Questionnaire Results

The most common answers were...

Design should be in harmony with the surroundings and not be decided by momentum.

The results of the survey indicated that design, fabrics and materials, and cost were the most popular opinions, in that order.

• Think of several ideas for the design and try not to rush into making it. If you rush, you will find unfinished parts and regret it. (30s / male / office worker)
• I think it is a good idea to consider the design not only on the front side but also on the back side. This way, a more innovative design can be created. (30s / male / company employee)
• Even though it is a self-satisfying shirt, it should be designed casually so that it does not become a painful shirt to the casual observer. (30s / Female / Unemployed）
• I will put English words with an intention. I once wore a T-shirt with words I didn't understand, and it was embarrassing, so I want to be careful about that (30s / Female / Company Employee)
• You should pay attention to the fabric no matter what. Especially for girls, if you choose thin ones because they are inexpensive, some materials will be transparent or show the shape of your underwear clearly even if the color is dark. (20s / Female / Part-time job)
• The material of T-shirts should be as good quality as possible, and care should be taken to match the color and design of the T-shirt. (50s / Female / freelance/ freelance)
• It is surprisingly expensive, so you may need to be careful about pricing (20s / Male / Student)

It seems that the design is what most people are concerned about. There were opinions that the overall coordination, not just the entire surface, and whether or not it matched the purpose of the event, as well as the text to be included, made it a failure. It is necessary to be objective in making decisions, rather than making decisions on the spur of the moment. Also, it would be better to consider a variety of materials, since some materials may not be comfortable or compatible with the design, and some people may find it difficult to wear. And since the price is not low-price, it would be better to decide on a maximum order price before starting production.

Make it with the opinions of many people around you and professionals.

Looking at the answers to each of the questions, it seems that mistakes can be prevented by first doing some preliminary research on price and design. Also, as for the material, there are some aspects that cannot be understood without checking the actual product, so if you go to the company that will be commissioned to produce the T-shirt once and check it with your own eyes, it may be possible to produce a T-shirt that is comfortable to wear. Instead of making a decision based on only a few people, it is likely to produce something that everyone will be satisfied with if many people give us their cautions so that we can look at it from perspectives we do not have. And if you talk to the company requesting the T-shirts about your objectives and budget and ask for their advice, you can ask them for their professional know-how and say that you will be able to produce a high quality product.

Other Responses

How to make an custom T-shirts, and what you should pay attention to are

【List of Responses】

• You can either outsource the making of the T-shirts to a vendor or print the T-shirts yourself, which is a relatively inexpensive way to make T-shirts. The point to keep in mind is that it is very important to compare multiple companies before hiring a vendor and to think carefully about the final result (20s / female / student).
• When deciding on colors and designs, I think it would be better to make them with everyone's opinions, not just a few people's. (60's / female / housewife)
• The actual finish may be very different from the image. (40s / female / company employee)
• Designs that can be worn by everyone and that are not too expensive (20's/female/housewife)
• Difference between the number of sheets and the actual printed feel. Sometimes the image is different when you put it on. (30's / male / unemployed)
• If too many things are included, it will be difficult to understand the design, so a simple design is better.
• The key point to keep in mind when making Custom T-shirts is not to design something that is offensive. (30's / male / office worker)
• I think the key points are where to put the pattern, the size, and a design that stands out. (40s / male / self-employed (sole proprietor))
• You should pay attention to the fabric no matter what. Especially for girls, if you choose a thin material because it is inexpensive, even if the color is dark, the material may become transparent or the shape of the underwear will be clear. (20's / Female / Part-time job)
• Small letters may not stand out, so I often discuss with the vendor what it will look like. (20's / Female / Company employee)
• I think it is not to put too much thought into it. I like to keep it plain and simple. (40s / male / office worker)
• We should be careful to ask the vendor and make sure that the material is good as well as the design. (20's / Female / Student)
• First of all, size and ease of viewing are very important, because they can make a mess when worn on a T-shirt. (30's / male / part-timer)
• Even though it is a self-satisfying shirt, it should be designed casually so that it does not look like a painful shirt to the casual observer. (30s / female / unemployed)
• After all, it is a type of printed matter, so care should be taken that the resolution is sufficient. I also make sure that there are no gaps in the picture. (50s / male / part-timer)
• I am good at calligraphy, so my Custom T-shirts are designed with a calligraphy theme. The colors are simple, and I am careful to select the colors that best match the meaning and font of the calligraphy to be printed on the T-shirts. (60s / Male / Contract worker)
• If I choose something too low-price, I may only be able to wear it once...(40s / female / office worker)
• If the design is complex, fabric selection is also important, so it is important to have fabric samples sent to you. (40s / male / self-employed (sole proprietor))
• I think it will look stylish with just simple letters and a small mark, so I think it will fail if it is too flashy (30's / female / housewife)
• I think it is important to leave it to someone else and not complain. As for the budget, stay within the range. (40's / Female / Other professional)
• Be careful not to include too radical words or expressions. If the T-shirt is too radical, I will get tangled up. (30's / male / office worker)
• I think it is important to make T-shirts that can be unique without being different from others. (20s / Female / Contract worker)
• Design for TPO. Design it considering who will be there when you wear it. (40's / Male / Liberal trade / Freelance)
• Figure out the scope of how far you can go in creating the design. When it is in English, think about the meaning before filling in the form. (20's / female / housewife)
• Be careful that the color scheme is not tacky. When asking a contractor to do the work, make sure to communicate clearly. (30's / female / other professional)
• The iron-on print looks good and the color of the T-shirt matches the pattern of the print (40s / male / part-time job)
• Try to avoid overlapping the front and back sides as much as possible. If they are the same, it's not interesting. (30's / male / company employee)
• It often happens that the color sample is completely different from the actual color, so if you are not careful, you will be disappointed with the finished product. (40's / female / housewife)
• Which do you value more, quality or price? If you are too concerned about cheapness, you will often end up with low quality products and regret it. (30's / male / self-employed (sole proprietor))
• Size of the design, color combination with the T-shirt. How many colors to use, durability for washing. (40s / female / office worker)
• I think about the color of the T-shirt, the type of ink, and the price, and make a design that everyone who wears it will be satisfied with. (10s / female / student)
• If the design is too unique, I feel uncomfortable as a fashion item. (40s / female / part-timer)
• If I make a novel design to be popular at the time of making it, I will be embarrassed later and won't be able to cut it (40s / male / part-timer)
• The material of T-shirts should be as good quality as possible, and care should be taken to match the color and design of the T-shirt. (50s / female / freelance/free business)
• You should be careful that the design does not clash with other T-shirts. When using a photo of a person on a shirt, privacy, etc. should be checked. (20's / Male / Contract worker)
• I have never been particularly careful. I don't have a particular reason, but somehow I thought it would be the best (20s / male / student)
• When making an custom T-shirts, the cost and the time frame for the finished product are important. (30's / male / office worker)
• To decide on a draft after many rewrites to see if the design is really to your liking.　I think it is not good if it is too flashy or too plain. (40s / male / other professional)
• I think the key is to design it so that it is easy to match with other clothes. (10s / female / unemployed)
• Some people are fat, so you should be aware that the design should not come to the stretching area. (40s / male / office worker)
• I think the worst thing to do is to decorate with strange foreign words in the atmosphere without knowing the meaning. (60s / male / unemployed)
• Avoid eccentric or flashy designs and keep it simple and clean. (20's / Female / Other professional)
• Detailed colors are difficult to see in images, so we would like to confirm them with actual samples. (30s / male / contract dispatched worker)
• I think you just have to be careful about the selection of the vendor and the price, and you can make it quite cheaply.
• Pay attention to the overall color balance. Too many colors are unsightly. (50s / female / housewife)
• I would be happy to design a product that would be easy to use for everyday use. Also, I like that the color doesn't fade after washing. (10s / male / unemployed)
• It is surprisingly expensive, so you may need to be careful about pricing (20s / male / student)
• It is better to keep it simple and look good on a budget without using too many different shades. (30's / female / part-timer)
• If printing, the pattern should be difficult to peel off when washed. I think it is important to pay attention to the balance of colors. (30's / female / part-timer)
• To be shown a sample of the fabric. Size. Ask for the opinion of the person in charge. After all, they are professionals and have more knowledge and experience than amateurs.
• If the design is too detailed, it may be crushed when actually embroidered (30's / Female / Company employee)
• I think it is to not clutter it up with a lot of sloppy text. (20's / Female / Student)
• I want to wear my Custom T-shirts all the time, so I want to make them with durable fabric. (30's / Male / Contract worker)
• If you have special paper and a printer, you can iron it yourself, but you should be careful about wrinkles when printing. (30's / Female / Liberal trade / Freelance)
• Ensure that the design will not be covered. I will make sure that the design is not embarrassing even if I wear it alone. (20's / male / part-timer)
• To share sketches (blueprints) in advance to see if everyone will like them. (40's / male / part-timer)
• Since each of them has a different opinion, it is difficult to bring them together and make one design, and I think it is important to coordinate them. (20's / female / student)
• It is more memorable and better to make something on the spur of the moment or on a whim, without thinking about what will happen later (30s / male / self-employed (sole proprietor)).
• Colors and designs should be decided after careful discussion. We should not make decisions based on the opinions of a few people, but rather, we should make a proposal and take a majority vote, so that everyone can participate in the process. (60's / female / housewife)
• I will consider whether to make it by myself or ask a print shop after considering the price of the material and the cost of printing. (30's / male / unemployed)
• I think the best thing is still to create something that does not violate copyright. That's how I used to design my high school. (20's / female / unemployed)
• If you are going to wear it to an event, it is best to use a slightly flashy design. It gives a sense of unity when everyone wears it together. (40s / male / office worker)
• When you ask a contractor to do something, explain it to him or her carefully and carefully. Otherwise, the design will be different from what you expected. (20's / male / student)
• The first step in the process is to think about the design and where the design will be placed on the T-shirt. I think the point to pay attention to is the price of the T-shirt. (20's / Male / Student)
• I often imitate designs that I think are good, so I try not to be too similar so that people will recognize me as an imitator and I will not be able to express my originality. (40s / female / housewife)
• Depending on the design and materials, it may not be possible to make it at the standard price, so it is necessary to ask the vendor what they can do. (20's / female / housewife)
• How much of it will be original? And what part of the work will be done by a contractor? (30's / female / company employee)
• It is about whether the design can be repeated over and over again. (30's / female / unemployed)
• I think it is a good idea to consider the design not only on the front side but also on the back side. This way, a more innovative design can be created. (30's / male / company employee)
• If I ask a printing company to print a small number of copies, the unit price will be high, and the printing surface and the number of colors that can be used are limited, so it is more convenient to use paints or stamps that can be applied to fabric or to iron-on printing. (20s / female / student)
• It can be said that meeting deadlines is a key point to keep in mind because if you don't meet the design deadline, you won't get it when you want it. (20s / male / student)
• To make an custom T-shirts, you can either buy a kit yourself or ask a vendor to make your own design. The key point to keep in mind is the shade of the base of the T-shirt. The image of the design will change depending on the hue. (20's / female / student)
• When I'm wearing a complicated photo, it's hard to tell what the original is because it's out of shape. (30's / male / office worker)
• You should be aware that if you include a statement that is trendy or booming at the time, it will be something that you will not be able to wear next year. (40's / Female / Part-time job)
• I put English words with an intention. I once wore a T-shirt with words I didn't understand, and I was embarrassed, so I want to be careful about that (30's / Female / Company employee)
• The key to making Custom T-shirts and being careful is to choose the right vendor. They may not accept orders depending on the number of sheets. (30's / male / company employee)
• When I make Custom T-shirts, I know if the place where I make them is safe. (20's / male / student)
• I think the most important thing is that I am not embarrassed to wear it. Embarrassing is something I can't wear (30's / female / part-timer)
• Ensure that the colors are harmonious. Ensure good overall balance. Combine basic lines. (20's / male / freelance)
• Will the price be expensive depending on the number of sheets to be made? Will the finished product be different from my image? (40s / Female / Contract worker)
• I make what I want to make without worrying about anything. Even if I can't do laundry, it's OK.
• Make sure it is original. Make sure it is original, that it is your own idea, and if you have friends who will wear the T-shirt, get their agreement. If there are objections, ask for ideas and reconsider. (30s / female / unemployed)
• It is safest to use one small pattern, but if it is a large one, it should look three-dimensional (40s / female / unemployed)
• It is good to make it by yourself, but if you have friends who have good taste or are good at design, I think it is better to ask their opinions as well. (30's / female / company employee)
• When adding text or patterns, I pay attention to the overall balance and color blending. (20's/Female/Part-time job)
• As for the points to pay attention to in making an custom T-shirts, I pay attention to the size of that shirt as well as the design. (40s / male / unemployed)
• Think carefully about the design. This will make a big difference in the finished product (30's / female / housewife)
• The key to making and taking care of Custom T-shirts is to have fun. (50s / male / company employee)
• I show the photos I want to print to everyone and check if they are OK, and if they are OK, I order them (40s / female / unemployed)
• The key is not to make the design too large. Large patterns will be unbalanced for small people. (50s / male / public employee)
• If I put a large pattern, it looks like a souvenir shop T-shirt, so I try to use a fine pattern. (20s / female / office worker)
• To avoid too much clutter, decide on the main thing first. (30's / female / part-timer)
• Carefully made. ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ (30's / male / office worker)
• Think of several ideas for the design and try not to rush into making it. If I rush, unfinished parts will come out and I will regret it. (30's / male / company employee)
• It would be better to check on the Internet because it would be ruined if other similar designs were available. (20's / Female / Company employee)
• Is the design really good enough? etc. Do not neglect the final check. (20s / female / public employee)
• I would pay attention to the tint of the tee shirt and the pattern, and the placement of the pictures. (30's/Female/Part-time job)
• Something that will remain as a memento. However, I want to wear it in moderation because it will be a waste and I won't be able to wear it. (50s / female / freelance/ freelance)
• I would be careful about the fact that pictures are not always clear and the design is different from the real thing. (20's / Female / Housewife)
• Whether or not the company that makes Custom T-shirts is able to work with me and hold meetings with me until I am satisfied with the results. (30's / Female / Company employee)