Crowdsourcing for T-Shirt Designs
I don’t think anyone expected crowdsourcing to become as popular and successful as it currently is. It’s the basis for offerings from online t-shirt company Threadless, Apple uses crowdsourcing to develop Apps. And all you have to do is watch one of the many Microsoft commercials on television right now to see how crowdsourcing aided in developing Windows 7. What exactly is crowdsourcing and how does it work? How can a company or business use crowdsourcing for promotional marketing? Easy. Let’s say your business wants to buy t-shirts for an event but you don’t have the budget to pay...
Read MoreDon’t Forget March is American Red Cross Month!
Don’t forget March is American Red Cross Month. I know it’s only the end of January, but this is the perfect time to plan. Plus ordering early will guarantee you stock in the products you want, avoid any rush charges, and get the promotion in your hands on-time! In light of recent world events, we all know the Red Cross does great things, from organizing blood drives to providing shelter, food, and emotional support to victims of disasters. You can help give back to communities affected by tragedy by organizing outreach programs to raise donations for the Red Cross. Or Give back to your...
Read MoreT-shirt Weights & Blends
T-shirt weights range from the very light (5.3-oz) to a more standard (5.5-oz) on up to the perceived value of a heavier (6.1-oz to 7.1-oz) shirt. The weight you choose can depend on a few factors, such as: budget (the lighter the weight, the cheaper the t-shirt) or use (will the intended recipient wear the shirt to lounge or work-out?) T-shirts have come a long way from something only men wore under dress shirts. Companies like American Apparel have made the tried and true t-shirt a wardrobe essential. Long gone are the days of boxy t-shirts that were only worn at the gym. T-shirts are now...
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