THE SHORT ANSWER.
Six things move the price of a custom order: the product itself, the quantity, the decoration method, how many colors and locations you print, setup, and shipping. Quantity and decoration usually matter most.
1. The product
Materials, brand, and build quality set the starting point. A name-brand insulated tumbler costs more than a basic plastic cup. It also gets kept longer.
2. The quantity
Unit price drops as quantity rises, because setup is spread across more pieces. Ordering a little more now can cost less per piece than a second small order later.
3. The decoration method
Screen printing, embroidery, laser engraving, debossing, and full-color printing are each priced differently. Embroidery is priced by stitch count. Engraving and debossing have no ink colors to count.
4. Colors and locations
Each extra ink color and each extra imprint location adds cost: front and back, a sleeve, both sides of a mug. A one-color logo in one location is the least expensive way to decorate.
5. Setup and artwork
Many decoration methods need a one-time setup, such as a screen, a digitized embroidery file, or a die. Clean vector artwork keeps this simple. Reorders of the same design have no setup fee.
6. Shipping and timing
Weight, destination, and the number of delivery addresses all affect freight. Rush production and expedited shipping cost more. Ordering earlier is the simplest way to save.
How to get an accurate quote
Send us five things: the product you have in mind, your quantity, your logo, the date you need it in hand, and where it is going. Your exact price is confirmed in your quote. Start a project and we’ll show you options that fit.