--- title: Specialty Screen Printing Chicago | Custom Screen Printing & Uniforms description: Sharprint's specialty screen printing involves soft-hand screen print, puff printing, suede printing, high density printing and much more. --- - [Blog Articles](https://26592.hs-sites.com/blog-new-theme) - [Resources](https://www.sharprint.com/resource-center) - [FAQ](https://www.sharprint.com/faq) [![SHARPRINT](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/nav_logo_img.svg) ](https://www.sharprint.com/?hsLang=en-us) - [Screen Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print) - [The Process](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/basic-screen-printing) - [All-Over Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/all-over-printing) - [Soft-Hand Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/soft-hand-printing) - [Specialty Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing) - [The Artwork & Color Separation](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/art-for-screen-printing) - [Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery) - [The Process](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/basic-embroidery) - [Specialty Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/embroidery-specialties) - [The Artwork](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/art-for-embroidery) - [Stitch and Thread Types ](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/stitch-and-thread-types) - [Digital Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing) - [The DTG Process](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing/digital-printing-basics) - [The DTF Process](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing/the-dtf-process) - [The Artwork](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing/art-for-digital-printing) - [Specialty Digital ](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-digital-printing) - [Other Services](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services) - [Finishing & Fulfillment](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services/finishing) - [Art Services](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services/art-services) - [Shipping](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services/receiving-shipping-with-sharprint) - Education - [Behind The Screens](https://www.sharprint.com/bts) - [Blogs](https://26592.hs-sites.com/blog-new-theme) [ Order Status ](https://sharprint.manageorders.com/#/access/signin) ![Tell](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/tell.svg) ![Search](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/search.svg) # Specialty Screen Printing ![shape-img2](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/shape-img2.svg) ![shape-img1](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/shape-img1.svg) ## Make Our Specialty Yours While oversized printing is gaining attention, we never forget our roots. Long before all-over presses became popular, ink testing, troubleshooting, and experimentation were our passion. Today, we remain industry leaders in specialty screen printing on textiles. # Mixed Media So many of these inks can be mixed at matched for some really impressive effects. Our graphic designers can help you come up with some really unique prints. Some of our favorites include faux applique, discharge foil distress, and faux leather. - ![Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Red_Chicago_Sharprint](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sharprint/Website/Website_Pages/Screen_Printing/Screen_Printing_Specialty_Printing/Images/Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Red_Chicago_Sharprint.jpg?width=300&height=300&name=Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Red_Chicago_Sharprint.jpg) - ![Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Brown_Chicago_Sharprint](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sharprint/Website/Website_Pages/Screen_Printing/Screen_Printing_Specialty_Printing/Images/Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Brown_Chicago_Sharprint.jpg?width=300&height=300&name=Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Brown_Chicago_Sharprint.jpg) - ![Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Silver_Chicago_Sharprint](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sharprint/Website/Website_Pages/Screen_Printing/Screen_Printing_Specialty_Printing/Images/Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Silver_Chicago_Sharprint.jpg?width=300&height=300&name=Screen_Printing_Specialty_Print_Mixed_Media_Silver_Chicago_Sharprint.jpg) Hover message ![shape-img](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/shape-img.svg) ![Screenshot 2025-09-09 at 3.18.12 PM](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%203.18.12%20PM.png?width=478&height=267&name=Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%203.18.12%20PM.png) ### Crystalina Multi-color reflective flake is suspended in a clear ink and can be applied alone or layered over other colors to add a glittery effect. It performs best in solid fill areas and is not suitable for halftone dots, blends, or gradients. Additionally, this ink is not recommended if you want a soft-hand feel. ![Tonal-ScreenPrint-Process-2](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Chicago%20Collection/2020%20The%20Neighborhood%20Collection/Andersonville-Vintage%20Printing/Gallery/Tonal-ScreenPrint-Process-2.png?width=1000&height=750&name=Tonal-ScreenPrint-Process-2.png) ### Soft-Hand Inks Printed apparel with a super soft feel is extremely popular—it's actually our most common request. Soft prints are highly sought after and show no signs of going out of style. That’s why we’ve dedicated an entire page to the different methods used to achieve this effect. ![Screenshot 2025-09-11 at 9.25.49 AM](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-11%20at%209.25.49%20AM.png?width=772&height=553&name=Screenshot%202025-09-11%20at%209.25.49%20AM.png) ### Puff & Sponge Puff and Sponge inks are classic specialty effects in screen printing. Both are plastisol-based inks modified with heat-reactive additives that cause the ink to expand during curing, creating a raised, textured effect. Puff ink produces a smooth, uniform lift for bold, tactile graphics, while Sponge ink expands with a porous, textured surface for a more organic, dimensional look. ![Screenshot 2025-09-09 at 4.11.09 PM](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%204.11.09%20PM.png?width=1127&height=723&name=Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%204.11.09%20PM.png) ### Special Effects & HD Clear Gel The specialty clear inks can be printed to add a tonal effect or stacked for a glossy, dimensional technique. ![Screenshot 2025-09-09 at 3.34.11 PM](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%203.34.11%20PM.png?width=1404&height=557&name=Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%203.34.11%20PM.png) ### Glow In The Dark Inks You guessed it - turn out the lights and areas printed with glow ink are illuminated in that yellowish green we know and love as glow. We take it one step farther too, with a selection of colored glow inks. Now you can glow in blue, white, purple, orange, red, green and yellow! ![Screenshot 2025-09-09 at 3.55.25 PM](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%203.55.25%20PM.png?width=811&height=350&name=Screenshot%202025-09-09%20at%203.55.25%20PM.png) ### Photo-Reactive Color Change These fun inks are practically invisible when indoors and come alive when you step into the sun. Ultra violet light brings out the pigment in the design. The brighter the uv rays, the brighter the print becomes. ![shimmer](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/shimmer.jpg?width=1600&height=1200&name=shimmer.jpg) ### Shimmer Inks Teensy reflective flakes suspended in a clear carrier ink make these sparkly metallic inks. The print is nice and solid in 100% fill areas. Available in silver, gold, bronze and a small selection of stock colors. Shown here with special effects clear ink.  ![Screenshot 2025-09-11 at 9.28.12 AM](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-11%20at%209.28.12%20AM.png?width=476&height=355&name=Screenshot%202025-09-11%20at%209.28.12%20AM.png) ### Reflective Ink Functional for safety and a cool effect for designers to play with. Garments printed with reflective ink provide enhanced visibility for joggers, cyclists, construction workers and others who work around traffic at night.   ![high-density-tshirt](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Chicago%20Collection/2020%20The%20Neighborhood%20Collection/Armour%20Square%20-%20Sports/gallery/high-density-tshirt.png?width=600&height=450&name=high-density-tshirt.png) ### High-Density Ink High-Density (HD) Ink creates bold, raised prints with a thick, dimensional surface. Perfect for logos, lettering, or graphics that need to stand out, it delivers sharp, tactile designs that catch the eye and add premium texture to any garment.   ![Blister-Metallic-Screenprint](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Chicago%20Collection/2020%20The%20Neighborhood%20Collection/Logan%20Square%20-%20Monumental/squares/Blister-Metallic-Screenprint.png?width=400&height=400&name=Blister-Metallic-Screenprint.png) ### Blister Metallic The best of sponge techniques with a matte metallic finish. This ink features a rounded dimensional stack with slight texture.    # Top Specialty Printing Articles [The 3 Main Types of Specialty Embroidery Stitches](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/103901/The-3-Main-Types-of-Specialty-Embroidery-Stitches?hsLang=en-us) [How To Make Specialty Printing As Easy As Mac-N-Cheese](https://www.sharprint.com/how-to-make-specialty-printing-as-easy-as-mac-n-cheese?hsLang=en-us) [Got Large Prints? Consider the Advantages of Oversized Printing.](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/105135/Got-Large-Prints-Consider-the-Advantages-of-Oversized-Printing?hsLang=en-us) [ooooo Shiny... Foil Application: How it Actually Works](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/100526/The-Advantages-and-Disadvantages-of-Plastisol-Ink?hsLang=en-us) [The Advantages and Disadvantages of Plastisol Ink](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/100526/The-Advantages-and-Disadvantages-of-Plastisol-Ink?hsLang=en-us) ![shape-img2](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/shape-img2.svg) ![shape-img1](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/shape-img1.svg) # Specialty Inks Take your designs beyond the ordinary with our range of specialty screen printing inks. From bold puff and high-density textures to shimmering metallics, glitter, glow-in-the-dark, and color-changing UV effects, these inks add dimension, shine, and interactive elements that turn a good print into a showstopper.   ![Specialty Ink Cover](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Specialty%20Ink%20Cover.png "Specialty Ink Cover") [![SHARPRINT](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/logo_img.svg) ](https://www.sharprint.com/?hsLang=en-us) We specialize in high-quality custom prints, embroidery, and quick turnaround times. ##### Getting it done ##### Quick Link - [Request a Quote](https://www.sharprint.com/request-a-quote-custom-clothing-sharprint-screen-print) - Custom Apparel - [Screen Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print) - [Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery) - [Digital Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing) - [Other Services](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services) ##### Resources - [About Us](https://www.sharprint.com/faq) - [Blog Articles](https://26592.hs-sites.com/blog-new-theme) - [Resources](https://www.sharprint.com/resource-center) - [Behind The Screens](https://www.sharprint.com/bts) - [Order Status](https://sharprint.manageorders.com/#/access/signin) - [Pay Invoice](https://pay.sharprint.com/?) ##### Support sales@sharprint.com [888-800-5646](tel:8888005646) 4200 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago IL 60639 [![youtube](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/ytb.svg) ](http://www.youtube.com/user/sharprinters) [![Instagram icon](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Instagram%20icon.svg) ](https://www.instagram.com/sharprint/?hl=en) [![linkedin](https://www.sharprint.com/hubfs/Sharprint%20Theme%20Image%202025/fi_1946483.svg) ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/94698) © 2026 **SHARPRINT,** All Rights Reserved. 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