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Heritage Mah Jongg Women's Fitted Tee - The Sparrow Tile

Heritage Mah Jongg Women's Fitted Tee - The Sparrow Tile

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Consider ordering one size up: this fitted tee runs small.

Was the mahjong table a mother-in-law's audition? In Hong Kong lore, yes. Mothers traditionally invited a prospective son-in-law to play, to see what he was made of.

Here is a fitted tee for the person who sees everything from her seat. The small bird on her chest looks gentle. So, of course, does she, right up until she quietly declares a win and starts counting fan.

A Chinese University of Hong Kong course lists housewives among the game's regulars, alongside schoolboys, construction workers and retirees. Stories from Hong Kong families describe mothers using a game to judge a daughter's suitor. It is folk wisdom rather than study, but it rings true.

There is a kindness in the custom as well. Players may loosen the tile, letting an elder or an in-law win. Historians note that early mahjong was mostly a men's gambling game, and families have their own mixed memories of it. Ask who taught you, and you may find out who was really running things.

Slim, 4.2 oz combed ring-spun cotton, soft and light, with taped shoulders and side seams. The heathered colors are blended. It runs small, so size up if you prefer more room. Machine wash and dry on low.


  S M L XL
Width, in 15.98 16.73 17.76 18.74
Length, in 26.26 26.73 27.36 27.99
Sleeve length, in 5.04 5.28 5.51 5.75

QUICK FACTS — MAH JONGG WOMEN'S FITTED TEE — THE SPARROW TILE

Series: Heritage Mah Jongg, from The Mah Jongg Collection

Design: The Sparrow Tile — the One Bamboo sparrow tile, drawn in the engraved style of an old set, printed artwork

Blank: slim women's cut, 4.2 oz combed ring-spun cotton, side seams, shoulder taping, tear-away label

Care: machine wash, tumble dry low

Colors: 8 offered

Sizes: S, M, L, XL

Made to order in the USA



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How does your sizing work?

Every item is made to order, so please check the size chart on this page before you buy. Women's fitted tees run small; size up for a looser fit. Caps are one size with an adjustable strap.

How are items made and when will they arrive?

We make each item to order using premium blanks, embroidery and soft-hand prints. Production takes 2-5 business days (weekends and holidays excluded), then 4-10 days in transit via USPS, UPS or FedEx to U.S. addresses; most orders arrive within 6-15 business days. You'll get a tracking link the moment it ships. Any current shipping offer is shown in the bar at the top of every page and applies automatically at checkout, no code needed.

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What's the return policy?

Made-to-order items can't be returned or exchanged for size or color, so please use the size chart and photos before ordering. If anything arrives defective, misprinted or damaged, send a photo and your order number within 30 days and we'll replace it or refund you.

How do I care for my item?

Apparel: wash cold, inside out, with like colors; no bleach; tumble dry low or hang dry. Embroidered pieces: iron inside out to protect the stitching. Caps: spot clean. Printed glasses and water bottles: hand wash only, no dishwasher, so the artwork lasts. Mugs and engraved glasses are dishwasher safe. Any item-specific care notes are in the description above.

Who makes this?

Merlin Classics is a small Connecticut brand making original retro designs for the towns people love. Every piece is printed, embroidered or engraved to order in the USA, and the business supports hunger relief in the communities our collections celebrate.

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