Custom Ink News & Events

Two years ago, I decided to walk 39 miles in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in Washington, DC. Besides a few blisters and sore muscles, I “walked” away with an overwhelming feeling of accomplishment and an awareness that I had become part of the fight to end a devastating disease.

Each month one of our Inkers displays their artwork in the office gallery.  This month Nathan J. has shared his paintings and illustrations.  Nathan began working at CustomInk on our Production Art team, but now has transferred to the Sales and Service team, so he is one of our “Talk to a Real Person” persons.

I love how easy it is to “Go Green” these days.  So many clothing manufacturers are taking steps to use recycled and organic materials to make their fabric. Even more impressive, they are improving their manufacturing processes to be more eco-minded and efficient.  One of my favorite companies is Anvil.  They use organic cotton and [...]

What has two thumbs, great taste, and stands out in a crowd? You, in your personalized t-shirt or hoodie. The shirts I love the most are the ones that have my name on them. Except the neon green polos my uncle made for our family trip to Ireland; those were a bit rough. When personalization is paired with a great design, people who see [...]

Fall is here, which means it’s that time again – back to school!  Want to look great while wearing your letters proudly around campus?  Well, I’ve got T-shirt recommendations perfect for any chapter event – from recruitment to working with your favorite philanthropy to just hanging out with your sisters.   Here’s Kate wearing 3 great [...]

I decided to go through the orders today to find a sports design that could use a makeover.  Our customers have come up with really creative names for their teams. Some of the names are more family-oriented than others, but all of them are important. When it comes to sports, the name defines the team! I’ve noticed, though, that a [...]

It seems like overnight the orders for marching band t-shirts and orchestras tripled!  You guys are out there designing shirts for your sections in full force!  And, I have to say, you are pretty darn creative.  Not only do you use the Design Lab to its fullest but you guys are funny too!  Now, I will not attempt to be funny… at best I [...]

Using color to make a statement is one of the oldest tricks in the book.  Think neon posters, flashy yellow sports cars, the time I dyed my hair fire engine red in the 9th grade (perhaps not the most flattering shade, but a statement nonetheless)!