A happy boy in a red t-shirt with a large Kiwi Roundel design on the front, standing by New Brighton Pier.

Our eye-catching kiwi design features a bold, two-colour roundel illustration on the front showcasing the most famous New Zealand native bird on a crew neck, mid-weight (185gsm) kids’ t-shirt. A playful mini kiwi icon graces the back for a touch of whimsy. This design pairs best with white, pastels, lights, and brights for maximum contrast. Can be customised with the large art printed on the back and the mini kiwi badge on the front left chest at no extra charge.

Shop Across our Stores

Shop for this flightless bird design across our Surface Active stores:

  • by ordering here to have it locally printed and DTF heat pressed right here in New Brighton.
  • Price: $30 plus shipping via Courier Post. Shipping starts at $8 (varies by quantity).
  • International customers will be charged the actual shipping cost based on the weight and the destination of their order.
  • As a guide a Large Surface Active 185 gsm t-shirt weighs 130–150 grams.

Or you can shop at either:

Washing Instructions for DTF Printed Apparel (Direct-to-Film and Direct-to-Garment)

I use the latest direct-to-film (DTF) printing technology to offer high-quality prints that will maintain great colour and vibrancy over time. My New Zealand store and global store use direct-to-garment (DTG) printing. Both methods use high quality inks that won’t fade over time if cared for properly.

Front and back view of happy twin girls wearing red and blue Surface Active Kiwi t-shirts at a park.

Keep in mind that the original t-shirt manufacturer’s care instructions don’t take into consideration the DTF or DTG printing process, but the following the care instructions will take care of your printed garments properly.

Both DTF and DTG printed apparel can be machine-washed cold, inside-out on a gentle cycle using your washer’s recommended amount of detergent. You shouldn’t use any fabric softeners.

Though best avoided, it can be tumble-dried inside-out on a low temperature cycle, however line drying inside out is preferred for the print to last longer. When it comes to ironing, use a cool iron inside-out. Don’t iron the print.

Follow these instructions carefully to take care of the print, and to avoid the shrinking of the garment that can occur if you wash or dry it on a high setting.

A smiling boy wearing a Kelly green Surface Active Iconic Kiwi t-shirt beside New Brighton Pier.
A smiling boy wearing a Kelly green Surface Active iconic Kiwi t-shirt beside New Brighton Pier.
A stylish boy in a baseball cap wearing a red Surface Active Iconic Kiwi t-shirt beside New Brighton Pier.
Our iconic kiwi tee features a vibrant two-colour kiwi illustration that pops on white, pastels, lights and brights, making it a versatile addition to any kid’s wardrobe.
A close-up of a stack of Kelly green Surface Active Kiwi t-shirts.
A close-up of how the iconic Kiwi t-shirt design pops on bright colours.

Surface Active - The New Zealand Nature T-shirt Company logo. Positive, black on white version.
The New Zealand Nature T-Shirt Company
Kiwis can fly.
Surface Active – The New Zealand Nature T-shirt Company – Wonderful Beautiful New Zealand promotional video.
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