Post it from home
Get approval and an order reference, then post your clean garment using tracked delivery. We inspect it when it arrives.
Nationwide UK service
Print on your own garments in the UK
Your garment. Our print. Returned to your door.
Already found the right T shirt, hoodie or workwear? Post it to TeeLane, send it directly from your chosen retailer, or drop it off in Brick Lane. We assess the garment before anything is printed.
Approval before posting
Tracked UK return
Brick Lane drop-off
Your preferred garment
Choose your route
Three Ways To Send Your Garment
Send from a retailer
Choose the exact blank you want online. After TeeLane approves the product, have the retailer deliver it directly to us with your reference.
Drop off in London
Bring an approved garment to 18 Spelman Street, London E1 5LQ. Contact us before travelling so we can check the job first.
First things first
Get Approval Before You Send Anything
Why every garment is checked
Customer-supplied garments can have coatings, seams, treatments or heat-sensitive fabrics that are not obvious in a product photograph. Approval reduces avoidable risk, but printing remains a permanent process.
- Photograph the whole garment and the intended print area
- Photograph the fabric composition and care label
- Tell us whether it is new, worn, valuable or sentimental
- Send the artwork and preferred print dimensions
- Wait for your written approval and order reference
Garment compatibility
What We Can Assess For Printing
Good candidates
These items are commonly suitable, subject to fabric-label and print-area approval.
- New, clean cotton T shirts
- Suitable cotton and blended hoodies
- Sweatshirts and polo shirts
- Approved workwear and hi vis garments
- Smooth printable tote bags
- Small clothing-brand and staff batches
Needs extra caution
Some items may be declined because their value, construction or material creates unreasonable risk.
- Designer, vintage or irreplaceable clothing
- Waterproof, coated or heat-sensitive fabric
- Leather and heavily ribbed surfaces
- Seams, zips or pockets under the print area
- Dirty, damp or damaged garments
- Items without readable fabric information
From approval to your door
How TeeLane Print & Return Works
1
Send details
Upload garment photos, the fabric label, artwork, quantity and deadline.
2
Suitability check
TeeLane reviews the fabric, construction, print area and requested design.
3
Receive your reference
We confirm the quote and give you an order reference before anything is sent.
4
Garment arrives
Your parcel is matched to the reference and checked against the information supplied.
5
Print and quality check
Approved artwork is printed in the confirmed position and inspected before packing.
6
Tracked return
The finished order is dispatched to your UK return address with tracking.
Fastest route to approval
Send The Right Information First
Do not post yet
Parcels without approval or an order reference may be delayed or returned. TeeLane must confirm the garment, artwork, price and timing first.
What affects the quote?
- Garment fabric and construction
- Quantity and individual handling
- Print size and positions
- Artwork preparation
- Names or personalisation
- Return delivery and deadline
Print & Return FAQs
How does TeeLane's Print & Return service work?
Send TeeLane photographs of the garment, its fabric label, your artwork, quantity, print position, deadline and return postcode. We assess the request and provide a quote and order reference. Once approved, you post the garment or arrange retailer-direct delivery. We inspect it on arrival, print the confirmed design and dispatch the finished order to your UK address.
Can I send my own T shirt, hoodie or workwear for printing?
Yes, provided the garment is approved before it is sent. Clean T shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, polos, suitable workwear and tote bags are common candidates. Fabric composition, coatings, seams, pockets, zips, print area and heat tolerance all affect suitability.
Can an online retailer send my garment directly to TeeLane?
Yes, but send TeeLane the exact product link for approval before placing the order. Once approved, include your TeeLane order reference in the recipient name or delivery notes. This helps us identify the parcel and match it to your artwork and return address.
Can I send a worn garment for printing?
A previously worn garment may be considered if it is clean, completely dry, undamaged and suitable for the printing process. Stains, fabric treatments, wear, stretching or residue can affect the result. Send clear photographs and tell TeeLane that the garment has been worn before posting it.
How much does printing on my own garment cost?
The quote depends on garment type, fabric, quantity, artwork, print size, number of print positions, personalisation, handling and return delivery. TeeLane confirms the complete price before the garment is sent.
Does the turnaround begin when I post the garment?
No. Production timing begins after the parcel reaches TeeLane, is matched to your order reference and passes the physical inspection. Artwork approval, quantity, print method and current production capacity also affect turnaround. Postal travel to and from TeeLane must be allowed for separately.
What artwork should I send for my garment?
Send the highest-quality version available, ideally a transparent PNG, vector PDF, AI, EPS or SVG file. State the intended print position and approximate size. TeeLane checks the artwork alongside the garment and will explain if cleanup or a different file is needed before printing.
What happens if my garment is unsuitable when it arrives?
TeeLane will pause the job and contact you rather than print an item that fails the physical inspection. We will explain the concern and discuss practical options, which may include returning the garment unprinted or using a suitable TeeLane-supplied alternative. Any return cost will be confirmed with you.
Should I send spare garments with a batch order?
For an important batch, spare garments can be useful because customer-supplied stock may contain manufacturing differences or hidden faults. Ask TeeLane how many items to supply for your particular garment, quantity and deadline. Do not send unlisted extras without adding them to the approved stock count.
Can TeeLane print designer, vintage or sentimental clothing?
TeeLane may decline expensive, vintage, sentimental or irreplaceable garments. Printing is permanent, and unfamiliar dyes, coatings or materials can react unpredictably. Always declare the approximate value and significance of the item during approval.
How should I package and post my garments?
Send garments clean, completely dry and individually folded. Protect them inside a sealed inner bag, use sturdy outer packaging, include your order reference and choose a tracked postal service. Keep your proof of posting and do not attach pins, labels or tape directly to the fabric.
Who pays for delivery to TeeLane and the return postage?
The customer normally arranges and pays for tracked delivery to TeeLane. Return delivery is included as a separate part of the confirmed quote, based on the parcel and destination. TeeLane will not ask you to post anything until these details have been agreed.
Can I drop off and collect my own garment in London?
Yes, approved garments can be dropped off at 18 Spelman Street, London E1 5LQ. Contact TeeLane first so the garment and artwork can be checked before you travel.
What if I do not have a suitable garment yet?
TeeLane can also quote for suitable blank T shirts, hoodies, polos and workwear. If you prefer a particular retailer or garment model, send the product link before buying it. We can compare the options and help you choose the most practical route for your print.