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Custom DTG Printing in Pasadena, California

Custom DTG printing for Pasadena, CA - unlimited colors, photographic detail, and the softest hand feel possible. French Press Custom is the Crown City, known worldwide for the Rose Bowl and a thriving cultural scene, providing direct-to-garment printing to brands, Etsy sellers, and businesses across the San Gabriel Valley region. Rush production available for urgent Pasadena orders.

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Local to Pasadena

Serving Pasadena From Right Next Door

Pasadena is about 25 minutes north via the 605 and 210. We print for the shops and restaurants of Old Town along Colorado Boulevard, student and lab groups from the campuses near Caltech and JPL, volunteer shirts for Rose Parade-season events, and the offices along South Lake Avenue.

Qualifying Pasadena orders deliver free locally; otherwise plan a 25-minute drive for pickup.

Popular with Pasadena customers

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DTG Printing

What Is DTG Printing?

Everything you need to know about dtg printing services for Pasadena businesses and organizations.

DTG (direct-to-garment) printing uses industrial inkjet technology to spray water-based ink directly onto the fabric. This allows full-color, photographic-quality prints with unlimited colors and zero setup fees. Ideal for small orders, sample runs, and complex artwork that would be prohibitively expensive with screen printing.

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Why French Press Custom

Why Pasadena Businesses Choose Us

Serving the San Gabriel Valley region with premium dtg printing since 2010.

No minimum order quantity - print just 1 shirt

Unlimited colors at no extra cost per color

Photographic quality at 1,440 DPI resolution

Water-based ink for ultra-soft hand feel

Rush turnaround available on urgent orders

Perfect for samples, prototypes, and print-on-demand

Transparent Pricing

DTG Printing Pricing for Pasadena

No hidden fees - here's what to expect. Request a free quote for exact pricing on your project.

Quantity	Per piece (light garment to dark garment)
1-11 pieces	$20.00 - $25.00/pc
12-30 pieces	$15.00 - $20.00/pc
31-50 pieces	$12.00 - $15.00/pc
51-100 pieces	$8.00 - $10.00/pc
101-250 pieces	$6.00 - $8.00/pc
251+ pieces	$5.00 - $6.50/pc

No minimum (1 piece). Prices are per piece, decoration only. Blank garment is additional and priced from live wholesale catalogs.

No setup fee and no minimum. Unlimited colors in one pass.

Range shown is one print location: light garments at the low end, dark garments (white underbase) at the high end.

DTG has zero setup fees regardless of number of colors. Price per piece decreases with quantity. Best results on 100% cotton garments.

Prices exclude CA sales tax (10.5%), which applies to the blank garment only.

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Common Questions

DTG Printing FAQ - Pasadena

Answers to the most common questions about dtg printing for Pasadena businesses and organizations.

Can I get DTG printing near Pasadena with no minimums?

Yes! French Press Custom offers DTG (direct-to-garment) printing with absolutely no minimums - print a single shirt if you want. Our facility is just 25 minutes from Pasadena and we serve artists, brands, and businesses throughout the San Gabriel Valley region. No setup fees, no screen charges, just pay per print.

How fast can I get DTG printed shirts delivered to Pasadena?

DTG turnaround depends on order size and our current production schedule. For Pasadena orders, rush production may be available case-by-case. Since we're only 25 minutes away, local pickup is always an option for the fastest turnaround.

What is DTG printing and how does it work?

DTG (direct-to-garment) printing works like an inkjet printer for fabric. Your design is printed directly onto the garment using water-based CMYK + white ink at up to 1,440 DPI resolution. The result is photographic-quality prints with an ultra-soft hand feel - you can barely feel the ink on the fabric. Best for full-color designs, photographs, and small orders.

Is DTG printing durable? Will it fade or crack?

DTG prints are very durable when properly cared for. The water-based inks bond directly with the cotton fibers, so there's nothing on the surface to crack or peel (unlike some screen printing inks or vinyl). Wash inside-out in cold water and tumble dry low for best longevity. DTG prints maintain their quality through 50+ washes.

What fabrics work with DTG printing?

DTG works best on 100% cotton and high-cotton blends (at least 50% cotton). The water-based inks need natural fibers to bond with. For 100% polyester, synthetic blends, or nylon, we recommend DTF (direct-to-film) printing instead, which works on any fabric type. We'll recommend the best method for your specific garment.

Can you rush dtg printing in Pasadena?

Yes. Rush windows by method: screen printing and embroidery in 3-5 days, DTG and DTF in 2-3 days, heat transfer vinyl in 24-48 hours, quoted per project. Pickup in Santa Fe Springs as soon as the job is done, or local delivery to Pasadena. See our rush printing page for details.

Customer Reviews

What San Gabriel Valley Customers Say

4,355+ five-star reviews and counting. Here's what businesses near Pasadena say about our dtg printing.

“They handle individual orders with different designs every day and the quality is consistently perfect. Our customers always comment on how soft the prints feel.”

Rachel T.

Pasadena, CA

“They turned around 30 beautiful memorial shirts in one day. The photo quality was stunning.”

Maria G.

Montebello, CA

“Being able to print 12 different designs at just 3 pieces each without setup fees was a game-changer for our launch.”

Andre K.

Los Angeles, CA

Our Location

Directions from Pasadena to French Press Custom

Just 25 minutes (18 miles) from Pasadena - free local delivery on qualifying orders.

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DTG Printing Articles & Guides

Helpful resources for Pasadena businesses planning dtg printing projects.

How to Start a Clothing Brand with Custom Printing in 2026

Step-by-step guide to launching your own clothing brand using custom printing. From design to production to selling online. Real costs and practical advice.

Bella+Canvas vs Gildan vs Next Level: Choosing the Right Blank T-Shirt

Bella+Canvas 3001 vs Gildan 5000 vs Next Level 3600 (plus Comfort Colors 1717): spec table, pairwise comparisons, sizing differences, and which blank prints best for events, merch, and bulk orders.

Serving Pasadena

Businesses We Serve in Pasadena

About 30 minutes north via the 605 and 210, we serve Pasadena businesses from Old Town on Colorado Boulevard to the offices along South Lake Avenue and the institutions near Caltech and JPL. Whether you need volunteer shirts for a Rose Parade-season event, student club merch, or corporate apparel for a South Lake Avenue office, French Press Custom delivers with free proofs and fast turnaround.

Old Town Pasadena on Colorado Boulevard

South Lake Avenue shopping district

Pasadena Playhouse District

the Rose Bowl area

Schools, hospitals, employers and small businesses across Pasadena order from us.

Pasadena School Spirit Wear

We print spirit wear for schools, PTAs and booster clubs across Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley area. Online stores, exact color matching, and built-in fundraising for every program.

Learn about school spirit wear programs

Ready to Get Started?

Get a free quote for your dtg printing project in Pasadena. We're just 25 minutes away. No minimums on DTG, 24-piece minimum on screen printing.

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Custom DTG Printing in Pasadena, California

Quantity

Per piece (light garment to dark garment)

1-11 pieces

$20.00 - $25.00/pc

12-30 pieces

$15.00 - $20.00/pc

31-50 pieces

$12.00 - $15.00/pc

51-100 pieces

$8.00 - $10.00/pc

101-250 pieces

$6.00 - $8.00/pc

251+ pieces

$5.00 - $6.50/pc

Businesses We Serve in Pasadena

Custom DTG Printing in Pasadena, California

Serving Pasadena From Right Next Door

What Is DTG Printing?

Why Pasadena Businesses Choose Us

DTG Printing Pricing for Pasadena

DTG Printing FAQ - Pasadena

What San Gabriel Valley Customers Say

Directions from Pasadena to French Press Custom

DTG Printing Articles & Guides

How to Start a Clothing Brand with Custom Printing in 2026

Bella+Canvas vs Gildan vs Next Level: Choosing the Right Blank T-Shirt

Businesses We Serve in Pasadena

Pasadena School Spirit Wear

DTG Printing Near Pasadena

Other Services in Pasadena

Ready to Get Started?

Custom DTG Printing in Pasadena, California

Serving Pasadena From Right Next Door

What Is DTG Printing?

Why Pasadena Businesses Choose Us

DTG Printing Pricing for Pasadena

DTG Printing FAQ - Pasadena

What San Gabriel Valley Customers Say

Directions from Pasadena to French Press Custom

DTG Printing Articles & Guides

How to Start a Clothing Brand with Custom Printing in 2026

Bella+Canvas vs Gildan vs Next Level: Choosing the Right Blank T-Shirt

Businesses We Serve in Pasadena

Pasadena School Spirit Wear

DTG Printing Near Pasadena

Other Services in Pasadena

Ready to Get Started?