What We do | The Print Bar
What we do
You and us, we’re a team. Unleash your creativity with The Print Bar’s easy to use online designer, while we get busy printing your orders to life. We use state-of-the-art printing equipment and technology that matches vivid colours and captures the tiniest details. The result? Durable prints on a wide variety of ethically-sourced garments and other merchandise.
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
Say Something on Something
We're the wholehearted printer. We help people say something on something
What can we do for you?
We’re a big small business with the goal of uplifting other businesses. We’re highly motivated by all the good things we can do for you. So, let us make your dream work, from Same Day Printing and Print On Demand to Bulk Orders, Small Orders, and more. We aim to uplift other businesses and creatives by providing the canvas for them to say something, on something. So, let us make your dream work, whether it's through Same Day Printing or Print on Demand – no order is too big or small.
Print On Demand
Our dropshipping or Print On Demand service is 100% free to use. You can start from scratch — we’ll take care of your online store. Or, just use our app for easy breezy business. It’s guaranteed hassle-free for you and your customers, and cash flow positive – meaning you only pay when a sale is made.
Same Day Orders
Last-minute orders from excited customers in a rush. A work event that just has to push through. Matching t-shirts as gifts that you almost forgot. Been there, done that — it happens to the best of us. Same Day items are stocked in our warehouse, so they are readily available to be selected, printed, and posted/collected by 4:30pm if ordered before 11am on the same day.
Bulk Orders
Screen Printing
An ‘oldie but goodie’ way of printing. Very cost-effective in larger quantities, absolutely better in bulk.
- Minimum of 20 units
- PMS colours can be matched
- Best for spot colours; can print up to 6 colours
- Prints last 5+ years even with regular washing
- 14-day turnaround
Embroidery
Timeless, in both design and durability. Best on t-shirt pockets, but will work anyplace else. Bigger orders get bigger discounts
- So durable it often outlasts the garment
- Biggest design we can do is 150mm by 150mm
- Colour rich threads
Promotional Printing
Custom prints on a wide range of merchandise. If we have it, we can print your design on it.
- Minimum of 20 units for most items
- PMS colours can be matched
- Prints last 5+ years
- 21-day turnaround
Small Orders
Digital Printing
Our machines are ready to print absolutely anything you want — no limits, no minimum. We make your dream design work with the most impressive print quality.
- Prices start at roughly $20 per t-shirt but go down with more units
- Same Day option available for select styles
- 14-day turnaround for the wider range of products
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Embroidery
The same intricate detailing, fine quality, and tested durability for your designs. We were serious when we mentioned no minimum quantity for Embroidery services. Just tell us what exactly you need and how many. Sometimes one is plenty enough.
- Single-item orders are welcome, but if you buy more, you pay less
- So durable it often outlasts the garment
- Biggest design we can do is 150mm by 150mm
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Community First
Passionate community advocates. We love our community of creatives and showcasing their exciting work, check out what the latest is on our Journal.
JournalWe’ve Had a Bit of Work Done
Lose our old number. We’ve rebranded and we’re looking sharper than ever. With fresh colours, new typography and a cleaner vibe, this update is all about showing up the way we’ve always felt on the inside. It’s still us, just with better lighting.
Fresh Look, Same Print Bar Magic
We’ve levelled up. Our new site comes packed with powerful features like an upgraded design tool, instant background removal, easy mobile editing, Same Day order switching, smarter filters and seamless Shopify integration. Creating custom merch has never been this smooth or this fun.
The Print Bar Celebrates Indigenous Artistry With Blak Pearl Studio
The Print Bar teamed up with Blak Pearl Studio to print limited edition T-shirts for an Indigenous art exhibition, blending culture and creativity.
Threads of Creativity with Artist Lily Adelaide Upton
Artist Lily Adelaide Upton blends embroidery, crochet, painting, and jewelry-making to create nostalgic, nature-inspired work that celebrates traditional crafts. In this blog, she shares insights into her creative process and her exclusive collaboration with The Print Bar on a new line of merch.
Transforming Misprints into Masterpieces with Gemma Traynor
This blog explores how artist Gemma Traynor creatively upcycles misprinted garments from The Print Bar into one-of-a-kind art pieces, turning printing mishaps into sustainable masterpieces.
The Print Bar x The Other Art Fair: Four Days of Creativity and Purpose
In January 2025, The Print Bar teamed up with The Other Art Fair in Melbourne to launch a limited-edition t-shirt collection featuring artists Marisa Mu, Kasia Franckowicz, and Marce King. All profits supported Dangerous Females and Future Yayes, using fashion to spark conversations around social change.
A Studio Visit with Marisa Mu
The Print Bar collaborated with artist Marisa Mu to produce a limited-edition t-shirt featuring her exclusive design, supporting Dangerous Females' mission against gender-based violence. This partnership merges art and activism, with proceeds aiding vital services for survivors.
The Print Bar x Dangerous Females
The Print Bar teamed up with Dangerous Females to create impactful merchandise supporting survivors of violence. Each purchase helps fund vital support services through print-on-demand sales.
Heat Waves
Shaki Prasanna launched "Heatwaves," a micro-doc series showcasing Naarm/Melbourne's creatives. Watch now and join the fun!
What Does GSM Mean When Choosing A T-Shirt?
Learn about GSM (grams per square meter) and its impact on t-shirt quality and comfort. Discover how to choose the right t-shirt fabric based on GSM for durability, breathability, and overall performance.
Paradise on Purpose
Suzanne Pilcher, founder of Locale, launched "Paradise on Purpose" and cool totes. Discover her inspiring journey and grab your tote now!
T-Shirt Design: Tips and Tricks
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Due Today, Do Today
Forgot to order the bucks party tees? Need a quick onesie for that baby shower? Order from our Same Day range before 11am to get your prints ready for pickup by 5pm in Brisbane and Melbourne, or shipped via Australia Post.
Print on Demand
Hey I like that t-shirt, where can I get one? If this is happening to you a lot, we’re here to help. Kickstart your print on demand journey with our POD. Dropshipping is easy with The Print Bar.