Tale & Twine began from a love of cozy little things — cute animals, comforting stories, woodland charm, soft fabrics, gentle humour, and the kind of everyday moments that make life feel a little more magical.
Inspired by cottagecore living, fantasy books, nature, nostalgic storytelling, and beloved animal companions, each piece is thoughtfully designed to bring warmth, whimsy, and personality into your wardrobe and home. From embroidered apparel to comforting little treasures, everything is created with the hope of making someone smile and feel a little more at home in their own cozy world.
Formerly known as Grumpy Goose, Tale & Twine grew into a brand that better reflects the soft storybook world behind the designs — one filled with cozy evenings, rainy bookshop days, woodland wanderings, sleepy cottages, and the joy of surrounding yourself with things you truly love.
Thank you so much for supporting this little dream and being part of the Tale & Twine story ♡
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Kimberly on 27 May, 2026
5 out of 5 starsWonderful t-shirt! We love that the embroidery lasts, unlike printed designs.
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Kimberly on 25 May, 2026
5 out of 5 starsReally cute t-shirt. The embroidery lasts much longer than printing.
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Lisa on 16 May, 2026
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully embroidered t-shirt. Can't wait to wear it. Just as described and arrived fairly quickly.
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Sierra on 11 May, 2026
5 out of 5 starsI contacted the shop for a semi-custon request and the customer service was great. The embroidery on the violet comfort colors sweatshirt turned out perfect!
Sarah responded on 16 May, 2026
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you love your Moth sweatshirt, the photo looks great! it was a pleasure making your custom request 💜
About TaleAndTwineCo
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Painting new Christmas designs in our studio! -
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Shop members
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Sarah
Owner
Hi, I’m Sarah — creator of Tale & Twine ♡ Inspired by cozy living, woodland charm, cute animals, fantasy books, and everyday magic, I design whimsical pieces made to bring comfort and joy.
Production partners
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Embroidery Shop
Chatsworth, CA
To help embroider our custom designs onto products
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A Print Shop
CA, United States
A printing partner
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Cancellations
Cancellations: not accepted
Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.
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Frequently asked questions
What type of print is on your clothing?
This is direct to garment printing so the ink is sunken into the fabric. This means the ink is not printed on top like vinyl so won't chip or peel.
What are your shipping times?
Please allow 2-10 days for your item to be made.
Standard shipping is 5-7 business days.
Delivery dates are estimated and are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for delayed shipments.
Why Does My Shirt Have A Vinegar Smell?
When unpacking a new shirt or hoodie with a direct-to-garment (DTG) print, you might notice a vinegar-like smell or an off-white residue. Don't worry, that's not unusual - it's from a fixation agent applied during the printing process and it's not permanent.
Fixation agent (sometimes known as pre-treatment) is used for all DTG prints across the industry. It helps the ink bond with the fabric, and without it, the ink would flake off the garment.
The solution is simply to wash the garment! Neither the residue nor the smell is permanent and both should go away after one wash.
Where are you items shipped from?
With the exception of a few of our bag products, all our garments are produced and shipped withing the U.S.
Disclaimer
Colors in listings may slightly vary depending on what device you are using.
Prints may appear smaller depending on the shirt size ordered.
Shirt sizing has a tolerance of 1.5" from measurements provided.
Delivery dates are estimated and are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for delayed shipments.
Returns & Exchanges
All sales are final unless the item arrives damaged. If your item arrives damaged, please contact us within 2 weeks of receiving the item.
Since our items are made to order, you will not be refunded for sizing issues. Please refer to the size chart in the listing. We provide these measurements with a 1.5" tolerance
Please check your shipping information when placing your order. If a package is returned due to an incorrect address or due to a package refusal, you are responsible for reshipment costs. If an item is returned to us without an agreement, you will not be refunded.