{"id":26630,"date":"2025-10-20T21:36:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T01:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.customink.com\/?p=26630"},"modified":"2026-03-22T21:40:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T01:40:20","slug":"how-to-make-custom-i-%e2%9d%a4%ef%b8%8f-t-shirts-ideas-inspiration-and-design-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/blog\/how-to-make-custom-i-%e2%9d%a4%ef%b8%8f-t-shirts-ideas-inspiration-and-design-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Custom &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f&#8221; T-Shirts: Ideas, Inspiration, and Design Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--<p class=\"last-updated\">Last updated on March 22nd, 2026 at 09:40 pm<\/p>--><p><!--\nBLOG POST METADATA\n==================\nTitle: How to Make Custom \"I \u2764\ufe0f\" T-Shirts: Ideas, Inspiration, and Design Tips\nMeta Description: Discover creative \"I \u2764\ufe0f\" t-shirt ideas for any occasion. Learn how to design your own in the Design Lab, with real customer stories and free templates.\nPrimary Category: Design Tips \/ Custom T-Shirts\nTarget Keywords: I heart t-shirt, I love t-shirt, custom I heart shirt, I heart NY design, I heart shirt ideas\nPrimary CTA: Shop Custom T-Shirts \u2192 https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/4\n--><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/1141\/large\/we_heart_duke_xc.jpg?1274888568\" alt=\"I Heart Duke Cross Country T-Shirt Photo\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f NY&#8221; shirt has been one of the most copied designs in history since <a href=\"https:\/\/www.miltonglaser.com\/\">Milton Glaser<\/a> created it in 1977. The format is brilliant in its simplicity: three elements, infinite possibilities. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ndx\/\">Design Lab<\/a> has everything you need to build your own version for any group, event, or inside joke \u2014 and it takes about five minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In This Article<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#i-heart-shirt-ideas\">I \u2764\ufe0f Shirt Ideas for Any Occasion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#real-i-heart-stories\">Real Groups, Real I \u2764\ufe0f Shirts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-design\">How to Design Your I \u2764\ufe0f Shirt<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#beyond-the-heart\">Beyond the Heart<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href='https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/4' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_standard eckosc_button_position_inline' style='background-color:#1e39d2;' target='_blank'' data-color='#1e39d2'>Shop Custom T-Shirts<\/a>\n\n\n<div class=\"ci-key-takeaways\">\n<h3 class=\"ci-takeaways-title\">Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ci-takeaways-list\">\n<li><strong>The format works for almost any occasion<\/strong> \u2014 destinations, inside jokes, hobbies, people, teams, and events all translate cleanly into the I \u2764\ufe0f structure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Personal beats generic every time<\/strong> \u2014 the most memorable versions reference something specific to your group, whether it&#8217;s a name, a shared habit, or a running joke.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The heart doesn&#8217;t have to be a heart<\/strong> \u2014 swapping it for a pizza slice, football, or custom icon is a simple way to make the format feel fresh and specific to your group.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-heart-shirt-ideas\">I \u2764\ufe0f Shirt Ideas for Any Occasion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The three-part structure \u2014 &#8220;I&#8221; + symbol + what you love \u2014 is endlessly flexible. Here are some of the most popular ways groups use it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Example ideas<\/th><th>Works great for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Destinations<\/td><td>&#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f [Your City],&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f The Jersey Shore&#8221;<\/td><td>Travel groups, local pride events, city-themed reunions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Inside jokes<\/td><td>&#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f [Friend&#8217;s Weird Habit],&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Kate&#8221;<\/td><td>Birthday parties, work teams, friend groups<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hobbies<\/td><td>&#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Tacos,&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Naps,&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Vinyl&#8221;<\/td><td>Club shirts, casual group tees, gift shirts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Family<\/td><td>&#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Being a Grandma,&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f My Chaos&#8221;<\/td><td>Family reunions, milestone birthdays, new baby gifts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teams &amp; orgs<\/td><td>&#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Duke XC,&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f LDC,&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Our Coach&#8221;<\/td><td>Sports teams, clubs, school groups, fundraisers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Events<\/td><td>&#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f The Smith Reunion 2025,&#8221; &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Jenstock&#8221;<\/td><td>Reunions, milestone celebrations, annual gatherings<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"real-i-heart-stories\">Real Groups, Real I \u2764\ufe0f Shirts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Duke cross country team took their cue directly from the source. They made &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Duke XC&#8221; shirts for a fall break retreat and ended up ordering over 100 more to share with family and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/i-heart-duke-cross-country\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/1141\/large\/we_heart_duke_xc.jpg?1274888568\" alt=\"I Heart Duke Cross Country T-Shirt Photo\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>&#8220;We came up with the idea of using the &#8216;heart&#8217; idea from the &#8216;I heart NY&#8217; shirts and changed it for our team. They were a huge hit, and we ended up ordering over 100 more shirts to give to family and friends!&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/i-heart-duke-cross-country\">View full story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The inside joke version works just as well. This team surprised their boss and coworkers with &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Kate&#8221; shirts at their holiday party \u2014 what started as an ongoing office joke became the highlight of the event.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/best-christmas-present-ever\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/19171\/large\/image.jpg?1360183952\" alt=\"Best Christmas Present, Ever. T-Shirt Photo\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>&#8220;For Christmas I ordered my boss and co-workers &#8216;I heart Kate&#8217; t-shirts from an ongoing joke we&#8217;ve had throughout the year. Here is a few of them sporting the shirt. It was a huge hit and brought lots of laughs to the whole party.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/best-christmas-present-ever\">View full story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also works as a celebration move. At Dara&#8217;s engagement party, all five bridesmaids showed up wearing &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Dara&#8221; shirts to surprise the bride-to-be \u2014 and got her a custom shirt that said &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Scott&#8221; so she could join in.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/bridal-party-love\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/2043\/large\/i_heart.jpg?1274921447\" alt=\"Bridal Party Love T-Shirt Photo\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>&#8220;Dara and Scott are getting married!! To celebrate, at their engagement party all 5 bridesmaids (and the mother of the bride) surprised Dara with &#8216;I Heart Dara&#8217; shirts. We couldn&#8217;t leave out the bride, so she got her own shirt, expressing her love for the groom!&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/bridal-party-love\">View full story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Popular Products for I \u2764\ufe0f Shirts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/gildan-softstyle-jersey-t-shirt\/176100\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mms-images.out.customink.com\/mms\/images\/catalog\/b7a94f9267aee0dd4298eae8d0670e5e\/colors\/176101\/views\/alt\/front_large.png\" alt=\"Gildan Softstyle Jersey T-shirt\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/short-sleeve-t-shirts\/gildan-softstyle-jersey-t-shirt\/176100\">Gildan Softstyle Jersey T-shirt \u2014 Everyday Classic<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4.5 oz. ring-spun cotton with a smooth finish that holds bold graphics cleanly; available in 30+ colors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best for: any I \u2764\ufe0f design where the text and heart need to pop \u2014 the lighter weight and tight weave give screen printing clean edges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/tank-tops-sleeveless\/gildan-ultra-cotton-tank\/112100\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mms-images.out.customink.com\/mms\/images\/catalog\/7151bf4fff83c7f39319a4fbb6e72ccd\/colors\/112106\/views\/alt\/front_large.png\" alt=\"Gildan Ultra Cotton Tank\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/tank-tops-sleeveless\/gildan-ultra-cotton-tank\/112100\">Gildan Ultra Cotton Tank \u2014 Warm Weather Staple<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heavyweight 100% cotton tank with a classic racerback cut; available in multiple colors including brights that suit the I \u2764\ufe0f format well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best for: summer events, beach trips, girls trips, and anyone who wants the design without the sleeves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/sweatshirts\/hoodies\/port-company-core-pullover-hoodie\/702200\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mms-images.out.customink.com\/mms\/images\/catalog\/1f4ea51710acd5ef4fc2248236ccbff2\/colors\/702200\/views\/alt\/front_large.png\" alt=\"Port &amp; Company Core Pullover Hoodie\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/sweatshirts\/hoodies\/port-company-core-pullover-hoodie\/702200\">Port &amp; Company Core Pullover Hoodie \u2014 Year-Round Layering<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Core weight fleece with a front pouch pocket; wide size range and a large color selection make it easy to coordinate across a group.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best for: fall events, reunions, and groups that want a matching set across t-shirt, tank, and hoodie styles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-design\">How to Design Your I \u2764\ufe0f Shirt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can build the classic format entirely from clipart and text in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ndx\/\">Design Lab<\/a>, or start from one of our pre-built templates and swap in your own text. Both take just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Open the Design Lab and pick your product.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/4\">Custom t-shirts<\/a> are the classic choice, but the format looks great on hoodies, hats, and tote bags too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add a text block for the &#8220;I&#8221;.<\/strong> Click &#8220;Add Text,&#8221; type a capital I, and choose your font. Bold block fonts read most clearly from a distance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add a heart from clipart.<\/strong> Click &#8220;Add Art&#8221; and search &#8220;heart.&#8221; Pick a solid filled heart and size it to match the height of your text. Position it between the &#8220;I&#8221; and your final word.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add your final word or phrase.<\/strong> This is where you make it yours. Keep it short \u2014 one to three words lands best on a shirt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adjust sizing and placement.<\/strong> The classic I \u2764\ufe0f NY layout stacks all three elements centered on the chest, roughly the same width. You can also go big and make the heart the dominant visual element with text above and below.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preview and order.<\/strong> The Lab shows you a live preview on the actual product. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/help_center\/how-can-i-get-help-with-my-design\">design experts<\/a> review every order before it prints.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Rather start from a template? Here are three from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/design_ideas\/search\/i-heart\">I Heart design templates page<\/a> \u2014 each is fully editable in the Lab:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/design_ideas\/lab_with_update?design_idea_id=25183\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mms-images.out.customink.com\/mms\/images\/catalog\/colors\/4600\/views\/alt\/front_medium_extended.png?design=nmp0-000b-b722&amp;pblegacy=1&amp;pblegacysize=small\" alt=\"I Heart Texas Design Template\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/design_ideas\/lab_with_update?design_idea_id=55105\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mms-images.out.customink.com\/mms\/images\/catalog\/colors\/916203\/views\/alt\/front_medium_extended.png?design=nmp0-00aj-m41v&amp;pblegacy=1&amp;pblegacysize=small\" alt=\"I Love Volleyball Design Template\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/design_ideas\/lab_with_update?design_idea_id=51955\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mms-images.out.customink.com\/mms\/images\/catalog\/colors\/175810\/views\/alt\/front_medium_extended.png?design=nmp0-00a2-rb9y&amp;pblegacy=1&amp;pblegacysize=small\" alt=\"I Love Vinyl Design Template\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"beyond-the-heart\">Beyond the Heart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart is iconic, but it doesn&#8217;t have to be your symbol. Replacing it with something specific to your group is a simple way to put a fresh twist on the classic format. Some options that work well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Swap the heart for&#8230;<\/th><th>Good for&#8230;<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>A pizza slice<\/td><td>Pizza nights, food-obsessed friend groups, restaurant teams<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A football, basketball, or trophy<\/td><td>Sports teams and fan groups<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A paw print<\/td><td>Dog lovers, animal rescue fundraisers, vet teams<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Your state shape or city skyline<\/td><td>Local pride, regional events, alumni groups<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A custom graphic or logo<\/td><td>Brand events, company swag, anything with an existing logo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A sun, wave, or mountain<\/td><td>Outdoor groups, travel clubs, summer events<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To use a custom graphic as your center symbol, click &#8220;Upload Art&#8221; in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ndx\/\">Design Lab<\/a> and drop in your file. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/help_center\/how-can-i-get-help-with-my-design\">design experts<\/a> can also help you clean up or redraw artwork at no extra charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href='https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/t-shirts\/4' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_standard eckosc_button_position_inline' style='background-color:#1e39d2;' target='_blank'' data-color='#1e39d2'>Shop Custom T-Shirts<\/a>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can I use the classic &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f NY&#8221; design format on a custom t-shirt?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The format itself \u2014 &#8220;I&#8221; plus a heart plus a word \u2014 is a general design concept, not a protected trademark. The specific &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f NY&#8221; logo with its distinctive font and heart is trademarked, so you&#8217;d want to use your own text and styling rather than reproducing that exact design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: How do I add a heart symbol to my t-shirt design?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ndx\/\">Design Lab<\/a>, click &#8220;Add Art&#8221; and search &#8220;heart&#8221; in the clipart library. You&#8217;ll find solid hearts, outline hearts, and decorative variations. You can change the color, resize it, and position it anywhere on the product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: What&#8217;s the minimum order for custom I heart t-shirts?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of our products have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/products\/no-minimum\/view-all\/491\">no minimums<\/a>, so you can order as few as one \u2014 perfect for a single surprise gift shirt like &#8220;I \u2764\ufe0f Kate.&#8221; Check the product details for the style you want. Bulk discounts apply as quantities increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can people in my group each pay for and order their own shirt?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/ink\/group-order-form\">group order<\/a> feature lets each person select their own size and pay separately, with everything shipped to one address. It&#8217;s the easiest way to manage sizing for larger groups without chasing anyone down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: How long does it take to get custom I heart t-shirts?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Standard orders arrive within two weeks with free standard shipping. Rush and super rush options are available if you&#8217;re on a tighter timeline. See all turnaround options on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/help_center\/delivery-options\">delivery options page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can I get help designing my I heart shirt if I&#8217;m not sure where to start?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Absolutely. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customink.com\/help_center\/how-can-i-get-help-with-my-design\">design experts<\/a> are available seven days a week and can help you build the layout, adjust sizing, or clean up uploaded artwork \u2014 all at no extra charge.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!--\nIMAGE SOURCES\n=============\nHero Image: IOTW Customer Gallery (Row 21513)\n  Direct URL: https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/1141\/large\/we_heart_duke_xc.jpg?1274888568\n  Alt: I Heart Duke Cross Country T-Shirt Photo\n\nCustomer Image 1 (I Heart Duke XC): https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/i-heart-duke-cross-country\n  Direct URL: https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/1141\/large\/we_heart_duke_xc.jpg?1274888568\n  Spreadsheet Row: 21513\n\nCustomer Image 2 (I Heart Kate \/ Best Christmas Present): https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/best-christmas-present-ever\n  Direct URL: https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/19171\/large\/image.jpg?1360183952\n  Spreadsheet Row: 10082\n\nCustomer Image 3 (Bridal Party Love \/ I Heart Dara): https:\/\/www.customink.com\/photos\/bridal-party-love\n  Direct URL: https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/customink-iotw-east-prod\/images\/2043\/large\/i_heart.jpg?1274921447\n  Spreadsheet Row: 11145\n\nDESIGN TEMPLATES FEATURED:\n==========================\n1. 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