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Family Reunion T-Shirt Ideas
The one souvenir everyone actually keeps.
Family reunion t-shirts are the single most requested keepsake - and one of the easiest ordering headaches if you're not prepared. Sizes change, people forget to respond, and minimum order quantities don't align with your headcount. This guide gives you design ideas, what to print, and a checklist for ordering without the chaos.
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Front design ideas
- ›Family name + year (classic: 'The Johnson Family Reunion 2025')
- ›Family crest or custom illustrated logo
- ›Map showing where everyone lives (dots on US map)
- ›Family tree silhouette
- ›Funny family motto or inside joke
- ›Silhouette of reunion location (lake, mountain, beach)
Back design ideas
- ›All family member names (grouped by household or branch)
- ›Names + states (showing where everyone traveled from)
- ›Generations listed (Great-grandchildren / Grandchildren / Children / Grandparents)
- ›Memorable family quote
- ›Location and dates of the reunion
Color strategies
- ›One color for the whole family (easiest - no sorting at pickup)
- ›One color per generation (kids, parents, grandparents)
- ›One color per family branch (track through the family tree)
- ›A 'reunion color' consistent year over year
Ordering checklist
- ›Collect sizes with RSVP - don't ask separately
- ›Order 4-6 weeks minimum before the event (more for custom designs)
- ›Add 10% buffer for last-minute attendees
- ›Confirm printing method: screen print (cheap at bulk), heat transfer (small run OK), embroidery (premium)
- ›Check the return/reorder policy if sizes are wrong
- ›Decide: include cost in reunion fee, or sell separately?
T-Shirt Design Placement Guide
Front
Back
Popular Reunion Shirt Colors
Size Order Planning Chart
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ |
| Tip: Order 2-3 extra M/L/XL as the most-missed sizes | = ___ | ||||||
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do family reunion t-shirts cost?
Screen-printed t-shirts typically run $8-$18 per shirt depending on quantity, colors, and the shirt quality. 50+ shirts brings the per-shirt cost down significantly. Premium soft-style shirts (Bella+Canvas, Next Level) run $14-$22. Budget $12-$15/shirt as a safe estimate.
Where should I order family reunion t-shirts?
For 20+ shirts, a local print shop or online screen printer (Custom Ink, Printful, RushOrderTees) works well. Custom Ink specializes in group orders and has a good size-by-size management tool. Rush orders cost 30-50% more - order early.
How do I collect sizes without a spreadsheet nightmare?
Add a size-per-person field to your RSVP form. Ask for sizes for every person in the party. Set a firm size deadline 2 weeks before ordering. Reunly's guest list RSVP can collect t-shirt sizes alongside attendance and meal preferences.
Should t-shirts be free or an add-on cost?
Both work. Including the shirt in a per-person fee simplifies accounting. Offering as an optional add-on ($15-$20) reduces total cost for families that don't want one. If you're charging separately, collect payment with RSVP - not at the event.
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