Big Frog of Albuquerque

6001 San Mateo Blvd NE, Suite D2, Albuquerque, NM 87109

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Why Shirt Weight Matters (Fabric GSM 101)

👕 Why Shirt Weight Matters (Fabric GSM 101) 👕

Ever wonder why some shirts feel light and airy, while others feel thick and sturdy? It all comes down to something called GSM — grams per square meter.

Here’s the short version:
🪶 Lightweight shirts (120–150 GSM) are soft, breathable, and perfect for summer events, family reunions, fun runs, and outdoor festivals.
💪 Midweight shirts (150–180 GSM) are your everyday go-to — great for school spirit wear, company uniforms, and giveaways.
🧥 Heavyweight shirts (180+ GSM) are durable and warm, ideal for work crews, colder weather, or shirts that need to last season after season.

At Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More of Albuquerque, we help you pick the right fabric weight for your purpose — so your custom shirts look and feel perfect every time.

📍 Local printing, no minimums, fast turnaround.
Because the feel of your shirt matters just as much as the look.

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What Our Customers Say

Love their customer service and t-shirts. I will never go through another company again. Quick service, best customer service, good product t-shirts. Great prices! Just love this company.
By Brandy J.
Big Frog is the best for custom apparel. The staff is very helpful in selecting garments. We have used them for embroidery and screen printing. Job well done!
By Corey E.
Free design assistance. Can order in small quantities. Quick turnaround in production!
By Kent S.
Great job! Fast turnaround and really fantastic team. Absolutely amazing!
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