Notes from the coast
Journal
August 2026
How to Design Custom Apparel People Actually Want to Wear
From choosing the right garments to creating timeless designs, here's what makes branded merch successful.
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Custom Apparel for Events: How Branded Apparel Creates Lasting Connections
From golf tournaments to school fundraisers, here's how to create event merch people actually wear.
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Why Every Small Business Should Have an Online Merch Store
Branded apparel turns loyal customers into ambassadors — and an online store makes it manageable.
Read more →April 2026
How We Choose the Shops We Host
Our curation process for partner brands — and why we keep it small.
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