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Why Screen Printing Still Rules (and How We Do It Better)
It’s a classic method—but at Sunday Cool, screen printing gets the upgrade it deserves.
Feb 27, 2026
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Sunday Cool delivers screen printed custom tees with specialty inks, quality apparel, and fast turnaround.
Sure, there are plenty of ways to get customized shirts these days. But if you actually want people to wear the shirt again (and not just once for the group photo), screen printing still wins.
At Sunday Cool, we didn’t just follow the screen printing handbook — we rewrote it. From Water-Based Ink to pro-level production to designs made with printing in mind, we’ve built a system that’s fast, smart, and guaranteed to leave your group saying, “Where’d you get these?”
What Makes Sunday Cool Screen Printing Different
Super-Soft Water-Based Ink
This is where most printers fall short—and where we shine. Unlike plastisol (aka: the stuff that feels like a rubber tire patch stuck to your shirt), our Water-Based Ink soaks into the fabric. No heavy feel. No cracking. Just super-soft prints that feel like part of the shirt — and get softer every time you wash it.
Super-Soft Apparel
We print on a variety of garments, but our go-to? Sunday Cool’s Super-Soft Signature Line of Apparel—carried and printed in-house for the best results. Because a great print means nothing on a thick, scratchy t-shirt
Designs Made to Print
Our in-house artists don’t just make things look good on a screen — they build custom designs that are made to print clean, crisp, and sharp. Fonts won’t disappear. Colors won’t bleed. And your design shows up exactly how it should.
Skilled Production Team
Water-Based Screen Printing isn’t for amateurs. (There’s a reason most shops don’t even attempt it.) Our production team knows this craft like the back of their ink-stained hands. Each shirt is printed with expert precision, consistency, and care—no shortcuts.
Innovation Meets Tradition
When you want to take it further, we offer a variety of specialty inks like, Puff Ink, Sun Reveal Ink, and Water Reveal Ink— all designed to pair seamlessly with Water-Based Screen Printing and give your shirts an extra dash of wow-factor.
In-House From Start to Finish
Every part of your order happens right here at Sunday Cool HQ. No third-party printers. No crossed fingers. Just full control, tighter turnaround, and better results.
Fast Turnaround (Always)
You shouldn’t have to wait weeks for good shirts. Every order ships within 72 hours of art approval. That includes specialty inks, big orders, and last-minute saves.
FAQ: Sunday Cool Screen Printing
Why Water-Based Ink instead of plastisol? Because great shirts should be worn, not retired to the back of your closet or saved for yard work. Water-Based Ink makes prints that feel good, hold up, and stay looking fresh long after the event’s over.
Do specialty inks slow down my order? Not even a little. Specialty inks like Iridescent, Sun Reveal, or Water Reveal still ship out within 72 hours of art approval.
What if I don’t have a design ready? No worries. We’ve got a full library of customizable templates, plus in-house artists who know exactly how to build a design that brings your brand to life.
The Sunday Cool Difference
At Sunday Cool, we’ve built our entire process around one thing: a remarkable t-shirt buying experience. Water-Based Ink. Top-notch design. Pro-level printing. Lightning-fast turnaround. And custom apparel your group will actually want to wear.
CLICK HERE to get your custom tees off to the races!
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Both tees are great—it just depends on the look you’re going for.
If your vibe is clean and classic, the Signature Super-Soft Tee is your go-to. If you're leaning relaxed, bold, and a little oversized, the Oversize Boxy Tee is calling your name.
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Retro-inspired designs are having a moment, and they fit camp perfectly.
Think warm tones, vintage fonts, and throwback layouts that feel fun without trying too hard. These are the kinds of shirts students actually keep wearing.
For many churches, the most meaningful shirts are rooted in Scripture.
Whether it is a full verse or a short phrase, these designs carry the message of camp beyond the week itself. The key is keeping it readable and wearable.
Some of the most worn designs are the simplest ones. Subtle graphics, clean layouts, and intentional spacing often lead to shirts that feel more versatile.
Water based ink is the point between here and heaven. Paired with our Super Soft Tees, the nonexistent feel of our Water based ink is magical and sure to be the talk of the town with you and your group.
Here at Sunday Cool, we inventory 66 different ink colors! These colors were curated based off of customer popularity and diversity. You can view those stock ink colors below.
During the ordering process, you can reference this page to view all of our stocked ink colors. You’ll also be served up a choice of our stock inks when you submit your Art Request Form.
But what if none of the Sunday Cool Stock Inks match my design or logo? Nothing to fear! We can Pantone Match your ink to whatever code you’re needing to a 90% accuracy.
There are a few requirements to qualify for a Pantone Match on your project:
Stick to our Super Soft Signature line of apparel.
The garment color you choose must discharge vibrantly, not vintage. If you need help determining which of our inventory items discharge at which rates, check out our blog post entitled Waterbased Print Results.
Your order must include 144 units or more.
Additionally, we charge $25/match! This means if we need to match 2 ink colors to a specific code, it’ll be a $50 charge.
But how do I know which code to send you? Great question! Your organization might have a branding guide including all relevant codes and colors that set your group apart. OR you could send in your logo and ask us! Our talented Art Staff can color match the logo and tell you the code! We work often in the Pantone and HEX libraries!
As always, if you have any questions regarding our inks & matching guides, please reach out to a Sunday Cool Concierge member using the dot icon in the corner of your screen.