Q: How can custom apparel help my small business grow?

Local Threads gives small businesses a simple way to get their apparel online and in front of more people. When customers wear your gear, they rep your story and help spread the word far beyond your shop. It’s a no-cost, high-impact way to build loyalty, increase visibility, and generate new revenue without any upfront inventory.

Q: Who is Local Threads made for?

Local Threads is built for small businesses that want to grow their brand and connect with new and existing customers — without the hassle of managing their own merch store. It’s a perfect fit for businesses that:

• Want an easy way to sell apparel online without building their own store
• Are looking to get more exposure and reach customers across the country
• Want to generate passive income through merch sales
• Don’t want to handle shipping, fulfillment, or inventory management

Whether you’re a coffee shop, bar, restaurant, marina, boutique, or any local business with a, Local Threads helps you turn your brand into wearable merch and get it in front of more people.

Q: What’s the easiest way to start my own apparel line for my business?

Getting started is quick:

1. Create your free business account on Local Threads.
2. Upload your logo or design using our easy-to-use customization tool.
3. Choose apparel like t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, hoodies, crewnecks, or hats.
4. Once approved, your custom storefront goes live — no minimum order or upfront costs.

We handle all the printing, shipping, and fulfillment so you can focus on running your business.

Q: What types of apparel can I offer?

You can sell t-shirts, hoodies, hats, crewnecks, and more through your Local Threads storefront. Every piece is made on demand, which means you don’t need to keep inventory or pay anything upfront. We’ll help make your brand look clean, professional, and ready to wear.

Q: Do I need design experience to make custom business apparel?

Nope. If you already have a logo, great — just upload it. We make sure your design is ready for print and looks sharp on every product, even if this is your first time selling apparel.
 

Q: Why should I partner with Local Threads instead of building my own online store?

Local Threads was built specifically for small, iconic businesses like yours. We focus on storytelling, community, and discoverability — helping customers find and support their favorite local spots. We handle the entire backend (printing, shipping, fulfillment, and payments), so you can launch your line with zero risk and grow your brand faster.

Q: How much does it cost to join Local Threads?

It’s free to sign up, free to list, and there are no monthly fees. We only earn when you sell — so we grow together. 

Q: Can customers return or exchange products?

Yes — if a product is defective or there’s a printing error, we handle it. We make returns and exchanges as seamless as possible so your customers have a great experience, and you don’t have to manage any of it yourself.

Q: How do I get paid?

Payouts are made directly to your business through your connected payment account. Every time a customer places an order, your profit is automatically tracked. You can view and manage your earnings through your Local Threads dashboard.

Q: Can I use Local Threads for my team or club (not just a business)?

Yes. Many teams, clubs, and organizations use Local Threads to create private apparel pages for their members. Whether it’s a local Little League team, a high school sports team, or a community event, we make it easy to get your gear online.

Your team’s page will have a private link that you can share directly with your group — it won’t be pushed to the Local Threads main page. This keeps your designs exclusive to your community while still giving you all the benefits of Local Threads online store.