Custom Gildan 1850 Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt
From $21.45 · Printed in Canada · ★ 4.8 (932+ Google reviews this year)
Select Sizes
Instant Price Quote
What Our Customers Say
Ordering was straightforward with a quick turnaround time. The sweaters ordered are of a good quality. Looking forward to the next one!
Good quality t-shirt and my custom image came out great. Prices are reasonable for a custom 1-off shirt.
Design tool easy to use, shirt quality better than expected.
Communication is excellent so far. They do their very best to accommodate late order add-ins and answer questions about logo size & placement. The website is a bit cumbersome when you are trying to reorder previous designs that you've already ordered.
Easy online ordering platform
Excellent customization of AI artwork.
Quality long sleeve t shirts
Needed a quick turnaround and got it.
Communications were excellent- not that much.
Pricing commensurate with quality.
It was my first time ordering a custom t shirt and I was pleased with the outcome. I uploaded my design and used the website's background removal tool. I was happy with the precision of the graphic. My image turned out looking great. I will use again in the future.
Friendly and responsive! Just make sure to check the sizing of the custom polo and T-shirts to avoid any surprises!
Service was fast and professional. Custom made with so many color options, I ordered 9 shirts in various colours and sizes. Wonderful to work with.
Great customer service, order turn-around, and quality of product. I will order again.
I had a picture of a friend printed on a t-shirt for a birthday surprise and the picture turned out perfectly. They said it would arrive in 2wks and was exactly on time. I would definitely use this company again for future custom made shirts. Highly recommend.
Fantastic company to deal with. Shirts we ordered were great quality. Correspondence with our representative was informative and pleasant to deal with. We will definitely be using this company in the future.
Reached out online and our rep Jason Sterling was able to help put in and accommodate our large order in LESS than a week. Shirts were made and shipped in a few days, the turnaround was incredible. The shirts came out really great, and they were able to let us specify some design requirements that the online design software had an issue processing. Jason also answered all of our questions quickly and thoroughly via email, the experience was great. We'll be ordering more from them in the future.
Excellent design interface, lots of clothing styles to choose from
The sales staff and communications with this company are excellent and the product was as ordered. Canada Post delivered to the wrong address but all was corrected with good neighbours!
Really good quality shirts. I’ve ordered from T-Shirt Elephant before and have always been happy with how they turned out. The shirts feel good and the printing is great. I recommend them for sure!
Ordered a blank shirt in the style I needed and was pleased with the speed it was delivered and inexpensive shipping cost. Will shop here again.
Very pleased with the order - well-crafted and delivered on time.
This is my 3rd order from t shirt elephant, and I’ve been very satisfied with all of my orders. They are pretty fast as well!
Fits perfectly and the price is right !!
Good quality and easy pickup! Recommended.
The quality of the shirts were really nice for the price! Satisfied with both the material and the print quality. They were also super helpful in ensuring our shirts were ready in time for our event.
Fantastic quality of print, and the organic cotton shirt itself is very soft and well made.
It was delivered within about 2 weeks and was well worth the wait. I’ll be ordering from this place again.
We had a great experience with T-Shirt Elephant. The quality of the shirts is excellent, and the customer service was outstanding throughout the entire process. They were responsive and helpful. We’re very happy with the final product and would definitely recommend T-Shirt Elephant!
I had a short time line for shirts to be made and shipped across the country. T Shirt elephant did not disappoint even got the shirts to me early !! so beyond impressed with this company
Product Description
Gildan 1850 Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt — Canada's Best-Selling Custom Hoodie
The Gildan 1850 Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt is the most popular blank hoodie in Canada for custom screen printing and embroidery. With its heavyweight 50/50 cotton-polyester fleece, pill-resistant fabric, and classic pullover design, it delivers warmth, durability, and a premium feel at an unbeatable price point.
Whether you need 1 custom hoodie or 1,000, the Gildan 1850 is the industry standard — and we print them right here in Canada with no minimums, fast 10-day turnaround, and free shipping on orders over $250.
Fabric & Construction
- 50/50 cotton/polyester preshrunk fleece (fibre content varies by colour — some are 60/40 polyester/cotton)
- 7.75 oz / 263 GSM — heavyweight fleece that provides warmth without excessive bulk
- Air-jet spun yarn — softer feel and pill-resistant performance that looks new wash after wash
- Double-lined hood with matching drawstring for a clean, premium finish
- Front pouch pocket — kangaroo-style for hand warming and storage
- 1x1 athletic rib knit cuffs and waistband with spandex — holds shape and provides a snug, comfortable fit
- Double-needle stitching throughout for reinforced durability
- Tear-away label for easy rebranding — add your own custom label or go tagless
- Tubular construction for a classic silhouette
Fit & Sizing
- Classic unisex fit — relaxed through the body for comfortable layering
- Available in S through 5XL — one of the widest size ranges for any hoodie
- Youth version available — see Gildan 185B Youth Hooded Sweatshirt for kids' sizes
- True to size — most customers order their standard size
- For an oversized/streetwear look, size up one
Why the Gildan 1850 is Canada's Favourite Custom Hoodie
- 40+ colours available — from classic Black and Navy to vibrant Heliconia and Safety Green
- Pill-resistant fabric — air-jet spun yarn keeps the surface smooth for clean prints and embroidery, even after dozens of washes
- Best price-to-quality ratio — premium heavyweight hoodie at a fraction of fashion brand prices, starting from just $16.95
- Preshrunk for reliability — consistent fit from the first wear to the 100th wash
- Proven durability — double-needle construction, rib knit cuffs with spandex, and reinforced seams built for daily wear
- ANSI/ISEA 107 compliant — Safety Green and Safety Orange colours meet high-visibility workplace standards
Best Print Methods for the Gildan 1850
- Screen Printing — the most popular method for custom hoodies. The smooth, pill-resistant fleece surface produces bold, long-lasting prints. Ideal for front chest logos, full back prints, and sleeve designs.
- Embroidery — the premium choice for corporate and team hoodies. The heavyweight fleece provides an excellent base for detailed logo embroidery. Left chest and full back embroidery available.
- DTF (Direct-to-Film) Printing — works on all colours including darks. Great for full-colour, photo-quality designs with a soft hand feel.
- Heat Transfer / Vinyl — ideal for names, numbers, and simple graphics. Popular for team hoodies and personalized gifts.
- DTG (Direct-to-Garment) — best on lighter colours. Produces photographic-quality prints with unlimited colour detail.
Popular Uses for Custom Gildan 1850 Hoodies
- Corporate & Business: Employee hoodies, company swag, onboarding kits, trade show merch, team building events
- Sports & Teams: Team warm-up hoodies, league apparel, coaching staff, tournament merchandise, fan gear
- Schools & Education: Spirit wear, graduation hoodies, club merchandise, varsity apparel, fundraising
- Events & Promotions: Concert merch, charity events, 5K races, community fundraisers, conference swag
- Personal & Creative: Band merch, art prints, family reunions, bachelor/bachelorette parties, group trips
- Workwear: Warehouse crews, construction, landscaping, retail staff (Safety Green/Orange meet ANSI standards)
Related Gildan Styles
- Gildan 1801 Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt — same fabric, no hood, classic crewneck
- Gildan 1860 Heavy Blend Full-Zip Hoodie — same fabric with a full zipper front
- Gildan SF500 Softstyle Hoodie — lighter weight, softer feel alternative
- Gildan 185B Youth Hoodie — same style in youth sizes
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold with like colours
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not bleach
- Do not iron directly on print or embroidery
- Inside-out washing recommended for decorated garments to extend print life
Specifications at a Glance
- Brand: Gildan
- Style: 1850 (G185)
- Fabric: 50/50 Cotton/Polyester Fleece (varies by colour)
- Weight: 7.75 oz / 263 GSM
- Fit: Classic / Unisex
- Sizes: S - 5XL
- Colours: 40+
- Construction: Tubular
- Hood: Double-lined with matching drawstring
- Pocket: Front pouch (kangaroo)
- Cuffs/Waistband: 1x1 athletic rib knit with spandex
- Stitching: Double-needle throughout
- Yarn: Air-jet spun (pill-resistant)
- Label: Tear-away for rebranding
- Compliance: ANSI/ISEA 107 (Safety Green/Orange)
Order Custom Gildan 1850 Hoodies from T-Shirt Elephant
T-Shirt Elephant is Canada's leading custom apparel printer. We stock the full Gildan 1850 colour range and offer:
- No minimum order — order 1 hoodie or 10,000
- 10-day standard production — rush available
- Free shipping on orders over $250 across Canada
- Free digital proof before production
- Screen printing, DTG, DTF, embroidery — all methods available
- Printed in Canada — supporting Canadian business since 2010
Technical Specifications
Key Features
- Premium quality construction
- Wide range of colors available
- Perfect for custom printing
- Comfortable fit for all-day wear
- Durable for repeated washing
- Ideal for screen printing and embroidery
Compatible Print Methods
Perfect For
This versatile product is perfect for custom printing and embroidery projects of all sizes.
Gildan 1850 FAQ
Common questions about the Gildan 1850 Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt
The Gildan 1850 Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt is one of the most popular t-shirts for screen printing in Canada. The smooth cotton surface provides excellent ink adhesion, producing sharp, vibrant prints that last wash after wash. It works beautifully with screen printing, DTG, DTF, heat transfer, and vinyl.
The Gildan 5000 (Heavy Cotton) is 5.3 oz with a classic, slightly heavier feel, ideal for screen printing. The Gildan 2000 (Ultra Cotton) is 6.0 oz with an even more substantial weight. Both are 100% cotton. Choose the 5000 for the best balance of printability and comfort, or the 2000 for maximum durability.
The Gildan 1850 Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt is preshrunk to minimize shrinkage. When following care instructions (machine wash cold, tumble dry low), you can expect minimal to no shrinkage. The fit stays consistent wash after wash.
The Gildan 1850 is available in sizes S through 5XL, offering one of the widest size ranges in the industry. Youth and ladies' fit versions are also available in separate styles.
Absolutely! T-Shirt Elephant has NO minimum order requirement for Gildan products. Order 1 shirt or 10,000, we treat every order with the same care and quality. Volume discounts are automatically applied at checkout.
Standard production on Gildan products is 10 business days from art approval. Rush production (7 business days) is available for an additional fee. Shipping time is additional, most Canadian orders arrive within 2-5 business days after production.
For bulk orders (12+), screen printing offers the best value and durability. For full-colour photos or small quantities, DTG or DTF printing is ideal. For names and numbers, heat transfer vinyl works great. For a premium look on polos and hoodies, embroidery is recommended. Our team can help you choose the best method for your project.
Yes! We ship custom printed Gildan apparel to every province and territory in Canada. Free shipping on orders over $250. We also ship to the USA. All orders are printed in Canada.
Gildan is committed to ethical manufacturing and sustainability. Their products are manufactured in WRAP-certified facilities and Gildan has received numerous sustainability certifications. The Gildan 1850 tear-away label also allows for easy rebranding with your own custom label.
Yes! You can order a single blank Gildan 1850 through our Buy Blank feature to feel the fabric and check the fit before placing a bulk order. No minimum required.
You May Also Like
