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Hanes X-Temp Triblend

Just in from Hanes! The new Hanes X-Temp Triblend tee’s.

This tee still offers the light weight feel with 40+ UPF protection of the original X-Temp 4200 we reviewed last June but with a blend of 30% cotton / 60% polyester / and 10% rayon the feel is super soft. The heather  color palette offers a contemporary look perfect for all occasions and events.

We have a sample in the shop so feel free to stop by and give it a once over. If you want a spec sheet e-mailed to you feel free to give us a shout by using the Contact Us button.

Photo courtesy of S&S Activewear

Posted by Leann 7.12.17

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How to Make your Tee Shirt SOFT

The bloggers over at Who What Wear just posted this #stylehack.

I personally haven’t tried this to know if it works or not. But I do know that recently customers have been asking us for a softer feeling tee shirt option when they are  placing  an order. They are finding certain brands they have sworn by for years have now become stiff and scratchy. This might be a good solution to that problem. I can’t vouch for what it will do to the printing either, but you might come up with just the look you were going after.

If you do try it out let us know how it worked. Take some before and after photos too. Those trend setters at WhoWhatWear might be on to something.

Photo courtesy of WhoWhatWear

Posted by Leann 7.7.17

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Happy July 4th, 2017

We will be closed on Monday July 3rd and re-opening on Wednesday July 5th.

Wishing you all a happy and safe July 4th weekend.

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Carhartt 2017

We just added a new catalog to our E-Catalogs tab.

This catalog is for those of you who are so loyal to the brand we can’t entice you to even give other brands a look see. We are now working with Broberry Manufacturing to bring you all Carhartt all the time; including a whole section devoted to Women’s Carhartt gear. How cool is that.

Posted by Leann 6.20.17

 

 

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25oz. Wellspring Water Bottle

With all the fun summer things you have planned don’t forget the water bottle.

I see so many water bottle options in my various e-mails that sometimes I kind of stop looking. This product from Glass America, however, caught my eye. Not your typical sport water bottle, this will lend its self well to more upscale events. Right now they are on sale too which makes a win/win for everybody.

Posted by Leann 6.14.17

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Tie Dye for Summer

Tie Dye always makes me think of summer. Well that and the 1960’s.

While Tie Die is usually  associated with the 1960’s culture it had a  resurgence back in the early 90’s with lots of neon colors. (I can attest to that. I had many a company outing shirt from that era in blindingly bright colors.) Since then it has stayed just below the radar making a fashion come back every couple of years. Because it is not typical, it can make your application of it all the more memorable. (Notice I still remember those tees from the 90’s. Wish I could still fit in to them too….)

Dyenomite (the brand pictured above) has a variety of Tie Dye gear can be just the thing for:

  • Company Outings and team building (who wouldn’t want to be on team Tie Dye!)
  • Family Reunions
  • Summer Leagues
  • Fund Raising Events

The tie dye process looks best with one color logos that are on the larger size with big details. Anything too small and intricate will get lost in the explosion of color. The paw print and heart shaped features on two of the tees works really well for school initials or event dates.

And of course if you want to try your hand at Tie Dye DIY that is cool too. For small runs we can apply CAD cut Vinyl that will make even the smallest event one to remember.

Posted by Leann 6.12.17

 

 

 

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Caring For Fleece

While flipping through one of our trade magazines Promotional Products Business, I found this side bar on how to care for fleece. Since we get asked a lot how to care for items, I thought these tips might help. My favorite tidbit is the wet rubber glove to remove pet hair. That sounds much easier than using packing tape to try to pull it off!  Happy Washing!

Photo courtesy of PPB Magazine.

Posted by Leann 6.7.17

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Ogio Tees and Tanks

Time to take your activities outdoors. June is here and that means lots of summer parties, 5K’s, and outdoor fund raisers. Ogio is here to help get your brand out there with style.

Ogio is all about the details: Stay cool wicking fabric that is ultra-breathable, flatlock seams for comfort, and reflective details so you can be seen. The thing I like best (and yes I have the ladies V-neck tee and love it) is that it is made of 100% poly jersey which gives it a nice soft feel. It doesn’t look or feel like your typical polyester pieces.

The price point is not that much higher that Sport Tek and well worth it if your brand demands a piece that looks the part.

We have samples of these in the shop so you can stop by and check them out. Click LOE320 and OE320 for more colors and other styles.

Posted by Leann 6.2.17

 

 

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Devon & Jones Ladies’ Perfect Fit™ Tailored Open Neckline Top

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V-necks for the ladies is THE thing this week. In gearing up for the summer we are seeing v-neck  tees, and y collars (v-necks with buttons at the point) being ordered most frequently. What if you don’t want a tee or polo shirt?

The DP188W from the Devon and Jones collection might suit your needs.  Here are the specs:

Fabric:

  • 5 oz./yd² / 170 gsm, 58% cotton, 39% modal, 3% spandex jersey
  • Soft modal blend drapes without clinging

Features:

  • Always flattering Perfect Fit™
  • Tailored open neckline
  • Three-quarter sleeves with slits
  • Side slits
  • Longer length for everyday activity and movement

It comes it some nice colors and it is also rated at UV Protection 40+. Handy for spring and fall out door events.

Posted by Leann 5.24.17

 

 

 

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Creative Interlude with Color Palettes

I just turned the air conditioner on for the first time in 2017. In honor of this event and the fact that its is a beautiful day here in Portsmouth I thought I would share some summer color palettes. If your brand can change color based on season or if you are starting a brand that requires bright summery colors these palettes may strike a chord.

 

All of these images are via Design Seed.

This website is a great resource for anyone who loves to play with color, needs to find new color combos  or needs a break from the work day and can use a little inspiration. I can look at this website and tell Dale I am working…really working hard….

Happy First Air Conditioner Day of 2017. I think this should be come a thing.

Posted by Leann 5.18.17