In honor of an old-fashioned New England tradition, the Portland Sea Dogs will rebrand for one game this season as the Maine Clambakes and offer themed merchandise such as hats and T-shirts bearing that moniker.
T-shirts featuring Jake the Sea Dog in a sou’wester hat are among the most beloved designs, while others show Salty wearing seasonal or themed headgear.
T-Shirts
This Sea Dog Pirate T-shirt embodies both classic and trendy elements, making it the ideal piece for you. Crafted with 100% pre-shrunk cotton that runs true to size and is machine washable & tumble dry medium safe. Double stitching around its sleeves & neckline provides extra durability, making this an excellent addition for boating trips or beach days, as well as gifts for old men in your life!
This classic-style Sea Dog pirate T-shirt features an old-world shark design with canine features. Crafted with 100% ring-spun cotton for soft comfort and double-stitched sleeves and neckline for durable strength. Sizes range from small to 3XL for optimal wearer fit; available colors provide you with options to match any personality!
Bill Sparks, owner of Sea Dog, noticed in the early 1980s that graphic tee shirts worn by visitors to Florida were uninspired and ordinary. To bring more life and personality into resort clothing, he used his artistic talent to design bolder, more original images to emblazon resort clothing, thus creating his successful line of upscale casual apparel called Sea Dog.
Bill Fremon and Bob Fremon first printed all their images onto white t-shirts using only premium cotton such as Pima or Supima with long fibers to ensure soft fabric; also used was slub cotton, with its slight bumps and lumps for an eye-catching textured appearance.
Bob, Bill’s father-in-law, decided to add the Sea Dog logo to all their tee shirts to make it easier for customers to recognize and identify their merchandise. Over time, this simple symbol made a noticeable, impactful difference in their business.
Sweatshirts
Sweatshirts are long-sleeved pullover shirts constructed of thick fabric. They may feature a buttonless and zipper-free design or be fitted with a hood, which is known as a hoodie. Sweatshirts can make for an excellent addition in colder climates; their buttonless methods enable for convenient buttonless or zipperless wear while they wick away moisture to keep you feeling cozy and stylish while remaining functional during physical activities such as sports or cardio workouts.
Sweatshirts are typically constructed of heavy cotton jersey material and may come unadorned or with stripes and patterns on them. Sweatshirts first gained widespread acceptance as casual wear during the 1950s due to their association with rebellious youth culture; James Dean frequently donned one, and it quickly spread among teens.
A sweatshirt is an indispensable wardrobe piece that is suitable for men and women of all ages and styles, from teens to elders. Pair yours with jeans or women’s high-rise skinny ankle pants to create stylish yet casual looks, or wear under a jacket if necessary!
For optimal results, sweatshirt fleece must be preshrunk prior to sewing it. Since it can pill and shed lint quickly, washing it in warm water with either cool or warm detergent is recommended for best results. When sewing with Teflon feet or walking feet, it will prevent the fabric from sticking onto feed dogs and becoming flattened during the process.
Salty Dog offers more than T-shirts – they also sell sweatshirts in various colors and sizes, as well as clothing items like leashes, toys, and bandanas for pets! In South Beach, they can be found right next to Jake’s Cargo, where you will meet Captain Kiwi and Cherokee, who make great companions to go along with your sea dog shirt!
Hoodies
Hoodies are an ideal way to stay warm and comfortable during any season, from jeans to shorts. Hoodies also make for great clothing options when relaxing or taking walks through parks; you could even use one as a sleeping shirt!
Hoodies were first worn to stay warm at cold storage facilities in New York in the 1930s before becoming widespread among lumber and warehouse workers and, eventually, rugby girlfriends and musicians. Hoodies resemble sweatshirts in appearance but feature large front pockets and hoods, making them comfortable enough to wear during sports like jogging.
Bill Sparks was born in Portage Lakes, Ohio, in 1953. While attending school due to an undisclosed learning disability–then known as dyslexia–he discovered his passion for drawing as an outlet. Through drawing, unique and humorous designs came flowing out, adorning resort clothing emblazoned with Sparks’ images emblazons. Sparks later established his business by purchasing screen printing equipment in 1983.
Now available in many sporting goods stores and tourist spots worldwide, Sea Dog apparel can be found both online and at physical retail outlets. Their website offers T-shirts and hooded sweatshirts; customers can select their size/color preferences using dropdown menus; they also choose between having it printed front/back.
In addition to T-shirts and hoodies, the company offers beach towels, hats, and headbands designed by Bill Sparks before production begins. Sherry Mfg – an industry veteran with 60 years of experience in screen printing – partners with this company in order to bring even greater success to Bill’s brand.
Bags
A practical bag is an indispensable way of carrying all your stuff around, and with our selection of sea dog bags, you have plenty of styles and sizes to choose from. Plus, our durable bags allow for continued use!
Sea Dog was founded by Bill Sparks in 1983 after noticing that resort clothing sold in Florida was plain and uninspired. To add his flare, he started drawing bolder and more unique images for adorning his line of comfortable yet classy resort apparel.
No matter where your travels take you, our unique designs featuring your favorite sea dog will delight you. All our shirts are printed to order, so each is tailor-made specifically for you. With its classic heavy-washed feel and eco-friendly inks that won’t fade with washings, this durable classic T-shirt comes complete with a ribbed neckline and sleeves for extra wearability!
