Step-by-Step: How to Make a Custom T-Shirt

Step 1: Choose Your T-Shirt Style

Decide on the style that suits your needs. We offer:

• Round Neck: Classic, comfortable, versatile

• V-Neck: Modern, flattering, stylish

• Polo Collar: Professional, smart-casual

• Chinese Collar: Distinctive, elegant

Also choose your colour, size, and fabric weight. We have a wide range of options to match any brand or occasion.

Step 2: Prepare Your Design

You have two options:

• Send us your artwork: If you have a logo, graphic, or photo, send it to us. We accept AI, PDF, EPS, PNG, and TIFF files. High-resolution files work best.

• Let us design it for you: If you don’t have artwork, describe your idea to our team. We’ll create a professional design for you free of charge.

Step 3: Review Your Proof

We send you a digital proof showing exactly how your design will look on the t-shirt. Check the spelling, colours, logo placement, and sizing. Request any changes until you’re completely happy.

Step 4: Approve and Confirm

Once you approve the proof, we proceed to production. You can pay via M-Pesa, bank transfer, or cash on collection.

Step 5: We Print Your T-Shirt

We use sublimation printing — the ink is infused directly into the polyester fibres, creating vibrant, durable, full-colour designs that won’t crack, peel, or fade.

Step 6: Receive Your T-Shirt

We deliver to your location in Nairobi. Same-day delivery is available for urgent orders. Standard orders are completed in 2-3 business days. You can also collect from our store at Lords House near Khoja Roundabout, Nairobi CBD.

Why Use Sublimation to Make Custom T-Shirts?

Sublimation is the best method for making custom t-shirts with full-colour, photo-quality designs. Unlike heat transfer vinyl that sits on top of the fabric and can peel, sublimation ink becomes part of the fabric itself. The result:

• No cracking, peeling, or fading

• Breathable, lightweight feel

• Unlimited colours and gradients

• All-over printing possible

• Machine washable

Sublimation requires a minimum of 65% polyester content. For 100% cotton t-shirts, we recommend DTF printing instead.

What You Need to Make a Custom T-Shirt

You don’t need any special equipment or skills. All you need is:

• Your design idea (or let us create one)

• Your preferred style, colour, and sizes

• Your quantity (no minimum)

• Your delivery location in Nairobi or across Kenya

We handle the rest — from design to printing to delivery.

Tips for Making the Best Custom T-Shirts

1. Keep Your Design Simple
Bold, clean designs often look better on t-shirts than complex artwork with too many elements.

2. Use High-Quality Images
Vector files (AI, PDF, EPS) for logos and text. High-resolution PNG or TIFF (300 DPI minimum) for photos.

3. Consider Colours Carefully
Think about how your design will contrast with the t-shirt colour. White ink is available for dark shirts.

4. Choose the Right Placement
Front, back, sleeve, or all-over — decide where your design should go. We can print on any area.

5. Always Review Your Proof
Check spelling, colours, and placement before approving. Changes after approval may incur extra costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I make a custom t-shirt in Nairobi?
WhatsApp us at +254 722 376 151 or visit our store at Lords House near Khoja Roundabout, Nairobi CBD. Share your idea, approve the proof, and we’ll print and deliver.

2. Do I need design skills to make a custom t-shirt?
No. Our design team assists with artwork preparation, colour matching, and design optimisation. Just tell us what you want, and we’ll create it for you.

3. What file formats do you accept for custom t-shirt designs?
We accept AI, PDF, EPS (for logos and text) and high-resolution PNG or TIFF (for photographic or gradient-based designs).

4. What t-shirt styles can I make?
We offer round neck, V-neck, polo collar, Chinese collar, and long sleeve t-shirts. We also produce 3D sublimation t-shirts.

5. Can I add my name and logo to the design?
Yes. We can print your company logo, employee name, player number, campaign slogan, team crest, or any custom design — in full colour.

6. Do you have a minimum order to make a custom t-shirt?
No minimum order — we handle single t-shirts to bulk corporate orders.

7. How much does it cost to make a custom t-shirt?
Please contact us for pricing. Costs vary based on fabric quality, quantity, and design complexity.

8. What is the turnaround time to make a custom t-shirt?
Same-day delivery available for urgent orders in Nairobi. Standard orders: 2-3 business days.

9. Can I get a sample before placing a bulk order?
Yes. We can produce a single sample t-shirt for your approval before you commit to a bulk order.

10. Can you print all-over designs on custom t-shirts?
Yes. Sublimation allows for all-over, seamless designs covering the entire t-shirt — front, back, and sleeves.

11. What colours are available for custom t-shirts?
We offer a wide range of colours including white, black, navy, red, royal blue, green, yellow, and custom shades. Colour matching is available.

12. Can you print on 100% cotton t-shirts?
Sublimation does not work on 100% cotton. For cotton t-shirts, we recommend DTF printing instead.

13. Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes. We deliver across Kenya. Delivery charges may apply for locations outside Nairobi.

14. Why choose Krayon to make a custom t-shirt in Nairobi?
We offer sublimation printing (not vinyl), free design assistance, every collar style, full-colour capability, no minimum order, same-day delivery in Nairobi, Nairobi CBD location, and competitive pricing.

Get a Quote

Ready to make your custom t-shirt in Nairobi, Kenya? Chat with us directly on WhatsApp for pricing, turnaround time, and design assistance.

WhatsApp us: +254 722 376 151

Krayon Enterprises — Lords House near Khoja Roundabout, Nairobi CBD, Kenya | Phone: +254 722 376 151 | Email: sales@krayon.co.ke | info@krayone.com | krayon.co.ke