Creativity 350 - T-Shirt Contest FAQ

How does participating in this contest help stop global warming?

To sum it up; it's all about finding creative and interesting ways to spread the word!

By spreading the word about the number 350, you're helping to build a growing global movement to stop global warming. 350 represents what scientists are now calling the safe upper limit for carbon dioxide, the main contributor to global warming, in our atmosphere. 350 thus represents a common goal for people all over the world who seek to save our planet from dangerous climate change, and to work towards a brighter future. By spreading the word through t-shirts and amazing craft projects, you can help educate your community, and communities around the globe about why solving global warming and aiming for 350 is important. For more frequently asked questions about the 350 campaign, check out:
http://www.350.org/understanding-350

What kind of t-shirt design should I come up with?

Anything you want that somehow imparts the importance of the number 350 in a way that's creative or crafty or artistic or clever... or all of the above! For more information on the number 350, click here.

Are there guidelines for the type of design I create and the numbers of colors the design uses, etc?

The designs that afford the most flexibility for t-shirt printing use 4 colors or less and have imagery that is not too overly complex.

Do I need to be a member of Craftster to enter my project contest?

Yes. You do need to register at Craftster just so we have a "username" and email address associated with your entry. It's totally free to register at Craftster.

Do I need to be located in the U.S. to win the prizes?

Nope. The prizes can be shipped to where you are located.

Can I enter more than one design?

Nope. One entry per person. You can, however, enter both the craft contest and the t-shirt design contest.

Can I create my design on paper and then scan it in? Or do I have to create it on the computer using a graphics program?

You can certainly create your design on paper and then scan it in. If you win, a designer will be able to convert your design into something that can be printed on t-shirts.

If you do create your design on paper, be absolutely sure to keep the original drawing even after you've scanned it just in case we need you to scan it again later with specific settings.

If I create my design on the computer, do I need to use fancy, shmancy graphics software to create my design as a vector image since (if I win!) it might eventually be printed onto t-shirts?

This would be ideal. But if you don't know how to do this, have no fear. If your entry wins, we will have an expert translate your design into the right format for printing purposes.

Also note that you must upload your graphic in GIF or JPEG format for the contest and then if you win, you can provide us with a vector file later if you have a vector version.

Can I use imagery in my t-shirt design that I didn't come up with? Like clip art for example?

Nope. Your design must be 100% original and created by you. When you enter your design in the contest, you must agree that there are no copyright violations with the design you enter.

What about any fonts for wording I might be using in my t-shirt design? I know that not all fonts legally can be used on merchandise?

We want you use a font that is legally ok. Just in case there is a problem, we reserve the right to substitute a font that's ok to use and is as similar as possible.

How do I enter my t-shirt design?

Come back to the contest page between July 15 - August 15 and look for the UPLOAD button.

Who will own the rights to the t-shirt design if I win the contest?

If you win, you will still own the rights but you will be granting licensing rights to 350.org and distributors to market and sell the design incorporated into a t-shirt.

I still have questions, what do I do?

Drop us a message at our contact form here.