lilbowwow
31 posts
Jan 12, 2010
11:51 AM
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Hey y'all- Jam Cruise is complete, and we're all back at home for the time being. Now it's time to spice up merch world a bit. Gimme any and all ideas of items you'd like to see out there this spring/summer, and we'll get crackin' on it.
So far, I'm looking into a new ladies' tank top, Choice Cuts on CD, a new 'flex fit' hat, and knit winter skull hats. Panties? stuffed animals? Holler at me!!
-Bow Wow
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FireFly
1009 posts
Jan 12, 2010
1:16 PM
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lol!!
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"Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."
-Nietzsche
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Sunshine
1817 posts
Jan 12, 2010
1:28 PM
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I like the idea of bringing back those mason jars.....
maybe some bitchin new tee designs....
I will have to give this some thought.
:o)
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"If you've never seen us before, don't be bashful - sing along from start to finish........and dance & feel good.....there's enough shit in the world, let it all out...........Brighter Daaaaays...."
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lilbowwow
32 posts
Jan 12, 2010
2:19 PM
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I like all that shit!! How about "lemme get a bottle o' dat Mofro Hot Sauce!!??" I love hot sauce, and we could get our own patented recipe together HA! Mason jars could be sweet too, I'd just have to have them packed well so they lasted on the road...
And Clay, I know you had started a thread on this in the past, but favorite lyrics to go on t-shirts too. That's a definite. And too bad we both were too sober on Jam Cruise and couldn't meet up and see those tee shirt designs:0 Promise this next batch of shirt is gonna blow the top off venues!!! Consistent with the Mofro brand, of course.
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FireFly
1010 posts
Jan 12, 2010
2:55 PM
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mofro hot sauce and panties in a mason jar, all the dirtcracka needs,lol
fav lyrics on shirts, thats cool
nice work adam, can't wait to see whats comin up
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"Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."
-Nietzsche
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Sunshine
1819 posts
Jan 12, 2010
5:04 PM
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I like where you are going with this FF...the dirtfloor cracka kit....mofro in a jar.....maybe 'Fro hot sauce and Mofro panties in the Mofro Mason jar for the gals and 'Fro hot sauce and a Mofro Bandana in the Mofro Mason jar for the guys.....
hell a mofro frisbee or one of those bendable flyers for the beach or the backyard....
why not have a couple of us throw out our favorite lyrics to get some ideas for a tee design...
Roll Blackwater Roll
....Stick ya hands near my plate, you'll draw back a nub....
Life in a country ghetto......
...I’m walking on moonlight....
W Y L F
git your thinking caps on people
:o)
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"If you've never seen us before, don't be bashful - sing along from start to finish........and dance & feel good.....there's enough shit in the world, let it all out...........Brighter Daaaaays...."
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antsyashley
57 posts
Jan 12, 2010
6:54 PM
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Definitely panties! While on Jam Cruise, Jen and I were in line for buying merch. I was so excited about the pile of panties available for purchase. I asked some guy -- "Let me see those panties!" He said, "Oh, you mean these doggie shirts?" Ha! Boy, did my face flush!
But yeah, I would love a pair of Mofro panties! Maybe the rear end would say "Army Mule"!!
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KimberlyLeath
447 posts
Jan 12, 2010
10:16 PM
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I liked the black on fire ladies tank- but a more girlie t...like with a V neck...would be greatly appreciated
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~Music is what feelings sound like~
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Delerious Tyme
589 posts
Jan 13, 2010
6:27 AM
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Nice Adam, I've been waiting to hear something like this, more merchandise. I have quite a few ideas. I'll get them together today and post them here for ya.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
590 posts
Jan 13, 2010
6:40 AM
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First, before I forget, you almost have to use this picture or something to the effect of this:
Maybe with the words
"Maple Syrup Don't Leave Home Without It."
or something to that nature.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
591 posts
Jan 13, 2010
6:46 AM
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With the panties idea, one thing I was going to throw out there for ladies and the ability to throw printed words on there. I went to college at the U. of Arizona and by far one of the most popular female clothing items down here is the boxer shorts with "U of A" printed across the ass, butt, don't know really how to describe it any better than that. They do the same with sweat pants as well for women. Maybe an idea for this also, could put whatever you want across there, Army Mule, Mofro, On Fire, etc... That way, it can be something that when worn can be worn in public. Obviously, the women down here wear them all the time as shorts just in casual dress to go to class or when out running, and so forth. I like the panties idea, but doesn't do much for advertising the band since, well atleast I would assume, those wearing them would have them covered up.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
592 posts
Jan 13, 2010
6:58 AM
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For Jimbo's sake, being the Professor, maybe bring back the Blackwater University concept. Something like using the concept of the college format T-shirts and substitute Blackwater U. for it. For instance, having Est. 2001, or whatever year decided, printed under the words Blackwater U. just like colleges have thier start dates for their respective apparel. Maybe make up a mock University Seal for it, having the words Blackwater University in latin on the banner of the circle with the date and roman numerals. On the inside, anything having to do with the band, maybe the picture of a harmonica, the Lochloosa/Country Ghetto/OB logos. The JJ Grey and Mofro logo with the block lettering. However you want to do it. Could also put Blackwater U. and have the XXL Athletic Dept. concept with it. Alumni shirts? Mom and Dad shirts, but those would probably be made for Jimbo alone. Probably should consult with him about this as well since he has vintage rare items with regards to this matter.
Oh, and possible determining a mascot if there isn't one already. Maybe just make the mascot the Mofro's? Again, Jimbo might know if there was a mascot already?
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
Last Edited by on Jan 13, 2010 7:00 AM
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Delerious Tyme
593 posts
Jan 13, 2010
7:02 AM
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I've always wanted something to the effect of a T-Shirt with the Lochloosa Album logo (the four trees) on the front or a picture/sketching of Lake Lochloosa. Could put the word Lochloosa directly underneath the image. On the back, simply "She's on my mind" Obviously, anywhere on the shirt, the JJ Grey and Mofro logo or whatever the band decided.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
594 posts
Jan 13, 2010
7:06 AM
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Don't know if it is possible or what the rules/restrictions are with it considering thier status with the band, but any way to get T-Shirts with regards to the Hercules Horns? Even just an image of Art and Dennis playing or a logo for them? Logo ideas of maybe the Trumpet and Sax somehow looking like the human arms flexing the bicep? Hercules playing both instruments at the same time? Other ideas? Not sure what could be done with that, but I think that would be cool too.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
595 posts
Jan 13, 2010
7:10 AM
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Something using the words that started it all.
"What's Happening Mofro?"
or "What's Up Mofro?"
Obviously, JJ would know the exact phrase they used at thier old work place when he use to book tours while on the clock and got the name Mofro from.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
596 posts
Jan 13, 2010
7:12 AM
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Man, I have more... I could go on all day...
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
598 posts
Jan 13, 2010
7:35 AM
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These two might be jumping the gun, considering they are not released on an album to date, but two t-shirt ideas:
Math equation picture, sketch drawings for the items.
sketch images of a Harp and set of Drums, put in the equation:
Harp + Drums =
With the words on either the same side of shirt or opposite "You Know, You Know, You Know What I'm Talking About"
Second Idea:
Sketch drawing, almost cartoon like of a Flower, what kind? Any kind, you choose. Then on the same side of shirt or opposite the option of words:
Simply
"Hey There Little Flower"
or
"Hey There Little Flower, How Do You Grow?"
or
Simply the words "Gotta Know" "Cause I Gotta Know More, Know More Than You"
or
Add your own variation.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
599 posts
Jan 13, 2010
10:58 AM
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Also, any chance of bringing back any of the old merchandise or are they gone forever? The Front Porch Soul shirt, Men's Mofro Stars shirt, etc...
Those are all great shirts and great designs, being that they were designed by JJ himself.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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lilbowwow
33 posts
Jan 13, 2010
1:15 PM
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Dang, DT- those are all GREAT ideas. Thanks!! That's definitely a good start. I'm thinking maybe getting down to 2 new designs in the next few weeks. As for the women's sizes, we will definitely get some XXL shirts on any new orders. The designs of the women's shirts are very petite. Also going to supply some 3XL men's shirts/hoodies for the bigger fellas (and our bus drivers who take great care of us).
The panty idea might be better turned into a womens' shorts or sweatpants? Good point about being covered up. I personally like 'on fire' printed on the a$$-
I like the older designs as well, and I've spoken with management about bringing some of them back. The only thing is we need to include 'JJ Grey &' Mofro to them.....
Keep 'em coming, and I'll compile the best ideas and run them past y'all too. I really appreciate your input, and it'll be worth it I'm sure.
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eeek
2 posts
Jan 13, 2010
2:42 PM
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A book of Southern recipes of everything listed in Ho Cake. Everytime I hear that song I wish I had that.
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Delerious Tyme
602 posts
Jan 13, 2010
3:56 PM
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Nice eeek, that's a good idea. I remember JJ saying in an interview that he had a bunch of recipes that he just never had the time to put up on the website but had always been meaning to. With that idea, maybe Bow Wow can nudge him a little bit to gather them up and put them in a cookbook instead to sell as merchandise! All the recipes for everything listed in Ho Cake like you said and more.
Maybe a section for what AC puts Maple Syrup on? Oh wait, that's everything, nevermind that part.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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KimberlyLeath
449 posts
Jan 13, 2010
4:00 PM
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I agree with theMuse- if you have any boobs- the girl shirts run waaay small...not bitchen...just sayin' :)
V Necks Please!
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~Music is what feelings sound like~
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Delerious Tyme
603 posts
Jan 13, 2010
4:07 PM
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Bow Wow - Anytime Man, thanks for coming on here and giving us the opportunity to give you some ideas, definitely very cool of you to do such a thing. Also, if you happen to be in the same situation on down the line, I think I speak for everyone in that we all likely have alot more ideas or concepts to give you so no need to be afraid to ask.
When you have the new designs and/or the old ones brought back, are these items gonna be available just through the merchandise table at shows or do you think we will be able to get them online through the site as well?
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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lilbowwow
34 posts
Jan 13, 2010
4:23 PM
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Oh, good question. out of everything that we have ordered i'll keep a sufficient amount on the road and the rest to Merch Lackey in San Diego. So everything will always be available at all outlets. One thing to add, we had the guys sign NYE '10 posters (THEY'RE BAD ASS) and sold at Freebird shows. Those will be sent to the online store, as will the older BSR shirts and most posters so they don't get banged up. And i don't mean banged up like our fans who wear our panties will get. Did I say that out loud???
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eeek
3 posts
Jan 13, 2010
4:31 PM
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The posters look great, btw- I am going to get mine framed at some point.
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FireFly
1015 posts
Jan 13, 2010
5:41 PM
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hehe
shiiaaatttt good thing you didn't have those available for sale on jamcruise, that and aaaallll that rum, i would have to move back to germany and change my name,lol
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"Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."
-Nietzsche
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Sunshine
1821 posts
Jan 13, 2010
5:50 PM
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I love the idea of a southern ho cake hush puppy and grits cook book, heck I could donate some picture...
I could make a dish and capture its beauty, I LOVE to photog my food!!!! some samples....
more upon request.
:o)
Here are some of my Ho Cakes, we love em!!
avacado, ramps, & eggs
ahhh....this was sum shrimp I had the last time I went Home to Florida.......I can smell them now...
buffalo chicken camping at Rocky Point
ABT's (atomic buffalo turds, no I did not come up with the name)
ha ha..I love taking closeups
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"If you've never seen us before, don't be bashful - sing along from start to finish........and dance & feel good.....there's enough shit in the world, let it all out...........Brighter Daaaaays...."
Last Edited by on Jan 13, 2010 5:56 PM
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FireFly
1016 posts
Jan 13, 2010
5:58 PM
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how bout panties that say "more syrup please"
..........ok i stop now
;)
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"Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."
-Nietzsche
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Sunshine
1822 posts
Jan 13, 2010
5:59 PM
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LMAO FF!!!
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"If you've never seen us before, don't be bashful - sing along from start to finish........and dance & feel good.....there's enough shit in the world, let it all out...........Brighter Daaaaays...."
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TheMuse
10 posts
Jan 14, 2010
4:22 AM
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Thanks Kimberly! I like the idea of V neck or even a scoop neck. I really like the flex hat idea, but how about bucket hats???
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David
23 posts
Jan 14, 2010
2:18 PM
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Think you'll have anything ready for the Spring? I'd love a shirt to wear to see JJ in Toronto in May.
I'd vote for the Men's Sunshine T if you are wondering.
Cheers
David
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lilbowwow
35 posts
Jan 14, 2010
5:07 PM
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Thanks David for your input! I'm going to shoot for all new merch items ordered by March 1, and shooting for April to have available online. Will keep you all posted with the timeline as it plays out.
Cheers!!
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KimberlyLeath
450 posts
Jan 14, 2010
6:59 PM
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Are flex hats ones with no hole in the back?
I cant wear those-no hole for the ponytail....
Hi giggles :)
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~Music is what feelings sound like~
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giggles
1121 posts
Jan 14, 2010
7:21 PM
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I guess a pair of boy shorts with WYLF across the front or booty would be completely out of the question, huh?
A Big Hello to you Kimberly! =)
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Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History
Last Edited by on Jan 14, 2010 7:26 PM
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Richard
193 posts
Jan 14, 2010
7:33 PM
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Ho-Cake mix in a box
T-shirts with
"seems like everything good is bad
and everything bad is good"
"If you're gonna be dumb, ya better be tough"
"Walking in Circles"
"Home sick but it's alright"
......... and more of course
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Richard
194 posts
Jan 14, 2010
7:47 PM
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Mason jars for sure !
A JJ Grey & Mofro handbook for the unSouthern folks....like me, some translations please.
A recipe book based on the boys favorite foods from back home and family
Shark tooth surfer necklaces
I second, third or whatever the motion for some hot sauce, or barbeque sauce.
Get a hold of Lee Oskar, and see if you can get a deal on his harps, then bring them with you and sell them on the road, maybe even get Lee to engrave them as he has done at his clinics(see the photo of the one we gave to JJ last summer)
Guitar picks
Barbie dolls
Live recordings/cds
Autographed/ used drum sticks from AC
Lyric/tab books
Swamp Bottled Drinking water
Southern Trend wear
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giggles
1122 posts
Jan 14, 2010
8:17 PM
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Guitar pick necklaces.......I've collected multiple Southern Threads guitar picks from JJ and made 2 or 3 necklaces with them. I took a dremel and bore a tiny hole in the pick and fastened dangling swarvarki crystals to it, put a silver bail on it and wear it on a sterling chain. I get compliments on it everytime I wear it!
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Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History
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Sunshine
1826 posts
Jan 15, 2010
6:18 AM
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If people are really interested in the "Ho Cake Hush Puppy n Grits" cookbook, Gregg and I would LOVE to help put it together. He could help design (as he is a graphic artist) the pages and covers. I could type it awl up, include some photos of each of the dishes. I think if done right, this could be a winner. With each or some of the recipes that JJ submits - he could add a story/photo as well.
Doing a cookbook as awlways been one of my dreams. So being I love to cook + take photos + Love this band = a winner!! We can maybe put together a section for each band memeber (including some stories) with their favs along with pics of each member......maybe even a section on fav places that serve that Southern food and maybe even with their recipes.
This would be a FANTASTIC item to have autographed!!!
:o)
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"If you've never seen us before, don't be bashful - sing along from start to finish........and dance & feel good.....there's enough shit in the world, let it all out...........Brighter Daaaaays...."
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kcarmony
56 posts
Jan 15, 2010
2:52 PM
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YES to the cookbook ala sunshine. That sounds great, yummy, delicious and a winner. Include a special place of honor for granny's recipes.
I also like so many of the t-shirt ideas, I'll just have to be surprised on what comes out as the final works of art. hi giggles, hope all is well in giggledom, you have been missed. (:
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Richard
195 posts
Jan 15, 2010
6:26 PM
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Cookbok yes indeed !
Hot sauce "On Fire"
Mason Jars filled with hotsauce
Guitar pick and or with the shark tooth necklace
Some t-shirts with some lyric quotes no doubt
Mofro trading cards
a book titled "Translations for Ya'll"
Mofro board game
Man ya'll are some hard core whacked out ingenious, creative, music lovin' fools ! Hell, and Hell again, should be able to atleast raise enough money from this bake sale to get the band out West, and then sell enough to get them back home too !
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Richard
196 posts
Jan 15, 2010
6:36 PM
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Oh man, don't forget the deserts and drinks in the cookbook. Everything from those adult libations to the family secrets of your sweet tea makings.
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wvubrittany
3 posts
Jan 19, 2010
4:34 PM
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Hey Ya'll,
I love the Mason Jar idea!
Richard mentioned a shirt with "Homesick but it's alright". I absolutely love this! So many people move away from home (such as myself) for jobs or whatever. Add some mention of JJGrey & Mofro and this would definitely be something I would buy.
The poster idea is cool too. I actually yanked one of the posters advertising the Mofro/Shooter Jennings show off the wall at 9:30 club a few weeks before the show :)
I'm down with the undies as well.
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lilbowwow
36 posts
Jan 20, 2010
12:40 PM
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yes i think the ladies undies are up there too.
as far as the posters go, i've been wanting show-specific posters for a minute now. This WILL happen this year (i sure hope so), with maybe 100 posters tops signed and numbered. We'll just have to see what venue fits the bill when more dates are announced.
I re-thought the flex fit caps, and those are comfy but they leave the ladies out. bucket style hats would still work.
does anyone have a pic of the old mason jars? i've never seen them.
definitely a long sleeve ladies tee, a new tank, sticker(s), and i've been hearing a lot of requests out there for Choice Cuts on CD. Still would love to get something live to sell, but haven't been able to crack the seal on that yet.
and TrophyWife1, thanks for reminding me about the ipod/iphone skins. And i think USB drives with content are still in the running.
Brewing up some great ideas, gonna be a solid 2010 I can feel it!
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Delerious Tyme
612 posts
Jan 20, 2010
3:52 PM
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Just jumping in with a tidbit on the Choice Cuts CDs. Not sure if everyone knows, but you can't wait to get it on CD, you can buy it off of ITunes as well. For those like me who don't have a record player (still bought two vinyls) but wanted to listen to the tracks, especially Tupelo Honey. Not saying that we shouldn't do the Choice Cuts on CD, when it's available, I'm certain I will be purchasing atleast two copies of it as well. That's my motto, why buy one, when you can buy two for twice the price? That and anything Mofro I have to have atleast two of. One to wear/use and one for JJ and the guys to autograph when I have the chance. T-Shirts, atleast 3, that way I have a back up incase something happens to the original or it wears down from flat out wearing and washing it too much.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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kcarmony
62 posts
Jan 20, 2010
3:55 PM
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Were you a boyscout DT...Prepared for anything MOFRO!
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Delerious Tyme
616 posts
Jan 20, 2010
4:12 PM
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Nope, never a boy scout, but definitely a Mofro Fanatic, that's for sure...
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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TrophyWife1
54 posts
Jan 21, 2010
6:39 AM
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Adam, can we get a shirt with a picture of you with those absolutely adorable corn rows?
I'm kicking myself for not getting a picture of that on the boat!!!
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SoFlaDave
13 posts
Jan 21, 2010
8:29 AM
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How bouts a license plate. There are something like 19 states that only require a rear plate so the front is free.
Something like Blackwater U, Lochloosa, etc.
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Delerious Tyme
620 posts
Jan 21, 2010
2:42 PM
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I like that idea SoFlaDave! That would be cool, even just the JJ Grey & Mofro on there or Country Ghetto logo. Would be a nice addition to the bumper stickers.
That could also be another idea, more bumper stickers with other logos apart from the CG one they currently have.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Delerious Tyme
621 posts
Jan 21, 2010
2:48 PM
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I really like the idea of bringing back the Blackwater U. concept, no matter what it is on. I know the Professor is likely in the same boat, although, just as long as we don't duplicate the rare stuff he has hidden in his back pocket. If we devalue anything he's got, might stop him from doing pole dances for us and life just wouldn't be the same...
He's got a Blackwater Degree/Diploma, I'm guessing it's for a Ph.D in Front Porch Soul?
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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