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Very few things in the world of clothing are more frustrating than throwing on a great shirt only to discover that it's too big. Maybe you've recently lost some weight. Or perhaps you grabbed up the wrong size. Whatever the reason, don't assume this otherwise perfect tee is automatically bound for the next garage sale or donation bin. Although we can't call this plan foolproof (more on that in a minute), it's often possible to shrink your shirt down to a much more fitting size. All it takes is a washing machine, time and some hot water.

Does Shrinking a T-Shirt Work?

As mentioned earlier, we can't promise results. If you've lost 100 pounds and hope your favorite, XL band tee can turn into a size small—you're probably out-of-luck. Instead, accept that it's now your favorite, roomy nightshirt. Also, many tees now come pre-shrunk so that they're relatively true to size at the time of purchase. Though accurate sizing is typically a perk, it's not if you're hoping for the shirt to shrink a size

Since vehicles were first vinyl wrapped nearly thirty years ago, this method of making any car, truck or van stand out has taken the road by storm! Vehicle wraps are one of the most visually striking and cost-effective ways to advertise your team or business—or just show off your ride in style. Aside from appearance, this mobile marketing method can potentially reach thousands of people in a single day. Just think about how many people drive past your non-descript car every day. Now, imagine if that same car stood out from traffic and displayed whatever information you wanted to the world? Overall, vinyl wraps are a nearly foolproof way to attract more eyes. Still, there are a few things anyone considering a wrap should know before covering their car.

Why Should I Wrap My Car?

We could probably come up with hundreds of great reasons to wrap your car. But neither of us has all day, so here are a few of our favorites:

It’s Customizable

With traditional car paint, there's a limit to how you

We all know why it's crucial to put on our football helmets before hitting the field. Without them, players run a much higher risk of head serious injuries, concussions—or worse. However, have you ever stopped to think about what's really behind this fundamental piece of athletic wear? If you're like most people, the answer is probably no. Instead, you grab that helmet, throw it on your head, and trust it'll thoroughly protect that precious noggin. But, now that you're thinking about it, aren't you getting a little bit curious? Believe it or not, well over a century of safety, highly-technical innovations lie under that hard, plastic shell with each adjustment made to enhance the wearer's protection. Let's find out what a football helmet is made of, what technology is used to enhance protection and how the helmet has evolved into the safety device it is today.

A Brief History of Football Helmets

Before we get into the nitty-gritty behind what makes up a modern football helmet, it's essential

When your crew’s hitting the field, the last thing any football player wants is for their team to look boring. So, if you’re determined to distinguish yourself from the rest of the competition—what can you do? Wear great, eye-catching helmets and decals. Just by donning a flashy piece of protective gear, everyone from the kicker to the quarterback will stand out against the opposition and make their adoring fans proud. However, sometimes it’s hard to find inspiration when it comes to designing the perfect look. To help jumpstart your creativity, take a look at our ten favorite football helmets and decals from the NFL, College Football and beyond. Minnesota Vikings Who wouldn’t want to hit the field while looking like a Norse God? By using two simple decals, the Minnesota Vikings have created one of the most iconic football helmets in NFL history. In this version, the helmet’s style has been amplified thanks to the use of metal flecks added into the purple paint. We’re pretty sure even Thor

Has your car outlived the love of the stickers you’ve stuck on it? Over time, tastes change, elections end or that quote you thought was hilarious in high school doesn’t quite hold up when you’re driving into your corporate job. Thankfully, you have options beyond selling your beloved car or forever promoting your favorite candidate from 2004. Instead, just finally learn how to remove those pesky stickers. It may sound like a challenge, but it’s actually much easier than most people think. There are several simple, fool-proof ways to remove vehicle stickers from your car without risking damage. Whether you’ve stuck them on the windows or covered every inch of the car’s paint, we’ll walk you through our favorite method—plus a few extra options that might involve a quick trip to the store.

Removing Stickers from Car Windows

If you scour the internet, you’ll find several different techniques people for removing stickers from car windows. Though we won’t debate against most of these methods,

If you’re an athlete with a love of sports like football, hockey, biking, skateboarding—or really anything with a dose of danger—then you probably have a pretty close relationship with your trusty helmet. Just like your tight-knit teammates, your helmet has probably helped you, or even saved your life, on more than one occasion. As most athletes know, helmets are part of your identity. From officially bonding you to your team to creating a customized look to express your unique personality, empty helmet space screams to be covered in something special. However, this desire for extra flair also comes with some words of caution. After all, professional helmets are masterfully designed to protect your head as built and without modifications. Even adding minor changes can potentially cause damage your helmet—and make head injuries far more likely. But don’t think this means that helmets must be left plain, colorless and boring to maintain their safety. There are many ways to design an attractive,

When an athlete takes the field, rink or arena, they want to look their best. That means wearing a helmet that takes style to the next level—and what better way than by showing off an amazing helmet decal? If a normal helmet decal just won’t do, worry not. There are many fantastic options to add an extra flair to your uniform. Elevate your decal by choosing a great decal finish that goes beyond the basics. The most popular upgraded decal options include matte, chrome and metallic flake decals. All three choices look incredible and are designed to withstand serious wear-and-tear all season long. However, all three finishes have significantly different appearances and costs worth understanding. Before choosing which decal is right for you, let’s discover the pros, cons, differences, similarities and more between matte, chrome and metallic finish helmet decals.

Matte Finish Decals

In contrast to the standard, shiny decal options, matte finishes create a flatter, less reflective look. Especially

Today, it’s hard to imagine a complete baseball uniform without the helmet. If a batter walked up to home plate missing that protective wear, spectators would hold their breath. Why would a player risk serious injury as balls whizzed by their head? Actually, for most of baseball’s history, players didn't wear helmets at all—or at least not the helmets we think of today. According to Major League Baseball (MLB), it wasn’t until 1971 that players were required to wear helmets when going up to bat. Even since then, the baseball helmet has evolved into the iconic piece of safety gear it is today. So, how did the baseball helmet develop? Why are they so important to the sport and how can we expect them to change in the future?

Baseball Helmet Basics

A batting helmet is the plastic, protective device worn on the heads of all offensive players while they’re out on the field. Despite the name, helmets must be worn even while on deck and on base. Since 2007, base coaches have also been required