{"id":8478,"date":"2026-04-23T13:15:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T18:15:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/blog\/?p=8478"},"modified":"2026-04-23T13:15:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T18:15:15","slug":"best-hoodies-for-screen-printing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/blog\/garment\/best-hoodies-for-screen-printing\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Hoodies for Screen Printing: A Practical Guide to Choosing the Right Blank"},"content":{"rendered":"

Custom hoodies are always a winner for any company, sports team, or nonprofit. But when the cost of a hoodie is notably higher than that of a T-shirt, it\u2019s all the more important to get it right and pick a clear winner that everyone will be happy with.<\/span><\/p>\n

In our years in the industry, we\u2019ve seen a handful of these hoodies get consistently high ratings and incredible customer feedback. So if you know you want to go with hoodies but aren\u2019t sure what should make your shortlist, we\u2019ve done the work for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

At a Glance<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/td>\nBest For<\/b><\/td>\nFabric<\/b><\/td>\nWeight<\/b><\/td>\nPrint Surface<\/b><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gildan 18500 Blend Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt<\/b><\/td>\nBulk orders and events<\/span><\/td>\n50\/50 cotton\/poly<\/span><\/td>\n8 ounces<\/span><\/td>\nStable<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jerzees 996M NuBlend Hooded Sweatshirt<\/b><\/td>\nBudget with a cleaner finish<\/span><\/td>\n50\/50 cotton\/poly<\/span><\/td>\n8 ounces<\/span><\/td>\nSmoother than standard fleece<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Independent Trading Co. SS4500 Midweight Hooded Sweatshirt<\/b><\/td>\nMerch and detailed prints<\/span><\/td>\n80\/20 cotton\/poly (cotton face)<\/span><\/td>\n8.5 ounces<\/span><\/td>\nSmooth and consistent<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Independent Trading Co. IND4000 Heavyweight Hooded Sweatshirt<\/b><\/td>\nHeavy prints and premium feel<\/span><\/td>\n80\/20 cotton\/poly<\/span><\/td>\n10 ounces<\/span><\/td>\nThick and structured<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sport-Tek ST254 Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt<\/b><\/td>\nTeams and repeat use<\/span><\/td>\n65\/35 cotton\/poly<\/span><\/td>\n9 ounces<\/span><\/td>\nDurable and less refined<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
J. America 8871 Tri-Blend Hooded Pullover Sweatshirt<\/b><\/td>\nRetail-style and light prints<\/span><\/td>\n55\/39\/6 tri-blend<\/span><\/td>\n7.5 ounces<\/span><\/td>\nSoft and flexible<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Carhartt CT100615 Rain Defender Paxton Heavyweight Hooded Sweatshirt<\/b><\/td>\nWorkwear and durability<\/span><\/td>\n75\/25 cotton\/poly<\/span><\/td>\n13 ounces<\/span><\/td>\nRugged and less smooth<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Gildan 18500 Blend Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt<\/span><\/h3>\n

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The <\/span>Gildan 18500 Blend Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt<\/span><\/a> is the most popular sweatshirt in the activewear industry \u2014 it\u2019s consistent across the board, printing reliably and behaving the way you expect. The fabric has enough structure to support heavier prints without shifting, and it holds up well with repeated washing. It\u2019s not the softest or smoothest surface, so you won\u2019t get ultra-clean fine detail, but for most designs, it does the job without surprises.<\/span><\/p>\n

Where it really stands out is its availability. The size range and color consistency make it one of the easiest hoodies to use when you\u2019re outfitting a mixed group.<\/span><\/p>\n