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Works In Progress NYC
Custom t-shirts, totes, hats, fleece, live events and more! Works In Progress prides itself on quality workmanship, unparalleled customer service, and excellent value. Not only will your project look great, it will also help local communities by funding our internship program.

Works In Progress internship programs work with local high schools, to provide hands-on work experience in our silk-screen printing studio, where students learn a variety of techniques and skills associated with the production of custom t-shirts, as well as customer service, quality control, inventory and the essentials of team work.
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With over 30 years of experience Works in Progress NYC, prides itself on quality workmanship, unparalleled customer service, on being an approved New York City Vendor, and for having a history of community involvement. Works in Progress NYC, (originally Design East) was founded in 1983, by artists Emily Clark and Jon Millstein in a small storefront in the East Village.
Silk screening printing is excellent for creating versatile images on all types of garments and fabric goods. We can print up to 8 solid colors producing bright, vibrant, opaque colors on dark or light colored fabrics. It is the most efficient way to print a large volume of shirts at an affordable price.
We have only shown a select number of products, but there are hundreds of other products that can be customized. If you have a specific product in mind, look through our supplier's catalog (take note of product #) and call us to discuss the best print method for your custom design. We bring our custom printing to your event, where your guests can print t-shirts and totes on location.
We have listed the most commonly asked questions, if you don't see the answer you're looking for, please call us or email us, (real people answer the phone). Yes, with a digital print or vinyl. The advantage of a digital print is that there are no set-up fees or limits to the number of colors on the print.
We can come to your venue to create a unique addition to your company event, with t-shirts and bags printed on site from your designs. You can pre-order t-shirts or tote bags from us, or your guests can bring their own garments to be printed. You can silk screen a company logo or any one-color design of your choosing.
Reviews (14)
Cathy Sanchez
Cathy Sanchez
Aug 15, 2021
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I stopped in after searching online for a local print shop near NYU. So glad I found this place. I wanted to have a t-shirt customized last minute and the staff was awesome. They helped me select a great color and the appropriate font to make the shirt look nice. The shirt was ready within hours so, I can have it for dorm move-in. Thank you Works In Progress NYC!
Rachel Allen
Rachel Allen
May 22, 2021
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I came in last minute for some tshirts and they were really accommodating. The lady who helped me design my shirt was especially kind a d helpful.
Mordy Rubin
Mordy Rubin
Nov 29, 2020
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Excellent customer service! They have all their equipment onsite. Very fair pricing. Got my stuff done on the spot with no extra charge for rush. Extremely friendly staff.
Liberty A.
Liberty A.
Oct 17, 2020
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Works In Progress are a local treasure! Love these peeps for their great customer service, quick turnaround, excellent advice, outstanding finished product, and the great work they do. Big thanks to Lena who went above and beyond to make sure everything was especial. (It was.) Love this place!
Adrian Rosas
Adrian Rosas
Aug 25, 2020
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They are extremely responsive, patient, and helpful. They are doing wonderful work for the community at large, local artists, and youth. Support this company if you are able!
Mark Rubinsky
Mark Rubinsky
Aug 22, 2020
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WIPNYC has printed shirts, bags and embroidered hats for my Corporate Clients on several occasions. They always make the deadline, come in on budget and if there is ever a hiccup they make it right. Personal and caring Customer Service - a local small business in a big town. They are the best.
Michael Dunn
Michael Dunn
May 31, 2020
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Very helpful staff that did a great job on a one-off t shirt job I needed to get done. Super responsive and accommodating, especially in a COVID environment.
Ashley Dikos
Ashley Dikos
Jan 25, 2020
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I needed a shirt same-day printed, and the service was super fast (10 min tops) and easy! I gave them a USB with the file and had a perfectly printed t-shirt moments later. Super affordable too! Highly recommend.
Anesha Durant
Anesha Durant
Oct 16, 2019
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We were ordering shirts for an event that was less than one week away😬😬😬 But the ladies were nice and patient.As my manager was being particular about the designs for the order. And they are reasonably priced under or about 20.00 a shirt for our order. I Definitely will be going there again!
Devon O.
Devon O.
Aug 22, 2019
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Emily and everyone over there we're amazing to work with. Very professional and knowledgeable with working on my project with me. Everything came out very well , super high quality and I will definitely return
Brandon D.
Brandon D.
Mar 19, 2019
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Friendly & very communicative with a speedy turnover for a 37-count, single color, two-sided screen print job. Emily and Danny stayed in constant communication, being very quick in their email responses, and were very helpful with their design / print suggestions and professional advice. Not a single complaint. THANK YOU WIP- to many more prints!
Charles Smith
Charles Smith
Aug 09, 2018
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This place is great. Staff very helpful. Despite my mistake they still willing to help and even gave me a break on the price. Definitely using this place from now on.
Karen B.
Karen B.
Nov 27, 2017
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I first found Works in Progress years ago when I was looking for a socially responsible company to produce tshirts for a company run with the JP Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge 5k. I wanted to support either a non-profit or a company that gives back to the community in some way. When I did a Google search, Works in Progress popped up and I was immediately drawn to their mission to provide internships to NYC high school students where they can get a hands-on learning experience and engage in all aspects of the business.

Since discovering Works in Progress, I have placed several large orders
Sheba L.
Sheba L.
Mar 17, 2015
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I brought them the concept for my T-shirt design.
They worked face to face, email and over the phone with me on a number of things that were necessary to help bring a double sided, tri-colored to life. Communication was solid. These folks know their business!
The best thing was that I never felt like I did not have any control over of my order... It was a great collaboration.
Really appreciate the experience... I'll be back... I def recommend this gang.
-S