
Dear Santa I Tried Tee
I really did. Please check twice.
Fit Type*Unisex
Style*T-Shirt
Color*White
Size*2XL
✅ In stock, ready to ship
🚚Arrives by Nov 6 – Nov 11 if you order today. Hooray!
- 🚚 Free US shipping on orders over $50
- 🇺🇸 Printed in the USA — made to order just for you
- 👕 Premium cotton — pre-shrunk, buttery soft
- ↩️ 30-day returns — no questions, no drama
About this tee
The Dear Santa I Tried Tee is a funny letter-to-Santa shirt for the nice list hopeful. It is a dear santa i tried shirt with bold black letters, a Santa hat, and a lump of coal. The joke lands best on White. Wear it to holiday parties, family photos, and Christmas morning.
What Does the Design Look Like?
Two lines carry the whole joke. DEAR SANTA, reads in huge black letters. I TRIED reads even bigger below it. A small line adds I REALLY DID. PLEASE CHECK TWICE. A Santa hat tilts over the first word. A lump of coal sits at the end in thin line art. The ink is a single black, color code #161616. No other color touches the shirt. The minimalist style leaves lots of white space. The print covers the center of the chest. It feels soft, not plasticky. The back is blank and clean. The joke reads from across the room.
Why Is the Dear Santa I Tried Style So Popular?
Everyone has been a little naughty. Kids hide the broken ornament. Adults eat the last cookie. This shirt says the quiet part out loud. The letter to Santa is a childhood memory. Kids still write one every year. The shirt turns that memory into a joke for grown-ups. The minimalist style looks clean and modern. One ink keeps the design sharp. The black on white reads crisp and bold. It works as a gift for the family joker. It works for siblings and best friends. It also works for anyone who loves a dry holiday joke. The Santa letter never goes out of fashion. That is why it sells year after year.
What Sizes and Colors Are Available?
You get 1 color and 7 sizes. The color is White only. The black ink needs a light shirt to show. Black ink sinks into a black shirt and turns invisible. White keeps every line crisp and bold. Sizes run XS through 3XL. The fit is unisex and true to size. Most buyers order their normal size. Want a relaxed, oversized look? Go one size up. A size M measures 19 inches across the chest. It runs 28 inches long. The fabric is 100% ring-spun cotton. It weighs 153 GSM. That is a classic lightweight tee. Soft from the first wear. The blank is pre-shrunk. It keeps its shape wash after wash. The crew neckline holds its form.
| Detail | Spec |
|---|---|
| Price | $24.99 for XS–XL. 2XL $26.99. 3XL $27.99. |
| Colors | White only. Black ink needs a light shirt. |
| Sizes | XS–3XL. Unisex. True to size. |
| Fabric | 100% ring-spun cotton. 153 GSM. Pre-shrunk. |
| One-color black ink. Santa hat and coal line art. | |
| Design | Original letter art. DEAR SANTA, I TRIED headline. |
| Turnaround | Printed in 1–2 business days. US delivery in 3–5 days. |
| Shipping | Free US shipping on orders over $50. |
| Returns | 30 days. No questions asked. |
Is This a Good Gift for Christmas?
Yes. It is one of the best Christmas gifts for the family joker. It fits anyone who laughs at their own nice list status. It fits the sibling who blames the dog. It fits friends who trade Santa stories alike. Pair it with the Bah Humbug Tee for a full grumpy set. One begs Santa. The other grumbles at him. Order a set for the whole family. Matching photos get ten times more likes. Grandma will laugh first. Dad will claim he tried too. That is the point.
When Should You Wear It?
Wear it to a holiday party in December. Wear it to a family gift exchange. Wear it to a school holiday concert with the kids. Wear it to a family photo by the fireplace. Wear it to a Christmas cookie swap with friends. Wear it to a tree farm trip on a cold Saturday. Wear it to a white elephant gift exchange. The clean type fits every casual holiday plan. It also fits a quiet night at home. Pair it with a red beanie for a full look. Pair it with a plaid scarf for extra warmth. The shirt works from the first week of December through Christmas Day. That is 25 days of wear. It also works at a New Year cabin trip. The minimalist style never feels out of place. Put it on, grab the cocoa, and head out.
How Should You Wash It?
Wash it inside out in cold water. Use a gentle cycle. Skip the bleach. Tumble dry on low or hang dry. The 100% cotton softens with every wash. The print stays bright for years. Do not iron directly on the design. Flip it inside out first. These steps keep your tee ready for next Christmas too.
What Should You Pair It With?
This tee is a full holiday look on its own. Add jeans and boots for a party night stroll. Layer it under an open flannel for chilly days. Pair it with the Deck The Halls Tee for a carol singer set. Grab the Eat Drink And Be Merry Tee for a second Christmas pick. Browse the full Christmas collection for more holiday designs. Stay nice. Wear the shirt. Santa is watching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the dear santa i tried shirt true to size? Yes. The unisex fit runs true to size. Order your normal size for a classic fit. Size up once for an oversized look. The size chart lists exact chest and length measurements.
Why is this tee only sold in White? The black ink needs a light shirt to show. Black ink sinks into a black shirt. White keeps every line crisp and bold. The joke stays readable from across the room.
How fast will my order arrive? Printing takes 1–2 business days. US shipping adds 3–5 days. Most orders arrive in 4–7 days total. Order early for holiday parties and gift deadlines.
Is the design printed on the front only? Yes. The full design sits centered on the chest. The back is blank. The print uses a soft-hand method. It will not crack or peel.
Can I order matching shirts for my family? Yes. Order one per person in White. Sizes run XS through 3XL. The design looks great in White for photos. Family sets ship together in one order.
📦 Shipping & delivery
Orders print in 1–2 business days, then ship from our US print partners. Standard delivery takes 3–5 business days. Shipping: $4.99 for 1 item, $2.99 for the first item + $1.99 each additional for 2–4 items, FREE on orders over $50.
↩️ Returns & exchanges
Changed your mind? You have 30 days from delivery for a full refund or exchange — as long as the item is unworn and unwashed. Exchanges for a different size are always free.
👕 Fabric & care
100% premium ring-spun cotton (heather colors are a cotton/poly blend), pre-shrunk and side-seamed. Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. The joke is permanent; the softness just keeps improving.
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🛒 Frequently bought together
Total for 4 items: $99.96
❓ Questions & answers
How does the sizing run?
True to size with a classic unisex fit. If you like a roomier feel, size up. Between sizes? Go with the larger one — our customers say the compliments come in all sizes.
What fabric is it made of?
100% premium ring-spun cotton (heather colors are a soft cotton/poly blend). Pre-shrunk, side-seamed, and buttery soft from the first wear.
How long until my order ships?
We print to order in 1–2 business days, then ship from our US print partners. Standard delivery takes 3–5 business days after that. Free US shipping on orders over $50 ($4.99 for 1 item; $2.99 + $1.99 per extra for 2-4 items).
What if it doesn’t fit or I don’t love it?
30-day no-questions returns. Unworn and unwashed gets you a full refund, and size exchanges are always free.
Will the print crack or fade?
Nope. We use high-quality direct-to-garment printing that sinks into the fabric. Machine wash cold inside-out and it stays crisp wash after wash.
Is this design original to Quirktee?
Yes — every Quirktee design is drawn in-house and trademark-checked before printing. You won’t find it on a bargain rack.




