Business Details
Custom Apparel Printing Services Tucson, AZ
At Forward Printing, we are dedicated to transforming your creative visions into high-quality printed apparel. Based in Tucson, Arizona, we specialize in water-based screen printing, embroidery, and bandana printing for t-shirts, hoodies, hats, and more. Our team prioritizes quality control, using premium materials and advanced techniques to ensure vibrant, long-lasting designs that meet the highest standards. We believe transparency and communication are essential to delivering exceptional results, which is why we eliminate setup fees, maintain open lines of communication, and provide expert guidance throughout every project. With decades of combined experience in garment decoration, we blend technical expertise with a personalized approach to help clients achieve their specific goals.Whether you need custom uniforms for a nonprofit, promotional merchandise for a business, or specialty items for an event, our team collaborates closely to deliver tailored solutions. Our commitment to responsible waste management and sustainable practices ensures your project aligns with modern environmental expectations. By mastering both traditional and innovative printing methods, we consistently exceed client expectations while maintaining competitive pricing and exceptional service.
Services
Waterbase Printing
Embroidery
Bandana Printing
Screen Printing
Custom T-Shirt Printing
Highlights and features
- We utilize water-based inks for ultra-soft, retail-quality printing.
- Our nationwide shipping maintains local Tucson service standards.
- No order minimums - produce 1 to 10,000 pieces seamlessly.
- Expert team provides free guidance from concept to completion.
- Responsible waste practices minimize environmental impact.
What people say
Great to work with
Fast turnaround
Affordable
High quality
Highly recommended
Services
Waterbase Screen Printing
Our water-based screen printing technique creates ultra-soft, breathable prints that bond directly with fabric. This method produces retail-quality results with unmatched comfort and durability. By avoiding plastisol inks, we ensure garments maintain their natural feel while achieving vibrant color reproduction. Specialized quality checks guarantee consistent output for small runs and large orders.
Embroidery
Precision embroidery services transform logos and designs into professional-grade stitched artwork. We specialize in headwear and corporate apparel decoration using premium threads and advanced machinery. Puff embroidery options add dimensionality for high-impact branding applications on caps, beanies, and polos.
Bandana Printing
Custom bandana screen printing brings designs to life on 22x22 cotton squares. Available in 22 base colors, our discharge inks create permanent, wash-resistant prints. Ideal for promotional events, retail merchandise, or personalized accessories with bold visual impact.
Custom T-Shirt Printing
Full-service t-shirt printing utilizes water-based chemistry for boutique-quality garments. We handle orders of all sizes using premium blank shirts from trusted brands. Pantone color matching ensures precise color reproduction for complex designs and brand-specific requirements.
Questions
Do you offer nationwide shipping for printed apparel?
Yes, while our production facility operates in Tucson, Arizona, we ship custom-printed apparel to clients nationwide.
What distinguishes water-based printing from standard methods?
Water-based inks absorb into fabric rather than sitting on the surface, creating softer prints with longer durability compared to traditional plastisol techniques.
Can I order custom apparel without minimum quantity requirements?
Absolutely - we accommodate orders from single pieces to bulk quantities without enforcing arbitrary minimum order quantities.
How do you ensure consistent print quality across orders?
Our team implements rigorous quality control at every production stage, from initial ink mixing to final product inspection before shipment.
What support exists for clients preparing artwork for printing?
Our design specialists provide free assistance to optimize artwork for screen printing, ensuring optimal results while maintaining original design intent.
Do you provide environmentally responsible printing alternatives?
Yes, our water-based printing process significantly reduces chemical usage compared to traditional methods, with waste management procedures minimizing environmental impact.
Reviews (7)
Carolena Nericcio
Apr 13, 2019
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Forward Printing always comes through with excellent service and product. They are great at hearing an idea and creating a design to suit the need. I'm IN!
Emy W.
Jan 11, 2019
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Stellar customer service! Had an order that they managed to get delivered earlier than expected. Great work, great people. Highly recommended
Susanna Freer Epstein
Nov 16, 2018
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I have used the exceptional service of this team over the past 8 years and they never disappoint! From technical to creative just really a delight to work with!
Brian M.
Oct 21, 2017
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Our company APEX Race Parts had a great experience with Forward Printing. We had a last minute order for an event and they knocked it out of the park - the shirt quality and print quality were outstanding and done ahead of schedule. We went with the waterbase discharge ink on a Canvas+Bella garment. There are lots of screenprinters online, but the customer service was fast and friendly and is what sold me as a first time client. Glad I chose them, they have earned a client for life.
Azvel C.
Sep 29, 2017
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Update: They are still my favorite screen printers. I trust that in every job they print for me, they are PERFECT. They are reliable, trustworthy, and knowledgeable. They respond to every inquiry I had. Very very satisfied customer here. Thanks Dan and the team!
Adele G.
May 04, 2017
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I'm obsessed with the merchandise Forward Printing sourced and printed for me this week. I worked with Ebony and Billy and they were so kind and helpful. Everything was organized, on time and beautifully printed. They were an absolute pleasure! I can't wait to work with Forward Printing again!
Bronzon Yslas
Dec 21, 2016
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Privately owned t-shirt printing business, mid sized, with 3 octopus printers, does all sorts of printing besides screen printing. Requires an appointment!
