Welcome to Cardinal Prints: TAP. Shop. Wear.
Every brand starts somewhere — ours began in a small town called Sarcoxie, Missouri.
Growing up there, I was always fascinated by T-shirts — not just the designs, but what they say about people. A good T-shirt tells a story. It can make someone laugh, rep their hometown, or show off what they love.
That idea stuck with me.
After moving to Webb City, I launched a small clothing brand called Pastime Threads, focusing on baseball-inspired designs — a natural fit since I’ve been a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan. But things grew bigger when someone asked me to design shirts for their business. That moment sparked something new: the idea to build a brand that wasn’t just about one theme or one sport — it was about everyone.
And that’s how Cardinal Prints was born.
What We Stand For
At Cardinal Prints, we believe everyone deserves a shirt that fits their personality, passion, or story.
Our mission is simple: to hit every little niche and deliver high-quality designs that mean something to the people wearing them.
We’re not just another print-on-demand shop — we’re a story-driven apparel brand that celebrates:
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Small-town pride
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Real working-class humor
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Local creators & partnerships
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Authentic designs that actually connect with people
Our current tagline — TAP. Shop. Wear. — captures that simplicity: Tap into your style, shop what speaks to you, and wear it proudly.
How We Bring It to Life
Every Cardinal Prints product is made to order using Printful’s premium Direct-to-Garment (DTG) and Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing.
We choose quality every time — even when it costs a little more — because we want your shirt to feel as good as it looks.
We work with businesses, YouTubers, photographers, and community groups to create custom designs that help them stand out. Some of our recent work includes designs for local churches in Joplin, Missouri, and partnerships like our “I’m Sorry I’m Late — Red Screened Again” shirt that’s been featured by Oklahoma Joe Slots on YouTube.
That’s what Cardinal Prints is all about — connecting creativity and community, one shirt at a time.
Where We’re Going
Even though we just launched, we’re moving fast. We’re building partnerships, supporting local projects, and expanding our online collections to reach customers across the United States.
Our goal is to grow from a small-town start-up into a brand that blends local authenticity with national reach — keeping the heart of Missouri in everything we create.
Whether you’re looking for something custom for your business, or just want a shirt that fits who you are, Cardinal Prints is here to make it happen.
Get Involved
Explore our growing collection of designs or contact us for your own custom T-shirt project.
We’d love to help you bring your ideas to life.
