Submitted artwork needs to meet specific requirements so that PaddleMe Sportswear may process the order in a timely manner. Art that does not meet these requirements may extend the time it takes to produce the order.
Digital vector artwork is preferred. However, should camera-ready artwork not be available, PaddleMe Sportswear art department will set straight-line type. More extensive rework or creation services are available. Additional art charges and/or turnaround time will be based on the complexity of the art.
Camera-Ready Artwork Includes: Sharp, black and white line art and copy that is ready to be transferred to film or plate without retouching. Retouching includes art that has to be retraced, redrawn or reworked by our art staff. Digitally produced artwork sent on disk or transferred electronically that does not require retouching is also considered camera ready. Faxes, photocopies, and ink-jet printouts are not considered camera-ready artwork.
Artwork is accepted via our website at: sales@paddleme.com
Art e-mails should only contain a single art file. Please do not send multiple files in multiple formats containing the same artwork. Pertinent layout information should always be stated on the Purchase Order. Revisions or updates should be directed to our Sales Department.
File Formats:
Vector Graphics: Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, EPS, PDF files are accepted. Other file formats are generally not recommended and may not be supported.
Fonts incorporated into artwork must be converted to outline paths prior to submission. Please do not send files with linked objects. Avoid custom spot colors, special effects fills or transparencies. File names must contain their native file extensions.
Always submit a hard copy of the art or layout with your Purchase Order.
Raster Images: We highly recommend vector artwork for the best quality print however; PaddleMe Sportswear will accept raster images that have been created at a resolution no lower than 600 DPI. JPG, TIF, and most PSD files are accepted. Other file formats are generally not recommended and may not be supported. File names must contain their native file extensions. Always include a hard copy of the artwork.
Type, Rule and Outlines: Factory cannot guarantee reproduction of fine serif and script type smaller that 8 points. No type should be less than 8 points. Avoid open-faced, screen tones, outlines or drop-shadow effects on fonts. Strokes or reverse outlines less than .25 points may not print and are not recommended.
Multi-Color Spot Printing: We recommend vector artwork that can be cleanly separated and meets the requirements described above. Files that are not vector based may not be supported. Include a color laser print or other diagram indicating the color breakdown. PaddleMe Sportswear art department will provide any trapping or overprint settings required for multi-colored imprints.
Halftone Screens: Items that require pad printing will support artwork with a maximum line screen of 120. Screen printed items will support a maximum line screen of 72. Screen tones and gradient fills between 20% and 65% are supported. Not available for Drink Ware items.
Additional Information: Always keep a copy of art and files. Do not send in the only copy. Art media will be returned only upon request. Artwork is archived digitally.