The Pinterest of Merch ?
The Pinterest of Merch??
With Designed for Eternity II Disposables
Hey Friends and Brand World Designers,
This month we're launching our Pinterest for references, ideas, and inspiration! The Pinterest of Merch is a company that cares about incorporating clients' style, taste, and brand all while continuing to grow and evolve personal aesthetic in stylish but non-pretentious ways.?Our Pinterest has custom designs, merch samples, lookbooks, fonts, and design references for anyone looking for some inspiration.?
Alongside the Pinterest, we have Designed for Eternity Disposable film photos taken behind the scenes, aka with Sara, Ty, and our photographer Ryan. Hope you enjoy! Without further ado, The Pinterest of Merch ?:
Table of Contents:
I. Rounds of Design with Jan's Health Bar???????
II. The Best Merch Pinterest on the Internet ?
III. The Controversy of Taylor Swift Merch???
IV.?Star Report: Dung Beetles Track the Stars ??
Rounds of Design With Jan's Health Bar???????
Tastes Like Summer Merch
In collaboration with our friends at Jan's Health Bar
Tees: AS Colour Heavy Tee & W's Crop Tee / AS Colour Class Two-Tone Cap
We love this custom design Jan's commissioned us with?for their summer merch launch. The artwork was hand-drawn and after multiple rounds of revisions and pushing the designs into new directions the final result is just what they were looking for - and we love it too! It also happens to be the fourth-most viewed image we have on Pinterest!
*Note: custom artwork can take weeks to months depending on the complexity, number of designs, etc.?so make sure if you need design services with your merch production,?that your planning includes a longer timeline!
First Design --> Finished Design! We went back and forth a few rounds and the design evolved in a great way.
El Sereno Greengrocer Big Haul
AS Colour Products in: Cream / Bone / Ecru / Hazy Pink / Cypress / Army Mega Cap Trucker Hat: Brown
AS Colour: Access Cap, Bucket Hat Shoulder Tote,
Staple Tee, W's Crop Tee, 100% Cotton
Mega Cap: Summer Trucker Cap, 100% Polyester This is a great example of a merch project that started with just a few ideas but grew into a full-fledged merch line! The collection includes?bright, colorful decorations that really pop?against simple yet quality basics.? Our friends at El Sereno Greengrocer did a great job of expanding out their merch line without ever compromising their brand world identity. All the items are beautiful and coherent!
Highland Park Brewery + Comfort Colors 6oz Heavyweight Tee
Relaxed Fit, Garment-Dyed, Heavyweight
100% Ringspun Cotton
68?Colors, Unisex S-4XL
Another unique design coming from HPB, this tee is vibrant and reminiscent of your favorite graphic tee. With a classic heavier cotton fabric but softer lived-in feel, you don't have to have owned it for 25 years to get that covetable vintage fit.???
The Best Merch Pinterest on the Internet??
If not yet then eventually!
We're making what we call the best merch pinterest on the internet, with custom designs, fonts, art, and inspiration. Overall, we want the Pinterest to be a database for clients who want to some ideas and inspiration. It also allows us to promote our valued clients and their designs!
We've noticed most people actually go to Pinterest for merch reference, and it makes a lot of sense: Pinterest is stylish and non-pretentious, similar to the style of contemporary merch. Follow along as we continue adding!
626 Hospitality + AS Colour Heavy Tee
Boxy/Oversized Fit, Wide Neck Ribbing, Heavyweight
100% Carded Cotton
16?Colors, Unisex S-3XL
The heavy tee has a boxier fit than most ASC tees, resulting in a wider base for large and bold prints. 626 always brings us some of the most unique artwork, incorporating their brand world even into the tiniest details (small embroidered magpie ??? on the front!).??
Koatji x J&TJ + AS Colour
AS Colour: Carrie Tote, Faded Access Cap
Heavy Faded Tee, 100%
Cotton Unisex XS-3XL
This production (and the following) are great examples of what we can do in a rush! We love the bright colors against these?faded heavy tees and hats from ASC. The garment-dyed process gives a whole different range of colors from the standard styles, with just the right fade and additional softness.
Koatji x?Lamill + Asher LA Blanks
Modern Fit, Drop Shoulders, Midweight
100% Ringspun Japanese Cotton
8 Colors, Unisex XS-3XL
A newer brand in our overall blanks selection, Asher apparel is a fully integrated manufacturer right here in LA. A majority of their line is made with 100% cotton, even their fleece, a?major factor when looking for the most sustainable options for your merch. Koatji does an awesome job of collaborating with other businesses with their merch. We see collaborations in the fashion and streetwear industries, so it's awesome to see more collaboration in our neck of the woods!
Mandarin Coffee + OAD Large Canvas Tote
100% 6 Oz.?Cotton Canvas
20" Self-Fabric Handles
2 Colors, 11"W x 13"H
Brand world simplicity and minimalism can be just as important as the most vibrant and colorful of merch. A classic tote is a great base for any artwork, and the easiest way to share your brand, message, etc. because really who doesn't love a good tote?
The Controversy of Taylor Swift Merch???
The Debate Rages On
The general consensus is that Taylor Swift's music is much better than her merch - we'll let you decide!?On the other hand, the consensus about Olivia Rodrigo's merch is that it's closer to the vibe of the music and her personality overall.?Like we always say, merch should be judged most on quality of fabric, quality of design, and relation to brand world identity!?
LACMA + Q-Tees 12L Econ Tote
100% 10z. Cotton?
20" Self-Fabric Handles, 9" Handle Drop, Bottom Gusset
24 Colors, 15"W x 16"H x 3"D
Same concept, different bag and print, again minimalistic in its artwork and design. This tote in particular is a great choice if you want something midweight in material but light to carry, and comes in one of the wider range of colors if you want more than neutral tones. The unique, handdrawn style of the artwork pops off the bag in a great way!
Tommy & Atticus + AS Colour Surf Cap
Unstructured, Mid Profile, 5 Panels
100% Quick Dry Recycled Nylon
35 Colors, One Size (Adjustable)
With some of the most colors available in a nylon cap, the versatility?of this blank is?just another reason it's one of our top recommendations. And with all of the possibilities heat transfer beings,?tons of detailed designs can be used. We love the play with color tones here, mixing warm and cool tones you wouldn't immediately think of.
DAOU?+ Otto Cap Low Profile Dad Cap
Unstructured, Low Profile, 6 Panels
100% Cotton
36 Colors, One Size (Adjustable)
Many clients, once they find a hat they love, stick with the qualities they love best. DAOU has been using this classic epitome of a dad cap since before we even offered it as a blank option! With so many of the same styles to choose from, look for the fit and finer details that are important to your merch.
Layla Bagels + AS Colour Relax Crew
Relaxed Fit, Drop Shoulders, Midweight
80% Cotton & 20% Recycled Poly Fleece
12 Colors, Unisex XS-3XL
A fitting color for one of our favorite crew sweatshirts, it also has a buttery soft feel that makes us long for cooler weather! We also love the Relax crew for its super clean finish, along with the cost-effective mid-price range for a well crafted garment.
July?Star Report:???
Dung Beetles Track the Stars
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Humans have used the stars to navigate for hundreds of years, relying on the consistent orientation and steady movements of these shining celestial ? bodies above. And while we know nature and the animal kingdom have an innate connection, few species have been shown to use celestial navigation - before now. And who would’ve thought it would be the aptly, but unpleasantly, named dung beetle?
It all started when scientists were studying the movements of the dung beetle (from the Scarab ?? superfamily), and how they can travel in straight lines even during dark, moonless nights. Compared to cloudy conditions, when dung beetles seemed to struggle to stay on a straight path, there was evidence to suggest that these insects may use the stars, specifically the Milky Way ??, to help guide their way.
Dung beetles travel in a straight line as it’s the fastest way to get their balled ?? up, feces feast away from other dung beetles that would steal their delicious meal (yes, even dung beetles have to deal with theft!). To test their theory, scientists created tiny cardboard “blinders” for dung beetles to wear, using natural night sky and indoor planetarium conditions, with and without obstructing their vision. Even with a produced Milky Way, not only did dung beetles adhere to a straight pathway ????when the “sky” was visible (whether strong or weak starlight), but at about the same rate of travel - versus the confused and longer timeframe when sky visibility was entirely blocked.
Dung beetles are currently the only insects now shown to use our Milky Path of stars to navigate their travels. But this isn’t the only unique attribute to their impeccable design as they are also the only known animals to use polarized moonlight (and?sunlight) to guide their way. So if you’ve ever wondered if your existence in the world is insignificant, just think how important a poop-loving bug is to understanding our world and beyond. ??
By Devon Couch, Residency
American Apparel Pique Gym Shorts
Relaxed Fit, 2 Side Pockets/1 Back Pocket, Heavyweight
100% Ringspun Cotton Pique
5 Colors, Unisex?S-2XL
These cotton shorts are a great alternative to fleece or polyester bottoms. The Pique?weave gives these shorts a different but subtle texture?than?standard cotton fabric (so subtle, you have to look at the material up close!)?while the ringspun cotton keeps them soft and comfortable.
Next Month:?Summer Rose Gold???
Film Photos in Downtown LA
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