Most people can spot “church merch” from a mile away—and not in a good way. Outdated fonts. Generic slogans. Cheap shirts that shrink after one wash.

It doesn’t have to be that way.

Start with the Message

Skip the clipart. Build your design around Scripture, a sermon series theme, or a volunteer team motto. Make it something your people connect with—not just your logo on a shirt.

Pick Quality Over Quantity

You don’t need 12 product types. You need 2–3 really good ones. Soft shirts. Branded tumblers. Modern stickers. Something people actually want to keep.

Design with Intention

Keep it clean. Use space well. Subtle faith-forward designs beat loud text walls every time. If you wouldn’t wear it outside of church, your people won’t either.

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