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Austin Baseball - A Brief History

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Professional baseball has a rich history in Austin, Texas, from the city's first team, the Austin Senators, to the Austin Black Senators, to the Austin Pioneers, austin texas baseball teams, senators, pioneers and black senators

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Meet the Designer: Skilar J

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Yestercool: Today, I'm joined by Skilar J, a graphic designer with Yestercool and someone with a unique perspective on design. Skilar, thank you for joining us.Skilar J: Thank you for having me. This is cool.Yestercool: So, Skilar, what makes for an impactful design in your opinion?Skilar J: For me, an impactful design is something that speaks to people on an emotional level. It needs to be able to evoke a feeling, whether that's nostalgia, excitement, or inspiration. There’s a lot of stuff on Yestercool that inspires me. So I find it a stimulating pace to work.Yestercool: Interesting. How do you...

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Caring for Your Treasured T-shirts

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If you want your epic tee shirts to last, treat them right. It's not just about washing them. How you store them matters, too.   Those treasured tees, vintage, nostalgic or just plain favorites, they all require special handling to keep their magic. Even though sometimes rips and holes can be part of the charm, when you wear them out in public, you want others to see them at their best.  Here are five vital tips to providing long life to you best tees. Fold Them Vertically: The first step in properly storing your vintage or special tee shirts is to...

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Why We Wear Tee Shirts

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In today's fashion-conscious world, T-shirts are seen as both making a  fashion statement and as simply a casual, laid-back garment. Wearing one can give off a relaxed, easygoing vibe. Graphic tees, or T-shirts with designs or graphics printed on them, are increasingly popular and have been a staple of casual fashion for decades. They can be found in a wide range of styles, from classic, vintage-inspired designs to more modern, trendy graphics.   Graphic tees are popular for a number of reasons. They are relatively inexpensive and easy to find, and they offer a fun, casual way to express one's...

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Meet the Designer: Chuck Baum

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"Design what you love. Love what you design"   Chuck Baum is a cool, award winning graphic designer who translates ideas into innovative, high-energy concepts and across all points of the creative landscape. He has developed motion graphics, brand identity, and websites as well as producing an insane amount of print media, logos and icons for clients worldwide.What's at the root of his passion? "I love a fast-paced environment handling multiple projects simultaneously," Chuck said. "I enjoy working with a collaborative team and the back and forth of creative development."Outside of work, Chuck has other passions. A committed trail biker,...

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