The Anatomy of The Perfect Tee - The Series

One of the first things that Sandy taught me when I started working at The Crackerjack Shack, was that there is a “good, better and best” option when helping to find customers the right product for their needs.

Some customers are looking for promotional tees to give away, while others are looking for an economical way to clothe their young soccer players. Still others, are looking for a comfortable tee that their company’s staff members will actually love to wear. 

So, over the next few blogs, I’m going to talk about what makes up a good, better, and best tee beginning with the bones of any tee – the fabric.

To Blend or Not to Blend… That is the question

So what are the differences between a t-shirt that is 100% cotton, a 50/50 blend of cotton and polyester, or a tri-blend made up of polyester, cotton and rayon?

What should you consider when buying a shirt that has not been preshrunk versus a preshrunk shirt?

And, what does “ringspun cotton” really mean?

Well, now… That’s Fitting!

Speaking from experience, there's nothing a project manager likes to hear less than "my shirts don't fit!"

So, to head that off, I’ll provide some tips on how NOT to be surprised when you pull your newly decorated tees out of the box and try them on.

Nowadays, tees come in different cuts, and different weights of fabric. And, of course, I’ll help you figure out what you can expect from different manufacturers.

What’s in a Name?

Although Gildan seems to be the most popular tee among our customers, I’ll write about some of the other brands of tees that we offer.

Making Your Tee POP with Personality!

Screen printing techniques have really advanced. I’ll tell you about the some of the unique screen printing techniques you might want to try out on your next order, including how to get the most out of your design.

I’ll also talk about the art process and what it takes to get your shirt idea from that twinkle in your eye to your tee.

The Proper Care and Feeding of Your Favorite Tee

Now that you have your favorite tee, how do you keep it looking good? I’ll have some great tips for you in this blog.

And, if you just can't wait for the answers to these burning question, feel free to stop in at either one of our Crackerjack Shacks located in Springfield or Republic, or give us a call at 417-751-9511.  Our staff will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Have a blessed day.

The Crackerjack Shack Team