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He Left the 99 to Find Me - Cotton T-Shirt

Soft Cream He Left the 99 to Find Me shirt, flat front view showing the engraved sheep with "He left the 99" arched above, "To find me" and Matthew 18:12-14 below, with an inset close-up of the inner collar message.
Close-up of the inner collar on the Soft Cream He Left the 99 to Find Me shirt, a small engraved sheep between "I Once Was Lost" and "But Now Am Found."
Vintage Black He Left the 99 to Find Me shirt, flat front view showing the engraved sheep with "He left the 99" arched above, "To find me" and Matthew 18:12-14 below, with an inset close-up of the inner collar message.
White He Left the 99 to Find Me shirt, flat front view showing the engraved sheep with "He left the 99" arched above, "To find me" and Matthew 18:12-14 below, with an inset close-up of the inner collar message.
Heather Columbia Blue He Left the 99 to Find Me shirt, flat front view showing the engraved sheep with "He left the 99" arched above, "To find me" and Matthew 18:12-14 below, with an inset close-up of the inner collar message.
Vital Threads t-shirt size chart with chest width, body length and sleeve length by size.
Woman walking a golden retriever down a tree-lined neighborhood sidewalk, wearing the Soft Cream He Left the 99 to Find Me shirt with the engraved sheep graphic visible.

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He Left the 99 to Find Me - Cotton T-Shirt

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Ninety-nine was never the point. One was.

A vintage-etched sheep stands centered on your chest, flanked by "EST." and "A.D. 29" — the year everything changed. "HE LEFT THE 99" arches above, "TO FIND ME" below, grounded in the verse it's actually quoting: Matthew 18:12-14. Available in Soft Cream, White, Heather Columbia Blue, and Vintage Black.

Inside the collar: "I once was lost, but now am found." Not a slogan. The oldest confession there is, still true every time you put it on.

Printed on cotton. Built to last. Because being found once wasn't the end of the story — it's the one you keep wearing.

Vital Threads Clothing

At Vital Threads Clothing, every product is made to order specifically for you. Because of this, we do not accept traditional returns — but we absolutely stand behind the quality of what we produce.

Your satisfaction matters to us.

365-Day Quality Guarantee

We stand behind the quality of every shirt we print. If your order arrives with a print defect, manufacturing flaw, or quality issue, contact us within 365 days of delivery at:

📧 tom@vitalthreadsclothing.com

Please include a photo of the issue and your order number. We'll review and make it right — no hassle, no drama.

Please note: This guarantee covers quality and manufacturing defects only. We are unable to accept returns or exchanges for sizing, color preference, or buyer's remorse. Every item is printed to order in the USA specifically for you.

Replacements & Refunds

For quality and manufacturing defects, we'll send a complimentary replacement at no additional cost — no return required.

For sizing or ordering errors, we've got a better solution than a traditional return:

Keep your shirt — gift it to someone who'd love it — and we'll send you a 55% discount code to reorder the correct item. No return shipping, no hassle.

Simply contact us at tom@vitalthreadsclothing.com with your order number and we'll get you sorted.

Non-Returnable Items

Because all products are made to order and produced specifically for each customer, we do not accept returns or exchanges for: incorrect size ordered, buyer's remorse, ordering the wrong product, or color preference changes.

Ineligible Returns & Exchanges

The following are not eligible for return, exchange, or refund: items that have been worn or washed, items that have been altered, items without original tags, e-gift cards, and sale items. We reserve the right to refuse a refund request that does not comply with this policy.

Order Issues & Production Errors

If we made a mistake on your order, we will make it right. Simply contact us within 365 days of delivery and we'll take care of it.

We appreciate your support of our small business and stand behind every order we produce.

📧 tom@vitalthreadsclothing.com

T-Shirts

Vital Threads t-shirt size chart: chest width and body length in inches for sizes XS through 4XL, with how-to-measure diagram.

Crewneck Sweatshirts

Vital Threads crewneck sweatshirt size chart: chest width and body length in inches for sizes XS through 3XL, measured flat.

Hoodies

Vital Threads hoodie size chart: flat-laid hoodie marked with chest width, body length and sleeve arrows, above measurements in inches for sizes S through 5XL.

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He Left the 99 to Find Me - Cotton T-Shirt

$34.97
The VT Promise

When you buy from Vital Threads Clothing, if you aren't completely satisfied with your purchase, we aren't finished. Every piece is printed to order for you, so our VT Promise is built around making it right, not sending it back.

See a print or quality defect? We will replace it — no return needed. Order didn't come? We will resend it. Ordered the wrong size? Keep it, gift it, and we'll send you a 55% off code to reorder the right one.

You have 365 days from delivery to reach us, so there's no rush to decide.

For questions, reach us at tom@vitalthreadsclothing.com or see our official return policy here.

Our Mission

We donate a portion of net profits to families of children impacted by sexual abuse — helping offset the costs of mental health treatment while they deal with the trauma and stigma that follows.

Our founder Tom's daughter was assaulted by a member of his community. This is his way to honor her while helping other families through the hardest time of their lives.

By purchasing from Vital Threads Clothing, you are part of that mission.

Shipping & Turnaround

All orders are made directly for you. Production takes 3–6 business days, followed by economy shipping of 3–5 business days (Domestic U.S.).

Care Instructions

For optimal durability and lasting softness:

  1. Wash inside out
  2. Wash with cold water
  3. Air dry or tumble dry low
  4. Use mild detergent
  5. Do not iron

Upon opening your product, there may be a faint square around the design from the printing process — this is normal and will disappear after the first wash. If it doesn't, contact us at tom@vitalthreadsclothing.com and we'll take care of you.

FAQs

How long does shipping take? Is it free?

Orders are printed in 3–6 business days, then ship in 3–5 business days. You'll receive order confirmation upon purchase and tracking info as soon as your order ships. Shipping is free on orders over $60, and we periodically run promotions — watch for banners or sign up for emails to stay informed.

Do your items run true to size? Are they unisex?

Yes — most customers find our unisex sizing runs true to size. Detailed size charts are on each product page next to the size selector. Check the product specs tab to confirm whether a style is unisex or gender-specific.

Do they shrink?

As long as you wash cold and tumble dry low, no. All items are pre-shrunk. The only shrinking we've heard of is from customers who wash or dry on high heat.

Can I exchange my item if it doesn't fit?

Every item is printed to order, so we don't take sizing returns — but we don't leave you stuck either. Check the size chart before ordering, and if the fit is still wrong, keep it or gift it, email us your order number, and we'll send a 55% off code to reorder the right size.

How soft are your hoodies and t-shirts?

All garments are made from premium materials. Customers consistently describe them as "super soft," "cozy," and "incredibly comfortable."

What's the difference between midweight and heavyweight?

Midweight hoodies are warm without being bulky — perfect for spring, fall, and cooler evenings. Heavyweight styles are thicker for cold winter days or anyone who loves that cozy, blanket-weight feel.

Will the print crack or peel after washing?

Our prints are made with high-quality inks. Customers report designs stay vibrant without cracking or peeling under normal wear. Wash inside out on gentle, tumble dry low. Any irregular issue? Reach out to tom@vitalthreadsclothing.com and we'll make it right.

Do you offer women's/men's cuts or are they all unisex?

Many styles are unisex, but we do offer select styles cut specifically for women or men. Look for "For Her" or "For Him" in the product title.

Are the colors accurate to what I see online?

We work hard to display colors accurately and customers consistently note colors are vibrant and true to the photos. For best results, view with full brightness and no blue light filters enabled.

Built to Last. Worn to Be Felt.

  • 4.2 oz combed cotton — substantial enough to mean something, soft enough to forget you're wearing it
  • Pre-shrunk and true to size — no surprises after the first wash
  • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping for a shape that holds wash after wash
  • A fabric that earns its wear — the print stays because the shirt stays
  • Retail fit. Built for the long haul.

Our Mission

We design and build shirts for people who know what they believe — and aren't afraid to wear it. Faith, humor, and conviction, printed on cotton that lasts. A portion of every purchase supports the care of sexual assault survivors. Real values cost something.

Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted.

1 in 9 girls and 1 in 53 boys will be abused before they turn 18.

Most will never report it.

A portion of every purchase goes toward the care of sexual assault survivors — because the values on these shirts don't stop at the checkout page.

Teal ribbon — sexual assault awareness

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