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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. Our four most recent startup runs were for YC teams: screenpipe (S26), Ontora, Manicule, and Pairio (P26), each delivered in time for their batch. Written pricing, production guidance, and clear timelines on every order.

Request a quoteFree written pricing, usually within one business day.

What we offer

  • Employee welcome kits: hoodies, tees, hats, and accessories
  • 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

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 factors

  • Kit contentsHoodie-only vs. hoodie + tee + hat, more items means more coordination but better per-unit pricing
  • Decoration methodEmbroidery for premium feel, screen print for cost efficiency, DTG for complex logos
  • QuantityFirst runs can be as few as 3 pieces; larger and recurring programs get better rates
  • Blank qualityMid-weight basics to premium heavyweight fleece, you pick the tier
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

Frequently asked questions