Why I Started Costley Designs: Building a Brand from the Ground Up

In the Beginning

Costley Designs began with a simple idea — to provide quality design, apparel, and print services at a great value.

What started as a few creative projects for family and coworkers quickly became something bigger — an opportunity to help people bring their ideas to life through both design and production. From T-shirts and event merch to banners, business materials, and signage, our goal has always been the same: deliver professional results with care, consistency, and value.

Adapting and Growing

In the early days, all apparel production was outsourced. But as the business grew, we experienced challenges in the supply chain that pushed us to adapt. Rather than slow down, I decided to take control of the process — bringing apparel production in-house to ensure quality, consistency, and creative flexibility.

That decision reshaped the business. Producing all apparel ourselves allowed us to improve turnaround times, experiment with new materials and techniques, and guarantee that every order meets our standards. Meanwhile, we continue to collaborate with trusted partners for certain print services, allowing us to offer a wide range of products while keeping quality and reliability at the forefront.

Building Experience

The first in-house projects were for family, friends, and coworkers — each one helping to build the foundation of what Costley Designs has become. Every order taught us something new about the process, the craft, and what it means to deliver a finished product we can stand behind.

Later, forming a strategic partnership as a subcontractor gave us the experience and volume we needed to grow further. It allowed us to invest in professional-grade equipment, refine our workflow, and expand our capabilities — setting the stage for the business we are today.

Where We’re Headed

Costley Designs continues to grow one project at a time. We’re focused on providing dependable service, consistent quality, and lasting value — not just in what we produce, but in how we collaborate with every client. From apparel and branding to creative design and custom print solutions, our goal is to make every vision a reality.

Our mission and slogan say it best:
Materialize your Vision, Maximize your Value.

It’s more than a phrase — it’s the purpose behind every project we take on and the standard that drives everything we create.