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We've said goodbye to a year where undoubtedly many people got the entrepreneurial itch to try something new, amidst an environment where self-sufficiency was the name of the game. So, maybe that's you—are you looking for a way to sell your t-shirt designs? To help you on your path to success in 2021, we've compiled our favorite tips for selling t-shirts—more specifically, how to sell t-shirts on Etsy. In order to reap the benefits of the Etsy platform, take some time to discover the best practices for selling t-shirts, as well as information that will help you jumpstart a legitimate apparel brand. Why Use...

Over the last 20 years, I have bought a large number of Christian t-shirts. Over that same time, I have sold quite a few as well.  As a self-proclaimed t-shirt connoisseur, I have seen a lot of design styles over the years. When creating your own t-shirt designs that will set the tone for your apparel brand, it's important to use inspired designs, not imitations.  Imitation: How "Parody" Designs Can Hurt Your Brand  What are parody Christian t-shirts? Basically parody Christian tees are famous brand logos, marketing messages, and pop-culture designs that have been converted to Christian messages on t-shirts. A good example is a...

I have over 18 years of experience in marketing and eCommerce. Amazingly, I just created my first Instagram account in 2020. But I have quickly learned that Instagram is a dire necessity for T-shirt brands. It is the most engaging social platform for B2C visual brands (like t-shirts) today.  So are you ready to spread the word about your awesome t-shirt brand on Instagram? Do you have stellar designs to showcase on your pages but don't know where to start? If so, you've come to the right place.  Social media has been a way to move merch, advance a business, promote a brand, or...

The song "Way Maker" is one of the top Contemporary Christian songs sung by Worship teams and musicians in recent memory. It's easy to determine which songs are legendary and forever memorable when they are covered and sung by top artists  over and over. "Way Maker" was originally written by a Nigerian gospel singer named Sinach. It was released in December of 2015.  The song has been covered by a host of Christian artists recently including Mandisa, Michael W. Smith, Passion Worship, Bethel Music, Leeland, and Christafari.  "Way Maker, Miracle Worker, Promise Keeper, Light in the Darkness, my God - That is who...

Over a decade ago, musicians and athletes could be seen wearing shirts from a Christian apparel brand that seemed to have taken inspiration from "Affliction" tees that MMA stars were also wearing during that time. From Mac Powell (Third Day) to Albert Pujols (MLB), Sanctify t-shirts began appearing on Facebook and other social platforms, giving fans a chance to see their favorite stars wearing shirts donned with tattoo-styled Christian messages. Albert Pujols The brand was so popular that it is still known and remembered by fans of the brand today. Although Sanctify Clothing eventually pivoted and the shirts are hard to find today, the team at 316Tees wanted to take time to reflect...