AS Colour Kids Staple L/S Tee | 3007

Description

The AS Colour Kids Staple Long Sleeve is the youth version of one of the most reliable blanks in the business. At 180GSM combed cotton, it hits the balance parents and program directors actually need — substantial enough to hold up through playground wear and weekly washing, light enough that kids don’t fight you about putting it on. The long sleeve construction adds coverage for outdoor programs, cooler seasons, and sun protection without turning into a sweatshirt.

Who Orders It

Elementary and middle schools building spirit wear programs that need to survive the school year. Summer camps and outdoor education programs running week-long sessions. Youth sports organizations ordering team gear for fall and spring seasons. Children’s apparel brands testing designs before scaling to larger production runs. Nonprofits and churches running youth group programs. Dance studios and gymnastics programs needing lightweight layers for warm-ups.

Decoration

The combed cotton face takes screen printing cleanly with sharp edge definition — most youth programs run one or two color prints and this fabric handles that without bleed issues. DTG prints well on the natural cotton surface with good color saturation. Embroidery is workable on the chest and sleeve, though keep stitch counts moderate for youth sizes — 5,000 to 8,000 stitches sits well without distorting the lighter-weight fabric. The preshrunk construction means your print placement stays where you put it after washing.

Specifications

• 180GSM midweight combed cotton construction
• Double-needle stitching at neck, sleeves, and hem
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability
• Regular youth fit with consistent sizing across runs
• Long sleeve design for extended coverage
• Available in core colors across youth size range

Common Questions

What decoration method works best for youth programs?
Screen printing is the standard for most school and camp orders — it’s durable, cost-effective at volume, and the combed cotton holds ink well. For smaller runs or full-color artwork, DTG gives you flexibility without setup costs.

Is this good for school spirit wear?
It’s one of the most popular choices for exactly that. The 180GSM weight survives the washing cycles that school gear goes through, and the preshrunk fabric means sizes stay true. Parents appreciate that it doesn’t fall apart by spring.

How does the sizing run?
AS Colour youth sizing runs consistent and true to standard US youth measurements. Order the size you’d normally pick — these don’t run notably small or large.

What’s the minimum order for custom decoration?
We work with programs from 12 pieces. Most decorated apparel programs start at 24–50 pieces. Request a quote and we’ll work with your specific order size.

Ready to build your youth program gear? Get a custom quote and we’ll help you dial in the right sizes, colors, and decoration for your order.