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We often get asked what products or items we recommend. While we only carry the best brands and could respond with numerous options, there is one item that truly stands out. The Patagonia Better Sweater offers versatility that can't be matched. This easy-wearing, bulk-free jacket is available for both men and women and has many colors to choose from. Choose from a full zip jacket, or 1/4 zip jacket or vest to find a style and size that suits everyone on your team. What's even better? This product is made of knitted, heathered polyester fleece dyed with low-impact process that...

  Embroidered clothes and accessories feature elaborate stitches and can require special care when it comes to washing, in order to keep it looking new, year after year. We always recommend to follow the fabric care instructions on each item, but here are some other tips that might come in handy! The most gentle option is to hand wash and allow the item to air dry, but we know not everyone has time for that. If you do choose to machine wash, we recommend the following: turn the item inside out to protect the embroidery. try to not wash the...

Survey reveals America's workforce (68 percent) would rather receive a great holiday gift than have an office party – an increase of 11 percent from 2016. Whether you select a warm Columbia fleece 1/4 zip, a Woolrich blanket, or gourmet popcorn, this year ditch the hassle of an office party and reward your employees and clients with a thoughtful gift, personalized with your brand. "Employee and client gifts are a rare opportunity for organizations to show recognition for employees and business partners with a thoughtful gift.  Our survey shows those gifts are appreciated – and a better alternative to an office...

Corporate gifts with your logo are a powerful marketing and promotional tool, provided the items you are sharing are quality. Your gifts say a lot about your business, so you need to ensure that any item you offer is of the best possible quality and that it makes the right impression on your prospects. The business you choose to create your custom apparel will have a huge impact on your success; the right supplier will be easy to work with, provide top quality merchandise from recognizable brands and offer a pricing policy you can count on. Here’s what to look...

Threadfellows is now a member of 1% for the Planet, a global network of businesses, nonprofits and individuals working together for a healthy planet. Along with this alliance of other businesses that understand the necessity of protecting the environment, we’re committed to giving 1% of our net revenue to fund eco-friendly, earth-conscious causes and organizations around the globe.   We wanted to dedicate this blog post to crushing on this amazing organization and the significant impact they’re making on our planet. 1% FOR THE PLANET 1% for the Planet connects dollars with doers by linking businesses, individuals, and nonprofits to help create...

We love to celebrate Threadfellows customers who are doing great things for their clients and building great places to work. Adesys IT Specialists in Madison, WI, is doing outstanding work and has been for two decades. For Adesys founder and CEO Jason Adamany, some of the most important business lessons came from his chief leadership mentor, his dad. Jason said, “My dad was in business, too, and he always said, “Treat people the way you want to be treated.” I like that because it’s easy and basic, but not everyone does it. That ‘Dad-ism’ is a great reminder for me to always listen to...

Hey, meeting and event planners! Dive into these great ideas about great logo wear and gifts to give your attendees and how to give them. According to www.smartmeetings.com, some popular U.S. destinations for meetings and conferences include San Antonio, San Diego, Tucson, Austin, Columbus, Orlando, New York City and Los Angeles. We’ve selected perfectly paired gifts for these popular meeting destinations, including some non-sized options for stress-free shopping. A huge part of giving great gifts for meetings and conferences is in the presentation. Put careful thought into how you present your guests with their meeting gifts. You could present your gifts...

At Threadfellows we help entrepreneurs make their mark remarkable. Having this as our purpose connects us with interesting businesses all over the country. We Talk Chalk is one of those businesses, and we wanted to take some time to share their story with our Threadfellows community. For Melanie Stimmell-Van Latum of We Talk Chalk, tightropes, giant cookies, and man-eating sharks are all in a day’s work as the world’s most sought-after street painter and creator of giant 3D scenes that invite the viewer to jump in and become part of the art. To see what we mean, view their portfolio! We caught up with Melanie...

Welcome your newest recruit to the sales team or reward the whole crew for beating last year’s numbers with packs that perform as hard as they do. Go beyond the typical attaché. We’ve explored the best-loved bag brands in the marketplace and collected the best options that get rave reviews from folks who know well-made products inside and out. We asked Threadfellows’ head buyer Sean Johnson to share his favorites and why they get high marks for style, storage, durability, and function. Sean’s mission at Threadfellows is to explore the market for the best options in branded business apparel and...

Last week, we explored what your team’s afraid to tell you about your trade show uniforms. This week, we’re giving you the straight talk about event giveaways that you may not hear directly from your team, especially if you’re the one who chose them. Reap the rewards of event gifts and giveaways that make a big impact and extend your brand further than the typical trinket. We’ve attended our share of trade shows and events. We’ve had every manner of trinket thrust upon us, only to leave them in the hotel room during the mad dash to the airport. The tchotchkes...

If you’ve worn at least one trade show uniform in your life, you can probably relate to one or more of these scenarios: Secretly plotting revenge against the sadist who chose trade show uniforms based solely on matching the company logo, which is lime green Fearing that the polybagged uniform you just received is not going to fit because no one asked your size Resenting this event’s trade show uniform buyer, a 25-year-old, size 2 yoga instructor who forgot that others don’t wear spandex and half-shirts as well as she does Wishing that comfort and style were the key drivers...

According to a recent study by the Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR), thе аvеrаgе соmраnу аllосаtеѕ 31.6% оf its tоtаl mаrkеtіng budget tо еvеntѕ аnd еxhіbіtіng. More thаn $24 billion dоllаrѕ is ѕреnt аnnuаllу bу US exhіbіtоrѕ fоr trаdе ѕhоw displays. Yet according to the same study, 70% оf these еxhіbіtоrѕ set no ѕресіfіс оbjесtіvеѕ fоr their trаdе ѕhоw efforts. This time of year is chock full of trade show and event opportunities. Here are secrets from top performers to help you make the most of your trade show investment.   1. BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND Did...

It’s the start of a new year and we’re all setting goals. The trick is creating goals and resolutions that we’ll actually stick to. Start by focusing on what simply makes good common sense for how we communicate with others in meaningful and effective ways. Many of these goals are simply reminders of what our parents and grandparents taught us about how to work and play well with others. But knowing isn’t the same thing as doing. If you review this list of common-sense communication goals for 2017 and you’re not already practicing each of them consistently, maybe you’ll find...

The image you present at a trade show goes beyond how your booth looks. Chances are after the show your current and potential customers will not remember your flashy booth graphics or new display…what they will remember is your staff. Their level of knowledge, enthusiasm and how they presented themselves. Few people appreciate that your team is a walking, talking representation of your company’s brand, which means how they present themselves and what they wear is a direct reflection, and one that is remembered long after the event is over.   So how do you present a professional, fresh look...

Hosting an event for your company is a lot of work, and chances are you already have a full-time job to do. So how can you streamline the process? Below are five tips to keep you and your team sane throughout the process, and will result in a smashing event you can be proud of!   1. GET ORGANIZED, AND STAY THAT WAY Everything is easier in the end with a little organization up front! Keep a to-do list and a calendar to get started. Working back from your event date mark deadlines on your calendar. If you are using...

According to Forbes, companies that scored in the top 20 percent for building a “recognition-rich culture” actually had 31 percent lower voluntary turnover rates. This statistic is significant, saving companies millions in recruitment, training and productivity costs. It also speaks volumes to the importance of employee recognition. It’s simple, employees who feel appreciated and thanked frequently are happier, more productive and stay longer.   However, building that culture is not a simple task. Employee reward programs, whether they are for the length of service, performance, or peer-to-peer recognition, take time to research and build. But don’t let that discourage you. We’ve...