As part of our Small Business Month series, we feature SNFLR Swag, a custom apparel business serving schools and teams through steady, relationship driven growth. Their story shows how trust, community involvement, and a focus on customer experience can scale a business in ways visibility alone cannot.

As part of our Small Business Month series, we feature Far From Stock, an aftermarket truck parts brand that turned merch into a core part of its business model. Their story reveals how product, content, and community work together, and why treating apparel like a real product line, not an afterthought, can change how a brand grows.

As part of our Small Business Month series, we’re featuring DJM Designs, a hybrid design and apparel business built on decades of consistency, relationships, and getting the job done right the first time. Their story shows what long haul reliability really looks like for decorators, and why product knowledge, flexibility, and trusted partnerships often make the difference between stress and success.

As part of our Small Business Month series, we feature Colors of Grey, a graphic tee brand built to move at the pace of modern trends without losing its identity. Their story offers a behind the scenes look at how speed, intention, and consistency come together to create real momentum, and why what happens behind the press matters more than most decorators realize.

While demand can vary based on specific markets, industry trends, and target audience, the third quarter can be considered the busiest time of year for many apparel decorators. There are several factors that contribute to this peak in performance, including back-to-school, fall sports seasons, and corporate events.

Check out our picks for this summer’s top trends.