Case Studies - Threads Custom Gear

Case Study: Threads Custom Gear × Bonobo Winery

by Mike Dudek | January 27, 2026 | Hospitality, Merchandise, Retail | 0 Comments

A Creative Partnership Rooted in Style, Story, and Conservation: Since 2020, Threads Custom Gear has partnered with Bonobo Winery to deliver thoughtfully designed, high-quality branded apparel that reflects the winery’s playful personality, premium positioning, and...

How to Use Co-Op Dollars to Save on Employee Apparel & Logo Decoration

by Mike Dudek | December 11, 2025 | Sponsorship | 0 Comments

If your business purchases branded apparel for employees, service technicians, or field staff, you already know how quickly costs can add up. Embroidery, screen printing, heat-seal transfers, and other decoration methods are investments—important ones—but still...

Beyond the Logo: Fresh Apparel Ideas for Employee Gifting This Season

by Mike Dudek | October 16, 2025 | Employee Gifts, Merchandise, Online Stores | 0 Comments

As the year winds down and gifting season begins, companies everywhere are rethinking what corporate gifts should feel like. The days of generic polos and one-size-fits-all sweatshirts are behind us. Today’s teams and clients want gifts that tell a story — one that...

How to Set Up an Online Store That Actually Sells

by Mike Dudek | October 13, 2025 | Fundraising, Merchandise, Online Stores | 0 Comments

Setting up an online apparel store for your school, sports team, or company swag is a smart way to build brand identity and raise funds or boost team spirit. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you launch and manage one successfully! ✅ Step-by-Step Process to Set Up...

Case Study: Empowering a Nationwide Workforce with Branded Apparel

by Mike Dudek | July 29, 2025 | Employee Gifts, Healthcare, Online Stores | 0 Comments

How Threads Custom Gear Helped GT Independence Celebrate 20 Years of Impact Client Overview: GT Independence GT Independence is a national leader in self-directed care, empowering individuals and families to manage their own support services. Headquartered in...

Why Hot Peel DTF Transfers Are the Secret Weapon for High-Volume Projects

by Mike Dudek | July 28, 2025 | DTF Transfers, Merchandise, Retail | 0 Comments

If you're managing a big apparel order—think team uniforms, merch drops, event gear, or promotional runs—you know one thing: time is money. That’s where Hot Peel DTF Transfers shine. At Threads Custom Gear, we work with custom apparel makers, print shops, and...

In-House Direct-to-Film (DTF) Transfer Printing

by Mike Dudek | July 9, 2025 | DTF Transfers, Merchandise, Retail | 0 Comments

Threads Custom Gear Announces New DTF Printer: Now Offering Direct‑to‑Film Transfers Traverse City, MI – July 11, 2025 – Threads Custom Gear, a leading provider of custom apparel in Northern Michigan, is excited to announce the installation of a state‑of‑the‑art DTF...

Case Study: Traverse City Little League Uniforms

by Mike Dudek | May 21, 2025 | Sponsorship, Sports | 0 Comments

Threads Custom Gear Outfits 600+ Players and Coaches for the 2025 Traverse City Little League Season In the spring of 2025, Threads Custom Gear once again partnered with Traverse City Little League to deliver a seamless and professional outfitting experience for over...

Case Study: Ski x Board Women of MI

by Mike Dudek | May 19, 2025 | Merchandise, Retail, Sports | 0 Comments

Empowering Community Through Custom Branded Apparel Ski x Board Women of Michigan is a fast-growing community of female skiers and snowboarders based in Michigan. The group fosters a supportive environment for women of all experience levels to connect, hit the slopes,...

Case Study: Grand Traverse Bay YMCA Online Store

by Mike Dudek | January 15, 2025 | Camps, Sports | 0 Comments

Overview: Threads Custom Gear, a custom apparel provider based in Traverse City, Michigan, collaborated with the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA (GTB YMCA) to create a secure, print-on-demand online store. The store was designed specifically for YMCA staff and volunteers to...

Case Study: Lakes and Grapes

by Mike Dudek | Jun 14, 2024 | Merchandise, Retail

Background Lakes and Grapes is a lifestyle brand founded by Abby Clear, inspired by the natural beauty and tranquility of water, woods, and wine. The brand captures the essence of outdoor adventures, cozy retreats, and the sophistication of wine culture, offering a...

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