2004 Conference T-Shirts...

Yes, they’re back, for the 3rd year! Our highly collectable sure to be worth a gazillion bucks in a decade or two BOB T’s are once again going to be available at the conference.

We took a poll last year for various options, and the “Hello, My Name Is BOB :bob:” design won. The second place was this:

Our intention is to make the shirts using this design (which as displayed is only a prototype). The design will be a full-sized logo, unlike prior years which were smaller pocket-sized logos. Before doing so, are there any suggestions for other designs? Anybody want to redo the poll for this year?

We’ll also be taking advance orders (no payment required, it’s more of a “size request” than an order) so that we know how many of each size will be pre-orded and make adjustments for conference sales based on that. Hopefully that will allow everyone that wants a particular size to get the size you want. We still won’t, however, be offering size “Small”, only Medium, Large, Extra Large, and XX Large.


Dave Rathbun :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-06)

Here’s a picture showing how the previous t-shirts came out (final production version). We had a great time running around in Phoenix, with everyone wondering why there were so many people named “Bob”. :lol:

2003 BOB T


2002 BOB T



Dave Rathbun :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-06)

I think last year’s contest had so many good suggestions – and this one came in a close second, much to many folks’ dismay. We said then that we’d use it this year.

I vote to skip the poll this year, and just go with this one! :smiley:

And for those of you who don’t know who’s modeling last year’s shirt, I’ll give you one guess! :wink:


Anita Craig :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-17)

The I Heart :bob: is the one I voted for last year. :wink:


Dave Rathbun :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-06)

I vote to NOT vote! Any submitted ideas could be used for next year.

And I would like to submit my order for one large and one extra large (one to wear outside the house and one for jammies).

What’s the cost this year? I won’t be at the conference so what’s the shipping cost?

Thanks, Dave, for all your work! Or should we thank your wife – didn’t she do quite a bit of haggling last year?


KSG :us: (BOB member since 2002-07-17)

That seems to be the consensus. :smiley:

Shipping via USPS Priority is $4, I can investigate cheaper options if you like. Cost for the shirts is not set yet. We’ve been doing $10, and may continue that this year. In future years if we actually go forward with the sponsorship thing the shirts may be priced lower.

Yeah, she got an awesome price on the shirts last year. Didn’t get the same deal this year, but still not bad. And at least this year we’re starting before six weeks before the conference. :lol:


Dave Rathbun :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-06)

I bet our user conference ramblings are negatively impacted by the move outside the mail forum :cry:


Cindy Clayton :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-11)

:confused: Do you mean since this topic is on the separate BOUG page? Maybe BOB could put up a notice.

I think I’ll get an Extra Large this year… :?

Gee, but we didn’t get a quorum – but then, maybe all the folks who count made sure to vote! :rotf:


Anita Craig :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-17)

Uh huh and I see that he did :mrgreen:


Cindy Clayton :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-11)

Just thought I’d chime in. I think “I Heart Bob” is good. (Snicker.)

Oh, and I’d like a medium, please.

Judy


JMulders :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-20)

I large please


Chris Pohl :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-18)

1 medium please :mrgreen:

you know would be another cool BOB thing? a bobblehead BOB :yesnod: :mrgreen: :yesnod:


csievert :denmark: (BOB member since 2002-06-17)

What a cool idea! :bob: I don’t have the time to research it at the moment… if someone can find a link (or two) for a place that might be able to do that, let me know.


Dave Rathbun :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-06)

after a quick google search here is a general bobblehead information based on these 2 sites:

http://www.thebobblehead.com/
http://www.bobblefactory.com/

pricing is essentially
100 @ 10.00
250 - 499 @ 7.50

This was the writeup on one of the sites"

"Send Photos of the front and side view of subject. If your idea is about a subject with no available picture, then simply give us a call on our toll free number and a Bobblehead Art Director will work with you on the concept.

Pricing: We design and produce your custom bobblehead completely in-house, allowing us to provide exceptional pricing. Take a look at our pricing!

Our Warranty: All products are custom made and hand painted. They will conform to the specifications of your approved paint master. Should any damage occur, beyond the reponsibility of the shipping company, your account will be credited for the value of the item or the item will be replaced.

Terms: No money down until your approval of the paint master (step 4), then 50% down and 50% net ten upon delivery. You may stop the creative process at any time up to the actual production.
Your custom Bobblehead is produced and delivered to your door.Approve the Paint Master. Pictures of the paint master allow you to see the piece as it will actually appear.
Approve the Likeness drawing or concept drawing created of the subject.Approve the clay sculpture. Pictures of the clay sculpture allow you to view the bobblehead prior to painting.HOW IT WORKSCopyright © 2003-2004 THE BOBBLEHEAD LLC
14403 Little Blue Road Little Blue Kansas City Missouri 64136"


csievert :denmark: (BOB member since 2002-06-17)

Put me down for 1 XL.

I love the bobblehead idea.


Norm Rosen :us: (BOB member since 2002-07-10)

I assume that’s $10 per bobble, right? And a minimum qty of 100? Hmm, not sure I want to drop $1,000 on bob bobbles unless there is a lot of interest in them… we’ll have to start a new topic.


Dave Rathbun :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-06)

I’ll take two shirts… :mrgreen:


Eileen King :us: (BOB member since 2002-07-10)

… and sell 20 more, right? :slight_smile: What size…


Dave Rathbun :us: (BOB member since 2002-06-06)

Only 20? :sleeping: I can do more than that!!!

I’ll take one xxl and one xl…


Eileen King :us: (BOB member since 2002-07-10)

I love the bobblehead idea too – it’s too bad we can’t just get Amazon to stock/sell them, and give BOB a commission by clicking from Shop@BOB and buying it there!


Bobarella (BOB member since 2004-02-12)