Which Screen Printing Kit is Right for You?
- Brand New to Screen Printing
- Side Hustle to Full-Time
- Full-Blown Production Shop
- Ready for an Auto
- Screen Printing Kit Booster Bundle
- Financing Options
So you want to start up a screen printing shop, but you do not know where to start. Maybe you want to upgrade your equipment, but you hate comparison shopping and piecing together supplies from ten different places. There is a simple solution. Buying a screen printing kit gets you all the equipment and supplies you need with one click, saving you time, stress, and cash. Whether you are printing your first shirt in a spare bedroom or expanding a multi-station production facility, there is a kit engineered for your goals. How do you know which screen printing kit is right for you? Let us break down every stage of growth so you can get printing with confidence.
Brand New to Screen Printing
Do cool t-shirt ideas keep popping into your head? Are you looking for a new creative hobby to express yourself? Maybe you have been following DIY printers like Pigskins & Pigtails, and now you are ready to dive in yourself. Or perhaps you run a small business and want to print your own merch in-house without paying third-party print fees.
When you are brand new to screen printing, you do not need a massive footprint or complex machinery. You just need reliable, easy-to-use equipment and basic supplies to bring your art to life on fabric.
Prefer something ultra beginner-friendly and inspired by DIY? Check out the Pigskins & Pigtails Screen Printing Starter Kit. It is designed with first-time printers in mind and helps you start printing fast with minimal fuss. Perfect for craft tables, garages, or kitchen counters.
Looking for a more production-ready setup? Say hello to the Riley 150 Kits, a great way to test drive real screen printing without breaking the bank. These kits come packed with essential equipment: a sturdy press, a consistent flash dryer, and a precise exposure unit.
There are two primary ways to grab a Riley 150 screen printing kit. Want to check off your full supply list in a few clicks? Go for the Riley Hopkins 150 Complete Screen Printing Kit. Prefer to choose your own FN-INK plastisol ink and screens? Grab the Riley Hopkins 150 Equipment Only Screen Printing Kit.
Currently a Side Hustle, Goal to Make It a Full-Time Job
If you have had some experience printing and you are ready to start taking on bigger customer orders, check out the Riley 250+ Screen Printing Kits. This is where your side hustle turns into a real business that generates consistent revenue.
Each kit centers around a heavy-duty Riley Hopkins 250+ Press equipped with micro-registration for sharp color alignment, paired with a reliable flash dryer and a high-performance exposure unit.
Need full supplies to start printing right out of the box? Go with the Riley Hopkins 250+ Complete Screen Printing Kit. Looking for a budget-conscious option with essential tools? Try the Riley Hopkins 250+ Enhanced Screen Printing Kit.
Already stocked on supplies and chemicals? Check out the Riley Hopkins 250+ Equipment Only Screen Printing Kit to upgrade your hardware without paying for duplicate consumables.
Full-Blown Production Shop
For high-volume manual shops, the Riley Hopkins 360 kits and packages bring industrial-grade gear into your workflow. We are talking professional RIP software for razor-sharp film positives, heavy-duty conveyor dryers for fast curing, powerful flash dryers, and durable washout booths.
These screen printing packages are built for serious production shops that demand speed, durability, and consistent print quality on every run. If you are running multiple shifts or printing hundreds of shirts a day, a 360 package gives you the stamina you need.
Ready for an Auto
If automatic printing is on your horizon, you need manual equipment that integrates directly into an automatic workflow. Check out the Riley Hopkins 360 Auto-Ready Shop. This package sets you up for future expansion and complements your automatic press with equipment designed to match high-volume output seamlessly.
It includes the powerful 8 Color 6 Station Riley Hopkins 360 Press with ROQ Compatible Platens, the high-capacity RileyCure Forced Air Conveyor Dryer, and the precise Baselayr Y3942 Exposure Unit.
Level Up with the Screen Printing Kit Booster Bundle
Most screen printing kits give you what you need to get started. However, as soon as you start pulling squeegees and taking on real customer jobs, there are a few shop essentials you quickly realize you need more of. That is where the Screen Printing Kit Booster Bundle comes in.
This bundle is the ultimate add-on to round out your setup. It is packed with extra screens, premium inks, cleaning chemicals, and everyday shop supplies. Whether you are adding it to a brand new screen printing kit or stocking up a growing shop, it keeps your production line moving without sudden supply runs.
Want this bundle for FREE? For a limited time, the Screen Printing Kit Booster Bundle is included as a free add-on with select qualifying shop packages and screen printing kits! Check out the qualifying packages below:
- Riley Hopkins 360 Complete Screen Printing Shop Kit
- Riley Hopkins 360 Enhanced Screen Printing Shop Kit
- Riley Hopkins 250 Complete Screen Printing Kit
- Riley Hopkins 360 Screen Printing Shop Package
- Riley Hopkins 360 Plus Screen Printing Full Shop Package
- Riley Hopkins 250 Equipment Only Screen Printing Kit
- Riley Hopkins 360 Equipment Only Screen Printing Shop Kit
- Riley Hopkins 360 Screen Printing Auto-Ready Shop
You can browse the full collection of qualifying packages on our Boosted Screen Printing Kits collection page.
Buying a kit or boosted package saves you time, money, and effort when building or expanding the shop of your dreams.
Financing Options for Every Screen Printing Kit
When you are ready to grow your shop, making a hardware investment can feel like a big leap. The good news is that flexible equipment financing is available for every stage of growth. Whether you are upgrading your manual setup, adding a conveyor dryer, or stepping into full automation, payment plans make it easier to take that next step with confidence.
Learn more about financing options and apply today →
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Ready to Build Your Dream Screen Printing Shop?
Whether you are printing your very first tee or gearing up for commercial volume, picking the right kit removes the guesswork so you can focus on printing great shirts. Check out our complete collection of shop packages and boosted kits to find your perfect fit today.