Hand-drawn, not templated: the Professor Gift Shirt is an original rat tee for anyone who knows the school year a little too well.
Who the Professor Gift Shirt is for
This one is aimed squarely at students mid-semester and the teachers holding it together. It sits in the School part of the collection, alongside the other designs about the school year.
Wearing and using it
Soft enough to wear all day and plain enough in the cut to layer, which is what keeps a graphic tee in rotation. Sizes run XS–5XL.
As a gift
The reason this lands as a gift: it isn't a joke about the person, it's a joke they're already in on about the school year.
From the listing
Professor gift shirt for wise teachers, old-school academics, mentors, and back-to-school gift shoppers. This funny rat graphic tee features a scruffy storybook rat with a cane, leather bag, big mustache, vintage clothes, and classic old professor energy.
This design is for the professor who has seen every excuse, heard every question, and still has one more lesson to teach. The rat looks like an old academic legend: a little grumpy, a little dramatic, full of stories, and absolutely convinced he knows the answer.
Perfect gift for professors, teachers, mentors, retired academics, university lecturers, old-school educators, back-to-school shoppers, and anyone who loves funny academic gifts with character.
The artwork keeps our chaotic storybook rat DNA: scruffy grey fur, oversized ears, pink nose, long tail, expressive eyes, messy whiskers, vintage clothes, cane, leather bag, big mustache, and wise but slightly grumpy professor attitude. Not a cute mascot — a characterful old rat with classroom wisdom and academic charm.
Premium Unisex Crewneck T-shirt | Bella + Canvas 3001
Great for everyday wear, teacher appreciation, classroom days, university life, teacher casual outfits, back-to-school season, professor gifts, mentor gifts, and funny academic style.
This t-shirt is renowned for its soft feel and sturdy construction, ideal for DTG printing.
Features a side-seamed, unisex tailored fit enhancing body contour and comfort.
Designed specifically with DTG printing in mind, ensuring a clean, vibrant print.
Available in an extensive color range, providing versatile options for personalization.
Produced with eco-friendly processes and materials.
Fabrication: Made from 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton
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FAQ
Who is the Professor Gift Shirt for?
It's made for anyone who studied hard and retained nothing. The humor is self-directed rather than aimed at anyone, which is why it works both as something you buy for yourself and as a gift.
What sizes does the Professor Gift Shirt come in?
Sizes XS–5XL. Every design in the collection runs the full range rather than stopping at XL, so there's no separate plus-size selection to hunt through.
What is it made from?
A premium unisex tee in Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, DTG printed so the artwork sits in the fabric rather than on top of it. Available in black or white.
How much is the Professor Gift Shirt?
From £17.50, depending on size. It's printed to order, and shipping is calculated at checkout based on your delivery address.
Is the artwork original?
Yes — every character starts as a hand-drawn sketch by ArtDesignByNora, in a vintage ink and watercolor style. Nothing in the shop uses templates, stock graphics or clip art.
