a Blog from Apropos Promotions

As Brand Stylists, we here at Apropos Promotions are always looking out for fresh ideas but we can only share a select a number of items to highlight as there are thousands of products available to us. We want to make a conscious effort to share with our client’s what types of “not so obvious” products are accessible. This is why we are launching our new blog feature called “Did You Know?” This will be a continuous educational piece featuring products you may not have known could be branded as well as some fun ideas.

As many of you already know we can provide tradeshow giveaways such as totes, pens and stress balls but did you know that there are also pop-up banners (even eco-friendly options) as well as the whole tradeshow booth itself? These items come fully equipped with all the tools you will need and easy to assemble…a one stop shop. And the best part is that each item can be branded as the pricing is all inclusive. Banners and pop-ups range in styles and sizes so if you are looking for something specific, please reach out to us, chances are we have it.

With summer officially kicking off June 21st, it is only appropriate to share a great way to display your team spirit. Whether you are a baseball or football fan, what better way to show your team pride than with the Ultimate Tailgater Kit. This kit has everything you will need to route on your favorite team, just add a BBQ and some friends and you have the perfect recipe for a great time.

There are many options out there for decorating apparel pieces that are not your standard left chest embroidery and screen-printed logo. Below are some decoration methods you may not be familiar with or may not have known were available.

Embroidery: Decoration consisting of needlework created using a special machine that is programmed to stitch a design combining texture, pattern and color

Sequin Embroidery: A technique in which sequins are embroidered directly onto a garment or cap. Sequins available in Silver Metallic, Transparent, Gold Metallic, Royal Holographic, Pearlized, Black, and Red Holographic

Applique: Decoration or trimming cut from one fabric piece and stitched to another to add dimension or for design techniques. Applique is available in Sparkle, Felt and Twill 

Laser Applique: A laser beam is used to cut single or multiple fabric layers revealing a fine, detailed design

Reverse Applique: A technique that involves placing a piece of appliqué on the back side of the garment fabric. The design is laser cut into the top layer, in this case the garment. The cut pieces are pulled away to reveal the appliqué underneath

Laser Etching: A process that uses laser technology to etch or burn a mark on a fabric surface. This technique allows you the freedom to decorate in different locations. Placement include: Shoulder to Shoulder, Vertical, Left Cuff, Pocket, Back Yoke, Bicep, Split Front Full Chest, Left Chest, Full Back

Screen-printing: The process of printing by squeezing ink through screens allowing color to pass through open areas to create a design. Multi-colored designs are achieved using one
screen for each color in the design

Don’t feel like you are held in picking one method above. Different decoration methods can be combined to create a unique, one of a kind piece. For instance, you can choose etching and applique, shown below. You are only limited by your imagination and the possibilities are endless. Come up with your own ideas or Apropos will be more than happy to help formulating solutions for your logo. *References courtesy of VA*