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Title: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Fri, 18 September 2020, 17:41:32
Interest check for t-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts⌨️❤️

[IC] Form with questions here: https://www.mechfashion.com/apparel

(https://i.imgur.com/az0zJBJ.jpg)

Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/MnA5jHn


Hello, clackers! Peter from Mechfashion here. :)

I came up with an idea to create apparel with mechanical keyboards themed designs.
I've always wanted such clothing, but... the products I've seen never live up to my expectations.

Thank you for your time and effort,
Peter😉
mechfashion.com (http://mechfashion.com)


mechmarket: https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/ivges2/ic_tshirts_for_mechanical_keyboards_enthusiasts/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/ivges2/ic_tshirts_for_mechanical_keyboards_enthusiasts/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mech_fashion/ (https://www.instagram.com/mech_fashion/)
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Anthixious on Fri, 18 September 2020, 19:02:33
Alright I mentioned this in the IC form, I'd love it if the TKL and Mechanical Keyboards logos would be bigger...like by a lot. Would love if those designs spanned across the majority of the front part of the shirt.
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Kokaloo on Fri, 18 September 2020, 22:38:01
Wow yeah it's so brilliant to put vectors you didn't make as stitches for a t-shirt some real ingenuity I'm seeing here
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: SlipperyPeteED on Fri, 18 September 2020, 23:31:18
any chance of a garfield themed tshirt
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Sat, 19 September 2020, 18:02:11
Alright I mentioned this in the IC form, I'd love it if the TKL and Mechanical Keyboards logos would be bigger...like by a lot. Would love if those designs spanned across the majority of the front part of the shirt.

Noted down but I'm not sure if it will be possible.  :rolleyes: I think that this idea would have to wait for the next [IC] for T-shirts but with screen-printed designs. In my opinion your design is too big to be embroidered.

Wow yeah it's so brilliant to put vectors you didn't make as stitches for a t-shirt some real ingenuity I'm seeing here

I decided for embroidery because I want to get a minimalistic, subtle look. When it comes to the designs I made every single one of them except NASA.

any chance of a garfield themed tshirt

Sorry but it's not possible  :'(



Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Mon, 21 September 2020, 16:25:44
What color of switches would you like to see on the t-shirts? :)
Please let me know here:
https://cutt.ly/IC_form_colors_of_switches

Update #1 (21st of September):
- new versions of switches will be added to the gallery in the next update, once I collect enough feedback from this form :)
- new designs (HHKB keyboard layout, ALPS/Topre switch) will be added to the gallery in the next update
- other bigger, more complicated designs (on the entire chest, on the back) will be presented to you around (hopefully) November. Same with stuff like hoodies, sweatshirts, caps etc. Thanks for understanding!
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Ja3_420 on Wed, 23 September 2020, 04:52:06
nasa?
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Sun, 27 September 2020, 18:37:41
nasa?

Yes, I thought it might be interesting for some people in the community.  :)


Update #2 (28th September):
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Anthixious on Sun, 27 September 2020, 21:43:07
All the other shirt designs will follow after the Cherry MX shirt?  :D
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Sat, 10 October 2020, 17:23:44
I just added update to the main post. (timeline, final list of designs, etc) :cool:

All the other shirt designs will follow after the Cherry MX shirt?  :D

Right after the GB for tshirts with embroidered designs  ;)

Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Wed, 04 November 2020, 16:33:19
Hello! Peter from Mechfashion here. :cool:

Click here:
[IC] Form with questions (https://www.mechfashion.com/apparel)


Update time! :)

Today I received the first samples with the embroidered switches. (photo) (https://i.imgur.com/SgApn4m.jpg)
The version with the outline looks great, minimalistic, matches everything, I love it.

Unfortunately, versions with colors inside don't look good :(Most likely these designs won't be available but... once the first drop is over I will make cheaper t-shirts with designs printed on the t-shirts.

Second thing - I am done with looking for ready-made blank t-shirts so I decided to make my own t-shirts from scratch, here in Poland from polish fabric. Again, I don't want to offer you apparel that isn't as best as possible.

All the blank t-shirts I bought in the past two months just don't meet my quality requirements. They are made out of bad quality fabric, stitching is bad, sizing isn't equal (for example dark grey XL is as big as black L), they shrink or get loose after a few washes, aren't available in the colors the community would like to have and many other things.

So...
I am still working on apparel. I should have new updates ready for you within two weeks, then I will show you more photos.
Also, if someone would be interested in hoodies, long sleeves, caps, or socks please let me know. :)



Thank you,
Peter
mechfashion.com
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: phinix on Wed, 04 November 2020, 16:41:02
Piotrus, TKL geekhack tshirt the best:)

...acha, and please make 4XL - for the big boys :D
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Thu, 05 November 2020, 13:47:44
Piotrus, TKL geekhack tshirt the best:)

...acha, and please make 4XL - for the big boys :D

Already on my to-do list! :cool:
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: phinix on Thu, 05 November 2020, 13:52:36
Piotrus, TKL geekhack tshirt the best:)

...acha, and please make 4XL - for the big boys :D

Already on my to-do list! :cool:

Fantastycznie :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Wed, 18 November 2020, 14:03:18
Quick update: the first sample should arrive on Tuesday so the t-shirts should be available at the beginning of December! :D
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Sun, 22 November 2020, 15:10:12
I'm still collecting feedback! Thank you so much! :thumb:

mechfashion.com/apparel (http://mechfashion.com/apparel)
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Thu, 03 December 2020, 19:11:46
I received the first samples last week but there is still room for improvement so... we have to wait guys and gals.  :'(
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Anthixious on Thu, 03 December 2020, 20:25:45
I received the first samples last week but there is still room for improvement so... we have to wait guys and gals.  :'(

Not a problem!
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: sevenseacat on Fri, 04 December 2020, 04:00:24
slim fit/women's sizing as well please :D Eager to add to my collection of nerdy t-shirts
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: gilbert on Fri, 04 December 2020, 05:49:21
ahhh yes nasa
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Mon, 14 December 2020, 17:20:04
T-shirts are still in progress.  :cool: I will receive new samples this week.
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Tue, 15 December 2020, 17:57:59
UPDATE 15th of December

Tomorrow I will receive new samples. Hopefully, I will start my first GB at the beginning of January. Keep your fingers crossed. :) Thank you for your patience!
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Afresh on Thu, 31 December 2020, 06:35:36
This is straight up lazy
Title: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Sat, 02 January 2021, 02:35:02
I have so many questions.
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Tue, 12 January 2021, 16:38:28
(https://i.imgur.com/Y6xe6Kx.png)

Final colors! :)

Expect new info and real photos of the embroidered designs soon!
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Pitrek on Mon, 24 May 2021, 13:23:58
Uhh, I am back! Working on t-shirts/hoodies right now.  :cool:

If you would like to be notified please leave me your nickname/email address in the IC - Google form here -> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduQX1sY5iBZ7TGFgiijshivE2-E-A0eHGStuT--V3QTy0i_A/viewform
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Bub on Mon, 24 May 2021, 16:52:27
i love t shirts and collect them. As such, i think the community could benefit from a little more apparel. But to me, unless the t shirt is directly associated with a brand (keycap set, vendor, manu, etc) OR super unique, it feels like it doesn't belong. its like wearing a shirt with a car on it rather than your favorite car.

nonetheless, wish u luck
Title: Re: [IC] T-shirts for mechanical keyboards enthusiasts! (Mechfashion)
Post by: Sck on Wed, 26 May 2021, 03:26:24
IC for shirts? wtf has this community become?