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Post by ghost on Oct 21, 2010 16:27:50 GMT
I believe the really old method uses a very hot (ironing-like) heat press that melts the adhesive "print" like quality onto the T-shirt. Over time the designs on the shirts tend to fragment, slough off pieces, or show cracks like an antique oil painting. The newer traditional seems to use a set "screen" that uses a sponge-like ink press with the template (print screen.) Digital prints on the other hand last a lot longer after continual washes and perhaps may only slightly fade. I favor the digital ones, since bumping, rubbing the front will not really damage the design. wish there was a graveyard of swords design lying around somewhere ...  I would love that on the back, though I will purchase anything that you guys come up with. They all look great so far. I assume of the T-shirts are black, the design color will be gray or white? edit : some examples www.cultureworks.com/custom_prin ... _printing/ digital --> almost all shirts are like this nowadays --better quality and longer lasting. |
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Post by Greg on Oct 25, 2010 6:45:40 GMT
Sorry about the long pause in my posts here. It's been a rough month. Ok, so I'm waiting to hear back from the online company to get a rough cost per shirt as well as the best method of printing. From what I've gathered, digital might suite our needs the best, but I asked anyway. I REALLY want to be able to have a specific Oakeshott type on the front, complete with stats and an optional design to just have "OAKESHOTT" on the front like in my previous mock up. At any rate, I'll post an update as soon as I get a reply. I'm really excited about this.  |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2010 19:21:53 GMT
Good idea, and I'd buy at least one. Actually, it just makes it that much better whenever someone does know what it means. |
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Post by Greg on Oct 26, 2010 20:42:01 GMT
At the end of the day, I'd really just like a shirt with swords on it. Still waiting to have a few questions answered from the online shirt company. For some reason they aren't wanting to do digital. If they keep that attitude then I'm sure I'll find some reason not to get the shirts through them. And welcome aboard Stefanie! Always glad to see new members.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2010 21:05:09 GMT
Thanks. I was on the old board; I just didn't post much.
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Post by Bradleee42 on Oct 27, 2010 0:24:37 GMT
well once we get it figured out lemme know. My guy keeps asking what were doing. Welcome back Stefanie.
Now, Off to finish my Birthday Pecan Pie. Hehehehe.
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Post by whitefeathers on Oct 29, 2010 17:00:36 GMT
Yea id probably get one too even though I didnt know what Oakeshott was until now.
good to meet you Stefanie. Yay for more swordswomen! I love the purple ito on your picture. And I used to be stationed at Ft. Campbell, I miss that part of the country.
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Post by Bradleee42 on Oct 30, 2010 13:33:51 GMT
Well while we discuss and decide I'm having two hats made with, Got Steel? on the front.
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Post by Deepbluedave on Nov 1, 2010 9:47:24 GMT
Hey, Just a quick question.
Will you be able to post overseas, I'd like to get two for me and one for the girlfriend.
Dave
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Post by Stromlo_Swords_USA on Nov 1, 2010 10:02:00 GMT
Maybe we could help get them sent together for Aussies Dave?
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Post by TomK on Nov 2, 2010 8:50:08 GMT
ok, I'm getting impatient what is taking so long?
digital printing sounds like a win-win to me I'd love to see this move forward but there's little I can do from the ship.
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Post by Bradleee42 on Nov 3, 2010 19:27:33 GMT
::::shrugs:::: I dunno, no one has gotten back to me with anything.
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Post by TomK on Nov 4, 2010 2:34:12 GMT
well, let's get some other options going, offer business to some1 else, or at least do some call-backs and bug the crap out of those you've talked to already. I'm sorry I can't help much but I can't exactly call anyone from the middle of the ocean and my internet is dreadfully slow. that's my excuse anyway. . .
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Post by Deepbluedave on Nov 4, 2010 10:35:14 GMT
Sure Rob
I bet we can work something out, when they start to roll out the shirts
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Post by Bradleee42 on Nov 4, 2010 18:30:42 GMT
we know that screenprinting is going to last longer than digital and most digital places wont do one-off shirts, Greg and i talked yesterday, we're/ I are trying to get this working
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Post by Bradleee42 on Nov 6, 2010 15:31:39 GMT
I'm trying guys, between a mild case of the flu and mom having suregy in 2 weeks and all the driving back and forth to Dr.'s appointments ....I'm trying.
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Post by Bradleee42 on Nov 16, 2010 22:29:18 GMT
Mom's surgery is tomorrow, and my camera is more or less dead, so i'm stuck at this point, but i may have another idea.
I'll get back tomorrow night sometime.
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Post by Bradleee42 on Nov 21, 2010 18:37:27 GMT
How about hats, beanies? With Got Steel? on the front and Oakeshott (type of sword on the back) Just simple much cheaper. doesnt involve a screen fee we just say how many hates we need and let it get embriodered. I thought Of this because I was given the chance to do what i wanted with my friends shop for my birthday and got a hat made. well, a baseball cap and a beanie. The beanie with got steel ? on the front and oakeshott XII on the back. and the cap with got steel on the front, and have worn it everyday since. Just another idea.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 5, 2011 20:11:53 GMT
Is this project still in the works, or has it been abandoned?
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Post by Bradleee42 on Jan 10, 2011 0:48:40 GMT
I dont really know Stefanie. I think things have been a little crazy for all of us. I havent been here too much and the converstaon has apparently died down. I think for the most part I was supposed to have taken charge of the specifics, but I've been so busy doing other things, I havent had the time. But If you have anything that you can contribute to the Project to get it moving along again or in a more speedily fashion please do not hesitate to do so. If you do have any Ideas and want to messege me directly ( because I'll get notices in my email, Which gets checked everyday) It might be easier.
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I would love that on the back, though I will purchase anything that you guys come up with. They all look great so far. 
