By Jons Spot Editorial | Toronto, July 2026
Toronto, July 5, 2026 — One custom shirt is now a viable order at many Canadian print shops, as brands, creators, and teams use single-unit samples to test designs before committing to larger production runs.
Jons Spot processed a double-digit increase in one-piece orders during the first half of 2026, driven by samples, prototypes, personalized gifts, replacement uniforms, and influencer mailers. Modern DTF and direct-to-garment workflows make single-unit production economical where screen printing setup costs once made it impractical.
What changes at higher quantities?
As quantity grows, automatic volume discounts lower the per-piece price and decoration setup costs are spread across more units. A design that makes sense at one piece for sampling often becomes significantly cheaper per unit at 12, 24, or 48 pieces.
How to price a one-off sample
Upload artwork on any Jons Spot product page to see instant pricing for one item or one hundred. Decoration method, garment brand, and turnaround time all affect the final cost.
Updated July 5, 2026, with current production capabilities and pricing structure.