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It was born from an exclusive collaboration between Nerko Ink and Atelier Karaïbes. Its ink style, hatching, and imagination blending animals, sea, and legends give character to the original illustrations of this collection.

The collection is available on illustrated T-shirts and accessories, including postcards and stickers. The models and versions offered depend on each support: check its collection to choose.

Your purchase supports a local network: the sewing supply shops we buy from, the local seamstresses we work with and the jobs our business creates in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. Sewing in our workshops, printing in our shops and welcoming customers keep these skills alive every day.

The T-shirts page offers two paths: the workshop collection, to choose as presented, or a composition from our dedicated men’s and women’s collection.

Our two shops are located in Terre-de-Haut, Les Saintes, and in Saint-François, Guadeloupe. Find their addresses and directions on the Our Shops page.

Our sewn pieces are made in France’s overseas territories: our team cuts and sews them in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. Making the fabric and making the garment are separate stages.

Our collections also include sewn accessories, postcards, patches, caps, mugs and stickers. Our original artwork draws on Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea and nature. You can also create a sticker sheet combining our illustrations with your own images.

It depends on the model. Check its product page and guide: they specify adjustments and different ways to wear it. An adjustable model should remain comfortable at every stage.

Our sewn pieces are made in France’s overseas territories: our team cuts and sews them in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. Making the fabric and making the garment are separate stages.

Our madras is woven in France. Our wax fabrics come from various origins, identified for each reference. We select the fabrics, then cut and sew the pieces in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes.

Each piece has its own sizes and availability. Select the variation on its page: only the options offered for that item can be ordered.

Check the model guide and verify its settings, then the sizes offered on the product page. The guides for the shirred dress and the tunic dress explain different ways they work.

Our sewn pieces are made in France’s overseas territories: our team cuts and sews them in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. Making the fabric and making the garment are separate stages.

Our madras is woven in France. Our wax fabrics come from various origins, identified for each reference. We select the fabrics, then cut and sew the pieces in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes.

The T-shirts, fits and printing methods can differ. Our workshop collection offers ready-chosen combinations; the design-your-own option uses a dedicated T-shirt range. Each price is shown before you add the item to your cart.

Choose these models from the variations shown on their product page. To combine a colour and an illustration from our collections, use Create your T-shirt, in the range planned for that combination.

We select T-shirts from textile manufacturers, then our team prints them in-store, in Saint-François (Guadeloupe) and Les Saintes. They are not sewn in our workshops. To know the country of manufacture of a specific model, please ask us for the label information.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Yes. The configurator lets you compare available colours and illustrations, choose the printed side, and review your design before adding it to the cart.

Online T-shirt creation is reserved for our illustrations. To mix your own photos, drawings and texts, choose the Freeform format from the sticker configurator.

We select T-shirts from textile manufacturers, then our team prints them in-store, in Saint-François (Guadeloupe) and Les Saintes. They are not sewn in our workshops. To know the country of manufacture of a specific model, please ask us for the label information.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

This women’s style has a loose fit, dropped shoulders and short rolled sleeves secured with a stitch. It is made from 155 g/m² combed organic cotton jersey and comes in XS, S, M and L.

Black comes with Smiley 971 or Surf & turtle 971 in white or mustard yellow. Ivory comes with Hummingbird 971 or Traveller’s palm 971 in black. Pink comes with Surf & turtle 971 or Stamp 971 in black. The illustration is printed on the left chest, with the logo outside at the back neck and a printed label inside the collar.

On the product page, choose from available options and check the visual and summary before adding to the cart. Each cart line reflects the selected model.

To freely create from our illustration collections, go to Create Your T-shirt. This creation uses its own range of T-shirts; therefore, materials and cuts may vary.

We select T-shirts from textile manufacturers, then our team prints them in-store, in Saint-François (Guadeloupe) and Les Saintes. They are not sewn in our workshops. To know the country of manufacture of a specific model, please ask us for the label information.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Yes. In the sticker configurator, Freeform format allows you to combine our illustrations with your own drawings, photos, and texts.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

No: you can mix all available postcard designs. Add them to your cart; as soon as the required number of cards is reached, the displayed volume discount automatically applies to all your cards.

Yes. The illustration is on the front; the back is designed for your message and address. The Back view on each sheet lets you see it before choosing.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Do not heat-iron it if the label on the support does not allow the required heat. A sewn attachment may be suitable if the fabric allows it; however, it pierces waterproof coatings.

Keep the thermoadhesive layer. Only remove the presentation card and any small adhesive dot before following the application steps.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

A sheet from the collection is ordered as presented. To choose the elements and their arrangement yourself, use the Freeform format in the configurator.

Open the sheet's page: its images and details describe the chosen reference. Check this sheet before adding a quantity to the cart.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Select options when offered on the page. Otherwise, browse other models in the collection: combinations not shown cannot be ordered from this page.

No. Applying a patch requires a heat-compatible panel and proper support matching the cap's curve. Please consult the guide before applying a patch yourself.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Choose among the variations offered on the product page or other mugs in the collection. The T-shirt and sticker configurators do not allow mug customization.

Our mugs are double-wall stainless steel. A functional carabiner replaces the handle and allows you to hang them. Capacity and any other characteristics should be checked on the item’s sheet.

No. The illustration is printed directly into the mug’s material. This printing is done in-store by our team.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

The illustrations in this print-on-demand range are printed in black. For other finishes and combinations, discover the workshop collection.

In the composition choices, select the version without lettering and the back side when offered. Then check the visual and summary before adding to the cart.

Yes. Open your cart and use Edit on the relevant T-shirt. Check the new choices, then confirm the modification to replace that line.

We select T-shirts from textile manufacturers, then our team prints them in-store, in Saint-François (Guadeloupe) and Les Saintes. They are not sewn in our workshops. To know the country of manufacture of a specific model, please ask us for the label information.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Select the element on the sheet, then use the + and − buttons or size setting. Dimensions are shown in centimetres. If scaling is blocked, check remaining space, margins, and other elements.

Yes, in Freeform format. Add your images, a drawing from the collection, or text with the provided tools, then place and size each element on the sheet.

Check the indicated steps: the locations of a predefined format must be filled. In Freeform format, elements must respect the indicated margins and spacings. Correct alerts before validating.

Our team checks your design, then prints and cuts it directly in-store. You can find us in Saint-François (Guadeloupe) and Les Saintes.

No. It explains the cuts, adjustments, and ways to wear the garments. To order, use the sizes and information from the chosen model's sheet.

This guide is for the children's version. Settings and fittings for a children's model should not be automatically applied to an adult piece.

It must hold without tightening. Adjust the thin straps with knots on the shoulders and check that the child remains comfortable in movement.

No, the ruffled top is sold separately. You can pair it with the dress or wear it on its own.

Slide the fabric on the cord, distribute the gathers, then retie the tie on the shoulder to adjust the collar opening without tightening.

No. The shorts are sold separately. The tunic dress can be worn on its own or with shorts or pants, depending on the style you prefer.

No. The top can be worn alone, especially with shorts or pants. Pairing it with a shirred dress is another option; both pieces are sold separately.

The illustrated ways to wear it adjust by changing the position of the top: on the shoulders, off the shoulders, on one shoulder, or as a bustier. Choose the one that stays comfortable and well supported.

Let the whole cool and rest first for the indicated time. If an edge still lifts, a few discreet stitches can reinforce the attachment, if the material allows it.

Wait at least 24 hours. Then follow the garment’s care label; prefer a gentle wash inside out and avoid tumble drying and ironing directly on the patch.

The Les Saintes shop is in Terre-de-Haut; the Saint-François shop is in Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe. Choose the right address to prepare your route.

Do not consider online availability as a reservation in a specific point of sale. For a reference, size, or particular colour, contact the shop before going.

The placement depends on the cut of the fabric and the model. These variations are part of the artisanal work; look at the photos of the proposed version to choose your piece.

The Madras filter in the handmade clothing shop gathers the relevant references. The models and colour options evolve with the collections.

The madras we use is woven in France. We then cut and sew it in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes to make our clothes and accessories.

The series evolve with available fabrics. To find a specific pattern, check the current pieces; do not assume a previous combination will always be offered.

These are two separate steps. Our wax fabrics come from various origins, identified for each reference; the garments are then cut and sewn in our workshops.

It uses our own ink and the process of integrating it into the fiber. For different illustrations and effects, check the workshop collection.

We select T-shirts from textile manufacturers, then our team prints them in-store, in Saint-François (Guadeloupe) and Les Saintes. They are not sewn in our workshops. To know the country of manufacture of a specific model, please ask us for the label information.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Your purchase supports a local network: the sewing supply shops we buy from, the local seamstresses we work with and the jobs our business creates in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. Sewing in our workshops, printing in our shops and welcoming customers keep these skills alive every day.

The product page specifies its material and characteristics. For sewing, our team cuts and sews pieces in our workshops; for T-shirts, it selects the bases and prints the illustrations in-store.

A small series is chosen from its available variations. Online customization follows dedicated paths: Create your T-shirt for our illustrations, and use the sticker configurator for your compositions.

You can discover the pieces in our shops in Terre-de-Haut and Saint-François. To prepare your visit, consult the collections and online sheets.

The handmade clothing collection brings together pieces made in our workshops. The T-shirt collection features garments selected and then printed by our team in-store.

Our wax-print and madras clothing is cut and sewn in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. We select T-shirts from textile manufacturers, then our team prints them in-store in Les Saintes and Saint-François. Our madras is woven in France: making the fabric and making the garment are separate stages.

Postcards, stickers, and mugs avoid the need to choose a clothing size. Compare the illustrations and dimensions on the product pages to find a suitable gift.

Yes. Models mix together in your cart and count towards the quantity discount displayed in the collection.

Our Saint-François shop is located in Grande-Terre. The Les Saintes shop is on Terre-de-Haut, a different island.

Yes. The site showcases sewing, T-shirts, and accessories. For a specific item in a specific store, contact the team before visiting: online stock does not guarantee in-store reservation.

Set aside time for the village, then choose a visit to somewhere such as Fort Napoléon or a beach, depending on your schedule and the conditions that day. Allow time to return to the ferry landing when planning shopping or trying on clothes. Confirm your ferry time with the operator.

Atelier Karaïbes is in the centre of Terre-de-Haut, a few minutes’ walk from the ferry landing. Discover our handmade clothing and T-shirts printed by our team. Use the directions link to plan your visit.

Compare The workshop collection or try a composition on the website. If you plan a pickup during your visit, check options at checkout and wait for confirmation of preparation.

A desired time slot does not guarantee the order will be ready then. Check options offered at checkout and confirmation before planning your visit.

The Our Shops page gathers the Terre-de-Haut address and its route link. Keep it handy to reach the shop.

Open the Postcards collection and search by model name. Each product page shows the card and its back.

Yes. All postcards added to the cart count together to reach the displayed threshold, even if you choose a different model each time.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

No. In the Freeform format, you can add elements one by one, move them, and adjust their size directly in the configurator.

Yes. The Freeform format lets you mix photos, texts, and illustrations. Each element placed on the sheet becomes a pre-cut sticker.

We offer our collections of original illustrations, including the exclusive Nerko Ink × Atelier Karaïbes collaboration. Les Saintes, Guadeloupe, the sea, nature, and legends inspire this universe.

Your pair’s composition is done in-store, among models, sizes, soles and straps available. The site configurators concern other products.

The options depend on collections and arrivals. Contact the shop for a precise combination before visiting; the presentation page is not a real-time inventory.

The online order covers the variants offered on this page. For a special request, contact our team; do not choose another size expecting to modify it in a note.

Check the guide matching your model's name, then the product page information. Not all children's garments have the same settings.

Our sewn pieces are made in France’s overseas territories: our team cuts and sews them in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. Making the fabric and making the garment are separate stages.

Our madras is woven in France. Our wax fabrics come from various origins, identified for each reference. We select the fabrics, then cut and sew the pieces in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes.

Choose among available colours or variations on the product page. Small batches evolve with fabrics; a previous combination may no longer be orderable.

Check the details and images on the product page. If a needed measurement for your choice is not listed, ask the team before ordering.

Our sewn pieces are made in France’s overseas territories: our team cuts and sews them in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes. Making the fabric and making the garment are separate stages.

Our madras is woven in France. Our wax fabrics come from various origins, identified for each reference. We select the fabrics, then cut and sew the pieces in our workshops in Guadeloupe and Les Saintes.

Use Edit on the relevant line to reopen its configuration. Validate your new choices before returning to the cart; the summary allows you to check them.

Choose delivery and enter the requested address at checkout. Calculated fees and the total are shown before payment. Check them before finalizing.

Open My Account and log in with the email used for the order. You can view your orders and their status.

Use Forgot Password at login. Follow the link received by email to set a new one, then log in again with the same address.

The payment result is shown on this page once it is verified. Then find the order in My Account with the address used and check the tracking information sent by email.

Use Return to my cart to check your order and start a new session. An expired session does not trigger preparation.