The Story Behind Made by AZ
What started as a personal hobby turned into something bigger — because the graphic tees and hoodies I wanted just weren't out there.
From a Hobby to a Creative Studio
Made by AZ started with a simple frustration—I couldn't find graphic tees and hoodies that felt like me. I wanted designs with personality, purpose, and style, so I decided to create my own.
Design wasn't new to me. I've spent more than 20 years as a graphic designer, creating visual solutions that help people, businesses, and organizations communicate their message. Over the years, I've also designed and produced a wide range of custom products—from posters, wall decals, stickers, and tumblers to event signage, promotional materials, and personalized gifts. I've always enjoyed turning ideas into something people can see, use, and be proud of.
Creating custom apparel felt like a natural next step. What began as a creative outlet quickly grew through word of mouth. Friends and family started requesting custom pieces, referrals followed, and before long I was designing for businesses, events, and organizations. That's when I realized this wasn't just a hobby anymore—it was the beginning of a creative studio built on experience, craftsmanship, and a genuine love for design.
Today, Made by AZ brings together more than two decades of graphic design experience with professional custom printing. We create custom apparel, DTF transfers, business printing, branding, and promotional products that help people express themselves and help businesses present a consistent, professional image.
Every project starts with a conversation. I take the time to understand your goals, offer creative guidance when it's helpful, and design with purpose. Whether you need one custom shirt, a complete set of branded marketing materials, or products for a special event, my goal is to create something you'll be excited to share.
While every design begins with my creative direction, I work alongside a small, dedicated team that shares my commitment to quality, attention to detail, and exceptional customer service. Together, we treat every project as if it were our own, because we know every order represents someone's business, celebration, cause, or personal story.
Meet the Team
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Founder, Partner & Creative Director
"Every great design starts with a great idea." — Nzingha “Z”
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Partner, Sales & Client Relations
“Good sales isn’t pushing — it’s understanding what someone’s trying to build.” — Abdul
Made by AZ is powered by a small team of creative people who enjoy making ideas tangible. From design and production to quality control and fulfillment, we work together to create products that look great, last, and reflect the care that goes into every order.
Minority-Owned & Operated”
Made by AZ is proudly minority-owned and operated — built from the ground up on creativity, craft, and a personal connection to every product we make.