PACKAGING · APPAREL · WEB
Founded by Scott Manthey & Ariel Tourner — 12 years of Design + Engineering in Tempe, AZ. 80+ brands. 0% rejection rate.
We design the final product—not mockups. Cannabis packaging that ships compliant. Apparel that factories accept on first submission. Ecommerce sites generating revenue. Zero revisions. Shipped in 4-8 weeks.
✓ We respond within 24 hours
We start with a deep dive into your brand, market, and vision. Understanding your goals, target audience, and production constraints.
Strategic planning for design direction, manufacturing feasibility, compliance requirements, and timeline management.
Creating finished-goods designs with manufacturing tolerances, tech packs, and production specifications built in from day one.
Production coordination, quality assurance, and ongoing support to ensure your product ships on time and exceeds expectations.
Compliant packaging design for cannabis products, including child-resistant closures and labeling per state regulations.
Consumer packaged goods design for food, beverages, cosmetics, and supplements with full retail specifications.
Custom apparel design with technical specifications, embroidery/print placement, and factory-ready files.
Full ecommerce website design and development optimized for conversions, SEO, and customer retention.
Detailed technical specification documents ensuring factories understand every detail of your design.
Complete brand identity including logos, color systems, typography, and visual guidelines.
Product labels with compliance verification, barcode integration, and print-ready files.
Point-of-sale displays, shelf talkers, and retail environmental graphics designed for impact.
Professional product photography and lifestyle imagery for ecommerce and marketing materials.
End-to-end production coordination, quality assurance, and logistics management from design to delivery.
We specialize in cannabis, CPG (food, beverages, cosmetics), lifestyle brands, and ecommerce. We have 12+ years of experience navigating complex regulatory environments, manufacturing constraints, and retail requirements across all these industries.
Standard projects ship in 4-8 weeks. This includes discovery, design, revisions, tech pack creation, and production coordination. Timelines depend on complexity, your feedback speed, and manufacturing lead times.
Yes. We design with manufacturing constraints built in from day one. Our 0% rejection rate means we deliver files that factories accept on first submission—no reengineering required.
We stay current with cannabis regulations across all major states. We handle child-resistant closures, warning labels, tracking codes, and packaging material requirements specific to each state's regulations.
Absolutely. Every project includes detailed technical specification documents with measurements, materials, print specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing instructions—ensuring zero ambiguity with factories.
Yes. We build high-converting ecommerce sites from the ground up. We handle design, development, SEO, payment processing, and optimization to drive revenue—not just traffic.
Projects start at $4,000 per SKU and scale based on complexity. We respond within 24 hours to inquiries and provide detailed quotes after our discovery call. We work with startups to Fortune 500 brands.
SMAT designed our packaging from concept to production. Zero revisions. Factory accepted on first submission. We were live in 6 weeks.
Founder, SkynPatch
We tried 3 other agencies. SMAT was the first to understand cannabis compliance AND retail standards. Game changer.
Operations, Black Wall Street
Their tech packs were so detailed that our manufacturer actually asked if they could use them as a template for other clients.
Product Manager, Plushtrap
The 15-point checklist that ensures your packaging passes state regulations on first submission.
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Premium cannabis skincare branding, packaging, and ecommerce
SkynPatch came to us with a vision to disrupt the cannabis skincare space. We handled everything: brand identity, packaging design compliant with all state regulations, tech packs for manufacturing, and a high-converting ecommerce site. The result: factory accepted all designs on first submission, and their conversion rate increased 4x after launch.
Key challenges: Ensuring compliance across 15+ states while maintaining premium aesthetic. Sourcing sustainable packaging materials. Creating packaging that stands out on retail shelves. Building an ecommerce experience that converts.
Our solution: Deep dive into state regulations for each SKU. Collaborated with manufacturers to source materials that met their budget and sustainability goals. Designed packaging with shelf impact and consumer psychology in mind. Built ecommerce with conversion optimization from day one.
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Premium candy confectionery packaging with retail displays
Sweetoz is a premium candy brand targeting luxury retail environments. We designed 12 unique SKUs with metallic finishes, custom embossing, and retail display systems. Each package tells a story and commands attention on high-end retail shelves.
Key challenges: Balancing premium aesthetics with cost-effective manufacturing. Creating shelf impact in a crowded confectionery category. Designing retail displays that complement in-store environments.
Our solution: Worked with premium packaging suppliers to achieve metallic effects within budget. Designed modular retail displays adaptable to different store layouts. Created packaging that translates photography for digital retail (Amazon, specialty ecommerce).
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Board game packaging and gaming community branding
Black Wall Street creates board games celebrating African American culture and history. We designed packaging that captures the spirit of the games while meeting retail standards for major distributors. Every detail—from box construction to insert design—was optimized for gameplay and unboxing experience.
Key challenges: Game box design that protects delicate components. Creating packaging that stands out in a crowded game retail space. Managing complex assembly with multiple inserts and components.
Our solution: Engineered packaging with custom insert systems to protect game components. Designed box artwork that tells the story of each game. Created tech packs detailing every assembly step to ensure zero defects in production.
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Pharmaceutical bottle design with clinical specifications
SLIM GLP is a pharmaceutical brand requiring FDA compliance, clinical accuracy, and premium aesthetics. We designed bottles and labels meeting all pharmaceutical regulations while maintaining brand identity. Every specification was documented for medical device manufacturing.
Key challenges: Navigating FDA labeling requirements. Ensuring accurate dosing information. Designing labels for multiple languages and regulatory markets. Creating clinical credibility while maintaining brand appeal.
Our solution: Worked with regulatory consultants to ensure compliance across markets. Created label systems supporting multiple languages. Designed clinical typography and information hierarchy. Developed comprehensive tech packs with pharmaceutical manufacturing standards.
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Apparel line design with custom manufacturing
Plushtrap is a high-end apparel brand known for quality craftsmanship and unique design. We designed a full collection with detailed tech packs specifying every seam, stitch count, and material. Each design was optimized for their chosen manufacturer's capabilities.
Key challenges: Translating premium brand vision into manufacturing specs. Sourcing unique fabrics (satin, premium blends). Ensuring consistent quality across production runs. Managing fit across multiple sizes.
Our solution: Created detailed apparel tech packs with fit specifications for all sizes. Sourced and tested fabrics before finalizing specs. Worked directly with manufacturer to optimize production processes. Designed QA checks for fabric quality and construction.
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Sports apparel patches and merchandise design
WMAC Masters is a professional sports federation needing branded merchandise that resonates with their community. We designed custom patches for athletes and merchandise that captures the competitive spirit and prestige of the organization.
Key challenges: Creating designs that work on multiple application methods (patches, embroidery, print). Maintaining design integrity at small sizes. Managing multiple colorways. Balancing athlete feedback with brand consistency.
Our solution: Designed patch and embroidery files for optimal stitch quality. Created multiple colorways for merchandise options. Worked with embroidery and print suppliers to ensure quality across production. Designed athlete-approved designs that celebrate WMAC heritage.
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Retail signage and point-of-sale design with LED integration
Cookies needed striking retail signage to compete in busy retail environments. We designed LED-integrated point-of-sale displays that command attention and communicate brand values. Each design was adapted for specific retail locations.
Key challenges: Designing for diverse retail environments. Integrating LED elements safely and effectively. Creating signage that works with retail partner brand guidelines. Managing installation across multiple locations.
Our solution: Created modular signage systems adaptable to different retail spaces. Worked with LED manufacturers to specify safe, energy-efficient integration. Designed installation guides for retail partners. Delivered comprehensive asset libraries for each location.
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