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Our blog focuses on the stories of evolving & growing trends, how consumer preferences shape product design & development and how our creative approach grows brands.

There is a back story behind our purpose driven partnerships. We strive use our talents & connections as a force for good. Through our posts, discover what happens behind the scenes in our Salem Street design studio & showroom space. This blog provides digital access to our collaborative thinking when we can't brainstorm one-on-one.

Sharing our knowledge, expertise & certified expertise provides each of our partners the experience of visionary assurance, united purpose. If you're local, pop by, we love meeting new people and after-all, access to our downtown space is a local advantage.

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Revealing Our Tricks of The Trade!

In 1500, the technique trope-l'oeil was applied to a flat surface, painting in a way that appeared dimensional & creating an optical illusion. Woven patches also fool the eye. When a logo has fine details that won't stitch well, we combine print & stitch into one patch for the best result. February is National Embroidery Month. This post captures the back story from 30,000 BC to 2026 and embroidery tips. This post captures all the ways we can decorate a cap to make it extra

18 hours ago1 min read

Head Towards An Extraordinary Canvas

The cap has become the modern branding canvas and like the tee , it's a billboard for your message. Caps grab our attention, the visual draws in the viewer! So, why be ordinary? Be EXTRAORIDINDARY. A visit to the showroom is "using your head." Why? Compare fabric, fit, profile, structure and feel. Once you've selected the right cap- consider your decoration options. Graphically speaking, embroidery offers numerous ways to mix processes to create dimension and enhance your st

1 day ago2 min read

The Gramophone Amplifies, Glitters & Celebrates Golden Moments

Tonight is the annual Grammy awards. Did you know that in 1877, Thomas Edison invented the gramophone, the image behind the iconic Grammy Awards? Gold has long been considered a precious commodity. No doubt the glitter, glitz and glam of gold continues to make golden objects precious to the recipient. A couple years ago the rage was rose gold, today we are back to traditional gold finishes. Our obsession with gold, instantly elevates a product, adding beauty & sophistication.

2 days ago2 min read

30,000 BC To 2026 Is Just A Stitch In Time

30,000 BC to 2026- well, that's a lot of time. Over that immense span of time, fossilized remains that show evidence of hand-stitched clothing, boots and hats. Apparently a frequently requested and classic form of decoration, embroidery, has been the "go to" deco of choice for years. As a process, embroidery involves stitching thread into a garment or accessory, creating a dimensional effect with minimal wear and tear. The durability and beauty of the stitch make this a popul

3 days ago2 min read

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