1000+

brands helped

1,000,000+

Garments printed

10+

Years Screen Printing

Printing our first shirts in the Pigeon Shack 2011

How it started

In 2011, some friends and I started a clothing brand named Self Motivated Clothing. We began with basic, iron-on DIY homemade shirts and quickly transitioned to screen printing once we realized it was the best way to achieve the highest quality prints. We purchased our first 4-color, 1-station screen printing press from eBay and embarked on learning how to print. We managed to figure out how to print basic designs, which contributed to a good run for the brand. This experience also ignited a new passion in me: screen printing!

Hanging out with the community at First Fridays in Oakland 2015

From Dream to reality

After discovering my passion for screen printing, I knew I wanted to be the go-to guy for custom printed apparel. However, I recognized the need for more experience and a desire to learn from the best printers in the field. So, I quit my job as an automotive shop manager and dove into screen printing with 100% commitment. For many years, I worked at different shops, learning from the best in the industry. Along the way, I picked up the best techniques and methods to produce the highest quality prints.

Our first small shop space in a recoding studio 2016 

solving the problem

In 2016, we opened our doors right when clothing brands were booming. I began assisting every brand that came my way, many of which were just starting out. Most new clothing brand owners didn’t quite grasp graphics, Pantone colors, or garment types – but I did. I helped by offering free graphics clean-up, garment sourcing and color matching with all orders, a service we proudly continue to provide!

Our current shop in Berkeley California - 2024

Looking forward

As we move forward, our commitment to helping new clients navigate the complex world of apparel printing remains stronger than ever. We're excited to continue this journey and continue to grow embracing new challenges and opportunities, and helping more visions come to life!