Startup Merch
Premium Startup Merch That Ships on Time
Your team is moving fast. blankup helps startups source premium blanks, choose the right decoration, and produce merch that people actually want to wear, without chasing vendors, guessing sizing, or missing deadlines. Written pricing, production guidance, and clear timelines on every order.
Free written pricing, usually within one business day.
Our four most recent startup runs were for YC teams: screenpipe (S26), Ontora, Manicule, and Pairio (P26), each delivered in time for their batch. See the case studies
- Typical minimums
- 3 pieces per style and color; welcome kit programs can mix styles across one order
- Timeline
- 3-4 weeks for standard runs; rush production available
Offerings
Offerings
What we offer
- Employee welcome kits: tees, caps, and tote bags
- Company-branded embroidered or printed apparel
- Launch day and fundraise announcement merch
- Conference and event swag packages
- Investor and client gift sets
- Recurring merch programs for growing teams
Audience
Audience
Who this is for
- YC and accelerator-backed startups
- VC-funded companies scaling their teams
- Tech companies ordering employee onboarding kits
- Founders running first merch orders
Pricing
Pricing
What drives the quote
- Kit contents
- Hoodie-only vs. hoodie + tee + hat, more items means more coordination but better per-unit pricing
- Decoration method
- Embroidery for premium feel, screen print for cost efficiency, DTG for complex logos
- Quantity
- First runs can be as few as 3 pieces; larger and recurring programs get better rates
- Blank quality
- Mid-weight basics to premium heavyweight fleece, you pick the tier
- Packaging
- Individual poly bags, branded tissue wrap, or custom boxes available
- Timeline
- Standard 3-4 weeks; rush available for tight launch dates
Starting point
Starting point
A common starting point
Employee Welcome Kit
90 pcs / 30 individual kits
30 premium tees, 30 caps, 30 tote bags
Branded welcome kits for new hires, company retreats, and employee gifting.
Pricing on quote
Written pricing for this package comes back in one business day.
Start from this packageFAQ
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Our 3-piece minimum lets startups test fit, quality, and branding on a small first run before scaling. Sample orders are also available.
Complimentary artwork preparation, placement guidance, mockups, and production-ready file support are included. Original brand identity or complex illustration may be scoped separately. If you have a logo, we help get it print-ready.
Yes. Many companies reorder quarterly or as they hire. We keep your specs on file so repeat orders are faster and pricing stays consistent.
We can ship to a single address or arrange multi-destination drops. Include shipping details in your quote request and we will confirm options.
Start with a quote request describing your team size, budget range, and timeline. We reply with blank recommendations, decoration options, and a written quote.