Pop Culture Tees http://www.popculturetees.com Live It! Wear It! Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:00:32 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8 en hourly 1 LA Lakers 2009 Champs Puppet Shirt http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/AHA756jdiAk/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/laker-puppet/#comments Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:00:32 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3814 You might also enjoy:
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]]> I know that this site has a focus on indie designers and stores, but being a Laker fan, I just had to sneak this one in. During the NBA playoffs, Nike ran a series of Kobe Bryant (Lakers) and Lebron James (Cavaliers) puppet spots to highlight the rivalry between the 2 players.

One puppet didn’t make the finals, and one puppet made it to the 2009 championship.

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Since it’s being offerend from the Lakers, guess whose puppet is sporting the rings..

Available for preorder now (Shipping 7.22)

$30 + shipping at Lakers Store

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/laker-puppet/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/laker-puppet/ Make Your T-Shirt Packaging Memorable http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/QNrlWI7zdq4/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/make-your-t-shirt-packaging-memorable/#comments Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:00:42 +0000 Liz http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3768 You might also enjoy:
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]]> When you ship out shirts to your customers, it’s your last chance to make a positive, professional and lasting impression. Beyond the obvious – shipping good product that’s neatly folded and arrives without being all beat up – there’s a lot you can do to go above and beyond and make your customer’s purchasing experience truly memorable. This in turn increases the chance they’ll buy again, or recommend your shop to a friend.

To help you get started (and inspired) we’ve compiled a list of tips (with links for resources) for packaging your tees and some samples of really remarkable stuff that other folks have done.

Tips for shipping your shirts in style:

  1. Invest a few extra bucks in plastic bags to individually package your t-shirts. This looks especially pro when you are shipping multiple tees out to a customer.
  2. Order some hang tags to attach to each shirt. Some of the most memorable shirts I’ve received had tags that are as well designed as the graphics on the tees themselves. Put your company name, website URL, and some amazing artwork on your tag. There will be people who keep them just because they look cool.
  3. Throw in a few stickers (here or here), buttons, or other trinkets with each order. These are cheap to produce in bulk, make sweet little freebies, and are great for promotion if they are cool enough that people will use them. Don’t mention it on your website – just do it without saying anything and be a hero.
  4. Find a way to say THANK YOU. Whether it’s a hand written note, or a pre-printed message, let your customer know you really do appreciate their order.
  5. Include a coupon code good on your customer’s next purchase. Many big-boy retail shops follow this policy to lure shoppers back and turn them into repeat buyers. Even if it’s just 10% off an order, you can easily increase your chances of getting that next purchase.

Really Creative Packaging Ideas

Of course, one of the best ways to stand out is to make your actual packaging unique. If you’re on a budget, just getting some pre-printed mailers is a great way to start. But here’s a few examples of some out-of-the-world packaging to inspire you:

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Johnny Cupcakes is a juggernaut in the world of established t-shirt brands. Their packaging, and this is just one example, is always creative. (via lovely package)

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Oddica has been around forever, and has always had custom printed flexible shipping bags. The design has changed over the years, but the branding is always consistant. (via notcot)

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Butchrd Apparel, who we’ve featured before, actually packs their tees in styrofoam meat cases. The idea is perfectly inline with the concept behind their line which is an example of really smart marketing and branding.

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Here’s another example of packaging matching up to the brand. Creative + cheap + easy to pull off = a true winner. (via flickr. ldandersen)

Want to share some tips or other outstanding packaging ideas you’ve seen? Post em below!

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/make-your-t-shirt-packaging-memorable/feed/ 2 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/make-your-t-shirt-packaging-memorable/ Daily Roundup 7.09 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/EgBW5B7MQcY/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/daily-roundup-7-09/#comments Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:45:48 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3803 You might also enjoy:
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]]> Ript Apparel: Bleeding Heart

ript_bleedheart

Leaking with loooove.

$10 + shipping at Ript Apparel

Teefury: Chombanautics

teefury_chombanautics

Hey!. Let’s all slobber.

$9 + shipping at Teefury

shirt.woot: When Asteroids Strike

woot_asteroids

Should’ve hit the space bar.

$10 + shipping at shirt.woot

Teextile: upsidedown

teextile_upsidedown

In my neighborhood they hang sneakers from power lines.

$12 + shipping at Teextile

DesignByHumans: the twelve time world champion

dbh_12-time

Uneven playing field.

$15 + shipping at DesignByHumans

Uneetee: Inside

uneetee_inside

CPU = Coronary Pumping Unit.

$10 + shipping at Uneetee

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/daily-roundup-7-09/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/09/daily-roundup-7-09/ Sometimes I Scare Myself http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/5VzqPothor0/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/sometimes-i-scare-myself/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:00:57 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3703 You might also enjoy:
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]]> I’m not a ghost, but I can understand how this little fella feels. I do the same thing in the morning – I look into the mirror and give out a little bit of, eeek!

I’m not sure if it’s because I think I’m scary in the morning or because I’m just really tired and caught off guard.

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Don’t be scared. Go ahead and order a shirt.

$17.75 + shipping at TopatoCo

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/sometimes-i-scare-myself/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/sometimes-i-scare-myself/ Prepare for Zombies http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/4ejAqpixfLY/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/prepare-for-zombies/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:00:29 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3709 You might also enjoy:
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]]> I’m not sure if I should be expecting zombies anytime soon, but the last thing I want to be is unwarned. Since I’m such a giving type person, I would return the favor and try to warn the people around me of the same. This shirt makes it easy.

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The first step of preparedness is awareness. Grab one of these shirts and start the alerting.

$18 + shipping at Robit Studios

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/prepare-for-zombies/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/prepare-for-zombies/ Make Me Laugh http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/eCHzOC_UeHw/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/make-me-laugh/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:00:37 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3715 You might also enjoy:
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]]> I’m not always a fan of shirts with off-placed designs, but I like the creative location of this shirt. Hey Monkey. I’m ticklish. Get that feather away from there or I’ll start giggling like an 8 year old. (no offense to 8 year olds). I mean it monkey..Stop!

Alright. Just a little bit more.

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From the Limited.ink site:

Printed on high-grade, fair wear cotton with plastisol inks.

Comes with: Serial numbered swing tag, signed pull-out poster, free gift for new members and is wrapped with love!

Chuckle up and get one.

£29.99 + shipping at Limited.ink

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/make-me-laugh/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/make-me-laugh/ Incompatibilidade Amorosa (Love incompatibility) http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/pMenT6mlhwE/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/incompatibilidade-amorosa-love-incompatibility/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:00:15 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3718 You might also enjoy:
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]]> One thing that I like about cartoon genre t-shirts are the way that they personify (someone owes me 25 cents) and the subtle details in the designs. My favorite are the crossed arms and expression on the plug. Anyone that’s been in the same situation can understand his frustration. Great design, but I wish I was able to understand more of the site.

I’m assuming from the currency marker that this is a site from Brazil.

incompatible love

Lots of other great designs on the site.

R$ 55,00 + shipping at Camiseteria

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/incompatibilidade-amorosa-love-incompatibility/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/incompatibilidade-amorosa-love-incompatibility/ Daily Roundup 7.08 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/H529yMVkfc8/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/daily-roundup-7-08/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:50:13 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3752 You might also enjoy:
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]]> Ript Apparel: Crows

ript_Crows

How birds are made.

$10 + shipping at Ript Apparel

Teefury: Underwater

teefury_underwater

If sinking, remember to remove mountain lion hat to regain buoyancy.

$9 + shipping at Teefury

Teextile: TALL TREES

teextile_tall_trees

Evil, skinny Bambi.

$12 + shipping at Teextile

DesignByHumans: Snakes and Daggers

dbh_snakesanddaggers

Like a tat missing an arm.

$18 + shipping at DesignByHumans

shirt.woot: Popstical Illusion

woot_Popstical_Illusion

Sweet finger twister.

$10 + shipping at shirt.woot

Uneetee: The Robotanist

Unee_TheRobotanist

Should’ve planted roses.

$10 + shipping at Uneetee

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/daily-roundup-7-08/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/08/daily-roundup-7-08/ New Advertising Options! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/2zDPId8tu-s/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/07/new-advertising-options/#comments Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:35:37 +0000 Liz http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3742 You might also enjoy:
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]]> We really love our sponsors (they help us keep the site running – THANKS guys! Seriously.), so when we redesigned the site we added a few more ad spots with higher visibility.

We now have a rotating 728×90 spot that shows at the top of every singe page on the site. It’s available now for just $50 a month and limited to just 3 folks. This is a GREAT way to reach people who are interested in t-shirts, pop culture stuff, and design.

If you’re interested, you can get all the details here.

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]]> http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/07/new-advertising-options/feed/ 0 http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/07/new-advertising-options/ Rise and Resist http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/popculturetees/~3/KgFwpl8B4jo/ http://www.popculturetees.com/2009/07/07/rise-and-resist/#comments Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:00:44 +0000 Stephen http://www.popculturetees.com/?p=3698 You might also enjoy:
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]]> The image of this shirt caught my eye because it was kind of hypnotic. A closer look and it has a fascinating design element. The lines are drawn in a way that the word “rise” is raised and the word resist is in what looks like a depression into the shirt.

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Pretty cool effect.

$18 + shipping at randr

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