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100% SPAM-FREE!!! Custom TRD Skull T-Shirts / Decals

Discussion in 'Buy / Sell / Trade' started by Benson X, Aug 10, 2012.

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PICK YOUR OPTIONS

Poll closed Sep 9, 2012.
  1. DECAL: Black

    27.4%
  2. DECAL: Red

    16.7%
  3. DECAL: White

    39.3%
  4. DECAL: Gray

    22.6%
  5. DECAL: 5"

    38.1%
  6. DECAL: 10"

    35.7%
  7. DECAL: 15"

    6.0%
  8. T-SHIRT: Black w/ Gray (B/G)

    16.7%
  9. T-SHIRT: Black w/ White (B/W)

    21.4%
  10. T-SHIRT: Black w/ Red (B/R)

    22.6%
  11. T-SHIRT: Gray w/ Black (G/B)

    33.3%
  12. T-SHIRT: Red w/ Black (R/B)

    16.7%
  13. T-SHIRT: White w/ Black (W/B)

    16.7%
  14. T-SHIRT: Ladies Shirts???

    6.0%
  15. T-SHIRT: Is XXL really necessary???

    13.1%
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  1. Aug 20, 2012 at 11:32 AM
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    Benson X

    Benson X [OP] My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Do you like the OD Green color? My brother insisted that I make some of those. Poll is full so no one can vote on it, I'm just curious what people think (I know there's a few active military folks that might like it).
     
  2. Aug 23, 2012 at 8:16 AM
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    Benson X

    Benson X [OP] My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Breakfast bump!

    Please Vote! Leave Comments! Talk Shit! Love it? Hate it? Let me know about it!
     
  3. Aug 23, 2012 at 11:22 AM
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    Benson X

    Benson X [OP] My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    I see what you mean, and agree 100%. I think the few that commented on the teeth being "too hidden" or "scrambled" want them to be more visible and easier to read/see.

    As previously said, my original intention was to keep the TRD hidden, and more a part of the whole picture, rather than an in your face advertisement. Just like the Toyota logo.

    Trying to make it appeal to everyone, but it can prove to be a PITA, especially when you offer so many options.
     
  4. Aug 23, 2012 at 2:48 PM
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    Hairy Taco

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    My .02 : If you are going to print a sketchy image like this, print it lightly and give it a weathered look. Use black ink and print on dark shirts so that the image doesn't pop to hard. If you use a heavy print with a design like this and print with too much contrast it may end up a fail. ...

    I think your sketch image printed lightly, with black ink , and on medium to dark color , light-weight cotton shirts would look quite cool. Just my opinion...
     
  5. Aug 23, 2012 at 3:45 PM
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    Benson X

    Benson X [OP] My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Thanks for the feedback Chris :thumbsup: It will be interesting to see how the initial prints turn out.

    I plan on using only black ink, with colored fills/outlines on the black shirts to make it look "good". It's hard to judge how it will look on the lighter colored shirts (red, drab green, white), but I agree if not done correctly, it may turn out too "contrasty" or pixelated. It was originally penciled, then inked in, so any edits or revisions will have to be done in "post" using PS or Gimp.

    I have never attempted a venture like this, so I am relying on my graphic design guy to use his expertise and best judgment. I wanna do it right the first time, so if it ends up turning out shitty, I'm not gonna pursue it. Not to dissuade anyone's interest, just saying if the end-product isn't up to my standards, the deal's off (I am my own worst critic).
     
  6. Aug 23, 2012 at 3:58 PM
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    Benson X

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    :rofl: you scare me ghost...seriously.
     
  7. Aug 23, 2012 at 4:01 PM
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    Palooka

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    I would go for a ODG/B.... but it's not in the poll.
     
  8. Aug 23, 2012 at 4:43 PM
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    Benson X [OP] My build thread sucks...

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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Yeah, the poll is maxed out, and I added that after the fact. Noted, thanks for your input.

    If you ever head up here again we'll go wheeling or grab a beer or something. Or you can slit my throat while I sleep.
     
  9. Aug 23, 2012 at 6:16 PM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    I grew up in Wasilla. I hear it's gotten pretty shitty there, I mean Sarah Palin? C'mon. Been thinking about taking a road trip through the AlCan to go visit. Damn beautiful part of the world there.
     
  10. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:54 PM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Been a couple days bump...
     
  11. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:58 PM
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    Bennett707

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    once again, i am more of a local and will receive mine before you and will hang it next to my full torqued shirt.

    i may even wear both and pop a few collars. i heard that was cool.
     
  12. Aug 28, 2012 at 4:29 PM
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    I'll take two 5" and one 10" white decal! They look good.
     
  13. Aug 28, 2012 at 6:40 PM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Thanks man! :thumbsup:

    I'll make sure to let you know when these are available to purchase. I'm keeping track of who wants what for now (especially Ghost and Ipreferwater :D) but will have some more organized purchase options when the time comes...maybe even a fancy website???
     
  14. Aug 30, 2012 at 9:06 AM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Might offer PayPal (gift-only) eventually. Once this really gains momentum, I will probably work with my nerd buddy to get a website going too.

    I will update the teeth this weekend (again) to try to get the best of both worlds (cleaner more visible TRD, but still maintain the sketchy, hand-drawn appearance)
     
  15. Aug 30, 2012 at 9:26 AM
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    Good call.
    Updated to accept PayPal (gift preferred).
     
  16. Aug 30, 2012 at 9:34 AM
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    If you don't draw blood, you're doing it wrong!
    Once the list (25+) fills up. I will PM everyone on the list individually with the total. I PM'd everyone that was interested in these color choices, so we should hopefully hit the mark pretty quick.
     
  17. Aug 30, 2012 at 9:44 AM
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    Ugly Betty

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    ill take one for my son, i dont like the skull design but he willl loove it
     
  18. Aug 30, 2012 at 9:51 AM
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  19. Aug 30, 2012 at 9:55 AM
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    I will take a 10 and 5 inch decal in gray for sure when they are ready. And the first design looks way better. Thanks!
     
  20. Aug 30, 2012 at 9:56 AM
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