Flash is needed to use and view the "Design it Yourself" custom tool.  Download the latest version of Flash Player to your computer. Need help operating our “design it yourself” system? Below are step-by-step instructions on how to create a personalized garment for your company or event.

 1)      Begin by clicking on the garment or promotional item you would like to add your logo or picture to. You can choose to customize T-shirts, polo shirts, hats, outerwear, sweats, bags or promotional products, including water bottles and mugs!

 2)      Choose from one of several color options for your garment or promotional product by clicking in the circle to the left of the color option.

 3)      You are now redirected to the 1800Clothes design studio, where you can begin the personalization of your garment or promotional product. Underneath the picture of the garment you can see the minimum quantity you will need to order, the size of the garment available (which you can change later in the application), and whether your garment or promotional product will be embroidered or screen printed.

 4)      To the left of the window you will see options that include uploading your own artwork or imagery onto the garment or promotional product, or choosing an image from the 1800Clothes library of images. If you want to write text, simply click on the “Add Text” from font library button on the left of the window. To select images, click on “Add Art” on the left of the window.

 Adding Text

Once you select “Add Text” you will see a small window box appear. After you write your text in the box you can choose what kind of font style you would like, the color of the text, the spacing, and the size.

After you enter text into the box, click the “Add Text” button to view on your garment or promotional item. To move the text simply click and drag it to the desired spot. You can also align the text to the left, right or center of the garment or promotional product by using the “object alignment” keys.

Uploading Artwork or Selecting from the 1800Clothes library

Click on “Add Art” on the left of the window. To choose from a list of 1800Clothes images, click on “Art Library.”

To add your own image from your personal computer files, click on “Upload File.” Search your computer files by clicking on browse. The maximum file size to upload is 3 mb and can be a GIF, BMP, JPG, PNG, TIF OR EPS.  Once you have found your image, simply double click it. Now click “Upload File” to add your personal design to your project.  The design page will automatically take the white background out of your design so it will stand by itself on the garment or promotional product. If you want to keep the white background, simply click the “Add White” button. You can now proceed by clicking “Continue.”

You will now be asked whether you want your image screen printed or embroidered, and whether you want a “Full Color” image, or the option of selecting certain colors from below. When you are finished, click “Continue.’

Your image now appears on the garment. To move the image around the garment or promotional product, simply click and drag on the image. You can also align the text to the left, right or center of the garment or promotional product by using the “object alignment” keys.

When you click on the image a blue box will surround it. You can reduce or enlarge the image by “grabbing” one of the points of the box.

 5)      Once you are satisfied with your garment or promotional product click on the “Save/Load” button on the left of the window. You will now be asked to login to your account. If you do not have an account with 1800Clothes you will need to create one. Simply click on the “Create Account” button.

6)      You will now be asked to save your project. Choose a name for your project and click on the “Save” button. You will now be able to load this project and continue working on it by simply logging into you 1800Clothes account at any time.

7)      To order your personalized garment or promotional item click on the “Get Quotes” button on the left of the window. Here you can order sizes and the quantities you will need. Once you are satisfied with the quantities click the “Buy Now” button.

8)      A window will then appear showing you the price quote for each garment or promotional item piece, as well as a total. You can also choose shipping options of either standard delivery or 14-day rush delivery. You will also see the estimated finish date for your garment or promotional product.

9)      Click on “Buy Now” again and a final proofreading window will appear. Follow the instructions carefully. If you are satisfied with your order give the project a name and provide your email address. Follow instructions for checkout. Make sure your pop-up blocker allows 1800Clothes to operate.