Wholesale Blank Cotton Hoodies for Screen Printing

Wholesale Blank Cotton Hoodies | Gildan, Bella, Hanes

Cotton-poly and cotton-rich pullover hoodies from Gildan, Jerzees, Hanes, and Port & Company. The standard fleece weight range for screen printing and embroidery programs. Case pricing on all orders, no minimums.

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Cotton-Poly Hoodies Built for High-Volume Decoration

50/50 Cotton-poly ratio on most styles , the standard for plastisol screen printing
8 oz Typical fleece weight , Gildan G185, Jerzees 996, Hanes P170
4+ Core brands: Gildan, Jerzees, Hanes, Port & Company

Cotton and cotton-dominant hoodies are the primary screen printing substrate for sweatshirt decoration programs that require a heavyweight blank without polyester dye migration risk. Cotton fleece does not cause dye migration at plastisol cure temperatures, which simplifies printing programs using white ink or pastel colors on dark hoodies. Cotton sweatshirt blanks are available from 7 oz/yd2 on the lighter end through 10 oz/yd2 for premium garment-dye programs.

Core Cotton Sweatshirt Styles at Wholesale

Gildan G185 Heavy Blend Hoodie is 50% cotton / 50% polyester at 8 oz/yd2 , the most commonly ordered wholesale sweatshirt blank. For programs specifically requiring higher cotton content to minimize polyester bleed risk, the Gildan SF600 Softstyle Fleece Sweatshirt uses ring-spun cotton fleece construction at 7.75 oz/yd2. Bella+Canvas 3719 Unisex Sponge Fleece Pullover Hoodie is 52% cotton / 48% polyester at 7.5 oz/yd2 , on the cotton-dominant side of the spectrum with a softer fleece hand than the G185. For a true premium-weight cotton hoodie, Comfort Colors 1567 Garment Dyed Hoodie is 10 oz/yd2 ring-spun cotton fleece in the Comfort Colors garment-dye colorway system, used in retail-quality programs where a heavy, pre-washed garment feel is part of the product specification. Independent Trading Co. SS4500 at 8.5 oz/yd2 is a 70/30 cotton-polyester option for programs between the G185 and Comfort Colors price points.

Screen Printing on Cotton Hoodies

Printing on hoodies and crewneck sweatshirts involves a thicker, heavier substrate than a t-shirt. The print side is the smoother jersey face; the fleece inside does not affect screen printing setup. Standard screen printing on cotton or cotton-dominant sweatshirts uses a flat platen with plastisol inks at standard cure temperatures. For programs printing on 100% or cotton-dominant hoodies, white ink cures without dye migration risk. For programs printing on 50/50 cotton-polyester hoodies such as the G185, low-bleed ink is the recommended approach when white or light inks are used over dark fabric. Hood platen extensions allow printing on hood panels, which is used in programs adding a secondary print or logo placement on the back of the hood.

Embroidery and DTF on Cotton Hoodies

Left-chest embroidery on hoodies places the design on the front panel above the kangaroo pocket. A standard adult hoodie left-chest embroidery placement at 3.5 inches wide fits on all sizes medium through 2XL without reaching the pocket opening. For programs ordering embroidered hoodies in youth sizes, the usable chest area is narrower , keep placements to 2.5 to 3 inches wide on youth S/M to avoid the pocket opening and armhole seam. DTF heat transfer on cotton hoodies applies at standard settings (165C, medium pressure, cold peel). Full-front DTF placements must account for the kangaroo pocket seam line; designs that cross the pocket seam break at the seam edge, which affects visual continuity on large graphic placements.

For all pullover and zip-up hoodie styles across fabric types, see hoodies. For the most commonly ordered Gildan sweatshirt blanks including 50/50 blends, see Gildan sweatshirts.

All styles in this collection are priced among the lowest online with no minimum order required with fast US shipping on stocked colors. Case pricing applies automatically, and bulk discounts increase with quantity.

Buyer's Guide

Choosing the Right Cotton Hoodie Blank

Gildan G185 for Volume Programs

Gildan G185 (50/50 cotton-poly, 8 oz) is the most widely ordered budget hoodie blank. Consistent sizing, reliable availability across colors, and proven performance on the platen for large front print jobs. The standard spec for event and promotional programs.

Jerzees 996 vs Hanes P170: The 50/50 Alternatives

Jerzees NuBlend 996 (50/50, 8 oz) and Hanes P170 EcoSmart (50/50, 7.8 oz) are direct alternatives to the G185. Jerzees 996 has a slightly looser knit that some printers prefer for easier platen load. Hanes P170 has the EcoSmart hang tag (50% recycled polyester) which adds perceived value in sustainability-aware programs. Print results are comparable across all three.

Port & Company PC78H for Mid-Tier Programs

Port & Company PC78H Core Fleece (7.8 oz, 50/50) is a step up in retail presentation from the Gildan G185 without the premium price of Bella+Canvas. The drawcord and pocket construction are cleaner for programs where the hoodie is sold at a mid-market price point.

Decoration Method Determines Which Blank to Use

For high-volume screen printing: Gildan G185, Jerzees 996, or Hanes P170. For DTF transfers on cotton-poly: any 50/50 style works, but avoid 100% polyester fleece due to dye migration risk. For embroidery: the 8 oz weight class is adequate for standard left-chest placement without additional stabilizer adjustments.

Why Order Here

The Core Fleece Range for Decorators

The Core Wholesale Brands

Gildan, Jerzees, Hanes, Port & Company, and Bayside. The 50/50 cotton-poly hoodies that print shops have relied on for high-volume programs.

Screen Print Optimized Weight

8 oz cotton-poly fleece holds its shape on the platen, accepts plastisol cleanly, and maintains dimensional stability through wash cycles.

Case Pricing Available

Volume pricing at standard case quantities (12 per style, size, and color). No minimum order outside case pricing.

Full Size Range

S through 3XL available on core styles. Gildan G185B is the direct youth counterpart in the same 50/50 fleece construction.

No Minimums

Order individual pieces at standard pricing. Case pricing applies at 12 of the same style, size, and color.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The Gildan G185 (50/50 cotton-poly, 8 oz) is the most commonly ordered blank for screen printing on hoodies at volume. The 50/50 blend accepts plastisol ink cleanly, the 8 oz weight holds the platen during printing, and case pricing on the G185 is competitive. Jerzees 996 and Hanes P170 are direct alternatives with comparable print performance at similar price points.
A 50/50 cotton-polyester blend means the fabric is half cotton and half polyester fiber. For screen printing, the cotton component provides good plastisol ink adhesion. The polyester component reduces shrinkage and improves wash durability compared to 100% cotton fleece. A low-bleed or grey underbase is recommended when printing light colors on darker 50/50 hoodies to prevent polyester dye from bleeding through the ink layers.
Yes. DTF transfers apply well on 50/50 cotton-poly hoodies at standard press settings (320-330 F, 10-15 seconds, medium pressure). The cotton fiber content provides strong adhesion. The polyester content in a 50/50 blend is low enough that dye migration at normal pressing temperatures is not typically a problem. For blends above 65% polyester, test for migration before running a full order.
Gildan G185 and Jerzees NuBlend 996 are both 50/50 cotton-polyester hoodies at approximately 8 oz. Print results are comparable. The G185 tends to have a slightly tighter fleece construction. The Jerzees 996 is sometimes preferred by decorators for easier platen loading due to a slightly looser hand. Both are reliable at volume and widely available. Price per case is typically close,check current stock levels for the best rate.
There is no minimum order. Individual pieces are available at standard pricing. Case pricing,the lowest per-unit rate,applies at 12 of the same style, size, and color. Mixed-color or mixed-size orders outside the standard case pack quantity price at standard piece rates.
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