About Us
The Story Behind Northern Lids
A family-founded, legacy-inspired custom patch hat brand from Cottage Grove, MN.
Our Story
How It All Started
I’ve always been a hat guy, but it wasn’t just about looks it was about legacy.
My dad wore hats like it was part of his DNA. After we lost him in 2018 hats became a symbol for me of sports, pride, and connection. That’s when Northern Lids was born.
What started in a garage in Cottage Grove turned into a passion: honoring stories through custom headwear. Each hat is a nod to my dad, from the teams we root for, and to the belief that what you wear on your head should mean something.
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Who We Make Hats For
Sports Teams
Whether it's a rec league, high school squad, or weekend warrior crew, we make hats that unite. Every stitch represents pride, hustle, and the stories told after the final whistle
Businesses
Give your team something they'll actually want to wear. We help small businesses and startups turn their logos into wearable brand loyalty crafted with care, never cookie-cutter
Branding
Your brand is more than a logo it’s a community. We help creators, influencers, and entrepreneurs design hats that turn heads and build tribes.
We invite you to browse our originals or bring us your own idea. Whether it’s a tribute, a team, or just a vibe we’d be honored to stitch it into something real.
Every hat has a story. Let’s stitch yours
Tap the Custom Orders tab to start yours today