Salty Designz
Welcome to Salty Designz, your go-to source for custom graphic apparel. We combine artistic design with high-quality DTF printing to create t-shirts you’ll love to wear, paired with premium hats & custom engraved patches, our apparel is designed to stand out. Our classic style trucker hat, & other modern headwear merges fashion with functionality & style. Why would you do an upgrade to your apparel without having some custom painted Kicks to elevate you & show off your inner boldness. It’s my commitment to you, to provide you as an individual, the best service with the highest quality possible. Discover your new favorite outfit, designed with passion.
Maybe your in search for something a lot more simple. If your just searching for apparel for your company, hosting a family trip, having something as memorabilia for that loved one thats missed, or you wore out your favorite shirt & you just need a replacement, you are at the right spot. My core values are the foundation of Salty Designz. Dedication to Family, consistent Self-improvement, always Authentic & Accountable.
Salty by Nature, Bold by the Designz
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Apparel that’s Bold
DTF (Direct-to-Film)
DTF prints are renowned for their vibrancy and sharpness. Screen printed shirts will have the most longevity when apparel is made, but that process is only for large batches due to the process. The precision and clarity offered by DTF technology mean that designs with intricate details or a wide spectrum of colors are reproduced faithfully, bringing your creative visions to life with striking accuracy & is a great option when needing a 1 off or up to 20 of a specific design. Cost effective, vibrant colors, any design that can be thought of, all make DTF a great choice.
HTV (Heat Transfer vinyl)
Heat Transfer Vinyl, better known as HTV, is a special type of vinyl that has a heat activated adhesive that bonds the material to the fabric. The general idea is that you cut whatever design out of a sheet of HTV, & then press it into fabric using specific heat with pressure. HTV isn’t as durable as DTF applied on fabrics, but when following the care instructions washing & drying can still have the apparel looking great after many washes, & there are so many styles & colors to have fun with. Puff, Electric, Holographic, Brick, Iridescent, & vinyls with designs don’t cover even half of the different kinds of HTV vinyls to choose from.
Which is better?
Single & double color images is where HTV shines to fit your possible needs. If you need vibrancy & lots of color for that perfect design, go with DTF. Still not sure though, click the ‘Salty Merch’ button & you will have the option to choose one of our Designz, or get assistance with creating your own. Family gatherings, work shirts, sporting events, memorabilia, you dream it, I’ll create it, so you can wear it.
Name Brand Headgear
Richardson
Richardson: America’s Favorite Cap. Since 1970, we’ve delivered unmatched quality & a premium fit, specializing in custom headwear that tells your brand’s story. From the iconic 112 Trucker to custom-tailored designs, wear the best & make a statement with every stitch. Don’t stop there though, real hat hat enthusiast know their Richardson #’s. If you don’t see your Richardson, contact me & I’ll get you that Richardson style & print that you prefer.
FlexFit
FlexFit is the original “stretch-to-fit” headwear brand, pioneering the patented polyurethane spandex-woven sweatband that eliminates the need for adjustable straps. Known for its premium, durable quality, FlexFit caps (by Yupoong) deliver an exceptionally comfortable, secure fit that conforms to your head shape. As the leader in premium blanks & custom headwear, it is the preferred choice for streetwear, sports, & fashion brands seeking modern style, innovative moisture-wicking technology, & unparalleled comfort.
which is The right fit
Upgrade your headwear game with the best of both worlds to choose from: The unmatched comfort & sleek, engineered fit of Original Flexfit® paired with the iconic style, durable construction, and classic trucker look of Richardson hats. Whether you need a performance-driven fitted cap or a trendy, high-quality snapback, we have the perfect, premium fit for your lifestyle. I’ll help[ you with the right fit, Remember that all hat purchases come with 1 ‘Laser Engraved Patch’ each. So the moment you put your headgear on, you transform into something BOLD & noticeable.
Custom Hand Created Kicks
a Sneakerheads wish
When ordering “Custom Hand Painted Shoes” from Salty Designz, you will go down a creative design path to produce a “1 of a kind” pair of kicks. To face the facts about designing & producing a pair of kicks, most sellers use a UV DTF Printer that does all the work, then hand paint the protective layer, claiming their own. A fact that’s confirmed when sellers have multiple pairs that have the same design with no deviation. Custom, Unique, & Individuality become lost. With Salty Designz all kicks have their art applied with an airbrush & brush strokes, then 2 coats of protective layers are applied, not a printer. With your creativity & mine, every pair of kicks gain a soul as they come to life. With any custom work, no 2 of anything ever perfectly match, but what’s important is that all finished art are 100% done by me, for you.
Cute & Fashionable
My Bandana designs are a much more affordable way to go. Basically all that needs to be done by you is to pick a color combo of bandana, confirm any extra changes to the design, then sit back & wait because your shoes will arrive very soon & looking amazing, cute, & fashionable as promised. ‘Amazing’ I throw in for free.
which kind of Kicks is yours
Both kinds are 100% guaranteed made by, created by, & given their life by me (Salty Designz). I can’t wait till I can help you find that pair you’ve been thinking about for awhile now.
Laser Engravings
Laser Engraved Gear
Laser engraving is a versatile, non-contact process that uses a concentrated beam of light to remove material from the surface of an object, creating a permanent, high-contrast, and detailed mark. It is widely used in branding to produce durable, high-quality logos, and for personal items to add custom names, graphics, or messages. Almost anything can be laser engraved. Pens, metal business cards, a patch on a hat with your logo, or a tumbler to use at a company picnic as a give-a-way that has details about your business are all great ways to promote your work. If you want something fun & a bit more casual there’s wallets, keychain tags/luggage tags, dog tags, coasters, personalized patches on hats, & tumblers to only name a few of the things to be laser engraved. With my engraver I add a sayings to rings, bracelets, watch/watch band, even on foods like chocolates & other pastries if you wanted to really impress ppl at an event that you host.
3D Crystal Photos
A 3D crystal photo is a high-definition, laser-etched keepsake where a 2D image is converted into a three-dimensional model and suspended inside premium optical glass. Unlike surface printing, this technique uses subsurface laser engraving to create thousands of micro-fractures, resulting in a luminous, floating effect that enhances the image’s depth and brightness. With this option you can get a photo into a 3D Crystal of passed loved ones, human or otherwise. Crystal photos are great gifts for almost any occasion & have been know to bring tears of joy when they are received. Employees that do exceptional tasks & receive awards, really shows how valued that person is, & what they did means so much to you, & the company for the hard work & dedication to the job.
How We Started.
An inside look to the past, present, & future of Salty Designz. I’ll tell you my story, & this is a story struggle, hopes, hard times, & drive for a better tomorrow.
Past, Present, & Future
So to keep everything short, & to the point.
Past: As an infant I was handed off to my grandparents. My mother was to young to care for me & she was on lots of drugs (the 70’s). That wasn’t the best path for me cause my mom (step-grandmother) was a narsacist & it was intense abuse (real life Cinderella story). Then as I grew older I ran with no direction. Getting into trouble hanging with the wrong people. I tried to make more of things for the better but life happened & ended up homeless. I begged for jobs to get by, then because of my hard work a stranger gave me a chance that even my family wouldn’t have. Then I found an old friend thnatg happened to be a couple months pregnant. I worked harder & we started a family. Her daughter became mine at birth & I thought maybe I made it in life. My wife at the time started sleeping around early in the marriage & I’d grown a temper. Although not physical, we had a toxic marriage with very few good times, but stuck around for my daughter. Well it turns out that if you drive with too many tickets in FL, you can go to prison. There I was for 18 months.
Present: I got released from prison, & a toxic marriage & then after some time I met the wonderful (& hot) wife with 2 kids that I have now for almost 12 years. My wife & I had our ups & downs, our disagreements, but we’ve triumphed over some rather hard times making us stronger together. She has the love, hopes, & dreams while I provide the strength, the drive, & the will. My complete opposite by definition. Then in March of 2025 I seemed to have serious backpain, & the bottom 3 fingers of each hand were numb were I couldn’t grab, carry, or barely function with my hands. The doctor did nothing & he didn’t even seem intersted in what I said no matter what. Month after month I was worsening with a perma limp, I couldn’t sleep properly & the pain was so intense at times with the lack of sleep, I could be in mid conversation & pass out while talking. Eventually in June I started going to a chiropractor & about the start of July he pushed for the appropriate MRI. I got a stat refferal to a nerosurgeon where I was shown on the MRI where my vertebrae was disintegrating, & was cutting off my spinal cord. In a couple weeks I was told I will be having surgery. Worrying about the worst of many problems now & deal with the rest later. July 29th, 2 weeks later I wake up with a tootsie roll under me skin, a surgeon that operates from the front so while operating he may have used me as a puppet. The feeling of us bonding in my head comes after someone has thier hand through your throat for a couple hours,
Future: Yes the surgeon fixed what he said he was going to, but constant pain every day that lingers & intermittently intensifies is my new life as of now. Theres the upcoming MRI about 10 months after the surgery. At least I’m being looked at & I’m more at ease. I’m doing physical therapy & I hurt a lot, but the love of my wife, my two kids, a couple of close friends that keep me in check, I continue to think positive & dream of a better day. I started Salty Designz during the middle of the 5 months while having the most horrible pain imaginable to keep my mind busy. Abuse, life smacking me around, prison time, depression, anxiety, being homeless, pain, & hurt have only been a little into my life. I’ve experienced it all & if this is a story like yours, please keep your head up, think for a better tomorrow, strive to be better. Anybody that reads this, if you need somebody who understands< use the Contact Me Form thats provided. If you see someone thats struggling, don’t stand idle at thier side, be the one that gives them a chance like someone did for me once before.
A special thankyou to my family (not by blood, but years of love & loyalty), My 2 Kids Aaron & Emms (Emily), & a very special Thankyou to my loving wife ‘christy’ for her unconditional love & support during some of the hardest times i’ve ever faced due to health issues! Giving me strength to know that together we can overcome any hurdle.
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Have Questions?
Frequently Asked
Questions
How Do I Order something I like
In each area of a resource there is a button thats labeled ‘Salty Merch’. Click that button & you’ll be redirected to another page with a slideshow of opportunities. Fill out the order form. For 3d Crystal Photos, click that button to get started.
How do I know my data is safe on this website
Just like anything there is always a chance taken, but myself or any associates will never text, call, e-mail or use any form to contact you & ask for personal data. When filling out the message form, all info is kept private. I won’t sell, trade, or give away your info for any reason.
Tell me more about your cancellation/return policy.
During the creating process of an order I do multiple checks to verify your approval or to make changes. This time period is when you can cancel. Depending on the work performed by me & time spent depends on the returned deposit amount. Up to 25% maybe kept to cover any accrued cost. All items are custom to you, & therefor returns will not be accepted.
How does shipping work?
All local sales can be arranged for a meet & greet. Depending on your distance away, USPS will be used & shipping amounts will be your responsibility. Amounts are determined at that time.
Since I’m getting something custom for me, what if I change my mind about something?
That’s part of the creative process, so no-harm-no-foul. As I put you project/order together & depending on the change there might be a cost that’s your responsibility. Once I notify you, this must be agreed upon before moving forward.
Can I receive a receipt for my order?
Absolutely! As the process moves towards an order created by you, a proposal is being written. Any & all fees, cost, & deposits get recorded along with details discussed for your order.
Have additional questions?
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