Screen printing is the most widely used method of t-shirt printing. In the simplest terms possible, an ink-blocking stencil (the design) is applied to a woven mesh. The stencil forms an open area through which ink or other substances can be transferred and pressed onto the shirt.

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Pros: 

• Perfect for larger designs consisting of one or two colors

• Ideal for printing onto cotton and poly cotton clothing items

• The ink is heat dried, therefore the garments can withstand the roughness of machine washing
   

Cons:

• Each color is applied separately, making the cost higher per additional color

• Separate screens are required for each individual design. So, for each additional color, a new screen will need to be used.

• Not the best option if your design consists of several colors.

• Coated fabrics cannot be screen printed.

• Longer turn around time if many colors are used

• Time consuming to set up and clean.