soft.

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Bold

Our Bold ink is a high-opacity water-based ink that creates a slightly thicker print than SuperSoft. While it has a bit of a feel to it, the results are an exceptionally vibrant print across all fabric colors and blends.

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AS Colour 5001 Staple Tee in Mushroom (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
AS Colour 5001
4.9

Staple Tee

Bella+Canvas 3001 Unisex Jersey Short Sleeve Tee in Natural (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Bella+Canvas 3001
4.9

Unisex Jersey Short Sleeve Tee

Next Level Apparel 3600 Premium Fitted Short Sleeve Crew in Sand (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Next Level Apparel 3600
4.8

Premium Fitted Short Sleeve Crew

Lane Seven LST002 Vintage Crewneck Tee in Vintage Zinc (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Lane Seven LST002
5.0

Vintage Crewneck Tee

LAT Apparel 6902 Adult Vintage Wash Tee in Washed Natural (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
LAT Apparel 6902

Adult Vintage Wash Tee

Comfort Colors 1717 Garment-Dyed T-Shirt in Khaki (model:male, size:large, view:front)
Comfort Colors 1717
4.9

Garment-Dyed T-Shirt

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How Is Water-Based Ink Different?

Unlike their PVC-based plastisol counterparts, water-based screen printing inks utilize water as the primary solvent. This fundamental difference makes them more environmentally friendly and aligns with our potential customers' sustainability values. 

The beauty is in the details.

Choose from our add-on options to add a retail-quality feel that will make your brand stand out.

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Add-On

Custom Tag Printing

Custom printed tags give your brand an extra touchpoint in a cool, memorable way.

the words lady fury printed using foil print style
Specialty Printing

Foil Printing

Give your shirts some shine by including a foil print that will make you stand out in a crowd.

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Add-On

Hem Tags

Hem tags are a fashionable, attention-grabbing feature you can add to the bottom seam or shirt sleeve.

a detailed image printed using metallic ink
Specialty Printing

Metallic Ink

Give your shirts some glimmer with our metallic inks.

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Add-On

Folding & Polybagging

Look sharp while keeping your garments clean & protected during storage or transit.

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Specialty Printing

Puff Print

Puff print is a specialized screen printing technique that creates a raised, three-dimensional effect on printed designs.

a tote bag printed with green ink with an earthy design and text that says "Sisters Farmers Market"

Real Thread’s Commitment to Sustainability

We're committed to sustainability, ensuring our impact is big while leaving a small eco-footprint. Our eco-friendly approach spans our entire process, from using water-based inks that are PVC-free and safer for the planet to partnering with sustainable suppliers like Bella + Canvas®, Allmade®, RoyalApparel®, and Econscious®. 

Our efficient workflow, powered by new technologies, minimizes waste, and we're dedicated to reusing or recycling garments to reduce our environmental footprint. We actively support community initiatives and offer our team profit-sharing and volunteer opportunities. Join us in making a positive impact—explore our eco-friendly products today! 

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Allmade AL3000 Unisex Heavyweight Recycled Cotton Tee in Ash Grey (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Allmade AL3000
4.5

Unisex Heavyweight Recycled Cotton Tee

econscious EC8040 Organic Cotton Canvas Market Tote in Natural (size:one size fits most, view:front)
econscious EC8040
5.0

Organic Cotton Canvas Market Tote

Original Favorites SUPLONG American Grown Supima® 100% Cotton 6oz Long Sleeve T-Shirt in Natural (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Original Favorites SUPLONG
5.0

American Grown Supima® 100% Cotton 6oz Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Allmade AL2100 Unisex Organic Cotton Tee in Granite Grey Heather (size:medium, view:front)
Allmade AL2100
5.0

Unisex Organic Cotton Tee

Original Favorites HOOD Organic Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt in Natural (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Original Favorites HOOD
5.0

Organic Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt

AS Colour 5001G Staple Organic Tee in Natural (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
AS Colour 5001G
5.0

Staple Organic Tee

AS Colour 4001G Women's Maple Organic Tee in Natural (model:female, size:medium, view:front)
AS Colour 4001G

Women's Maple Organic Tee

Royal Apparel 64051 Unisex Viscose Hemp Organic Tee in Sand (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Royal Apparel 64051
5.0

Unisex Viscose Hemp Organic Tee

Known Supply U100 Unisex T-Shirt in Oatmeal (model:male, size:medium, view:front)
Known Supply U100
4.0

Unisex T-Shirt

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