Turn a tiny phrase into big art.
Say something bold without saying much.
In celebration of 25 years of unforgettable Threadless Design Challenges, we’re throwing it way back with one of the all-time greats: 5 Words or Less. The concept is simple—your design can say anything you want, as long as it says it in five words or fewer.
Is it funny? Deep? Totally unhinged? We’re here for it. This challenge is your chance to flex your clever wordplay, bold typography, and strong design sense in a way that delivers maximum impact with minimum words. Whether it’s a weird phrase that haunts your dreams or a short message that inspires, we want to see what five words (or fewer!) can do in your hands.
ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS BEGINNING Wednesday 7/03/2025, 10:00AM CST
Featured Artists:
"Okay T-Shirt" by skitchism
"I Never Finish Anyth T-Shirts" by kooky love
"You Can't Please Everyone" by doodlebymeg
"Kindness is not Weakness" by campkatie
Challenge Details
First Place (1): $1,250 Cash & $250 gift code
Second Place (1): $500 Cash & $250 gift code
Third Place (1): $250 Cash & $250 gift code
Plus, all designs (including the first place winner) can earn up to $20 per unit on products of your design sold on Threadless.com, your Artist Shop, and other retail opportunities! Read more...
An Artist Shop is required to submit. If you do not have one, one will be created for you automatically when you click the "Submit A Design" button.
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