Sublimated Team Jerseys: Get a Bulk Order Quote
Quick answer: To get an accurate bulk quote for sublimated team jerseys, send your supplier six things: your sport, your quantity, a size breakdown, your design or logo, your names and numbers, and the date you need them. Expect most suppliers to ask for a minimum of about 5 to 12 jerseys, and to take anywhere from 12 days to 6 weeks to produce them. Send all six at once and you will get a firm price, not a vague “from†price.
Most teams lose a week or two before they even place an order, because they send half the details and spend days going back and forth. This guide gives you a quote pack you can copy, explains what each part does to the price, and shows how to compare two quotes fairly.
What Sublimated Means, Quickly
Sublimation is a printing method for polyester fabric. Special ink is printed onto paper, then heat turns the ink into a gas that sinks into the fabric fibers. The design becomes part of the cloth, instead of sitting on top.
That is why sublimated jerseys do not crack, peel, or flake the way a screen printed design can. It also means you can print any number of colors, photos, and patterns across the whole jersey, from edge to edge.
One rule to remember: sublimation works best on white or light fabric. It cannot print a light color onto a dark shirt.
The Quote Pack: Copy, Paste, Send
Fill this in, and you will get an accurate quote on the first reply.
- Team or club name:
- Sport:
- Jersey style (crew neck, V-neck, button up, sleeveless):
- Quantity (total jerseys):
- Size breakdown (youth S/M/L, adult S/M/L/XL/2XL):
- Design: attached logo file or a sketch
- Team colors (names or hex codes if you have them):
- Player names (yes or no, and how many):
- Player numbers (yes or no, front, back, sleeves):
- Sponsor logos (how many, and where):
- Date I need them in hand:
- Delivery address (city and state):
- Anything else (matching shorts, socks, a few spares):
Now let’s go through why each line matters.
Why Each Line Changes Your Price
Sport and style. A sleeveless basketball jersey uses less fabric than a long sleeve hockey jersey with a bigger cut. Different cuts, collars, and fabric weights all have different costs.
Quantity. Like most custom work, the price per jersey drops as the order grows, because design setup is shared across more pieces. Ask for prices at two or three quantities, such as 12, 24, and 40, so you can see where the best break is.
Size breakdown. This is the line people rush, and it causes the most trouble. Do not guess sizes. Ask players to try on a sample jersey from a supplier or a similar fit, so you do not end up with six that do not fit and a reorder.
Design file. A clean logo means a faster, cheaper design. A blurry photo needs to be redrawn first, which can add time. If your artwork is rough, ask about vector art, which turns it into sharp, print ready lines.
Colors. Sublimation prints in a standard color mix, so exact brand colors can look slightly different from what you see on a screen. If your team color is important, ask for a color proof or a fabric swatch before you approve the full order.
Names and numbers. Some suppliers include them in the price. Others charge per jersey. Ask which one it is.
Sponsor logos. Each extra logo adds design work. Tell the supplier early, so the layout leaves room.
Date. A tight deadline can cost extra, because a rush fee may apply. A flexible date gives the supplier room to quote their standard price.
What Do Sublimated Jerseys Cost?
Here is what you will see across US suppliers right now. These are market ranges, so treat them as a guide. Your own price comes from a quote.
| WhatCommon Range | |
| Price per jersey | About $15 to $65, depending on sport, style, fabric, and extras |
| Minimum order | Often 5 to 12 jerseys per design |
| Production time | Often 12 days to 6 weeks, before shipping |
| Free mockup | Common, and you should expect one |
Lower prices usually mean a simple style, a larger order, and fewer extras. Higher prices usually mean names, numbers, heavier fabric, or faster delivery.
How to Compare Two Quotes Fairly
A cheap quote can turn out to be the most expensive one. Put each quote on the same sheet and check these lines.
| CheckQuote AQuote B | ||
| Price per jersey | ||
| Are names and numbers included? | ||
| Setup or design fee? | ||
| Mockup included? | ||
| Shipping included? | ||
| Rush fee? | ||
| Does the clock start at payment or at proof approval? | ||
| Total cost, all in |
The last row is the only one that really matters. Always ask for an all in total, including shipping and fees.
Count Back From Your First Game
Quote timing catches people out. Here is a simple way to plan.
Start with your first game date. Subtract about one week as a safety buffer. Subtract shipping time. Subtract production time, which is often 12 days to 6 weeks. Subtract the time you need to approve the design, which is usually a few days. The date you land on is the day you should send your quote request.
If the date has already passed, tell the supplier straight away and ask if a rush option exists. Do not wait and hope.
What to Check on the Mockup
The mockup is a picture of your finished jerseys, shown before anything is printed. Treat it as your last chance to catch mistakes.
Check the spelling of the team name, and every player name. Check each number against your roster. Check the colors against your team colors. Check where each logo sits. Look at the front and the back. Then approve it in writing, and keep a copy.
Once you approve, you are accepting what is on the mockup. Fixes after that can cost money and time.
Add Patches for Captains and Sponsors
A jersey can carry more than a print. Captain badges, league badges, and sponsor marks can be added as patches, so you can change them each season without remaking the jersey. If you want to explore that, take a look at our custom patches.
Red Flags in a Quote
A price with no mention of shipping. No mockup before you pay. No clear production time. A rush fee that appears only at checkout. A refusal to explain what happens if a jersey arrives wrong. And no answer to a simple question, like “when does the clock start?â€
If a supplier avoids any of these, ask again in writing. A good supplier answers plainly.
Ready to Get Your Quote?
If you have your quote pack filled in, we can turn it into a firm price. Take a look at our sublimation shirts page to see what we make, then send us your details. StitchKrafts USA works with teams, schools, and clubs in Houston, Chicago, and across the country. Tell us your sport, your quantity, and your date, and we will tell you honestly what is possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a bulk quote for sublimated team jerseys?
Send your sport, quantity, size breakdown, design, names and numbers, and the date you need them. Complete details get you an accurate price on the first reply.
What is the minimum order for sublimated jerseys?
It varies. Many suppliers ask for about 5 to 12 jerseys per design, and some have no minimum at all.
How long do sublimated jerseys take to make?
Often 12 days to 6 weeks for production, plus shipping. Always ask when the clock starts, at payment or at proof approval.
Do sublimated jerseys fade or peel?
The design is part of the fabric, so it does not peel or crack like a screen print. Washing in cold water and avoiding high heat helps it last.
Can sublimation print on dark fabric?
Not well. It works best on white or light polyester, since the ink cannot lighten a dark color.
Are names and numbers included in the price?
It depends on the supplier. Ask, and put it in writing before you approve the order.
What if some jerseys arrive the wrong size?
Ask about the supplier’s policy before you order. A sample fit check helps you avoid the problem in the first place.
