To send us your artwork, please be sure that it fits the following guidelines.

For Screen Printing & Promotional Products
The only form of artwork we can accept as "camera ready" are vector graphics images saved as either Illustrator CS4 (our preferred type),  or EPS with all text converted to curves, with layers maintained. We are PC based, so Mac only files are not acceptable. All other file types will be subject to an art charge

We can accept Tiff, JPG, BMP, GIF, and most other graphics file types, but these will not be considered camera ready and will require our art department to rework them in order to make them useable for screen printing. All raster artwork (.jpg, .bmp, .gif, etc) should be sent actual size. If you wish the image to be printed at 12" across, the image you send should be 12" across. We cannot correct for low resolution or poor scanning. Resolution should not be lower than 150dpi, and while we can take images at higher resolutions, the extra detail will not translate in a screen printed image, so we don't recommend it.

We cannot accept artwork done using word processor programs like Word, or presentation programs such as Powerpoint, or page layout programs such as Quark.
 

For Embroidery

Our art department has combined over 20 years of experience. You can feel confident that your design will be handled with care. Palomar Printing has always kept up with the latest technology for our industry. We have a professionally trained digitizing and production staff. Our goal is to produce the best embroidered version of your design possible!

About the Digitizing Method

Digitizing is a very unique process. It consists of many different aspects that are very different from traditional artwork. This process requires the artist to map out the needles start/stop points, directions, thread color, what technique to sew, and much more. It requires skill, creativity, and understanding. (Not to mention special equipment and training.) Palomar Printing has a well trained staff and a creative background. You will be impressed with our work.

Although embroidery files are interchangeable, one digitizers style may be very different from the next. If you already have an embroidery file, it is subject to analysis before proceeding with the job.

Digitizing Basics
The price quoted for digitizing is based on many factors like stitch count, complexity of design, colors, and size. The process starts with the artist interpreting the design, considering garment type, color, size, and staying true to the artist style. Then, after the programming takes place, many attempts are made sewing it out. After adjusting the file to sew properly and efficiently, the final sew out is ready for your approval. Now you can express your opinions about the sew out and adjust it if necessary.

The Digitized File
Once we have your file completed we keep it on hand for future reorders. We do not however give this file out. Palomar Printing maintains legal rights over this file but not over your logo or image. We will not use it, whole or any part of it for another persons file.

Getting a Quote for Digitizing
In order for us to give you a fair price on digitizing we will need to see your artwork. Please email your logo to us for a quote by our digitizer.

E-mail files to Artwork@palomarprinting.com