Custom T-Shirt Design and Apparel Graphics That Print Clean
I’m Ivan. I do apparel design from my studio in the Valle di Muggio. For nearly 30 years, I’ve created clothing graphics. I work with small brands, teams, and shops. My projects range from a single tee to full collections.
The carousel above shows the kind of work you’ll find here: surf tees, kids' wear, and team kits. Everything starts as a pencil sketch, not a clip-art file.
What I Design
- T-shirt Design and Custom T-shirt Design: for events, brands, staff, or merch. You receive unique art tailored for the shirt size and color.
- Sportswear Design: cycling jerseys, running tops, and team kits. I align the panel shapes so the art fits perfectly on seams.
- Full Apparel Design: I can create a small line with a consistent style across tees, hoodies, onesies, and hats.
- Designer Apparel for Small Runs: ideal when you want something different from typical print-on-demand options.
How Ivan Works
- Send me the garment type and color.
- I’ll sketch 2–3 quick ideas for you. You choose one.
- I’ll create the final art and send printer files.
- You work directly with me, no back-and-forth with a junior designer.
Want to test an idea for your next drop? Send a brief.
Frequently Asked Questions
I ask who will wear it and where. Then I sketch by hand at actual print size. That way, I know the idea works before I open Illustrator.
Yes. I’ll create a main character or graphic system, then adapt it across tees, hoodies, and kids’ sizes so the line feels connected.
Seams and stretch. I design the pattern panels so logos don’t warp and numbers stay readable. I provide files your sublimation printer can use directly.
Yes. Screen gets spot-color separations. DTG gets high-res transparent PNGs. You tell me the print method, and I prep accordingly.
I test both. I build a light version and a dark version, and I adjust stroke weights so small details don’t disappear.
Absolutely. I simplify the art slightly for toddler sizes and keep the core character so the brand stays consistent.
It’s drawn, not assembled from stock. You get an original apparel design with a clear story, not just a trendy font on a blank.