Let’s Talk Mugs: The Low Cost, High Impact Merch Item Every Business Should Offer

When most businesses think about custom merch, t-shirts usually come to mind first. And while apparel is a proven seller, there’s another product that often delivers higher margins, easier logistics, and consistent year-round sales: Custom mugs. Mugs are one of the most underrated merch items for small businesses, especially in tourism-heavy areas like Southeast Alaska. […]
Summer Merch Guide: The Best T-Shirt Fabrics, Fits, and Print Styles for Tourism Season

Summer in Southeast Alaska means one thing for local businesses: opportunity. With cruise ships arriving daily and tourists looking for memorable, packable, and wearable souvenirs, your merch needs to do more than just exist on a rack. It needs to sell. One of the most consistent and profitable items? The classic t-shirt. But not just […]
A Tourism Planning Guide: What Businesses Should Be Ordering Now to Be Ready for Cruise Season

Cruise season in Ketchikan may feel far away in April, but experienced tourism operators know this is the most important planning window of the year. Once ships start docking, suppliers book up fast, shipping timelines tighten, and last-minute orders often mean compromises on quality or cost. April is when smart tourism businesses get ahead. From […]
From Crewnecks to Caps: The 2026 Custom Merch Trends You’ll Want First

In a town where rain is practically a brand of its own, style in Ketchikan means being prepared, practical, and proudly local. For 2026, custom apparel is doing more than just keeping teams warm, it’s helping businesses make a statement. Whether you run a small shop downtown, a fishing charter on the docks, or a […]
Local & Loud: How Ketchikan Businesses Can Start 2026 with Custom Apparel

The new year is a blank canvas, and for Ketchikan businesses, it’s the perfect time to paint the town with your brand. Whether you’re a local café brewing up fresh ideas, a tour company gearing up for cruise season, or a construction crew ready to take on 2026, custom apparel can be your most powerful […]