What is “Pique” and how is it pronounced?

It happens almost on a daily basis.  A customer calls with a question about a polo shirt they want to use for their embroidered logo.  Invariably the shirt has the word “pique” in it and they stumble trying to pronounce it. That is really easy to understand.  It’s one of those words that have no obvious pronunciation.  When … Read more

Can you match the PMS colors in my logo?

Your logo is your company’s signature.  It is one of the most important elements in building your company’s brand image.  Therefore, it is very important to consistently use your logo in different mediums whether it is embroidery, signage or advertertisng.  If you don’t it can lessen the effect of your marketing efforts. Most logos consist of three … Read more

Why the material matters in logo embroidery

One of the biggest challenges we face when working to embroider a logo onto a polo shirt, cap or other piece of apparel is the fact that embroidery has its limitations.  The physics of embroidery sometimes get in the way of being able to recreate a graphic logo in embroidery.  When compared to printing a logo on … Read more

Can I iron over my embroidered logo?

You have a nice logo embroidered polo shirt or a nice button down with your logo embroidered on it.  You want to keep them looking nice and crisp which usually means ironing.  But you aren’t sure if you can iron over the embroidered logo on the shirt. Well the simple answer is yes you can iron an embroidered logo.  In … Read more

Why embroidery for your logo apparel

There are many methods to put a logo onto a piece of apparel.  Companies and organizations who wish to display their brand can choose from a wide array of ways to decorate a shirt.  You want to make sure you are choosing the right method for your company. Embroidery remains one of the top methods of logo apparel decoration for … Read more

3 benefits of logo embroidered apparel for your business

Like many people, I sometimes forget why I do some things.  We all get into certain habits, routines and thought processes that we sometimes have to go back and ask the ‘why’ question again. One of those situations is with logo embroidered apparel.  On a superficial level we all wear it and recognize the value it … Read more

Changing embroidered logo colors for different colored backgrounds?

One of the biggest challenges we face when working to embroider a logo onto a polo shirt, cap or other piece of apparel is the fact that embroidery has its limitations. The physics of embroidery sometimes get in the way of being able to recreate a graphic logo in embroidery. When compared to printing a … Read more

What colors are popular for trade show “uniforms” today?

Its trade show season-that time of year where people flock to warmer climates to learn about new advances in their industry and show off their wares to others. Trade shows are a great way for companies to meet a lot of potential customers in a very casual and non-threating environment. Some trade shows draw thousands … Read more

Is there a formula for buying embroidered shirts for a group?

This is another one of those questions we get asked fairly often. A buyer is charged with purchasing 150 logo embroidered shirts for a group. But there won’t be an opportunity to get individual sizes ahead of time. So it begs the question in the title of this article. In general the answer is yes. … Read more