Entries by Creativej Admin

Tumblers 101

We’ve all seen those popular tumblers – you know, the ones that are usually acrylic with a screw-on lid and straw? Did you ever wonder what the difference is between the price points you see and the product materials? Well, even if you didn’t wonder, here’s a quick run-down on what to look for when […]

The Perfect Spatula

Every once in awhile we come across a product that we just love, and this was one of those items. The Lift It Spatula: Ok, so it’s a spatula, you say. But wait, it’s more! Not only is it a nice, heavy-duty, substantial spatula, but it has a nifty little feature that keeps it off […]

Zockets in Your Pockets

No, it’s not a Dr. Seuss book, it’s what our favorite apparel company, Vantage, calls their embroidery pockets – Zockets! What are embroidery pockets? They are a feature usually specific to apparel that is made to decorate. It’s a hidden zippered pocket, usually found on items such as jackets which have a lining. In order […]

Laser Etching – Decorating Methods #1

Since there’s so many decorating methods for apparel, in addition to the standard embroidery and screenprinting, I thought it might be a good idea to talk about some of them. One of our favorite decorating methods is laser etching. Instead of adding something to the apparel, like stitching with embroidery or ink with screenprinting, laser […]

The Wicking Myth – Performance Fabrics

What are “performance fabrics?” These are fabrics which are engineered to offer some special feature, usually moisture-wicking capabilities. Most moisture wicking fabrics are comprised of dual layers, usually an inner layer which wicks the moisture from the skin and an outer layer which allows the moisture to evaporate quickly. This helps to keep the wearer […]