Multi‑part orders are one of Mesh’s strengths, they’re also where people trip up.
Here’s the rule that keeps everything clean:
The rule
If it needs a different proof, make a new part.
In Mesh:
- One part = one proof
- If the artwork changes, it belongs on a new part with a new art file
What a “part” is
A part is a chunk of the order that prints the same way.
Same:
- artwork
- placement(s)
- imprint method
- print plan
If we can print it without stopping the press, its a part. When you add a new part, it will be automatically named alphabetically.
Styles + size breakdowns
Inside a part, you can add one or more styles (garments).
Each style gets its own size breakdown.
That’s great — as long as the art is compatible.
Good uses of multiple styles in one part:
- same logo, same placement
- same inks
- same print size
- same garment “tone” (all light, or all dark)
Bad uses (split into a new part instead):
- one style needs different art
- one style needs a different placement or size
- one style needs different inks
- mixing light and dark garments (see below)
Imprint method is per part
Each part has an imprint method.
Examples:
- screen print
- embroidery
- heat transfer
- dye sub
An order can include multiple imprint methods — just make a new part for each method.
Don’t mix light + dark garments in the same part
This is a common multipart mistake.
Art for light garments and art for dark garments is not the same job.
Dark garments usually need an underbase and a different print plan.
Keep it simple:
- All light garments? One part is fine.
- Any dark garments? Make a separate part for the dark garments.
If you’re unsure, split it. Splitting is cheaper than surprises.
When to make a new part
Make a new part if any of these change:
- artwork changes (even “small” changes)
- placement changes (left chest vs full front, etc.)
- imprint method changes
- ink colors change
- print size changes
- garment tone changes (light vs dark)
If you catch yourself saying:
“Same thing, except…”
That “except” is usually a new part.
Files: one per part
For each part:
- Attach the art file for that part, ideally separated per placement and on our CTS template -- but if not, upload One file per placement and we can separate and do file prep for you.
- don’t bundle multiple versions of one file “just in case”
- keep the proof and the file saying the same thing (colors, placement, sizing)
If you need two versions, make two parts.
Quick examples
Example 1 — one part
Left chest logo on:
- white tees
- ash tees
- light blue tees
Same placement, same inks, same print size.
One part. Multiple styles. Each style has its own size breakdown.
Example 2 — split for light vs dark
Same logo on:
- white tees
- black tees
Two parts: one for light garments, one for dark garments. Two proofs, two art files, and two sets of screens on our end.
Example 3 — split because art changes
Most garments use the standard logo.
20 shirts need “2026” added.
New part for the “2026” version with its own file + proof.