Notes from a Designer

Monday, May 12, 2008

Some cute cartoon t-shirts

I love great cartoons! Who doesn't? I love the cartoons in the New Yorker, even though I don't always understand them. I love the cartoons in what my mother used to call the funny papers. I wear cartoon t-shirts. I'm not talking about comic books or anime, but good old fashioned line-drawn, hand drawn cartoons. Here are some you can buy:

Bud Weetis, finally available on t-shirts and gifts! The first Weetis cartoon available for purchase, this great line drawn cartoon shows Bud Weetis eating an ice cream cone in his own image. $20.29

Everything I know I learned from cartoons T-Shirt $22.99

Monday, April 28, 2008

Run for the Roses the First Saturday in May

Ah, what would May be without the start of horse racing season? The Kentucky Derby, the greatest horse race in America, is coming up on the first Saturday in May. To celebrate the new season, here are some great horse racing t-shirts and gifts you can order on the web!

I'm All About Racehorses $22.99

Friday, April 25, 2008

Cool Mother's Day Gift Ideas

These ideas are all from Buy.com. I've added a link at the bottom so you can head over there and look at all their stuff. Believe me, they have a LOT. You'll probably find something great for Mother's Day if you check it out.

Casablanca (1942)
List Price: $19.96
Buy.com Price: $11.99

1/4ct White Gold Journey Diamond Circle Pendant
List Price: $279.00
Buy.com Price: $89.00

Dr. Scholl's Massaging Gel Foot Bath DR6688N1
FREE BUDGET SHIPPING
Buy.com Price: $36.40

10K White Gold Mother and Child Diamond Pendant
List Price: $199.00
Buy.com Price: $59.00

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Order Mother's Day Gifts Online NOW

Mother's Day is coming! May 11 is the date. If you want to save yourself some gas and time, order Mom something online. Cafepress has some great mugs and beautiful keepsake jewelry boxes (they really are nice, they have a white velvet lining!), and there are tons of other unique and cool gifts -- from t-shirts to jewelry -- for Mothers Day on the web. Of course, flowers are always appreciated! Here are a few ideas:

Mother in Many Languages Journal $9.99

Love Mom Mother's Day Women's T-Shirt $22.99

Personalized Gifts -My Mother, My Friend Personalized Photo Frame

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Ardleigh Elliott I Am So Lucky You Are My Mother Heart-shaped Music Box

Unique Mother's Day Gift Idea! Limited-edition Porcelain Heart-shaped Music Box Is Filled with Your Love for Mom! - Make a heartfelt statement of love and appreciation to your wonderful mother with this charming Heirloom Porcelain musical heart. Delicate swirls of vines, flowers, and butterflies decorate the outside, as well as a gentle thought, "I Am So Lucky." When Mom lifts the lid of this beautiful heart-shaped music box she'll find the rest of this special message, just for her, "You Are My Mother." This exclusive, limited-edition Ardleigh Elliott collectible porcelain music box plays the lovely melody of "Always In My Heart." Just imagine how much joy this unique gift will give your darling mother - order now! 2004 Ardleigh Elliott This exclusive Ardleigh Elliott collectible porcelain heart-shaped music box for Mom features: * Expertly crafted of the finest Heirloom Porcelain * Delicate vines, flowers, and butterflies decorate the exterior of the music box, while the inside is finished in feminine pink * A loving sentiment begins on the lid of the box, "I Am So Lucky," and is completed on the inside with the words, "You Are My Mother" * Musical movement plays the lovely melody of "Always In My Heart" * Edition strictly limited to 95 firing days, so order now * Certificate of Authenticity * Measures 3" high

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Graduation Gifts and T-shirts

Well, spring is here for some, and that means graduation. Whether it be kindergarten, high school, college or even for folks getting their Masters and PhD's, graduating is a big deal. If you're looking for a unique gift for graduates in your life, try a t-shirt they can wear to graduation parties, or beneath their cap and gown. Here are a few ideas: