Why Quality Keepsakes are the Future of Indie Ink Apparel

We’ve all been there, you’re on holiday or visiting a city you love and you want something to take home. You head to the nearby gift shop and find low quality flashy designs that are not a true representation of how the place made you feel. But is it destined for the back of your drawer or worse - landfill.

We deserve better!

From Apparel to Art

At Indie Ink, I’ve decided to shift my entire focus towards making quality keepsakes. Wearable art isn’t just about a nice drawing, it’s about combining thoughtful design with a piece of clothing that actually lasts. 

I spent months finding a premium, heavyweight cotton blank t-shirt with a stylish boxy fit. I want you to feel the difference the moment you pick it up. And you do! I constantly get feedback at markets where people are so impressed by the quality. 

Our tees are wardrobe staples, the reliable and favourite tee you reach for year after year because it holds its shape and feel.

Intentional Design (Not Just a Souvenir) 

The designs I’m working on at the moment aren't ‘tourist’ graphics. They’re thought out tributes to the places you love. They’re designed to be stylish enough to wear anywhere, whether you’re shopping around Manchester or enjoying a coffee in York. 

By choosing a hand printed t-shirt, you’re voting for a slower more intentional way of living. You’re supporting a process where a real person has mixed the ink and pulled the screen. That connection between the maker, the place, and you is what makes this piece of clothing a valuable keepsake. 

Why I’m Taking This Break

I’m spending these months during my break to research local history and perfect my design work. Once the studio doors reopen later this year, every single piece of apparel will be carefully thought out and ready to be a staple in your wardrobe!

The future of fashion isn't more, it’s better. It’s about owning fewer things that mean a whole lot more.

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