About us
About Hosteun – Born by the Sea
Hosteun didn’t start in a factory. Or a fancy showroom. It began at a wooden table, with a few rolls of cotton and the quiet desire to make shirts that are well-crafted — simple, but deep enough to hold a feeling.
Born by the Sea is a small clothing brand built by people who never studied fashion but care deeply about how a shirt should be made — and more importantly, how it should feel when worn.
Each piece from Hosteun carries something of the sea in it — something calm, quiet, steady. Not loud, not trendy, but made to stay with you for a long time.
Direct-to-Customer, Flexible Production
Hosteun runs on a direct-to-customer model. Orders come through the website, and everything after — from cutting fabric to printing, packing, and shipping — happens in-house at 428 S Pine River St, Ithaca, MI 48847, United States.
This hands-on approach allows Hosteun to stay close to every part of the process, make better decisions on materials and quality, and respond quickly to unique customer requests without relying on any third party.
Tees and Sweatshirts — Ready-Made and Personal
The collection focuses on just two things: T-shirts and sweatshirts. That’s all.
Some are ready-made — designed seasonally, crafted from soft natural cotton or warm brushed fleece, printed ahead of time, and stocked at 428 S Pine River St, Ithaca, MI 48847, United States to be shipped the moment an order comes in.
Others are custom — tailored for the ones who want to make a shirt personal. From small text edits to full-size image printing or made-to-measure fits, every custom request is treated like a one-off project, not mass production.
Built Carefully — From Fabric to Finish
Materials are selected with care. Cotton comes from Monterey Textiles (California) — soft, breathable, made for everyday wear. Fleece is sourced from Piedmont Fabrics (North Carolina) — thick enough to keep you warm, flexible enough to stay comfortable, and ideal for high-quality prints. Solid-color blanks are also prepared for print-on-demand orders — smooth enough for sharp logos or personal artwork.
All fabric is sent to 428 S Pine River St, Ithaca, MI 48847, United States, where Hosteun cuts and sews each base garment to fit just right. Designs are printed directly onto the fabric using the most suitable method (screen or DTG), then inspected by hand. Every stitch, every alignment, every color is double-checked before a shirt ever leaves the studio.
Custom Work — More Than Just a Print
For those who want something one-of-a-kind, Hosteun offers a personal process — from the first sketch to the final fold.
It begins with a submission. Then comes a round of feedback, design confirmation, and production. Most orders take just one to two business days to complete. If it’s simple, it’s faster. The result is something real, something meant — not just a shirt, but a piece of intention.
Shipping You Can Trust
Once complete, your order is packed and shipped directly from 428 S Pine River St, Ithaca, MI 48847, United States. Hosteun partners with USPS, UPS, and FedEx to ensure your delivery arrives safely and on time.
Every package includes a tracking number, sent to your email as soon as it leaves the workshop. Standard delivery typically takes five to six business days within the U.S., and you’ll always know exactly where your order is.
Who Is Hosteun?
Hosteun is a small team of careful hands and thoughtful minds. The brand doesn’t chase trends. It focuses on doing things right — with real fabric, real people, and real intent.
Most of Hosteun didn’t come from design school. But everyone here takes their work seriously. At Hosteun, a good shirt isn’t loud. It just fits — quietly, calmly — like the sound of waves in your head long after you’ve left the shore.
Contact us
Address: 428 S Pine River St, Ithaca, MI 48847, United States
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (989) 255-4977
Form: Contact Us
Support Hours: Mon–Sun: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM EST