Custom printed and embroidered hoodies and crewneck sweatshirts in maroon, black, gray, green and navy, folded by size
Hoodies, zip-ups and crewnecks

Custom Hoodie Printing, Bulk or Just a Few

Hoodies are the piece people actually keep. We screen print and embroider custom hoodies, zip-ups and crewneck sweatshirts for companies, schools, teams and clothing brands, with a free mockup on the exact hoodie and shipping anywhere in the US.

4.9 ★Rated on Google
No MinimumsBulk or a handful
FreeMockup on your hoodie
50 StatesTracked shipping
Why The Printing Needle

Fleece Prints Differently. We Plan for It.

Thick hoodies need the right ink, the right cure and careful placement around pockets, zippers, seams and drawstrings. We pick the decoration for the fabric: screen printing for bold logos on cotton-rich fleece, embroidery for a premium chest logo, and DTF when the art is full color or the order is small. You see a free mockup on the exact hoodie and color before anything prints.

Our work

Hoodies, Crewnecks and Fleece

A look at the kind of work we make. Every order starts with a free digital mockup so you see yours first.

Gray custom hoodie with printed sleeve text and a small chest logo
Pink crewneck sweatshirt with a raised puff print heart design
Bright green crewneck sweatshirt with a company logo print
High visibility work jacket with a printed company logo
Maroon hoodie and gray crewneck ready for a custom print
Bulk custom apparel order sorted and packed at The Printing Needle
Styles

Hoodies and Fleece We Customize

Pullover hoodies

Midweight and heavyweight pullovers from brands like Gildan, Independent Trading and Champion.

Zip-up hoodies

Left chest prints or embroidery that sit clear of the zipper, plus a big back print.

Crewneck sweatshirts

The clean option for corporate, school and retail drops.

Sleeve and hood prints

Sleeve hits, hood prints and back neck prints for a retail look.

Embroidered fleece

Stitched logos that hold up wash after wash on thick fabric.

Youth through 5XL

Youth and adult sizes in the same order and color.

Compare methods

Print or Embroider Your Hoodies?

The best method depends on your art, your fabric and how many you need. We are happy to mock up two options side by side.

Best for Quantity Look Placements
Screen printing Bold logos and big back prints Best at 24+ Soft-hand, most durable Front, back, sleeves, hood
Embroidery Premium chest or sleeve logos 1 and up Raised, stitched Chest, sleeve, hood
DTF transfers Full color art and small runs 1 and up Smooth, vibrant color Front, back, sleeves
Puff and specialty Streetwear and brand drops Ask us Raised 3D texture Front, back
Guide

Custom Hoodie Buying Guide

Answers to what most people ask before ordering custom printed sweatshirts in bulk.

Midweight or heavyweight?

Midweight (around 8 oz) is the everyday team and staff hoodie. Heavyweight (10 oz and up) feels premium for brands and gifts.

Pullover, zip or crewneck?

Pullovers take the biggest front print. Zip-ups look sharp with a left chest logo. Crewnecks are clean for corporate and school.

Placement that sells

Left chest plus a big back print is the classic. Add a sleeve hit or hood print for a retail look.

Colors that pop

Light ink on dark fleece needs an underbase so it stays bright. We handle that for you.

Sizing a group

Hoodies run roomy. Collect sizes early and add a few extras in the most common sizes.

Brands and merch drops

Custom tags, neck prints and individual bagging are available for clothing lines.

Rated 4.9 stars on Google

What Customers Say

Real reviews from our Google Business Profile.

★★★★★

“The print quality was vibrant and clean, and the embroidery was neat and professional. The final products looked exactly how I expected.”

Pamela M.Google review
★★★★★

“We needed custom shirts for our church ministry and had a tight deadline. He made sure everything was completed and shipped on time, just as promised.”

Zhiyi L.Google review
★★★★★

“This is the 3rd order and help with finalizing design with Daniel. And even with a late start he delivered early before our trip to South Africa.”

Greg S.Google review
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How it works

Ordering From Anywhere in the US

Four simple steps from idea to your doorstep.

1Price it online

Pick a garment, quantity and print in our instant quote. Your price shows up in about a minute.

2Free digital mockup

We send a mockup with garment, color, size and placement. Nothing is produced until you approve it.

3Produced and checked

Standard production is 5 to 7 business days after mockup approval. Every piece is quality checked.

4Shipped with tracking

Packed and sorted by size, shipped to any address in the US. Free pickup in Garden Grove too.

The Printing Needle family team loading boxed custom apparel orders for shipping
Who you are working with

A Real Family Shop, Not a Faceless Website

The Printing Needle is a family shop with over 20 years in the apparel trade, based in Garden Grove, California and shipping nationwide since 2016. Real people answer the phone, and the same team follows your order from mockup to delivery.

  • Rated 4.9 stars on Google
  • Screen printing, embroidery, DTF, DTG and design
  • Free digital mockup before anything is made
  • Backed by our written guarantee
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FAQ

Bulk Custom Hoodies: FAQ

What is the minimum for custom hoodies?

No minimums. Screen printing is usually cheapest at 24+. Under that we quote DTF or DTG too, so you can choose.

Can you print on both the front and back?

Yes. Front, back, sleeves and hood are all available. Your mockup will show every location so you can see the full hoodie before approving.

Should I print or embroider my hoodies?

Embroidery looks premium for small chest logos and company gear. Screen printing is better for big front or back graphics. We are happy to mock up both.

Which hoodie brands do you carry?

Popular choices include Gildan, Independent Trading Co., Champion, Port and Company and Comfort Colors, plus heavyweight and premium blanks for brands. Our instant quote shows the options.

Can I mix hoodie colors in one order?

Yes. You can split an order across garment colors. The mockup and quote will reflect each color you choose.

Do you print crewneck sweatshirts and zip-ups too?

Yes. Pullover hoodies, zip-up hoodies, crewnecks and fleece jackets can all be printed or embroidered.

How fast can bulk hoodies ship?

Standard production is 5 to 7 business days after mockup approval, then they ship nationwide with tracking. Rush production is available for hard deadlines.

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Pick your garment, quantity and print. Free digital mockup on every order, shipped with tracking anywhere in the US.

The Printing Needle · 11642 Knott St Ste E-19, Garden Grove, CA 92841 · Sales@PrintingNeedle.com · Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-2
Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google
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Real reviews from real customers
Erika Carriveau
★★★★★

I was in a total crunch. I already had the shirt and design, but needed it printed last minute and these guys came through. They did such an incredible job and were able to complete my small order of 1 shirt the same day.

Peter Lam
★★★★★

The Printing Needle is a great place for embroidery orders, and they will accept any order no matter how small. Efficient, friendly, and professional service. My order turned out great.

Nanshi Lamb
★★★★★

The business did an amazing job fixing the low-res images that I provided and designing the apparel according to my requests.

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