Also Built a Ballroom | Protest Shirt
An unsettling bit of irony: two leaders, decades apart, both obsessed with self-glorifying. This simple statement, Hitler also built a ballroom, calls out authoritarian vanity projects with sharp, unapologetic clarity. Designed in clean, bold type for maximum impact—it’s protest art you can wear. A striking gift for anyone who believes democracy deserves better.
👕 ABOUT THE GARMENT
This super soft Bella Canvas 3001 unisex jersey short sleeve tee fits like a well-loved favorite. Soft 100%* combed, ring-spun cotton, medium fabric weight and quality print make users fall in love with it over and over again. It will be the comfiest shirt you will own! These t-shirts have-ribbed knit collars to bolster shaping. The shoulders have taping for better fit over time. Dual side seams hold the garment's shape for longer.
Care Instructions: To maximize the life of your design, machine wash inside-out in cold water. For best results, lay flat to dry, or tumble dry low heat. Do not add bleach or fabric softener to the wash. Do not iron directly on the design. Do not dryclean.
* Fiber Content: All colors are 100% cotton with the exceptions of Ash - 99% cotton and 1% polyester, heather colors are 52% cotton, 48% polyester (Athletic Heather is 90% cotton, 10% polyester)
🤔 WHAT SIZE SHOULD I ORDER? Please consult the included size chart before ordering. The best way to determine what size to order, is to take a t-shirt from your closet that fits you exactly as you like. Then, with a tape measure, compare it to the size chart. NOTE: If you are in-between sizes, choose the larger size. For an oversized look, go up two sizes. Please note that the garment has a size tolerance of ±1.5" due to the natural variations in the production process.
🌸 DESIGN INFORMATION
All designs are created in my home state of Minnesota, USA. While the blank garment may occasionally be sourced from outside the country and include a “made in” tag, your finished piece supports my small USA-based business and my trusted printing partners. Please note that the original garment tag may sometimes be removed to make way for Calm & Blue branding. If you’d prefer the original tag left on, just let me know at the time of purchase.
The printing process used is DTG (Direct to Garment), where ink is sprayed directly into the fabric. This method is different from vinyl or heat-press applications and is often described as having a softer, more “vintage” look. Your design also has a "grunge" texture applied to further enhance that favorite tee look.
Every effort has been made to accurately represent both garment and design colors in the listing, though colors may vary slightly due to different screen displays. Listing photos may include a faint watermark to protect my work — this will not appear on your finished product.
📪 SHIPPING
Products are shipped after 2-5 business days in production. Please allow for 7-14 business days from the time of order to your door. Shipping time nearer the holidays may be longer. A NOTE ON SHIPPING: This product is made especially for you, which is why it takes a bit longer to get to you than the big-name online stores. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, and prevents waste – so thank you for contributing to a greener world and making thoughtful purchasing decisions.
📌 RETURNS, EXCHANGES, OR CANCELLATIONS
Cancellations can ONLY be made within an hour of your order being placed. Each item is made-to-order and therefore, we can not accept returns or exchanges. I will make an exception if there is a quality error on our end. Please reach out to me with a description of the error and photos if there is an issue with your item within 7 business days. Please also make sure to double-check your address. I want to make sure your item is shipped to you as quickly as possible.
😊 THANK YOU
Thank you for checking out Calm & Blue! I have 20+ years of experience in graphic design and writing. Check back often as I am always adding new items! If you have any questions or would like this design on a different product, send me a message. Again, thank you so much for supporting my small business!