Old textiles, including everything from t-shirts and socks to curtains and towels, account for a significant portion of space in today’s landfills. In honor of Earth Day, we’re taking a look at some fun ways to turn a favorite old tee into something new. T-Shirt Quilt If you’re like me, t-shirts are your favorite souvenirs … Continued

Trend Alert: Make Today’s Styles Your Own
It’s not about getting noticed – it’s about being yourself and celebrating who you are. Teens and Millennials are boldly leading the way, celebrating their individuality through what they wear and by being unapologetically themselves. Choose comfortable fabrics that suit your lifestyle, graphics that tell your story and add pins to wear your thoughts on your … Continued
Wrangling Your Social Strategy: Engaging Your Community
People flock to social networks for the same reasons they go to parties – to socialize, to network, to kill time or to be entertained. What’s the one thing all of these have in common? The people. Fostering a healthy online community is a cornerstone of social media success. Welcome back to Wrangling Your Social … Continued
Selling a T-Shirt by Telling a Story
My friend told me a story recently about a trip she took Montana. The sky was blue and seemed to last forever. The mountains were everything you expect as winter transitions to spring – the perfect mix of snow-capped glory and granite. The weather was brisk but the air was clean and refreshing. She lives … Continued
Find Your Place in Today’s Office Dress Code
The influence of Millennials in the workforce has shifted office dress codes, transforming what it means to wear a “uniform.” Today it’s less about everyone wearing matching polos and pants and more about giving style choices to employees and allowing more individuality while maintaining a unified look through logos and color palettes. Whether your business … Continued
Wrangling Your Social Strategy: Creating a Content Calendar
When you’re running up against a hard deadline and last minute fires are popping up left and right, it can be difficult to string together 140 characters for a single tweet let alone an entire day’s worth of social posting. It’s moments like these when it pays to have all of your social media content … Continued
Promotional T-Shirt Buying Habits: When Old Meets New
By now, we’re all familiar with online sites that allow consumers to create their own design, have it printed on a blank shirt and purchase or sell those items. These are great for capitalizing on quick pop-culture references and allow people to order a couple of items or a couple hundred pieces. While online sites … Continued
Wrangling your Social Strategy
According to recent surveys conducted by Wearables, fewer than 10% of decorators say they have a well-defined social media strategy and even less are confident in their ability to effectively reach their audience on social media. Taking charge of Twitter, Facebook and other social outlets can help you stand out in a bustling industry, but … Continued
Trend Alert: Upgrade Your Look with Futuristic Details
Sportswear is turning to technology as it looks to the future for inspiration. Embrace sculptural shapes and active designs. Ask for upgraded fabrics that deliver performance features and all-day comfort. Add flashes of color and reflectivity, and expect sleek, streamlined details as the future becomes today. Check out the latest trend report from The Style Network … Continued
The Power of Retail Branded Promotional Apparel
Some things are just better together. Peanut butter and jelly. Chips and dips. Nike and golf. When your client pairs their logo with a well-known retail brand it can lead to a similar magical union, bringing you more sales and your client more attention. But it’s not always easy to convince clients to pay more … Continued