Business Spotlight: The Hairy Ant

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Submitted by: Anthony Harrison, owner/operator

Your business name: The Hairy Ant

Email address: anthony@thehairyant.com

Phone number: 630-258-4590

Business address/town: 907 Illinois Ave., St. Charles

When and how did your business get started?

In 2005 after graduating college I got a screen printing press for fun. In 2008 I started printing for local businesses and it has grown from there. Now I offer vinyl decals, embroidery, and screenprinting services.

What is your business best known for?

I take pride in the fact that all of my screenprinted t's hoodies and whatever else is requested is still HAND PRINTED. I believe that since they are hand printed by me, (the one who talks directly with the customers) that I can offer more custom options than a large chain. I like to make each order personal, from sales, to color options, to imprint locations and even open to trying new techniques.

How can people contact your business? anthony@thehairyant.com

What is your business website address? www.thehairyant.com

Does your business offer a special deals card or program?

Since every job is treated as custom and unique, pricing and options are always negotiable.

Share your business Facebook URL, if you have one. www.facebook.com/hairyant

What's something interesting about your business your customers might not know?

I am a one-man shop, and The Hairy Ant originates from my name ANThony Harrison. From design, sales, printing, invoicing, inventory, cleaning etc. I make it happen.

Why did you choose the town you did to open your business?

I grew up in St. Charles, and chose to still live here. I also have several other friends with local small businesses in St. Charles, and we like to network together. All of my business is word of mouth and repeat business.