ink ink Custom Apparel, Screen Printing & Embroidery

ink ink Custom Apparel, Screen Printing, Embroidery, and Branded Promo in University Place

If you’re a business owner, school admin, coach, or city department in Tacoma and Pierce County and you need branded gear that looks sharp and shows up on time, ink ink is the crew you want in your corner. Based in University Place, they’re not just “a t shirt shop”, they do full service merchandising and product management designed to boost your brand and revenue, with an in house design team, local and national sourcing, and on site printing and embroideryfor faster turnaround and consistent quality. 

They work with schools, municipalities, private businesses, and even national organizations like Special Olympics and NHRA, which tells you everything you need to know about their range and reliability. 

What they do best

Custom Apparel
Think uniforms, team gear, spirit wear, workwear, hoodies, polos, hats, and the kind of branded clothing your staff will actually wear proudly. Their on site production helps keep things moving when you’ve got deadlines. 

Screen Printing and Embroidery
Whether you want bold and clean prints for an event shirt or premium embroidery for polos and hats, they’ve got the production to handle it without shipping your job off to who knows where. 

Promotional Products and Swag
If you’re building brand visibility, this is where ink ink really shines. Their catalog includes the staples and the fun stuff, including:

• Drinkware (mugs, tumblers, bottles, beer and wine items)

• Bags (totes, backpacks, coolers, travel bags)

• Tech accessories (chargers, power banks, cables, phone accessories)

• Trade show and event items (lanyards, name badges, table coverings, displays)

• Awards and recognition (trophies, plaques, medals, pins)

• Eco friendly options and workwear categories
  All of that means you can outfit your team and stock your giveaways from one place, with one consistent brand look. 

Who they’re perfect for around Tacoma and Pierce County

• Local businesses that need uniforms, branded apparel, and ongoing reorders

• Contractors and service companies who want work shirts, safety gear, and professional presentation

• Schools and booster clubs building spirit wear stores and event merch

• Cities and municipalities needing dependable sourcing and consistent branding

• Sports teams, nonprofits, and event organizers who need shirts, hats, awards, and giveaways that look legit 

Why locals stick with them

They’ve got 50 years of combined experience and they’re pretty clear about their promise: better service, better selection, better pricing. 
That’s not marketing fluff, that’s the formula for repeat orders, especially when you’re managing multiple departments, teams, or job sites.

Contact and location

Main office: 3021 69th Avenue West, #A, University Place, WA 98466 
Phone: 253 565 4000 
Email: Kyle@inkinktacoma.com
Website: inkinktacoma.com 

Common questions people ask

How fast can I get my order?
They do on site printing and embroidery, which typically means faster turnaround than shops that outsource production. 

Can you help with design if I don’t have print ready art?
Yes, they have an in house design team to help match your vision and budget. 

Can you handle more than just shirts?
Absolutely. Apparel plus a massive range of promo categories like drinkware, bags, tech, awards, and trade show items. 

3 quick ways to get started today

1. Call with a clear goal: “We need 30 embroidered polos for staff, navy, logo on left chest, by March 15.” 

2. Bundle your brand in one run: Order apparel plus 2 giveaway items (example: tumblers + lanyards) so your event looks coordinated. 

3. Set up repeat ordering: If you hire monthly or run seasonal teams, ask about keeping your items consistent so reorders match the first batch.