FRET12

10/16/2026

CBS Chicago recently stopped by our shop inside the The Salt Shed for a closer look at FRET12 and what we’re building here in Chicago.
 
A big thanks to the CBS team for visiting our space and helping share our story. Jackie Kostek Tom Barnas
 
If you missed the segment, you can now watch it on YouTube via the link in our bio.

10/13/2026

A Study in Graphics and Fabric.

Our latest 12th Release brings a new hoodie into the mix, available in Blue and Brown. Built in the FRET12 Studio in Chicago, it reworks a familiar graphic through tonal fabric, stitched construction, and thoughtful finishing details. The kind of piece that rewards a closer look.

🔗 https://www.fret12.com/collections/hoodies

10/12/2026

Every 12th of the month, we release something new. This October, we're introducing the Skull Hoodie in two colors, Blue and Brown. A familiar graphic reimagined with tonal artwork and cut-and-sewn details from our Chicago studio.

🔗 https://www.fret12.com/collections/hoodies

10/09/2026

💥 First up, we’re giving this month’s 12th Release an early start. The latest release brings cut-and-sewn studio details to two new hoodies, keeping the artwork tonal and the construction front and center. They’ll be available in-store at FRET12 during the Open House on October 10, two days before the official release on the 12th.

💥 Frankenfuel will also be serving samples and offering 4-packs at a special Open House price. Born from life on the road, Frankenfuel keeps the formula simple and the flavor dialed in without loading it up with unnecessary extras. It’s why we keep it stocked at FRET12 year-round. If you haven’t tried one yet, Saturday is a good chance to stop in and meet the people behind it.

💥And while you’re here, make sure to roam around The Salt Shed and see what our neighbors have going on. There’s a lot happening throughout the building, from food and drinks to vintage, tattoos, games, trees, pumpkins, and more: Elston Electric, Goose Island, Three Top Lounge, The Umbrella Vintage, Deluxe Tattoo, and Rise.

Saturday, October 10
12–5 PM
FRET12 at The Salt Shed

10/08/2026

Hey Chicago! Tune in to CBS Chicago next Monday to watch us live on Jumpstart with Jackie from 6:45-9:45 a.m. We're looking forward to showing you our shop.

10/07/2026

The Salt Shed Open House is back this Saturday, October 10, from 12–5 PM.

We’ll have a few things happening at FRET12 for the occasion.

💥First up, Frankenfuel is popping up in the shop, serving samples and offering 4-packs at a special Open House price. Frankenfuel comes from people who know life on the road, where long days, late nights, and plenty of miles make good fuel essential. They set out to make an energy drink that tastes great without overcomplicating the formula, and it’s become one of our favorites to keep stocked at FRET12 year-round. If you haven’t tried one yet, Saturday is a good chance to stop in, grab a sample, and meet the people behind it.

💥We’re also giving this month’s 12th Release an early start. The new release will be available in-store at FRET12 during the Open House on October 10, two days before the official release on the 12th.

💥And while you’re here, make sure to roam around The Salt Shed and see what our neighbors have going on. There’s a lot happening throughout the building, from food and drinks to vintage, tattoos, games, trees, pumpkins, and more: Elston Electric Goose Island Three Top Lounge The Umbrella Vintage, Deluxe Tattoo, and Rise.

Saturday, October 10
12–5 PM
FRET12 at The Salt Shed

10/06/2026

The String Thing. From the fretboard to the afterlife.

10/05/2026

It was great catching The Revivalists live at The Salt Shed this weekend. Looking forward to catching Zack Feinberg again tonight at Fitzgerald’s!

Zack Feinberg (of The Revivalists) Surprise Pop-Up show at FITZGERALDS 10.5 w/ special guests Majestic 12! Tickets on sale now (link in comments) Founding member, Songwriter, & Lead Guitarist of The Revivalists, Zack Feinberg brings his full band show to FitzGerald’s , don’t miss! Big thanks to NTL Productions & FRET12 !!

10/05/2026

Some days the outfit figures itself out.
The Twelve Hat in Faded Blue, String Thing Tee, and Plaid Navy Studio Shirt.

10/04/2026

The Twelve Hat, in Blue and Black.
Lightweight, unstructured, and washed for a lived-in feel from day one. Finished with our embroidered 12 up front, it’s an easy everyday hat that only gets better the more you wear it.