Screen printing workshop for businesses and merch

Trade businesses, cafes, schools, councils, event organisers and bands or brands wanting repeat merch.

Per-item pricing on larger runs with set-up fees, plus repeat orders from regular business customers.

• Production planning and organising
• Colour matching and artwork prep
• Quoting and managing customers
• Managing staff if you grow

• Check zoning and council approval for the premises, including trade waste rules
• Check how to handle ink and chemical waste and water discharge in your state
• Public liability insurance, plus workers compensation once you hire
• Cash flow, as you often buy blank garments before customers pay
• Rights to print client logos, and licensed or trademarked designs

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $15,000 to $60,000, depending on your multi-colour press, dryer, exposure equipment and the unit you rent and fit out. Blank garment stock adds to the cash you need up front.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $4,000 to $20,000, depending on order sizes and how many repeat customers you win. Plan for at least about 30 hours a week, and watch cash flow when buying blanks before customers pay.

Check zoning and council approval for the premises, including trade waste rules, and how to handle ink and chemical waste and water discharge in your state. Also check public liability, workers compensation once you hire, and rights to print client logos.