Finding a Niche Market

If you are struggling on finding a niche market this series of articles will help you. It’s all about finding the hot niche markets.

So here's the deal on finding a niche market. I know it seems really tough at first, but after a while, it's easy to realize that there really is more opportunity than you even have time for.

This has been said many times before, but the biggest thing to focus on is to really try to find things that are already popular and identify what people are already buying. I can't stress this enough!

You can take pretty much any industry, and will probably find certain products within that industry that are VERY popular. Don't discount physical products either, and there's just a massive affiliate world outside of Clickbank. For some physical products, the payout percentages are often less than info products, but that just means you can either start with higher priced products, or for low priced ones, find ultra cheap traffic. And take somewhat higher priced products for example, if you don't think that people will readily drop $300, $500, or even $1000 or more for something like a pair of shoes online...think again!

So again, focusing on things that people are already interested in buying, let me give some examples....

Take some industries/markets to start with. Let me just throw some stuff out.....travel, satellite TV, HD, purses!, women's shoes, online dating, health supplements, sports, ringtones, real estate, gambling, backpacking, wine, etc.....or some more specifics....high end guitar amps, accessories and software for apple computers, vintage/punk clothing, Hello Kitty stuff, fantasy baseball, condo/timeshare swaps, MMORPG like WOW or Runescape, Webkinz, Ducati parts and gear, etc. Tons and tons of stuff to be found that's popular!

Now, let me give you an example as to how you can approach this stuff. Take a market like say....purses. Dig around...what's popular? Maybe take some of the higher end stuff and drill down. Louis Vuitton, Coach, etc. Pick out Coach, which I know is popular(my wife has the credit card receipts to prove that!). You can easily find that out by digging around...there's even HUGE purse forums. So what does something like Coach have going on right now? There's a new line on their homepage...Signature Cotton. What are women saying? do they like them? Which ones? A scan on Ebay indicates the Signature Cotton Carly bag is pretty popular. So there's one to maybe start with and build keywords for. "Buy Coach Signature Cotton Carly Handbag". So then what you can do is build a price shopping page, showing where to get the best price, what's available on eBay (they give their affiliates data feeds), who has free shipping, etc. That's just one example.

Also, keep your eyes open as you go around to stores. For example....specialty high end music equipment. I know the shop owner of a local guitar store. I simply asked him what's hot and selling well right now. He told me about some brands I'd never heard of before, that are selling like crazy and in high demand. Bam! Go home...do some more research and build some landing pages for entire product lines! Sometimes, you could even cut your own little private affiliate deal with local shop owners.

Finding a niche market isn't so hard...but how do you promote to it? My next article in this series (to be published here) looks into this in more depth.

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How T-Shirts Have Become A Big Part of Our Wardrobe

A trusty T-shirts is sometimes like a true friend and can be with us for a very long time. They are often among our most prized possessions. Depending on how we came by it.

What makes them so likable is that they're great for adults or child and seem to be great everywhere. Kids might enjoy a funky t-shirts with their favorite designs or slogans on them and the same could apply to adults as well.

Many clothing companies offer an extensive range of band and artist related t-shirts. You can also get a big selection of comedy, fancy and party time t-shirts online. As with all clothing tendency of fashion and shopping styles are constantly changing and so do which style of t-shirts are in and out of style.

Band t-shirts are among the most popular of all and one reason may be that there are thousands of clothing stores that endorse and sell musical clothing. That and the fact that these types of t-shirts are so easy to take care of, and are very comfortable to wear.

The t-shirt wearing subculture seems to be shunned sometimes because of some of the things that some of the t-shirts endorse. However, even though there are some distasteful one's out there, there are also some really great ones as well.

Band t-shirts originally started to gain popularity back in the sixties when bands started to travel around the world performing and playing to larger and larger crowds. As the audiences grew so did the number of outlets where t-shirts from these mega concerts could be acquired. Stores began to offer wider varieties of design and styles for customers to purchase. These days you can buy virtually any band t-shirt from just about anywhere in the world right in your local mall. No matter which country you live in.

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Rock and Punk Bands Logos and Names

The Ramones. It seems that they were inspired by Paul McCartney, who used Ramone as a surname; then all the members of the band adopted this surname despite not being related. The logo was designed by Arturo Vega, sometime in the 70s; the concept was based on the Seal of the President of United States of America. The names of the band members replace the original legend around the eagle which holds an apple tree branch and a baseball bat instead of the olive tree branch and the arrows. Vega's inspiration came after seen them performing in Washington DC.

The Who. While brainstorming for a band name, someone proposed 'the who' because apparently that was the most common question every time someone came up with a name. In 1964, Brian Pike sketched a logo which embraced the zeitgeist of the time: 'Unity' and an 'Uplifting edge', the two 'h's linked together recreate the first feeling, while the arrow does so for the second.

AC / DC. The name was taken literally from a sewing machine, as something related to power -Alternative Current/Direct Current; others claim that it means 'Anti-Christ Devil's Children'. As a close friend of the band, Gerard Huerta came up with a recycled version of his own Blue Oyster Clut's logo lettering, adding up the lightning strike.

Led Zeppelin. It was Keith Moon who somehow came up with the name; while talking about the new project, he said it should go over like a lead balloon. The Angel logo was inspired on William Rimmer's 'Evening of the fall of the Day', which is incarnation of Apollo, the Greek god of the music. This figure was originally intended to characterize their record label 'Swan Song' but ended up being a distinctive band logo.

Iron Maiden. The Iron Maiden was a torture device, similar to a cabinet, where the victim remained standing while being interrogated and stabbed; the most famous one looked alike to Mary, the mother of Jesus. The stylish style used in the band-name logo reminds the endings of a V-shaped guitar, which was another characteristic element of the band. The band also used to include a mascot in their tours and albums covers called 'Eddie'.

Guns N Roses. The name is a direct allusion to Traccii and Axl's surnames Guns and Rose. And so is the logo, a beautifully achieved arrangement of guns and roses.

The Rolling Stones. It is accepted that the band was named after a song by Muddy Waters. The pop art pair of lips and tongue is by far the most recognized band logo ever. Originally drafted by John Pasche in 1971 and included hidden away in the cover for 'Sticky Fingers', it sooner became the icon of the band.

The Sex Pistols. The name was introduced by McLaren who used to own a punk clothing shop called 'sex'. Jamie Reid's anti-esthetical collage made of pieces of newspapers forming the band's name went accordingly with the band's ideology, anarchy.

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Your Age and Women's Petite Clothing

Even though you may have enjoyed wearing punk outfits during your teen years, eventually you will be interested in other clothing styles. In many cases, this may involve shopping for a whole new wardrobe. Therefore, before you start looking around a local department store, it may be of help to decide what kind of changes you want to make.

Without a question, women of all age wear denim trousers. Irregardless of whether you wear jean pants while shopping, or out on a casual date, you will always feel comfortable in them. On the other hand, your choice of pant styles may change dramatically. In particular, as you age, you may be more inclined to choose stretch denim, as well as do away with bell bottoms and baggy hips. In a similar way, discount jerseys, t-shirts, and knit sweaters are always bound to be part of your wardrobe. That said, if you enjoy screen printed garments, you may favor different kinds of images as you get older.

Perhaps it will seem like your interest in blouse styles is always changing. In particular, when you are younger, you may gravitate toward shiny fabrics, as well as tight fitting garments. On the other hand, as you approach middle age, deep V necks, or flower print fabrics may be of more interest. As you settle into your later years, you may find that pastels or solid colored blouses are more to your liking.

If you enjoy wearing dresses and skirts, you may find that your sense of style will change, but not as dramatically as you would expect. As an example, if you enjoyed wearing mini skirts in your teens, you will probably still be wearing them into your 30's. On the other hand, once you hit 40, it may be time to start wearing knee or ankle length garments. As may be expected, you may also find yourself shifting away from shiny fabrics, and towards more demure colors and styles.

When it comes to boots, you may find that your interest in them comes and goes. As an example, you may enjoy wearing boots with heels while you are in your 20's and 30's. By the time you are in your 40's, you may be more inclined to wear dress shoes, or even moccasin sandals. In a similar way, you are likely to find that your taste in coats is likely to shift from leathers to wools.

If you enjoy looking through fashion catalogs, you are sure to get a number of ideas about what kinds of fashions you will be drawn to as you age. As may be expected, you will also find pictures online that will indicate what women of different ages prefer to wear. That said, each person develops in a different way, as do fashion trends. Therefore, even though women in their 40's may not wear punk clothing now, it may be fashionable to do so by the time you reach that age.

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Latest Punk Clothing

Are you ready to put a different type of style into your life? If you are into punk clothing is going to be the type of clothing that will fit your style. for the cuts, the off the shoulder looks, and the inclusion of leather in your clothing, punk clothing is going to set your style, set you out from the crowd, and put you in the scene you want to be in.

Every era is accompanied by a fashion trend and the 80's are one of them. This is because it was during the 80's when the world saw very distinct fashion trends. Some of these include the popularity of black and white striped shirts and shirts with floral prints in the 80's, which recently have also made a comeback, especially among punk rock artists. Another example is the recent popularity of big earrings, belts and other accessories, which were also distinct to the 80?s, which are used to make the people wearing them stand out.

From designers like Vivienne Westwood, who helped to influence the punk fashion at the time. Such as famous punk icons, like the Ramones. From tattered tees, vulgar clothing, simple things such as the anarchy symbols, controversial images, studded jackets, and patches were all the rage.

About ten years later, the punk scene became revolutionized. The shock factor became more important, as combat boots became the footwear of choice among the majority. Plaid skirts, tatter jeans, and heavy chains began to adorn the bodies of punks around the world. Punks of all ages began to turn the heat up on their already loud hair styles. Mohawks, liberty spikes, piercing and tattoos became the norm.

Punk clothing uses a look that includes what some people feel is a sexy, sleek, and wild look. Not everyone is going to dress in a suit and tie for work, and if you are not in that group, consider punk clothing to set your mood for fun all day and all night long. Punk clothing is based on the use of tight corsets, tight clothing, leathers, the look of chains and an overall style that is different from many other types of designers and styles that are available.

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Alternative Clothing from Its Inception in the 70's to the Contemporary Style of Today

· I have a long history of trying out alternative clothing, not content to follow
the fashion police tribe, and their denim jeans and cargo pants. It’s not hard to
understand then, how this once rebellious fashion trend, popularised by "hard core"
punk bands of the 70’s and early 80’s, has grown in popularity.

· Alternative punk fashion was the dress code of a music influenced urban punk
subculture and was then considered rebellious and confrontational, a far cry
from contemporary brands such as Addict an Iron Fist. A far cry from the days
when punks and later Goths, bought their clothes from charity shops and thrift
stores and wrote their slogans with a marker pen.

· Vivienne Westwood, inspired by the punk phenomena, and using the influence
to this day, of controversial images, patches, studded or plain leather jackets
and tartan designs in her runway shows.
These were traditional of the punk style and remain prevalent today, although
the torn t-shirt and safety pin has taken a backseat. Bondage clothing, tapered
jeans, and well worn, almost destroyed, leather trousers dominated the punk
clothing scene as well.

· Footwear for the alternative clothing scene embraced a selection of styles
ranging from motorcycle boots (complete with buckles and steel toe caps) to
combat boots and Doc. Martens.

· With the advent of contemporary punk fashion there are various contemporary
elements of style watered down from hardcore punk clothing, this type of fashion
consists of jeans, ripped and customised, usually from top designers at top prices,
or camos a hoodie, and a simple, screen printed, t-shirt with a flavour of rebellious anarchy.

· The punk fashion scene since the advent of the original look in the 1970's,
has evolved into the mainstream, for better or worse, and since then clothing
stores and even fashion designers have taken punk fashion to an entirely new level.
It's easy to see that this once controversial, rebellious fashion has now grown
into a very popular style of dress.

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Is the Punk Era Over?

It has to be said, there has been nothing quite as shocking to the public as the advent of punk clothing. Of course, there have always been periods of time and aspects of fashion where people have tried to shock - even back in early Victorian days it was the Goths that liked the aspect of being that bit different to the masses (no the youngsters of today did not invent Goth!).

As time goes by we get used to the difference in clothing and we get used to things being a little more daring. After all the uproar in the Sixties of the revealing mini skirt, it's now just standard clothing and while not everyone would want to wear one, very few people bat an eyelid these days if they see one.

Again, there was outrage when girls began baring their midriff. More widely tolerated, though not accepted by all, the bare belly has become yet another of those things originally designed to shock but that shock value has dissolved into grumbled acceptance until we now find ourselves once again going the other way and more and more girls are willing to cover up and leave a little to the imagination.

So, what was it about punk clothing that made it so different? Well, although I was too young to appreciate it at the time, from what I have seen of today's punks, I would guess it is because the fashion seemed so aggressive.

Previous fashions would dictate that you combed your hair in a different direction or altered its length but the punk era is the only one that has hair changed to luminous colours and stood up in sharp spikes. This truly makes people stand out from the crowd. Mohicans for men and women, although taken from ancient red Indians, had never before been so harsh, so loudly coloured or so tall! It is the advent of hair products that have allowed this to be possible.

Other fashions have always changed basic clothes to make them their own eg, rounded colours as opposed to Grandad style collars, skin tight jeans as opposed to flared jeans. However, when it comes to punk clothing we once again have a rather harsh look. Jeans and t-shirts that are ripped with large gaping holes and covered in graffiti are the in thing for punks, particularly when teamed with boots that the average person would need a step ladder to climb into.

Safety pins have also had a large presence in punk clothing. Sometimes with just one or two large pins or alternatively a whole row of smaller safety pins holding together the ripped clothing to stop it from falling off!

Piercings have also been popular with punks - the more daring the better. Facial piercings are a must and if you feel like being that little bit.... strange.... you could always attach chains to your clothes and ears, nose or other body parts.

Simply from the description, you can understand why some people would find those that dress like this to be a little intimidating. Punks have a reputation for anarchy. However, this reputation is very generalised and not all punks are like that. Many of them are upstanding citizens who just have a different taste in clothing. The picture of a green mohicaned, chained and pinned punk helping an old lady across the road is not so unusual!

As with all generations, some will make up their own styles and some will revert to a version of a fashion gone by. In any case, the punk is here to stay.

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Punk Clothing

It has often been said that everything in the fashion world is recycled. This is because of the phenomenon that fashion trends are repeated every twenty or thirty years. One of the best examples of this is the 70's revival in the 90's, which did not only influence fashion but the different aspects of popular culture as well. If this rule of repeating fashion trends is to be followed, it can be expected that in the first decade of the twenty-first century, it would be 80's fashion, specifically the punk fashion trend, that would make a comeback, and indeed it has. This comeback, although expected was not anticipated to be as big as it has become, which has made every fashionista scramble to get those big belts, striped shirts and a pair of Chuck Taylor?s.

Every era is accompanied by a fashion trend and the 80's are one of them. This is because it was during the 80's when the world saw very distinct fashion trends. Some of these include the popularity of black and white striped shirts and shirts with floral prints in the 80's, which recently have also made a comeback, especially among punk rock artists. Another example is the recent popularity of big earrings, belts and other accessories, which were also distinct to the 80?s, which are used to make the people wearing them stand out. In addition to these, jelly bracelets and fishnet stockings are also making a comeback, which are very effective in adding flair to an outfit.

Other fashion items that have also made a comeback recently include leg warmers and the veer popular Chuck Taylor shoes. Among all these, the emphasis seem to be in having more colors, as the 80?s is always remembered as an era where it was not considered bad to have as many colors as you can in your outfit.

In addition to clothing, other manifestations that the 80's are back include the way people wear their make up, especially punk rock artists. This is because it is they who wear either the very colorful eye make-up that characterized the 80's, which include the use of colorful eye shadow and dark eyeliner.

In the fashion world, fashion trends of yesteryear make a comeback every twenty or thirty years. This is because as expected, the 80's are back, as we now see certain fashion trends that include wearing Chuck Taylor's, large belts, large earrings, and colorful shirts have made a comeback. Given this, it can then be said that indeed, the punk generation, and the attitude that came with it, is back.

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Creating Custom T-Shirts For Your Friends

What better way to show your friends that you care about them than by creating custom t-shirts? You do not have to create cheap t-shirts that will not wash well in order to save money, either. There are interactive websites online that will allow you to create custom t-shirts for your friends for a fraction of what it would cost for a professional printer to do the job. And you do not have to place a large order.

Some ideas on creating custom t-shirts for your friends include:

Come up with a snappy slogan for the shirts

Do you and your friends share a slogan that you want to immortalize? There is no better way to do this than by creating t shirt that bears this slogan. Think of something that you and your friends often say to one another and put it on a t-shirt that you can give them as gifts. This is a true gift from the heart and one that your friends will cherish for all times. And every time they wear the shirt, they will think of you!

Use graphics

You can also use graphics when you create your own custom t-shirts for your friends. Many interactive sites will allow you not only to incorporate text onto the shirts, but graphics as well. Use graphics as a way to reflect who you are and as a way to bond with your friends.

Come up with your own design

You are no longer relegated to using simple white t-shirts for your design. When you use an interactive website to design your custom t-shirts, you can have a choice of styles and colors for your shirts. You can make them as bold as you like and unique. Imagine - just you and your friends will be able to wear these shirts that say that you are all one of the same group.

Using an interactive website to design your own custom t-shirts is the most economical way to give these shirts to your friends. You can come up with any idea that you like and put it on a shirt as a way of telling your friends that you love them and appreciate their friendship. And when you all wear your custom t-shirts at the same time, you will be all one. If you are looking for the perfect gift to give to your friends, you can find it when you choose to create your own custom t-shirts online.

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How to Create Custom T Shirts For Gifts

If you are looking for inexpensive but ideal gifts to give to friends and family members, why not consider custom t shirts? This can be one way that you can show everyone that you care for a lot less than you think. Thanks to the internet and new technology, custom t shirts are easier than ever to create as well as order online.

The first thing that you need to do when you are going to create custom t shirts for others is to think of what you want to say on your t shirt. This should be something that will be mean something to those who you give the shirts to as gifts. It can be either a slogan or even art work that you can easily put on your custom t shirts.

When you give gifts for others, a common problem is giving them something meaningful and that will have some sort of significance to them. Custom t shirts that you create yourself are a way to give caring gifts to your friends and relatives that will show them that you put some thought into your gift. And because you can find a small business owner to create the t shirts for you online instead of having to use a large, commercial printer. You can order them online and get them delivered right to your door.

After you have figured out what you want to put on your custom t shirts, you can then choose the color as well as the style of the t shirts you are designed. Using the interactive website, you can then experiment with different font styles and graphics to put on the t shirts. You can create your own and then place it wherever you want on the t shirts. After you are all finished, you will have an opportunity to see how the custom t shirts are going to look.

Once you are satisfied with what you see on the screen, you can then place the order. You can choose the size or sizes that you want and then place your order. The custom t shirts can then be delivered to your door and you can then dispense the gifts to your family and friends.

If you are looking for something different to give to friends and family this year and do not want to be stuck giving gifts that seem as though you did not put any thought into them, give friends and family custom t shirts.

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Why Choose Promotional T-Shirts To Get Your Message Across?

Promotional t-shirts are among the most popular promotional items given away by companies in the UK. Custom t-shirts have a long and colorful history. Since the 1950s when James Dean wore a white t-shirt under a leather jacket, t-shirts have been outspoken in their attitudes – but it wasn’t until the mid-sixties that they began to be used to deliver messages loud and clear. Disney was one of the first companies to use promotional t-shirts for their business, but they started a trend that is still growing and snowballing.

In the late sixties and early seventies, rock and roll concert promoters jumped on the bandwagon with t-shirts printed with the tour logo and dates. Those t-shirts became hot collectors items that promoted the band while declaring the tastes and personality of the wearer. Anyone who saw the t-shirt being worn had an immediate point of reference with the wearer. It brought out one of the most intense selling points of promotional t-shirts – they provide a sense of unity and identity with a particular group or attitude. Professional sports leagues and teams were quick to pick up on the trend, and promotional apparel bearing the trademark of one football club or another, or team kit items are among the hottest sellers in any department store.

Promotional t-shirts can do more than publicize your company’s name or logo, though. The right t-shirt can help solidify your branding and marketing efforts. By choosing t-shirt styles and messages that will appeal to your target audience, you’ll be helping to establish your brand in the minds of the public. The message that you put out there is more than the words on the t-shirt – it’s intrinsic in the t-shirt itself.

But, you’re thinking, a t-shirt is just a t-shirt. Not so at all! There are dozens of styles of t-shirts on the market these days, and most of them appeal particularly to a particular segment of the market. If you understand the market that you want to attract, you can aim your promotional message directly at them by choosing a styles, materials and designs that will make your promotional t-shirts appealing to them.

Is your product line meant to appeal to the trendy, young market? Take a clue from the adverts for products that they use. Choose bright, snappy colors and slimmer lines that hug the body to make your promotional message consistent with the market that you want to reach. Most teens and early-twenty-somethings want clothing that fits snugly. By fitting your style to their wants, you’ll be aligning your brand with their tastes.

On the other hand, if you’re marketing to eco-conscious folks, you’ll want to avoid synthetic fabrics and brightly colored dyes that are often petroleum based. Position your product in their minds with ‘all-natural’ – naturally grown cotton/flax blends for fabrics, undyed or naturally dyed colors like soft browns, tans, greens and blues. Promotional t-shirts for products aimed at women should be in figure flattering styles with cap sleeves and round necklines. Those aimed at the retirement crew should be high quality, traditionally styled and very, very comfortable.

For a wide selection of styles and colors in promotional t-shirts, have a look online where you’ll find a rainbow of colors and dozens of different styles of promotional t-shirts. The many companies that sell promotional t-shirts can help you translate your ideas for promotional t-shirts and other promotional clothing into wearable art that will make your company into a fashion statement.

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Stand Out With Custom Printed T Shirts

In the past custom printed t shirts were not all that common but today they are more popular than ever. It seems you can't leave the house anymore without seeing someone who has a shirt on that was printed to promote their cause or their business. If you want to get your business or group name or cause out there, why not get your own custom t shirts to let the world know what you are up to?

People are using t shirts for a wide variety of things. You may want to consider printing t-shirts for many things including but not limited to:

- Special events
- Fundraising efforts
- Business or group promotion
- As free give away offerings
- Scouting troops
- For employees for casual days

As you can see, there are a lot of reasons that you may consider custom shirt printing. You can go about getting t-shirts printed in many different ways. You may choose to come up with your own design or simply use a logo and take this to a t-shirt printer. The printer can take this design and print it exactly on the shirts of your choice. Some printers also offer design services, which means you can tell them all about the business or event that you are printing the shirts for and have them come up with a design for you. This can be a lot of fun, but you are also putting a lot of faith in someone to put your vision onto a t-shirt!

If you are looking for cheap shirt printing options you'll find that there are many out there. Generally, if you keep the design simple and on one side of the shirt you will find that it is very affordable to print the shirts. In addition, most printers have bulk order discounts, so if you order more than 20 or 50 shirts you will likely get a better rate per shirt, which could save you a lot of money in the long run.

Of course, it is a good idea to shop for the most affordable option, but you should keep in mind, that like anything else, you need to make sure that you are not buying something that is simply going to fall apart. You want an affordable shirt that is also of reasonable quality so it will hold up well under repeated washings and wearings. If you don't buy something half way decent you'll find that the purchase is money wasted. Simply shop around and check out all of your options so you are sure you are getting the best quality shirts for the most affordable price.

Caitlina Fuller is a freelance writer. In the past custom printed t shirts were not all that common but today they are more popular than ever. As you can see, there are a lot of reasons that you may consider custom shirt printing. You can go about getting t-shirts printed in many different ways.

Making Money From Fan Club Custom T-Shirts

One way that you can start your own money making venture is to create custom t-shirts and offer them as an incentive to join a group or a club that you form yourself online. There are many fan clubs that spring up on social networks and many ways to recruit new members. You can start your own fan club for stars, sports figures, movies, books or just about anything and get it to grow by offering something in exchange for the dues. One thing that you can offer that everyone will appreciate is custom t-shirts.
You do not have to spend a lot of money making custom t-shirts. You can design them yourself on an interactive website and then place an order. You do not have to place a large order for these shirts and you have quite a variety of styles and colors from which to choose. You can design the shirts yourself using the tools on the website and see what it will look like upon completion. You can experiment with different fonts so that you can see what you like. When you are satisfied, you can place an order for the product and have the custom t-shirts that you created delivered to you.
After you have the t-shirts, you can start your fan club and offer one of the custom t-shirts as part of the membership package. In exchange for a monthly or annual dues, you can offer your members up to date information about their favorite star. You can do this through e-mail and even create your own newsletters. This can be fun for you to undertake and can also end up making you money.
In addition to offering your custom t-shirts as part of the fan club membership, you can also sell them on sites such as eBay and other online sites. You can use social networks as a way to promote your fan club and make it one of the biggest online. Many people are eager to join fan clubs that pertain to their favorite stars and will want to get one of the shirts that depict their fan status.
This does not have to be only a money making effort on your part, but also something to do as a hobby. You should, in order to be successful at starting a fan club and making money from custom t-shirts, be a fan of what you are promoting. It will make writing about the person or topic much easier and your passion will be reflected in your e-mails as well as on your site. You can make money from custom t-shirts in many different ways. Starting a fan club and offering these shirts as membership incentives is just one way to have fun and make a profit at the same time.
Pete Cleveland is an author and consultant. You can find out more by visiting http://www.sonicshack.com

Why Iron on T-Shirts - Because Printing Yourself is Fun and Inexpensive

You've decided to print your own tees, but why iron on t-shirts. Thats a great question. Basically you've decided to take the bull by the horns and do-it-yourself. With all the options for printing on a tee shirt from screen printing, embroidery, fabric painting,tie dying, iron on has become a very popular way to create some very high quality looking shirts. Recently we came a cross a program by Hanes, called T-Shirtmaker, that makes the process simple for even the novice computer user. We'll walk you through a few of the more popular ways to do iron-ons on t-shirts.
In the past you had to get your funny t-shirts at the mall or local stores, but now you can make custom designed t-shirts just like the pros right in the comfort of your home. Hanes T-ShirtMaker Plus Deluxe is perfect for kids' projects, birthday parties, team jerseys, fund raisers, grandparent gifts, vacation souvenirs, and even business promotions. The package comes complete with the latest in photo editing tools too, clip art, pre-made designs, and more. It even includes a Hanes® Beefy-T t-shirt, free inside the box. With this program its quick and simple - easy as 1-2-3!
The iron on transfer paper makes perfect transfers every time - guaranteed! Place a sheet of the paper into your printer and select print. With your printed design and your iron, you'll create professional results. You can grab a bulk lot of blank white tees online, then design some really cool t shirts from your own computer. Dallas Cowboy fan in the house, iCarley Fans, put it on a tee, and for 50% less than the same shirt costs in the mall, your able to even personalize your masterpieces.
Premade iron on transfers can be purchased at online auctions such as eBay and Amazon, ranging from images of your favorite sports team, to pets, to funny sayings. You may ask why iron-on t-shirts when printing there are so many costs involved. Its simple, the costs can be minimal if you do your homework. Buying the shirts blank from an online bulk source can cost you in the area of a little over a buck a shirt. Now if you qualify for free shipping, you then go get some transfers, again, shop around for a free shipping deal and your going to basically come away with some great transfers and great tees for next to nothing.
Happy Crafting!
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Selling Custom T-Shirts Online

There are various opportunities to sell custom t shirts that you create yourself online. The shirts themselves should reflect a slogan or graphic that people will want to own because they associate it with something positive or is something that they, themselves, want to promote. You do not have to spend a lot of money making custom t shirts. You can find a website that will not only offer you the opportunity to buy these shirts for a lot less money than you think, but also to design the custom t shirts yourself.
Designing custom t shirts is a lot easier than you think when you use an interactive site. You can see how the shirt will look before you place the order and then commence to selling the shirt online. There are various ways that you can do this. Here are a few of them:
Sell them on auction websites
If you have a slogan or graphic on your custom t shirts that you feel many people will want to also wear for themselves, you can sell the shirts on sites that offer you an opportunity to sell products to people all over the world. Selling anything on auction sites is easy, even if you have never before sold a product before. Sites are very user friendly and make it easy for you to sell your custom t shirts.
Sell them on your social networking page
If you have a social networking page that is devoted to a cause or is somewhat of a fan club, you can sell your custom t shirts on this site as a way to make money for your cause or for your club. You can offer these shirts that are in line with the thoughts of others on who are your friends on your social site. You can do this even to raise money for a cause.
Sell them on a website
If you have a website that is devoted to a cause, a celebrity or even a sales website, you can easily add custom t shirts to the mix. One of the best aspects about selling custom t shirts on your own website is that you can take orders for the shirts, place the order with the company and then just net in the profit.
There are various ways to make money online. Selling custom t shirts online is just one of many ways that you can put the internet to use for you.
Pete Cleveland is an author and consultant. You can find out more by visiting http://www.sonicshack.com

Custom T-Shirts - A Promotional Item to Wear Out

Custom t-shirts are probably one of the best promotional products on the market. Unlike other imprinted items like pens, calendars and mouse pads; t-shirts move - literally. Don't get me wrong, a pen or coffee mug and a nice desk calendar are always appreciated and they are very effective at promoting your business or event. What we are talking about here is exposure. T-shirts and custom apparel move around town so more people can see your message.
Imprinted tees are also affordable and available in lower quantities than most other advertising specialty products. You can order as few as 24 custom shirts and start a viral marketing campaign. And custom tees come in a wide variety of sizes, styles, colors and brand names. There are long sleeve shirts, moisture wicking material garments and separate designs for women and children.
What makes custom t-shirts great is the fact that every time a recipient proudly wears one, they are acting as a billboard for you. Here are some great ideas for using custom printed t-shirts:
ADVERTISING - Print your logo in full color on the front and back and let everyone see your brand. From large corporations to the local pizzeria, you will get the same recognition you would get from a commercial, magazine ad or billboard, for a fraction of the price.
FUNDRAISING - T-shirts make great gifts for donations when you are trying to raise money at your school or community event. They also make great gifts to recognize volunteers and mentors who donate their valuable time.
EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION - Print a message of appreciation along with your logo or organization's name and hand out to teachers, nurses, administrative assistants and every other staff member during their recognition event.
AWARENESS EVENTS - Personalized tees are ideal for important causes. They are great gifts for staff members, walkathon & road race participants and others who support your cause. The shirts act as awareness reminder by themselves when they are worn around town.
SCHOOL & SPORTS - One of the oldest uses of customized t-shirts is for school teams and clubs. Every member will wear their shirt with pride. Company softball and other local sports groups also have obvious needs for logo tees.
There are few items that create such value just from being worn. Custom t-shirts never stop working for you until they are literally worn-out.
Michael Lerner is a recognized expert in the field of promotional products and custom t-shirts.

Custom T Shirts For Sweet 16 Parties

When you throw a birthday party, it is customary to give thank you gifts to those who attend the party. You can use custom T shirts as a way to thank everyone for coming to a Sweet 16 party and even design them yourself online. Custom T shirts can be signed by all of those who attend the party and can be an ideal party favor.
Many young women in the United States and elsewhere have a Sweet 16 party. This is traditionally the coming of age for a young woman and parties are held from the most luxurious to the most humble for girls reaching their 16th birthday. One of the aspects about giving custom T shirts for party favors at a Sweet 16 party is that you can have everyone sign the shirts and they can be kept as a commemoration of the event for not only the guest of honor, but others who attend the party.
It is easier than ever to create a custom T shirt for a Sweet 16 party. You can do this by going online to an interactive website and choose the style and color of the t shirts that you want. Once you find what you are looking for, you can create your own professional quality custom T shirt right online and actually get a chance to see what it will look like before you place your order. Custom t shirts can be the ideal party gift for anyone who attends a Sweet 16 party.
There are many uses for custom T shirts and using them as custom party favors for a Sweet 16 party is just one of them. They can be used as party favors for just about any type of party and as you can print anything that you want on them, they can be used to commemorate such important events. In addition to being a good way to thank the guests for coming to the party, it can be a good way to get everyone something that will give them a special bond.
In addition to Sweet 16 custom T shirts, you can also create any type of special birthday or other party favors using custom T shirts. Because they are relatively inexpensive but still practical and can be worn by anyone, they make the ideal party gift. You can even order large custom T shirts that young children often use to sleep in. These shirts will most likely be worn for years to come by those who attend the party.
Michelle Clark is an author and consulant. To find out more, go to http://www.sonicshack.com

Speak Your Mind With Custom T-Shirts

Custom t-shirts, now-a-days, are the dernier cri in fashion. It makes sense to know about the reasons that have led to the popularity of these cult t-shirts.
Custom t-shirts were first sported by the European soldiers during World War I. These were lightweight, loose, and comfortable t-shirts made of cotton with a logo of the army they represented. The idea caught on with Americans who were soon sporting these cool t-shirts right through the war period and then these were further personalized with certain messages that appealed the youth. Custom t-shirts were then a rage with the youth and considered the wardrobe staple in the sixties, seventies, and eighties. Even today, custom t-shirts, (now also known as personalized or promotional t-shirts) are widely worn by kids and adults alike.
Custom t-shirts can feature either a logo or printed words also known as one-liners or slogans. These slogans or words could support a particular political party or can also be environment or earth-friendly messages like 'Save Water', 'Each One, Plant One', 'Save the Turtles' and so on. Some t-shirts could also have funny one-liners, satirical sayings, or even words that appeal to the 'flower child' in you. Logo t-shirts normally are promotional t-shirts that carry the brand's trademark logo and try to build the brand's image in the minds of people.
Custom t-shirts are increasingly being used by colleges, corporations, retailers, sports teams, civic groups, leagues, school groups and bands. They have become walking billboards and some use it to express their attitude and feelings. These custom t-shirts are sure to get one noticed by drawing attention to the words or the picture.
The recent US presidential elections and the subsequent historical win of Barack Obama have led to many companies producing custom t-shirts that sport pictures of Obama and slogans favoring him. Some of these t-shirts were made before the victory while some were made after the elections. Some of these custom t-shirts have wordings like Vote for America, Vote for Obama, The Man, The myth, The Legend Obama, Yes We Can, and Obama for Change. Other Obama support t-shirts have the picture of Barack Obama over the American flag backdrop while others have his caricature with inspirational sayings like Time For Change and Yes We Did. These t-shirts are a craze with the Americans who feel strongly for their country and the one who will be running it.

How to Create Custom T Shirts For Fundraising

There are many uses for custom t shirts. One of them is to use this type of popular apparel for fundraising efforts. You can print on the custom t shirt the name of the organization that you are trying to raise funds for as well as a slogan. You can create the custom t shirts yourself online and then order them, having them shipped directly to your house or office.
One of the easiest ways to raise funds for a cause is to sell promotional items that are not only practical, but also will spread the word of the cause for which you are raising funds. If you are raising funds for needy families in your neighborhood, for example, you can put this on your custom t shirt as well as the contact information. The sale of custom T shirts is not only a way to raise funds for the cause, but also an ideal way to advertise the cause to others as well.
Because the internet has made it so easy to find a business that can help you create your own custom t shirt, fundraising is now easier than ever. You can print up a bunch of custom t shirts on speculation and sell them at an event or you can even take orders for the custom t shirts. The choice is yours. Many schools use custom t shirts as a way to raise funds for booster clubs and other school activities.
Fundraising always works best when you give someone something for their money, rather than just ask someone to give you money to contribute to your cause. When you can sell a custom t shirt to help fund the cause, you can generally raise not only more money, but more awareness for your group. And because custom t shirts are not expensive, but are practical and can be worn by both men and women alike, they make for the perfect fundraiser.
Any time you have a cause that you are raising funds for, it works better if you raise awareness for the cause at the same time. When others wear your custom t shirts that you have created, they are letting others who they come into contact with about the group or cause. This is the most economical way to raise awareness for just about anything. Plus, the more people see a name of an organization or cause, the more it legitimizes it in their minds. This can help future fundraisers to become more successful.
Using custom t shirts to raise funds for just about anything is a good way to not only raise money, but also raise awareness and keep the cause as well as the fundraising efforts continuing. If you are looking for a way to make a custom t shirt for your cause, you can find websites that will allow you to create your own custom t shirts and have them shipped right to your home or office with little effort.
Michelle Clark is an author and consultant. To find out more, go to http://www.sonicshack.com

Create Fan Club Custom T-Shirts

What better way to show that you are part of a fan club than by creating your own, unique custom t-shirts for yourself and others who are also part of the club? This is not only a great way to show your alliance to your favorite star, but also to create a bond between yourself and other members of the fan club.
Creating fan club custom t-shirts is now easier than ever, thanks to the internet. There are interactive websites that can be used to not only order the shirts that you want, but also to use the site to create the design. You can actually see what the t-shirt will look like before placing your order.
Having a fan club is a lot of fun and develops a bond between members of the fan club. This is easier today more than ever, thanks to social networks that start fan clubs for pop stars, sports figures and other celebrities. You can make your mark with your own fan club by offering custom t-shirts that support your favorite star.
Years ago, it was very difficult to get custom t-shirts made because you had to go to a printing shop and order large quantities of the shirts. They were not cost effective. You often had to place a large minimum order and also pay for design. Thanks to interactive sites today, however, you can do this without having to pay for a designer and place a small minimum order. It is now more affordable than ever to create fan club custom t-shirts.
There is no better way to show your allegiance to your favorite celebrity than by wearing a shirt that proudly proclaims how much you love that celebrity. And who knows? If you create these custom t-shirts as part of your fan club offerings, you may be able to build up membership in your fan club. You can offer the shirts in exchange for monthly dues. In addition, you can provide fan club members with the latest news about the celebrity in updates and newsletters.
Creating fan club t-shirts is easy, affordable and can allow your fan club to continue to grow and gain members. There is no better way to show that you care about a celebrity than to create fan club custom t-shirts that tell of your admiration for the celebrity and offer them to others who also feel the same way about them.
Pete Cleveland is an author and consultant. You can find out more by visiting http://www.sonicshack.com

Creating Custom T Shirts For Profit

Custom t shirts can be created for a variety of reasons, including profit. If you have an idea on how to design a custom t shirt, you can do so online and then sell the custom t shirts at your own online store as well as auction sites and even craft fairs. This can be your start to creating your own clothes line.
The reason you may want to start creating your own clothing by making custom t shirts is that they are relatively inexpensive to purchase and tend to sell quickly. By making your custom t shirts able to be worn by both men and women, you will have something unique to sell at your online or off line store and it will cost you relatively little money to create this type of design.
You can go to an online website to create custom t shirts and design them yourself using a variety of different fonts and even artwork. By using a site that allows you not only to choose what you want to say on your own custom t shirt design, but will also allow you to see what it will look like when it is completed. This is called an interactive site. The internet has not only made it possible for smaller businesses to gain exposure to customers that would not ordinarily find them, but it makes it possible for newer technology to replace older technology.
Years ago, if you wanted to design your own custom t shirts, you would have to do so by designing it on paper, working with a graphic artist and getting a printing shop that specialized in silk screening to print up your t shirts. Orders for custom t shirts had to be placed in high quantity to justify the process of the silk screening. This left those who had an idea for custom t shirts that they thought they would sell on a smaller scale out. Today, however, thanks to new technology as well as the internet, even someone who wants to sell their own custom t shirts at craft fairs and online auction sites can do so affordably.
Custom t shirts are worn by just about everyone at one time or another and are a great way to advertise a product or an idea. You can actually develop your own brand by creating your own custom t shirts online. It is not difficult to do and once you receive the printed custom t shirts, you can then start advertising your brand by selling them at various venues both online and off line.
Michelle Clark is an author and consulant. To find out more, go to http://www.sonicshack.com

Creating Political Custom T Shirts

Do you have a political cause that you wish to promote? One way to do so is to create custom t shirts that depict this cause. You can use the profits that you get from selling these t shirts to further your cause and raise funds for the cause itself.
Creating political custom t shirts is now easier than ever. You can use an interactive website to create these shirts and then sell them to other like minded individuals. Creating the political t shirts is easy and inexpensive. You do not have to pay a designer to create the shirts as you can do this yourself.
The first thing that you should do is to come up with what you want to place on the shirt. If you want to save whales or prevent drilling in Alaska, put it on a shirt. Come up with what you want to say before you begin creating your political shirt.
After you have figured out what you wish to say, you can then go to the interactive website and begin to choose the type of t shirt that you wish to create. You will have a choice of styles and colors from which to choose. Pick one that you like and that you think others will like as well.
Once you have chosen the type of shirt that you like and the color that will go well with the design on the custom t shirts, you can then start designing the shirt. You can use the fonts that are offered on the interactive website as a way to design the shirt the way that you see fit. You can move the text to the shirt and see how it will look on the completed product. You can also add graphics to the custom t shirts as a way to further promote your cause.
When you are finally happy with the finished product as it appears on the screen, you can place an order. Yu do not have to place a large minimum order, as is the case with large printing companies that require huge minimum orders. You can have professional quality custom t shirts for a lot less money than you imagine, thanks to the internet and this technology. You can have the shirts delivered right to your home.
After you have created the political custom t shirts, you can then set about promoting them to others who will be more than happy to join your cause. The funds that you raise in selling these shirts can go towards the cause that you are promoting. Not only will you raise money for a worth while cause, but you can also create awareness for your political activity with these custom t shirts.
Pete Cleveland is an author and consultant. You can find out more by visiting http://www.sonicshack.com

How to Create Custom T Shirts

There are several ways that you can create custom t shirts. One way is to use iron on transfers. These are relatively easy to use and can even be made on your own printer. The problem with using iron on transfers to create custom t shirts, however, is that they will tend to wear off quickly as you wash the shirt. While iron on transfers may be cheap, they often will only last a few washes before they start to crack.
Silk screening is the art of creating custom t shirts and other fabrics that look much more professional and will last for the lifetime wear of the t shirt. Silk screening processes, however, used to be very expensive and if you wanted custom t shirts, you had to order them in a large quantity. It took long to set up the silk screening press, which is why there was usually a large quantity set for these type of orders.
There are types of silk screening to create custom t shirts that can be used today using computers instead of the traditional silk screening process. This makes it more affordable for a small organization or even an individual to get custom t shirts printed that are of professional quality without having to place a large order.
You can find a website that will not only give you the opportunity to create your own custom t shirt, but also will allow you to see what it looks like by making the site interactive. You can get a good idea where to place artwork as well as slogans and also experiment with different types of fonts and their sizes. Seeing the custom t shirts on the screen, you will have an idea of what to expect when the item finally arrives at your home. You can choose from a variety of different colors as well as styles and sizes when you create the custom t shirt and it will not cost you a lot of money.
Other ways to create custom t shirts include embroidery. This allows for the design or lettering to be sewn right into the shirt. This pretty much insures that the design will continue to last as long as the shirt. Embroidery can also be found online and you can create your own custom t shirts or even other garments with this type of technique. Purchasing a machine to do this can be costly, but if you order custom t shirts from a small business that will create them for you, you can get what you want for a lot less than what you would pay in a store.
There are many ways to create custom t shirts, including other methods such as using fabric paints and even dyes. But the permanent custom t shirts are those that will last for the lifetime of the shirt.
Michelle Clark is an author and consulant. To find out more, go to http://www.sonicshack.com

Cancer Awareness Custom T-Shirts

If you want to do something to create cancer awareness and raise money for research at the same time, the best way to do so is to create custom t shirts that promotes this cause. You do not need to spend a lot of money to do this and can start your own grassroots project right from your own home using an interactive website that allows you to create cancer awareness custom t shirts online.
Many of the cancer causes are associated with colors. Pink is associated with breast cancer while blue is associated with prostate cancer. Both of these cancers affect thousands of people each year and medical science is frantically working towards cures. You can do your part to promote both awareness and raise money for research by selling cancer awareness custom t shirts.
The interactive websites can allow you to design your own shirt that is unique to your cause. You can choose colors as well as styles of shirts. For example, if you are trying to promote awareness for breast cancer and want to raise funds for research, you may choose a pink colored shirt.
You can use the interactive website to create a slogan for your cause and then see, right online, how the text will look on the finished product. This is one of the best aspects of using such an interactive website. You can see the finished product before you order it. And you do not have to pay for someone to design it for you - you can design it on your own.
There are many different types of fonts and even graphics that you can use to create your cancer awareness custom t shirts. Once you have the shirt designed to the point where you are happy with the results, you can then place an order.
After you have received your cancer awareness custom t shirts, you can then sell them to people who not only want to help raise funds for research, but also promote awareness on this disease. You can give the money that you earn for the sale of the shirts to the cause itself. This can be your own special way of doing something worthwhile in which you believe.
Because you do not have to place a large minimum order and can design the custom t shirts on your own, you can start your own grassroots cancer awareness program right from your own home and watch it grow.
Pete Cleveland is an author and consultant. You can find out more by visiting http://www.sonicshack.com

Custom T-Shirts For Your School

If you have a booster club at school that is seeking a way to make money, you might want to consider selling custom T-shirts. Custom T-shirts can easily be obtained online and some interactive sites allow you to create your own t-shirts right on their website. You can actually work with fonts, colors and graphics and choose custom t-shirts that will reflect the message of your booster club.
School activities are often short of funds and booster clubs have to come up with a variety of different ways to earn money for the activity or the club. One way to do this is to sell products such as custom t-shirts. Unlike other fundraising efforts, everyone enjoys t shirts and often pass them to others when they tire of wearing them. And when you create t-shirts for your school activity, you can not only reap the profits from the sale of the shirts, but you can also give some notice to the club or activity itself.
One of the best ways to get custom t-shirts for your school is to do so by going online and designing the shirt yourself. This ends up saving you on costs as most silk screening companies will charge you for coming up with the design. If you do this yourself on an interactive website, you can save on this cost. You can also choose from many different styles and colors when it comes to the t-shirts as well as the type of lettering that you want to use and fonts. You can even add graphics to your own custom t-shirts.
Your school activities all take money to continue to keep going. Many schools today are feeling the crunch of cut backs in funds for certain clubs and activities and booster clubs are scratching their heads to try to figure out how they can come up with money making ideas on how to get funds to continue the activity or the club.
You can help your school keep these activities going by starting a booster club and suggesting that they come up with a snappy slogan for custom t-shirts that can be sold in an effort to raise money for the club. This is one of the most effective ways to raise funds for any school and is used in school districts across the nation.
However, you do not have to feel that you need to spend a lot of money by going to a professional printer to have these custom t-shirts created. You can create them yourself, right online, order them and have them shipped right to your door. You can then sell the shirts themselves, or take orders for additional shirts to raise money for your school activity or club.
Pete Cleveland is an author and consultant. You can find out more by visiting http://www.sonicshack.com

Create Fundraiser Custom T-Shirts

Many communities have fundraisers for those in need. Often, these are sick children who need medical treatment or whose families are buried in debt due to this treatment. One way that you can help your own community fundraising project is to create custom t shirts that can be used as a way to help those in need in your own community.
Creating custom t shirts for causes such as those related to the community used to be very difficult because it was an expensive endeavor. Today, however, you can create your own custom t shirts right online, using an interactive website that will allow you to design the shirt on your own and place a small minimum order. You can then use these shirts as a way to create an awareness for the person or people in need in a variety of different ways.
Many communities organize walks and fundraisers for those who are in need. Often, there is a fee for attending these walks and fundraisers. One way that you can help out your community is to offer the custom t shirts as a gift for those who attend the fundraisers. Not only will this give them something in exchange for their time and donation, but it will also create a further awareness for the need in the community. The more people wear these custom t shirts that you created on your own, the more others may be inclined to give to the fundraiser as well.
The best aspect about creating fundraiser custom t shirts is that they are the gift that keeps on giving. Not only can you create a product that is tangible and can be sold to help the fundraising effort, but the message printed on the t shirt can be read by anyone who sees it. This can allow the entire fundraising effort to take root and continue to grow. As more and more people see the shirts, they may be inclined to follow up with a donation of their own. This is often how funds are raised.
Just about every community has someone in need of medical treatment or funds due to medical treatment. Often, these individuals are children. You can do your bit to help those in need right in your own community by creating fundraiser custom t shirts that you design yourself online and donate to the cause. This is one of the best ways that you can not only immediately help the cause, but also allow the fundraiser to continue its efforts in the future.
Pete Cleveland is an author and consultant. You can find out more by visiting http://www.sonicshack.com

Why Custom Promotional T-Shirts Make Sense For Your Business

Are you trying to decide on a promotional item to publicize your business? There are a great many reasons why promotional t-shirts fit the bill. Why choose promotional t-shirts as a marketing promotion, employee incentive or advertising gift? Here are just a few of the reasons.
High quality custom printed t-shirts are always in demand.
Custom promotional t-shirts promote brand loyalty and recognition.
Every customer wearing one of your promotional t-shirts is a walking advertisement for your business.
62% of the population own ten or more custom t-shirts, including promotional tees offered by their employers, favorite sports teams and local businesses.
97% of people surveyed by a t-shirt manufacturer own a favorite t-shirt with which they’d “never part”. (Why not make it one with your name on it?)
T-shirts have a long history and association with promoting favorite events, companies and memories. The earliest uses of promotional custom t-shirts were as souvenirs of visits to popular attractions and concerts.
The same survey uncovered a number of things that are worthwhile to consider in choosing t-shirts to use in marketing your company and products.
The most popular color for screen printed custom t-shirts is white, followed closely by black. White is a far easier color to work with in screen printing than black, but black has its own cachet with certain markets. Of course, you can always choose a signature color for your promotional t-shirts, especially if part of your reason for using them is to make your supporters and employees stand out from the crowd.
The number one reason that people love their t-shirts is comfort, so make comfort a high priority in choosing the t-shirts that are the base for your promotional design.
Custom t-shirts sporting company logos are showing up in the board room and on the golf course, where the desired profile is fitted and slim.
Many women are choosing to wear custom t-shirts under a jacket instead of a blouse or a sweater. Again, the preferred profile for women’s t-shirts is slim and fitted.
T-shirts with the company logo are often used to identify staff at events such as conferences, trade shows and concerts.
Promotional t-shirts make great incentive gifts for employees – but don’t confine your giving to the employee. Many appreciate a matching version of the company t-shirt for their children and spouses. They also make great handouts and souvenirs at company events like picnics and family days.
You can also use promotional t-shirts as giveaways in contests and events held by your company. Radio stations, pubs, restaurants and clubs often give away promotional t-shirts to customers as prizes in dance contests, raffles and other events.
When you’re looking for promotional items of all types, you’ll find what you need online. The company offers an enormous selection of promotional t-shirts in a wide range of prices and styles. Consult with a professional from their staff to help you solidify your design ideas for your own company t-shirts, and be secure in knowing that you’ll get high quality and great value.
Tina Rinaudo is one of the leading lights in the UK promotional clothing industry.
Tina is a key member of YesGifts, the UK's fastest growing online promotional t-shirts resource specialising in promotional pens, mugs, mouse mats, umbrellas, conference items and much more.
For more information please visit http://www.yesgifts.co.uk.

Make Your Own Custom T-Shirts - Using These Tips to Save Big

There are many ways to make your own custom t-shirts that are affordable, we are going to show you a few of them. Nowadays with everyone tightening their belts financially, people are finding that if you make your own custom t shirts, you can save a boat load of money. The bottom line, when it comes to making a custom t shirt you can choose one of many ways to go about it. You can screen print the image on the shirts, embroidery, fabric painting and you can also iron-on images on the shirts.
Screen Printing. First lets discuss screen printing. You buy the shirts below wholesale at an online bulk supply company. You purchase a simple screen printing press and supplies and grab a CD or book on screen printing technique. Before you know it you'll be making your own custom t shirts at a fraction of what it would cost you to buy from a local screen printer. Over time this hobby could develop into a very profitable career.
Embroidery. If you want to make your own custom t-shirts and you decide embroidery is the way to go, again, you purchase the tees online at a bulk supplier. Nowadays embroidery equipment is pennies on the dollar compared to ten years ago. You can set up a one station embroidery maker in your garage or even kitchen table. The supplies for embroidery go a long way, and again, this little hobby has the potential to be a real money making venture if you decide to go big time.
Fabric Painting. The area of fabric painting usually falls into the homemade or crafting category. The kids making shirt designs for the grandparents, the family designing tees for a family reunion, or the local boy or girl scouts doing a project to earn merit badges. The shirts again, bought online at a bulk supplier to save you the absolute most on your money. Then you hit the local craft store or even eBay or Amazon for the fabric paints. The shirts at the craft stores can run in the $3 range, however, buying them in bulk can cost you as little as $1.25 a piece.
Iron On. When you make your own custom t-shirts iron on or transfers is the simplest of the four we've mentioned. You get the shirts from an online supplier at a great price with free shipping. Then your off to either the craft store, or any online auction, to get a premade iron on transfer for the shirts. However, many stores like Staples offer a program made by Hanes, that allows you to make custom t shirts on your own computer. You load the program, design the image, print on the transfer paper they supply or that you've gotten elsewhere, iron on and your good to go!
Happy Crafting!
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Custom T-Shirts For Your Family Reunions

T shirts are now the formal wear of today's generation. When it is the time for the reunion of the family or when there is some special occasion, then creating some custom t shirts is an incredible way to remember the event in its full vividness. If one wants to look outstanding among the group then he must go for these unique t-shirts. Giving these shirts to the whole family makes the best memento you can possibly get for such a low price. You'll rest assured that everyone will keep them as a reminder that everyone had spent a good time.
Q.) Now the question arises what things should be kept in mind for creating these custom t shirts when one is going for a family reunion?
1.) The foremost thing that should be kept in mind is the design of the family logo. The logo on the t-shirts must be different for child and babies and different for big uncles and daddies.
2.) So the best solution to this to choose the simple design that suits on everyone's t shirt and must fit to everyone's t-shirt.
3.) It is better to choose a bright color t-shirt in the auspicious occasion and family reunion. By the eye catchy t-shirts one can recognize each other in the big crowd. The other option is to wear the plain white t-shirt so that you look different from others. It is always advised not to wear flashy t-shirts.
Designing and making of the custom t-shirts:
a.) One can design the custom t-shirt for other and he can expect from the others the same.b.) Also there are number of shops which are available that help in making and designing the specialized custom t-shits.c.) Manu online options are also available and they prove to be even cheaper.d.) But if you want to design and create your custom t-shirt then it is necessary that you must have a screen printing machine or computer software or a program which could help you in detailing your t-shirts.e.) Embroidery on custom t-shirts is also very trendy nowadays. This could be done either with the help of computer operated machine or a sewing machine. There t-shirts are little costlier but they look very descent and nice. Even the name of the person can be embedded on the t-shirts.f.) There is also an option for going with the funny t-shirts. These t-shirts are all about making the fashion statement and expressing the ideas and attitude towards the world. Wear these kinds of t-shirts with full confident without bothering what one feels for you.
Tips before purchasing:
1.) If you have purchased the custom t-shirt from the company then always ask for the discount and bargain if you had purchased the lot in bulk.2.) Discount can be availed on various factors like the need of the party and color chosen. Style is also considered the most.3.) If you are making the t-shits customized by engraving personalized names then always keep the size of the person right in the mind and it can be ironed properly.
The author writes articles on customizable products such as this one about custom t-shirts. More articles about how to design your own t-shirts can be found on the internet.

History of the Modern T-shirt

A modern t-shirt usually has no buttons, collars or pockets. It can be made of cotton or polyester or a blend. The t-shirt has round neck and sleeve holes and currently may be decorated with text and graphics, sometimes funny.
But, the t-shirt has not always been this way, oh no. The t-shirt has a long and proud history beginning with the ancient Egyptians who wore formal undergarments while they were erecting the pyramids in 120-degree desert heat.
Some historians theorize that the pyramids were actually supposed to be large cubes, but since each crew was exhausted from wearing t-shirts underneath their garment in the high desert heat, that subsequent crews did less and less work. This desire to do less and hurry the finality of the project lead the crew leader on day to simply put a point on top of the cube-turned-pyramid and inform the high priests and priestesses that there had been a cost overruns and a “change in plans”.
Be that as it may, t-shirts again reared their ugly heads in the 19th century, once again as formal undergarments in Britain. The Brits and their famous eye for prudence started requiring school age boys to wear t-shirts and tuck them in over their underwear but inside their pants in order to foil the bullies’ attempts at giving atomic wedgies.
The bullies were not foiled however, and just grabbed t-shirts and underpants in two motions instead of one and proceeded to give atomic wedgies as before. Some schoolchildren then used flatulence as a defense mechanism to deter the bullies, but this is for another discussion altogether.
T-shirts became popular again with the advent of World War II. Military types such as sailors began wearing these undergarments to work in and when overheated would throw off the shirts atop and work in t-shirts only.
Some early videos posted on Youtube show sailors in the 1940’s performing their duties in t-shirts aboard huge warships and occasionally breaking out in song and dance particularly to “Y-M-C-A” by the Village People. Calisthenics were performed on board these large aircraft carriers to keep the men in shape and even Richard Simmons’ father, Gene would lead the jumping jacks in his t-shirt.
In the 1960’s Forrest “Running Man” Gump heralded in a new era of decorated t-shirts. When he was once again rejected by Jenny, he took to running cross country and wiped his muddy face on what would become the first Happy Face t-shirt. Gump also told another runner that “stuff happens” or some similar vulgar verbiage and this became a national motto in no time, decorating t-shirts from coast to coast.
Since this time, t-shirts have been a method of self-expression for millions of people. First worn as a means of political commentary, it didn’t take long before the commentary turned humorous and then people started wearing all sorts of funny t-shirts to express their inner goofballs to the world.
So, there you have it, a twisted history of the modern t-shirt. Though this may be a fractured fairytale of what really happened, the essence is in fact accurate. No go out and buy a t-shirt to express your inner goofball.
© 2007 All Rights Reserved. Kevin Blevin writes about funny t-shirts and all sorts of other humorous subjects including 10 ways to decorate the human body using Cheetos.

Clean, Funny T-Shirts - A Review of Random Shirts

There are tons of t-shirt companies out there, but many sell some pretty filthy, offensive shirts. I was looking for some good, clean, funny shirts the other day, and I think I found a winner with a company called Random Shirts.
Home of the $10 Tee (how can you resist a $10 T-shirt?), Random Shirts seems to pride themselves on selling completely unoffensive shirts that try to be crazy or hilarious. My personal favorite is the “My Bad, -Eve” shirt. These shirts will definitely cause your friends to do a double take, and at least crack a smile. I mean, if you saw your friend wearing a “Unicorn: The Other White Meat” shirt, you would definitely have a “what the crap?” look on your face.
The company also does some cool work with poverty, and has done some pretty cool promotions. At one point, for every 384 shirts they sold, they would sponsor a needy child through Compassion International. Thus, the kid will get needed clothes, food, health care, and stuff like that. After that they decided to give $1 from every shirt sold to help needy kids in Uganda. So not only do you get a great shirt, but you're also supporting impoverished kids and a company that really cares about them.
There are only a few negative things I can say about Random Shirts. One thing that disappointed me was that it took a very long time for them to respond to an email I sent them. After looking into it, I also feel that their affiliate program is poorly managed. Of course, this will only affect interested webmasters, not those just looking to purchase t-shirts.
So, in review: shirts that are clean and funny, and genuinely caring people running the show behind the scenes. With only a few negative attributes, I can recommend Random Shirts as a a solid company to purchase t-shirts from.
Aaron is the creator of http://www.AaronsTShirtReview.com where he reviews T-Shirt companies from around the web, helping you find the funnies, craziest, and coolest T-Shirts around.

Medical Occupation T-Shirts - The Perfect Gift

A t-shirt is the one article of clothing that almost everyone loves to wear. You can just get up in the morning and throw on a t-shirt. They look great with any kind of pants or blue jeans. T-shirts are very comfortable and can really be worn anywhere. A t-shirt can say a lot about a person, how they look, how they think or how they feel. A lot of t-shirts have intricate designs on them, while others can have simple words or phrases. Some have messages on them and others have nothing at all on them and are a solid color.
Sometimes t-shirts can even give people information on the type of occupation they work in. Medical occupation t-shirts are great things to wear if you work at a hospital, doctor's office, therapy department or anywhere in the medical industry.
Medical t-shirts can have virtually anything on them. The designs can be simple and get the point across, but they can also be more detailed and stylish. The message that you display can be serious, humorous or tell a joke. You can state your support for the medical industry or a certain field; you can get very specific in what you want the shirt to say.
The funny t-shirts are probably the most popular t-shirts in the medical occupation t-shirt field as well as the entire occupation t-shirt field as a whole. It's a great way to connect with your co-workers because when they look at your t-shirt and connect with you, they understand what you are trying to say. But it is also a way to connect with and make people outside of the medical industry laugh, like your friends and family.
How much fun it is to see someone open up the gift, read what it says and have a good laugh at it. It's even better to see them put it on and enjoy wearing it around making other people smile and laugh. You are letting that person know that you appreciate what they are doing and are having fun as well.
Not only can you get medical occupation t-shirts, but you can also get a various assortment of gifts as well. You can get anything from neckties to mouse pads or coffee mugs. You can also get hats, teddy bears, hoodies, sweatshirts, key chains, tote bags and more. If it can be printed on, you can get some kind of medical occupation message onto that object. It's just so much fun to give a gift that is truly loved and appreciated.
Medical occupation t-shirts and gifts can be given anytime including Birthdays, Christmas, Graduation, or any other occasion. If you feel like cheering up or supporting someone in the medical field, giving a medical occupation gift or t-shirt is the perfect idea. T-shirts don't last forever but the thoughtfulness of the gift will.
Ruth Lanham Entrepreneur, Author, T-Shirt Designer
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T-Shirts Are Everywhere Saying Everything

I am sitting in the food court of a very busy shopping mall on a Saturday with a pad of paper. What am I doing? Counting how many people are wearing t-shirts, what kind of t-shirt they're wearing, and about how old they are. This is my 4th Saturday conducting this survey at 4 different malls.
Before I began doing this "t-shirt survey" at the malls here in Dallas, I was expecting about 30-35% of the people would be wearing a t-shirt. Was I ever wrong. I had no idea just how popular t-shirts actually are.
First, who is wearing t-shirts? I counted a total of about 4,000 people over 4 weeks in this survey. In total, about 60-65% were wearing t-shirts - twice my expectations! There was a variance in the age groups. For those under 25-years-old, about 80-85% wore t-shirts. For those 25 to 40 years old, about 60% wore t-shirts. And, for those over 40, about 35% wore t-shirts.
While I expected the younger crowd to be wearing tshirts, what I was not expecting were those ages 35 - 50 wearing them. These are mostly parents, business people, and maybe a couple grandparents. Most of their tshirts were sports or college tshirts, or a brand name like Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, or Polo - nothing crude of obnoxious.
Second, what kind of t-shirts were they wearing? I rarely saw the same t-shirt twice. There were funny t-shirts, animal t-shirts, Christian t-shirts, patriotic t-shirts, and all kinds of novelty t-shirts. And, I wasn't surprised to see a few crude or offensive ones in the mix either.
Younger kids, those between 5 and 12-years-old, wore a lot of tshirts. That age bracket was closer to 90%. Most of them had some kind of "cute" picture or slogan (like a Disney tshirt), or something to do with sports. Most teenagers and college students wore tshirts that seem to match up closely with their identity.
More than anything, it became apparent that wearing a tshirt is a way to express oneself. Whether supporting a sports team, a university, or country, people wear tshirts to express themselves and make a statement. But, some people wear them just because it looks good, it's trendy, and they're comfortable. The t-shirt industry is a huge business. While I don't have the exact statistics, it made up 60% of the tops worn at the shopping malls around Dallas, TX over the last 4 weeks.
After arriving back home, what did I do? I went to my dresser, opened the drawer, and counted about 25 t-shirts of my own. I put on my alma mater tshirt and sat down to watch the baseball playoffs.
Sean Caudle is the founder of Fashion-Tees.com He also wears a lot of t-shirts. There are over 9,000 t-shirt designs at Funny T-Shirts

Finding The Funny T-Shirts That Are Right For You

According to many you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, however, in reality most people do. And, appearance isn't just an issue which has an impact on the publishing business. It impacts you too! What you wear, and how you wear it, can really make the difference between creating a great impression and falling short. Whether your buying a new pair of shoes, jeans or a t-shirt don't think that what's inside is all that matters.
Funny t-shirts are a growing market segment, and neither wonder -- a decade ago funny t-shirts were associated with vacations and event memorabilia. Now they're much more than that. It's now possible to buy funny t-shirts that look stylish, and have jokes which cater for a wide array of audiences.
Personal Branding...
Procter and Gamble are the worlds largest advertiser. They own a large portfolio of food brands, and they understand how important it is to get their message across. When they decide to introduce a new product to the market they don't just call it a generic name. They could have opted to call "Duracell "Proctor and Gamble Batteries", but they didn't. They didn't because they recognize the importance that the name and image of their products has on perception and the likelihood that someone is going to buy their products.
You can't change your name, but you can mould your image. The clothing you wear has an impact on the way you're perceived. And, unlike food brands, you can't get away with having the same image everyday. Wear the same pair of jeans two days in a row and nobody will notice, and the same goes for shoes. Wear the same jacket every day and nobody will think anything of it. But, don't think the same rule applies with t-shirts. You have to have an expansive wardrobe of t-shirts, each and every one forming a part of who you are.
A Great Talking Point...
Funny t-shirts can be a great talking point. You've met someone for the first time, and the conversation has turned to the weather. You notice that they're wearing a t-shirt that uses a play on a famous film character's saying to provoke humour. You now have a conversational route away from weather and into films. Clever, isn't it?
Cheap And Cheerful...
Nobody likes to wear the same clothes everyday. And, with funny t-shirts available for under $20 you don't have to. If you wear a different t-shirt everyday it will look as though you've wearing a completely different outfit for a fraction of the cost of buying one.
Sophisticated?
If you think funny t-shirts are for children then why not consider vintage t-shirts? Vintage shirts have many of the same advantages as funny t-shirts, however if you find they get in the way of your sophistication then don't go sacrificing that for no one. Opt for a vintage t-shirt instead.
Jesse Witham writes articles on funny t-shirts. Further information written by the author related to funny shirt, cool t-shirts, custom t-shirts and Vintage shirts can be found at http://www.crazydogtshirts.com

Funny T-Shirts - Clothes That Speak

Nowadays we have a fun set of clothing to choose from. Girls have a huge selection of clothes lines and there are just so many styles available. The latest fad is wearing cool t-shirts. T-shirts have always been associated with comfort. When you're relaxing you want to wear a t-shirt and that ever so warm jeans especially during the weekend. Thanks to different great companies, we know have a wide range of t-shirts to choose from. T-shirts have now become very expressive. What is on your heart can now be on your t-shirt! T-shirts have now become fun ways to express ones self.
You can get T-shirts in many different funky colors and with the most hilarious captions on them. You can find T-shirts to suit your moods. When you are happy, you can sport T-shirts that display some amazing colors and the cutest of smileys. The T-shirt industry has really come up with some vibrant colors and some amazing captions. I love these kinds of T-shirts; they almost set you off in this mischievous mood! If you are wondering how T-shirts could be funny or vibrant, I suggest you walk down to the nearest store and take a look at these fun t-shirts.
Some of the T-shirts are absolutely hilarious. I have a couple of favorites too. I just love this one T-shirt that I almost die in all the time, it reads "without me, its just aweso". I think that T-shirt is fabulous. There are other funny ones as well, like the one that reads "all cute guys are gay". Another T-shirt that brought me to tears laughing was this T-shirt that had something written in fine print that it was almost impossible to read unless you walked right up to the t-shirt and then you could read it "you are one curious dog, aren't you?"
These T-shirts are not just fun to wear on but are good gifts for close friends on almost any special occasion. You have T-shirts made for every possible occasion; all you got to do is pick up the right color and size! Another great thing about these new fun tease T-shirts is that they come in almost unthinkable colors. You can really add more color to your wardrobe by picking up a few of these t-shirts. They come in some amazing fresh and refreshing colors that are simply fantastic. So don't waste your time, hop over to the closest mall and grab your self one of these funny one liner T-shirts!
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