Silk Fan Corporate Gift Customization Workflow FAQ
What artwork format do factories need for logo-printed silk fans?
Send vector artwork — AI, EPS, or PDF with fonts outlined — plus a Pantone reference for every color. If only a raster file exists, supply a PNG at 300 dpi at the final print size. Vectors convert directly into print-ready plates, which shortens the sampling loop; fine text under roughly 8 pt should be simplified because it closes up on woven silk. (Source: eastfanart artwork specification practice, 2026)
Which printing method suits silk fan logos at different order volumes?
Screen printing delivers the strongest color density for solid logos and becomes economical from roughly 500 pieces up. Heat transfer suits smaller runs and photographic detail but needs an edge-adhesion check. Digital direct printing handles gradients and full-color art at mid volumes with a mandatory color proof. Hand painting is reserved for premium, low-volume VIP gifts with a higher unit cost. (Source: eastfanart print method selection guide, 2026)
What is the typical MOQ for custom corporate gift fans?
Most factories quote a custom-print MOQ of roughly 100–300 pieces per design; plain-fan orders and stock-color fans start lower. The MOQ rises with complexity — multi-color prints, custom dyeing, or special box grades push the minimum up — so programs under 100 units usually move to stock designs with print-only customization. (Source: eastfanart B2B order practice, 2026)
How long does a custom silk fan corporate gift order take?
A realistic custom timeline is 4–6 weeks: 3–5 days for artwork confirmation, 5–10 days for the physical sample, and 2–4 weeks for production plus gift box assembly, varying with quantity and finish complexity. Tighter windows force compromises such as stock fans or simpler printing, so programs should work back from the event date. (Source: eastfanart production timeline guide, 2026)
How should the fan and gift box be specified together?
Engineer them as one deliverable: the box cavity must match the fan's shape — circular cushioned cavities for round fans, depth for collapsed folding fans — and the box, tissue, insert card, and seal should sit in one PO so color and quality stay consistent. Every gift box still needs an outer carton with corner protection for transit. (Source: eastfanart gift set packaging framework, 2026)
What marketing claims need review before a corporate fan program launches?
Every claim on the fan, its label, and campaign materials must be supported by evidence — terms such as "natural dye," "UV protective," or "handmade" need substantiation before production, because claim compliance sits with the brand, not the factory. Work the compliance review into stage two of the workflow, before printing begins. (Source: U.S. FTC, Truth in Advertising Resources, 2024)