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2012 T-Shirt Contest

September 18, 2012 by Ally Carter 53 Comments

Hi everyone!

Well, it’s that time again… T-Shirt Contest Time!!!

This has been a long-running tradition here at allycarter.com.  I can’t remember exactly how many years we’ve done it now.  Three?  Four?  It doesn’t matter because each and every one has been super fantastic fun times, and I have no doubt that this year will be no different!

So, for the newcomers among you, here are the basics:

Every fall we have a contest where readers (just like you!) design logos which are used for t-shirts, mousepads, stickers–all kinds of stuff.

The winners are added to the Ally Carter shop at cafepress.com, so that other readers all over the world can order the items to show their Gallagher Girl or Heist Society spirit.

So if this sounds like fun to you, please follow these easy steps.

 

Step 1:  Go look at past winning designs right here.  Yes here.

Inevitably, around contest time we’ll get questions like what is a logo?  What exactly do I make?  Do I make a t-shirt or what?

Well, the best way to see what a good entry looks like is to…ya know…look at winning entries.

Like this one for Gallagher Girls:

 

 

And this one for Heist Society:

Aren’t they good?  If you feel up to the challenge of making something like that then read on.

 

Step 2:  Think about what you want your design to be.

And note it does need to be a DESIGN.

Every year, we get tons of entries that are lines from the books printed out in a pretty font.  There’s nothing wrong with that, but they aren’t necessarily as clever or interesting as the ones that win.

So, when in doubt, be clever and interesting!

 

Step 3:  Note that this year we will have TWO categories!

Because every year we have some entries that are well-executed but the idea isn’t as strong, this year we will have TWO CATEGORIES.

The first category is the OPEN category. 

This can be anything as long as it pertains to Gallagher and/or Heist.  Basically, this is exactly what the contest has been in years past.

The second category is the I’M A GALLAGHER GIRL category. 

What does that mean?  Simple.  I’ve created the slogan (or words) for you.  You just have to come up with a cool design that uses those words.  That’s it.  Period.  Simple.  No other words–just those four.  I’M A GALLAGHER GIRL.

 

Step 4:  Read and follow the rules.

Because of the number of entries we’re expecting and what’s at stake, entries that do not comply with the contest rules will not be considered.

If you have questions regarding the contest rules, please consult a parent, guardian, or teacher.

 

 

THE RULES

Please send your entry, your name, and your email address to AllyCarterContest (at sign) gmail.com on or before Sunday, October 7, 2012.

Entrants may be ANY age! (this is a new change this year–we’re trying it out!)

Entrants must be from United States or Canada.

All designs must be original artwork (no clipart, photographs to which you do not own the copyright, etc.).

Designs may use lines or themes from the book, but should not directly copy any cover art elements.

Collaborative efforts are allowed, but prizes must be shared among the members of the winning team.

A parent or guardian may assist, but you must do the majority of the work yourself.

Designs will be judged based on concept, execution, and the ability for the designs to duplicate well.

Designs must be sent as either pdf or jpeg files. Entries may be created in any software program or with pen/paper, but files MUST be scanned or saved in either pdf or jpeg format before they are sent to us because we don’t make the files–we just deliver them to the t-shirt people. (In other words, your design must be ready AS-IS.)

You will be submitting designs only–no need to make actual t-shirts. Those will come later.

You may submit a maximum of TWO entries total.  You can do one open entry and one “I’m a Gallagher Girl”.  Or you can do two of one, but you may only submit a maximum of two entries total.

Designs can be one-sided or front and back, but please note that preference will be given to designs that are one-sided since they will be less expensive to produce and purchase.

An important note:

The winning design may be used in a number of ways to help promote the Gallagher Girls series and/or Heist Society. By entering this contest you give up the copyright to your artwork (meaning you can’t sue us if we use it because…well…using it is kind of the purpose.)

 

 

If you’ve read and understood these rules and feel up to a challenge, then start designing!

We will choose two winners (one in each category).  And each winner will receive a $200 gift card to the bookstore of his or her choice and a t-shirt featuring the winning design!

The winning designs will be featured on t-shirts (and possibly other merchandise) that will be sold on cafepress.com.  Please note that all items in the Ally Carter store are sold “at cost”.  This isn’t a money-making thing, in other words.  It’s just something fun for fans, and I hope it is just that–lots of fun for everyone.

 

Take care, and happy designing!

Ally

 

 

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Comments

  1. HeistSocietyWannabe says

    September 18, 2012 at 4:58 am

    IT’d be great if you could open it up to non American and Canadian residents.

    Reply
    • bav200 says

      September 20, 2012 at 8:49 pm

      i agree

      Reply
      • liz says

        September 22, 2012 at 2:13 pm

        I agree, I would love to enter the competition!!! 🙁

        Reply
    • The Chameleon says

      September 25, 2012 at 5:01 am

      I reckon! It’s a total bummer :o(
      Go Aussies

      Reply
  2. Charlotte says

    September 18, 2012 at 8:35 am

    aw… i got excited until i saw that it was for united states and canada readers only…

    hopefully we’ll see some contests for british readers soon too?

    Reply
    • sophie G says

      September 18, 2012 at 5:43 pm

      same here, I got really exited and then BAM! only fo united states and canda reader 🙁 only I’m Mexican, not British

      Reply
    • sophie G says

      September 18, 2012 at 5:44 pm

      same here, I got really exited and then BAM! only fo united states and canda reader 🙁 only I’m Mexican, not British.

      Reply
      • Madeline says

        September 18, 2012 at 7:40 pm

        Well, i’am Australian,
        but good luck to those in US and Can

        Reply
        • Katrina says

          September 18, 2012 at 8:45 pm

          well, i think i win for living farthest away. and therefore probably the most ineligible to enter. i live in new zealand. lol 😛

          Reply
          • Connie says

            September 19, 2012 at 3:22 am

            Yeah same I from New Zealand too haha, go New Zealand! 😛

          • Madeline says

            September 20, 2012 at 9:49 pm

            Kiwis

  3. ally cat says

    September 18, 2012 at 8:39 am

    On it!

    Reply
  4. LaLa Daisy says

    September 18, 2012 at 9:50 am

    Never done this before, but it looks cool! So I’m going to try it!

    Reply
  5. JackyFaber! says

    September 18, 2012 at 9:52 am

    YAY FIRST COMMENT! lets get designing

    Reply
  6. The Awesome says

    September 18, 2012 at 10:46 am

    So do we make the design on the computer or how do you want us to do this? do you want us to email you our design??

    Reply
  7. Marci says

    September 18, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    If you read the post, you will find what you need to know.

    Reply
  8. Alexandra says

    September 18, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    YES!!! going to work NOW thanks ally!

    Reply
  9. Bri says

    September 18, 2012 at 5:37 pm

    Yayyyy!!!

    I can’t wait to get started!!! Good luck to everyone!!! Thank you, Ally!!!

    Reply
  10. MyShirtlessZach says

    September 18, 2012 at 5:40 pm

    Hi Ally
    I come from Australia. Do u think I can send you a design but not go
    into the draw to win. I am ok with it but I really want to put in a design.
    PLEASE. 🙂
    Love MyShirtlessZach

    Reply
  11. Serena says

    September 18, 2012 at 5:43 pm

    I already drew my designs!

    Reply
  12. Cammie Morgan says

    September 18, 2012 at 5:45 pm

    Yay! I’ve never heard if this b4 but it looks fun so why not give it a try?

    Reply
    • I LOVE THE GG BOOKS!!!! says

      September 19, 2012 at 4:29 am

      Yea same!!!!

      Reply
    • Cammie Morgan says

      September 23, 2012 at 8:27 pm

      I like that it’s for Americans and Canadians only cuz like ally is from USA so it’s only fair that her homies compete!!

      Reply
  13. Evie says

    September 18, 2012 at 7:12 pm

    Well, I am super stoked for the contest. Good(e) luck to everyone who enters!!!!! <3

    Reply
  14. Gabs says

    September 18, 2012 at 7:13 pm

    Is it States of the United States only or can territories like Puerto Rico be in this too?

    Reply
  15. GG4Life says

    September 18, 2012 at 9:02 pm

    Thanks Ally! I’m super excited and can’t wait to start drawing. BTW: I love the logo for heist society! But I love zach AND hale so…yeah.
    P.S. Good luck to all the contestants!

    Reply
  16. Leah says

    September 18, 2012 at 9:31 pm

    I’m a little confused. What programs do you use to make these things?

    Reply
  17. Olivia says

    September 18, 2012 at 10:37 pm

    Oh great its the time of year where i drop everything I”m doing so that i can come up with the best design ever… watch out paper and pencils- I’m coming for you!

    Reply
  18. Cynthia says

    September 19, 2012 at 4:13 am

    Cool!

    Reply
  19. Fay says

    September 20, 2012 at 4:49 pm

    On the ” I’m A Gallagher Girl” contest can you add words or is that all you can write on it.

    Reply
    • Fay says

      September 20, 2012 at 5:42 pm

      sorry idiotic question.

      Reply
  20. Elsie says

    September 20, 2012 at 6:44 pm

    Well, I personally don’t like the HS example, as Zach is obviously superior. A few of my friends and I came up with our own:

    Hale had but one flaw: he isn’t Zach.

    Let’s put that on a T-shirt!

    Reply
    • Sasha says

      September 21, 2012 at 7:27 pm

      LOVE it! 🙂
      Cuz I’m a zach fan all da way , as we all shld kno! ( he is mine )

      Reply
      • Cammie Morgan says

        September 23, 2012 at 8:28 pm

        U r a geniuse!!! Go Zach!

        Reply
  21. Lexa says

    September 20, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    i am so excited i think i will acturlly try this!!!

    Reply
  22. Kait @ 2 B Read says

    September 20, 2012 at 11:20 pm

    Yay! I am excited! I love this annual contest. Always look forward to it. (been doing it since your first one!)

    -GG4eva

    Ps. Can we do multiple entries again this year? Ex. One for the GG category and one for the open?

    Reply
  23. Lauryn says

    September 21, 2012 at 4:59 pm

    Aww,I wish I could enter,but I don’t live in the US or Canada,so I will have to just sit this one out. xP

    Any plans for an international contest?

    😀

    Reply
  24. Becc says

    September 21, 2012 at 5:30 pm

    Man, the 7th is really soon. I better get on this!

    Reply
  25. Sasha says

    September 21, 2012 at 6:18 pm

    Oooh!!! I have so many ideas right now! But I don’t think they r Gallagher girl worthy, heist society worthy , but I gotta make it zach worthy 🙂 now all I need is for my brain to start working again…

    Reply
  26. Isabel says

    September 21, 2012 at 8:31 pm

    I think it would be a fun thing to design. I can’t promise it will be pretty, but I’ll do my best.

    Reply
  27. Divya says

    September 23, 2012 at 2:43 pm

    I love t-shirt time. This is my second year competting.

    I sent two emails, the first one was a mistake. So sorry, please don’t ‘eliminate’ me. Just ignore the first one. I would really appreciate it.

    Reply
  28. Amanda Hewer says

    September 25, 2012 at 5:11 pm

    Hi! I submitted my two submissions in two separate emails, and I got an email verifying that the second one was received, but nothing about the second one? Did both get received? Thanks.

    Reply
    • Amanda Hewer says

      September 25, 2012 at 5:12 pm

      I mean I didn’t get a verification of the first one! sorry.

      Reply
  29. Lenichi says

    September 25, 2012 at 7:30 pm

    This seems like fun~ I’ll work on a design right now…. I really hope I’ll get it; I love designing and I love Ally Carter’s YA books!

    Reply
  30. Sandy says

    September 25, 2012 at 10:02 pm

    I know that is call T-shirt contest, but can we make a phone cover? What about pants? Like uniforms, posters, lamps, notebooks, ets. I want for the gallagher girls to have many assesories then just t-shirts ( i need to get myself one).

    Reply
  31. JackyFaber! says

    September 27, 2012 at 10:24 am

    Hey Ally, is it possible to use an entry from last contest if one were to make a few changes to it? thanks!

    Reply
    • Gabrielle says

      September 30, 2012 at 8:53 am

      yes of course it would be

      Reply
  32. Elise says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:45 pm

    How’s it going with deciding on the winner?

    Reply
  33. Becca says

    October 12, 2012 at 11:09 pm

    I didn’t get my entry done in time:(

    Reply
    • Lenichi says

      October 13, 2012 at 2:02 am

      Aw, poor Becca. Thankfully I was able to finish both of mine in time~ Is there any chance you are choosing the winners soon? Because I’m very excited to see the designs (I’ll be even more excited if I find out it’s one of mine)! Thanks!

      Reply
    • Elise says

      October 13, 2012 at 7:01 pm

      I’m sorry you didn’t get it done in time! :'(

      Reply
  34. IWannaBeBexAKACertifiedEnglishSpy says

    October 14, 2012 at 8:40 am

    If they make a Gallagher Girls movie I would LOVE to play Bex. I love to act and I think Bex is AMAZING!!!

    Reply
  35. Marie :) says

    October 15, 2012 at 11:03 pm

    aww man! I always miss it! and I already had my design made and everything!

    Reply

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