I've had an idea to create a t-shirt design for a very long time. It has a catchy phrase and symbol that will represent an organization and/or business I plan to start in the future.
I'd like to sell the t-shirts or offer them for donations to raise money for this project and spread the word. Yes, I know this idea has been done over and over, but I really think this will catch on with the public. Won't hurt to try right????
Ok, is there any way to market and sell the t-shirt without others attempting to take credit for the phase and logo/symbol design?
Where could I buy t-shirts in bulk and/or find someone to draw the design I have in mind for the t-shirts. Thanks
2007-02-16 11:56:00 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
Also, the t-shirt logo will be the name of the organization or business I'd like to create, if that makes a difference with legal rights.
2007-02-16 12:03:56 · update #1
You can get your own free store at http://www.cafepress.com/?pid=8120716
, have the shirts supplied, printed and marked with a small copyright insignia. Then they are protected. Then you would have an online store to start promoting them from as well as offer them for sale through other affiliate stores.
2007-02-16 16:33:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best protection for your idea would be to copyright the idea. Doing so through the copyright office can cost a little bit of money. So if you are trying to pinch the pennies, put the idea in an envelope and mail it to yourself. When you get it back, do not open the envelope. Just put it aside in a safe spot. Then if someone does try to steal your idea, you can use this as evidence that you had the idea first. The postmark from the postal service is sufficient documentation as to when the idea was created. The key to this whole thing though is to not open the envelope when you get it back.
2007-02-23 04:55:51 · answer #2 · answered by Michael H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree go with Cafepress. It's easy and free to set up a shop. You might be able to hire one of the other cafepress shop owners to actually create your design if you want to do that.
It's worth your time to check out their website. www.cafepress.com
Good Luck
2007-02-16 17:58:56 · answer #3 · answered by fighting saints 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋