Ugmonk Turns Two!

August 26, 2010  |   10 Comments »

Today marks the 2nd Anniversary of Ugmonk. I can’t believe how quickly these past two years have passed and how much Ugmonk has grown in this short time. I said the same thing last year, but even then, I never expected to have been able to make Ugmonk my full time job. It’s been an amazing ride so far and I’m loving every minute of it.

To celebrate this 2-year mark, I designed a special Limited Edition Collector’s Set which is now available in the Ugmonk Shop. Last year we did a limited run of 100 shirts, so for year two we decided to do 200. Yep, only 200 of these sets have been made, so once they’re sold out, they’re gone for good.

Each 2nd Anniversary Collector’s Set includes several pieces. The 2nd anniversary tshirt is of course the central piece, featuring a two-color discharge print on a charcoal gray shirt with special screen printed 2nd anniversary logo tags in the neck.

While the shirt could easily stand on it’s own, I wanted to add some premium packaging that was not only special, but could also be reused and repurposed. The result was a wooden box (made of solid pine and birch ply) with a wood-burned anniversary logo on the lid. I hope to see people using these boxes in creative ways (art supplies, photo collections, etc.)

Each set also comes with an Ugmonk laser-engraved wooden coin, each individually numbered. I love the tactile nature of engraved wood and thought is would be a cool way to number each set. Each token is has a slightly different wood grain making them each one of a kind.

Finally, each set includes a signed Ugmonk collector’s card with the 2nd Anniversary design on one side and the 2nd anniversary logo on the other. I’ve personally signed each card as a thank you.

If you haven’t noticed yet, everything about this anniversary release is about the number TWO.  We have a couple more exciting things to further this theme:

1) A 2-day 20% off sale – the biggest discount we’ve ever offered (August 26 and 27) – Use code TWOYEARS at checkout
2) A special bonus “2 are Better than One” shirt will be included in the Anniversary Sets numbered 2, 22, 122, and 200

It’s been awesome to see the last few month’s worth of work all come together. I hope you guys enjoy the result as much as I have!

Go grab your own at the shop while supplies last!

Posted in: Design, News, Ugmonk
  • Jenni

    Just bought mine, SO excited guys! Congratulations on making two years and becoming even more successful! I am a design student who came across your site doing research for an assignment, and you have provided me inspiration. You give me hope that even the smallest of ideas can become the biggest of reality, and hope that i too can become a success story! Everytime i look at my t-shirt, i will remember; ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! – Jenni, Sydney Australia.

  • Ben

    Loved them so much, I had to buy 2 of them. Great designs, just received my first 2 in the mail the other day, looking forward to receiving the other 8 that I’ve just ordered! Keep up the great work, amazing designs man! – Ben, Melbourne Australia.

  • http://www.ugmonk.com Jeff

    @Jenni: Thanks so much! Glad I can be an inspiration and is really is true – ANYTHING is possible with enough hard work and passion. Good luck with your studies

    @Ben: Awesome! Glad you dig the tees. Really appreciate the huge support for what I do.

  • Michael

    Congratulations and well done! I’m pleased to see you’ve gone all out to make this a special occasion. You’ve set a high benchmark for yourself and I look forward to seeing you push your limits some more.

  • http://www.bassplayer.ro Bass player

    It looks awesome! It’s one of your best works! Congrats! :)

  • http://www.skillafashion.com SKILLA

    Totally awesome, you did it again Jeff!

  • doll

    OMG! I can’t believe I missed this edition. You are so creative! I am so happy for you. I’m in NYC now. Do you have a good source for quality blanks in this area that you would willing to share? You have really inspired me. I love EVERYTHING you do! You have such great style, simple, classic & trendy all @ the same time. How is that possible???? WOW!!!! I am going for it now…for sure. You just don’t know how you’ve motivated me w/this lateste edition to your collection. Where the heck did you find those boxes? Did you make those too? How in the world do you keep coming up w/this stuff??? HATS OFF 2 U…ONCE AGAIN JEFF!!!! I am VERY PROUD & HAPPY for you & your family’s success! Keep it up buddy.

  • http://www.corrono.com Andy Corrono

    Check out Jeff, you shirts was posted on abduzeedo blog
    http://abduzeedo.com/daily-inspiration-604
    Nice nice nice :)

  • Jon

    Hey Jeff

    Just got my shirt through the post today and was lucky enough to get number 2 with the free shirt! :)

    You really did raise the bar with this release, it is amazing! Congratulations on all the success, good luck trying to succeed this with a 3rd year piece!

    Thanks again!

  • Tannerfritz

    I love the token/coasters, where did you get them done? I’m looking for a similar token for my brewery’s launch party.

    Thanks!