Launch your merch without upfront costs, inventory risk, or guesswork. With The Tee’s free t-shirt printing model, you supply the artwork, we create professional free mockups, you sell during a defined pre-sale window, and then you only order what sold. It’s the simplest way for brands, bands, creators, schools, charities, and companies to sell premium AS Colour t-shirts with zero financial risk.

• No minimum orders
• Premium AS Colour blanks
• Melbourne production
• Fast AU-wide delivery
• DTF/DTG/screen printing
• Free design support

How the Free Printing Pre-Sale Model Works

1. Send your artwork and campaign details (designs, colours, sizes, dates)
2. Receive free mockups you can use on your site, socials, and email
3. Open pre-sales for a fixed period (typically 7–28 days)
4. Collect orders at your RRP (you keep the margin)
5. Order exactly what sold from The Tee. No minimums and no leftover stock
6. We print and ship premium AS Colour tees Australia-wide, fast

Why Creators and Brands Choose The Tee

• Zero upfront cost: No setup fees or inventory purchases
• No minimums: Print one shirt or 1,000+ from the same campaign
• Premium quality: We print exclusively on AS Colour blanks
• Pro-grade mockups: Free, ready-to-use product visuals and storefront copy
• Flexible printing: DTF, DTG, screen printing, and embroidery where appropriate
• Fast turnaround: Printed in Melbourne with tracked, AU-wide delivery
• Sustainable: On-demand production reduces waste; organic cotton options available

Program Options

• Pre-Sale Campaign: Best for limited drops and fundraising. Run a 1–4 week window, then manufacture what sold.
• On-Demand: Keep designs available year-round and order in small batches as you sell.
• Hybrid: Pre-sale to validate demand, then move bestsellers to on-demand or bulk.

What You Get From The Tee

• Mockup pack: Multiple angles, colourways, and square/portrait ratios for social and product pages
• Artwork checks: Sizing, placement, colour profiling, and print-method recommendations
• Campaign framework: Timeline, messaging, and best-practice launch checklist

Recommended Timeline

• Week 0: Artwork submitted, mockups prepared, landing page drafted
• Week 1: Campaign launch across social, email, and your site
• Week 2–3: Mid-campaign push, reminders, and last-chance messaging
• Week 3–4: Pre-sale closes; consolidated order sent to The Tee
• Week 4–6: Production and dispatch AU-wide

Simple Margin Example

*Costs vary by style, colours, print size/placements, and quantity. Ask for a tailored quote.

Who This Is Perfect For

• Bands and creators: Limited drops, tour tees, collabs.
• Schools and clubs: Leavers’ tees, team merch, supporter gear.
• Charities and events: Fundraising campaigns with no risk.
• Brands and startups: Validate demand before bulk production.

Printing Methods We Use

• DTF: Vibrant, durable, works on light and dark colours; ideal for short runs and full colour
• DTG: Photo-quality on cotton garments; great for detail and gradients
• Screen Printing: Best unit economics at scale for bold designs
• Embroidery: Premium logos and accents for selected placements

Artwork & File Guidelines

• Preferred: vector (AI, PDF, EPS) or high-res PNG (300 DPI+) with transparent background.
• Maximise contrast on garment colours; avoid ultra-fine lines on textured fabrics.
• We offer free checks and can advise on print sizes for chest, back, and sleeve placements.

Shipping & Fulfilment

• Printed in Melbourne; tracked AU-wide delivery.
• Typical delivery: 1–2 business days Melbourne Metro; 2–4 business days major cities.
• Bulk packing or individual bagging available on request.

Get Started

Ready to launch a zero-risk merch drop? Send us your artwork and campaign dates. We’ll prepare free mockups and help you set up a pre-sale that sells.

Design support, premium AS Colour quality, no minimums, and Australia-wide delivery — all with no upfront cost.