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by ShirtSounds
Mon Aug 20, 2012 1:51 pm
Forum: Random
Topic: Cool story about a vintage shirt I recently sold...
Replies: 4
Views: 6099

Re: Cool story about a vintage shirt I recently sold...

So, here are some interesting things she told me: She was doing graphic design in San Fran in the early 70s and she ended up putting up a bunch of Greenpeacers in her apartment. She said she designed the shirt in either 1975 or 1976, but could have been as early as late 1974. Her boyfriend, at the ...
by ShirtSounds
Fri Aug 17, 2012 1:09 am
Forum: Random
Topic: Cool story about a vintage shirt I recently sold...
Replies: 4
Views: 6099

Cool story about a vintage shirt I recently sold...

I recently sold this on Etsy: https://ny-image1.etsy.com/000/0/6634339/il_fullxfull.338001273.jpg It turns out the woman who bought it was the woman who designed it back in the 70s. How cool is that? Especially since it is a pretty iconic picture. Of course, I asked her a of couple t-shirt questions ...
by ShirtSounds
Wed Aug 15, 2012 12:08 pm
Forum: Appraisals / Price Checks
Topic: flight 23 by jordan inc - anyone know anything about it?
Replies: 2
Views: 4523

Re: flight 23 by jordan inc - anyone know anything about it?

Bumping an old thread... I've got the same shirt for sale: http://www.ebay.com/itm/150877666559?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 Mine has a date of 1988 and it is not FOTL, though. I wonder if mine is actually newer, as it seems like if you were branding your own clothes with your ...
by ShirtSounds
Thu Jun 28, 2012 4:47 pm
Forum: Random
Topic: shady?
Replies: 1
Views: 2906

Re: shady?

Being in Indiana, I often find Notre Dame shirts. They sell, but not for super high prices and sometimes they take awhile to move. I've got a pretty nice Ched right now in my Etsy shop, but it's been there for awhile.

Maybe I should put it up on E Bay and see what happens...
by ShirtSounds
Thu Jun 28, 2012 4:43 pm
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?
Replies: 14
Views: 17792

Re: So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?

One of the guys at the Post Office said this, too, about international mail. He said as long as it's pre-paid it can go into the mailbox. Perhaps by stamped, they mean not weighed/measured. He said the only issue would be if the postman hasn't seen a self-printed international envelope, he might not ...
by ShirtSounds
Tue Jun 05, 2012 3:16 am
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?
Replies: 14
Views: 17792

Re: So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?

So, I printed out my first international label from home for a CD going to New Zealand. It was fairly easy, but a few things came up: 1. I can't just drop it in my mail box like I do with all of my other, smaller packages. It says I actually have to drop it off at the Post Office or schedule a ...
by ShirtSounds
Wed May 30, 2012 12:10 am
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?
Replies: 14
Views: 17792

Re: So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?

Thanks for the insurance advice. Though, I always take my international packages to the Post Office because A) it is only one block from my house and B) if I remember correctly, you can't print out postage via PayPal unless you have a special package/envelope. Is that still true? I'd like to learn ...
by ShirtSounds
Mon May 28, 2012 1:21 pm
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?
Replies: 14
Views: 17792

So, what should I do if a package doesn't arrive?

On Etsy, I sold a lot of shirts ($62.00 worth) to a guy in Argentina in mid-April. I sent them via International First Class. A couple of weeks ago he sent me a message saying they haven't arrived. He did seemingly pick out the shirts at random and, initially, wanted the transactions to be private ...
by ShirtSounds
Fri May 11, 2012 8:44 pm
Forum: Appraisals / Price Checks
Topic: Specific Show Pearl Jam Shirt
Replies: 1
Views: 3408

Specific Show Pearl Jam Shirt

I don't know if the shirt being from a specific show makes it more, or less, valuable... at least on a 90s shirt.

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by ShirtSounds
Wed May 02, 2012 9:47 am
Forum: Appraisals / Price Checks
Topic: Harley Shirt
Replies: 7
Views: 6502

Re: Harley Shirt

No, no copyright date. Like I said, it looks to be the same as the one in that link I posted. I've got it up on E Bay for $30 and it has a bunch of views, but no watchers. We shall see.
by ShirtSounds
Fri Apr 27, 2012 9:38 am
Forum: Appraisals / Price Checks
Topic: Harley Shirt
Replies: 7
Views: 6502

Re: Harley Shirt

I'm not too familiar with Harley shirts (I've only sold one before), so I've been researching for the last couple of days...

What is so special about the 1980s 3D Emblem shirts with the cartoon hog? They aren't even that cool-looking, yet they go for between $100-$200 regularly.
by ShirtSounds
Wed Apr 25, 2012 10:14 am
Forum: Appraisals / Price Checks
Topic: Harley Shirt
Replies: 7
Views: 6502

Re: Harley Shirt

Thanks for the info. I'll try to get a tag picture after work today, but not sure how well it will show up. It's pretty faded; I can make out that it is a Harley tag and it says 3D Emblem (can't see the size) and on the back I can see the 50/50. It looks comparable to this one (that didn't sell at ...
by ShirtSounds
Tue Apr 24, 2012 7:45 pm
Forum: Appraisals / Price Checks
Topic: Harley Shirt
Replies: 7
Views: 6502

Harley Shirt

This one has the actual Harley Tag, so I'm thinking it might be newer; however the tag is very faded and it is a 50/50 and very soft and thin. It's got some cracking, some pinholes, and a small hole on the back. Weird size, too: 20 across and 24 top-to-bottom. I'm more curious as to whether it's ...
by ShirtSounds
Fri Apr 20, 2012 8:53 pm
Forum: Auction Alert!
Topic: Vintage Anthrax/S.O.D. shirts from Scott Ian
Replies: 1
Views: 3598

Vintage Anthrax/S.O.D. shirts from Scott Ian

Thought some people might find these interesting... http://www.backstageauctions.com/catalog/1102-anthrax-1989-satans-lounge-band-rare-concert-t-shirt/ai/0/14389/ http://www.backstageauctions.com/catalog/1649-sod-1985-scott-ian-owned-worn-speak-english-or-die-t-shirt/ai/0/14496/ http://www ...
by ShirtSounds
Tue Apr 17, 2012 6:42 pm
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: All right, I need some advice on how to maximize my profits.
Replies: 43
Views: 3015848

Re: All right, I need some advice on how to maximize my profits.

Just wanted to follow-up a bit. Everything everyone has said here has been 100% helpful. I've sold a ton of random shirts on Etsy for $10.00-$15.00 that would have, maybe, netted two or three dollars on E Bay. Selling worldwide has made a huge difference, too. Today someone from South America bought ...
by ShirtSounds
Tue Apr 03, 2012 12:29 pm
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: Some new eBay features upcoming... pictures and feedback!
Replies: 0
Views: 2771

Some new eBay features upcoming... pictures and feedback!

Just got an e-mail detailing a few, seemingly positive, changes: "Free pictures coming in July Starting July 2, on top of listing up to 50 items Auction-style FREE each month, you'll get FREE pictures for all your listings--up to 12 pictures per listing, both Auction-style and Fixed Price! New ...
by ShirtSounds
Wed Mar 28, 2012 7:33 pm
Forum: Random
Topic: Best method for removing pilling?
Replies: 5
Views: 12199

Re: Best method for removing pilling?

Good to know. When I'm in the market for a new appliance, I usually start off small to gauge whether or not I will use it or how useful it will actually be. I wouldn't mind dropping $30.00 if it's an time I'd use a lot. My concern is if they, in general, would work well on t-shirts since they seems ...
by ShirtSounds
Wed Mar 28, 2012 3:45 pm
Forum: Random
Topic: Best method for removing pilling?
Replies: 5
Views: 12199

Re: Best method for removing pilling?

I picked up a $3.99 Remington shaver from Amazon. We shall see how it works. I figure four bucks is nothing to cry over if it doesn't work well.

The stone method does look interesting, too, while the razor method looks tedious.
by ShirtSounds
Wed Mar 28, 2012 8:52 am
Forum: Random
Topic: Best method for removing pilling?
Replies: 5
Views: 12199

Best method for removing pilling?

Every once in awhile I come across a really fuzzed up shirt. What's the best way to remove the pilling? There's a special comb, a stone, the razor method, and a fabric shaver. The fabric shaver actually looks kinda cool. Is it even worth doing to a t-shirt, as opposed to a sweater?
by ShirtSounds
Sat Feb 18, 2012 2:54 pm
Forum: Brands & Tags
Topic: Allison Mickey Mouse and Disney Questions
Replies: 3
Views: 8371

Re: Allison Mickey Mouse and Disney Questions

Interesting... I've seen that blue tag before, but didn't think it was that old. Obviously, there is a lot of Disney stuff out there, but most of it, like I said, is rather ugly. The nice simple designs are the best. It seems both Disney and Warner Brothers were, at one time, connected to Velva ...
by ShirtSounds
Sat Feb 18, 2012 12:41 am
Forum: Brands & Tags
Topic: Allison Mickey Mouse and Disney Questions
Replies: 3
Views: 8371

Allison Mickey Mouse and Disney Questions

Just wondering if this is closer to 70s or 80s... http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/9841/mickmouse3.jpg http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/1770/mickmouse1.jpg Tag is faded but says Allison and it's a 50/50. I see one other Allison Mickey shirt on this site and it says it's from the 70s, but I think ...
by ShirtSounds
Wed Jan 25, 2012 7:14 pm
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: All right, I need some advice on how to maximize my profits.
Replies: 43
Views: 3015848

Re: All right, I need some advice on how to maximize my profits.

My shirts have arrived safely to Malaysia. I can't even have a rayon shirt up for more than a hour before someone buys it.
by ShirtSounds
Mon Jan 09, 2012 4:58 pm
Forum: Advice for Sellers
Topic: All right, I need some advice on how to maximize my profits.
Replies: 43
Views: 3015848

Re: All right, I need some advice on how to maximize my profits.

Here is my Twitter handle if anyone ants to add.

https://twitter.com/#!/shirtsounds

So, now that I am comfortable selling in the storefront setting, what are some good ways to promote yourself online? I have my Twitter linked to my Facebook already.
by ShirtSounds
Wed Dec 14, 2011 12:52 am
Forum: Brands & Tags
Topic: Speaking of Roach, help me date this tag-less shirt...
Replies: 4
Views: 6016

Re: Speaking of Roach, help me date this tag-less shirt...

I'm almost tempted to have a friend alter it, so I can wear it... I like it. Especially if you guys say they do not sell too well, why not keep it? We'll see.
by ShirtSounds
Sun Dec 11, 2011 1:42 am
Forum: Brands & Tags
Topic: Speaking of Roach, help me date this tag-less shirt...
Replies: 4
Views: 6016

Speaking of Roach, help me date this tag-less shirt...

I picked up another cool Roach shirt tonight, but it is missing the tag. The graphic is an iron-on type of material and says Roach '76 on it, but that obviously doesn't mean it's from 1976. The stitching where the tag was does not look modern. Shirt is soft, but not a 50/50... maybe just a soft ...