About Us

Welcome to A Creative Life!

Hi there! I'm Shanna, and I'm so glad you're here. A Creative Life is my passion project turned family business, right here in Madelia, Minnesota. What started as a love for creating fun, unique designs has grown into something I'm incredibly proud of—a place where creativity meets community.

Our Story

Based in Madelia, A Creative Life is all about bringing your ideas to life through custom graphic apparel and other fun creations. Whether you're planning a family reunion, a vacation with friends, or celebrating a special event, I love working with customers to design something that's uniquely yours.

From local pride designs celebrating New Ulm, the Cottonwood River, and Minneopa State Park, to custom team gear for the New Ulm Eagles, Cathedral, Two Rivers Warriors, and Madelia Blackhawks, every piece I create is made with care and attention to detail.

I love to see small businesses flourish and am proud to support them anyway I can. From coffee shops, bakeries, boutiques, and car dealerships; I've created something for everyone. I believe firmly in giving more than you take, so offering money saving discounts to small businesses is the least I can do. We all succeed together and are stronger together.

Handmade with Heart

Every shirt, every design, every order is handmade right here in my workspace. I take pride in the quality of my work and the personal touch that goes into each creation. When you order from A Creative Life, you're not just getting a product—you're getting a piece that's been thoughtfully crafted just for you.

How Custom Orders Work

Have an idea? I'd love to help bring it to life! The customization process is simple and collaborative. Just reach out with your vision, and we'll work together to create something perfect for your occasion. I'm easy to work with and quick with order fulfillment, so you can count on getting your custom designs when you need them.

What Our Customers Say

"Wonderful shop, I highly recommend this seller. Pleasant to work with and easy to work with, Thank you once again Shanna."

"Shanna does such an awesome job! Quick with order fulfillment, high quality shirts with long lasting designs."

"We are so happy with our tshirts! Shanna made 17 shirts & every single one turned out great!"

Part of the Community

I'm proud to serve customers throughout Minnesota and beyond, with special connections to the Madelia and New Ulm communities. You can also find A Creative Life products at Mabel's Merkantil, our local retail partner.

Join Our Rewards Program

As a thank you for your support, we offer a rewards program where you can earn points with every purchase. It's just one more way we show appreciation for our amazing customers!

Let's Create Something Together

Whether you're looking for matching vacation tees, family reunion shirts, swag for your small business or something completely unique, I'm here to help. I don't just do graphic apparel; ask me about mugs, tumblers, koozies, or whatever your have on your mind. Thank you for supporting this small, family-run business. Every order means the world to me!

Ready to get started on your custom order? Contact me today!