Keeping Kids Busy This Summer

School is out, and summer is here. Are your kids ready for all the fun and excitement that comes with this time of year? Are you? Here are some tips to keep all of your kids, no matter their age, engaged and active this summer.

Help your winner feel extra special with an easy DIY ribbon display.

frame award ribbons and hang any achievement from your kids

Did your child win a ribbon at a school field day? What about winning at a sporting event or academic event such as a spelling bee? Help them with creative ways to display their awards.

Find or create a unique frame that suits the award. A fun idea would be to add trinkets, pictures and other items that will remind the recipient how and what they won. While the colorful ribbons will draw the eye to the frame, the other pieces will keep attention and provide any continued recognition that might still be coveted.

Another fun idea would be to use a long strip from a ribbon roll and tack it to a wall. Once this is set up, drape any award ribbons from it to create a unique wall hanging. Or, fasten each award ribbon individually to a bedroom wall and decorate with stencils around the ribbon.

Getting kids involved in a summer reading program.

Check out your local library for some ideas and tips to get your kids reading. But, for now, get them excited with personalized, colorful ribbons. Have your kids create bookmarks with ribbon rolls, or get creative yourself with badge and full color ribbons.

And, don’t forget the awards. Everyone wants a fancy award for something they did great at, and be sure to include your kids! Make sure to award good reading habits during the summer with rosette ribbons or fun badge ribbons. Give them a reward that says “congratulations” or “good reader,” or create a unique saying.

Remember that when you are selecting prizes and rewards to use for a summer reading program, make sure they are both diverse and as inclusive as possible. Make sure to know how tactile your prize needs to be; if the reward ribbon is high in contrast, it will better suit a wide age range.

And, don’t forget kids need to have some fun both indoors and outside!

Using colored craft sticks or shower curtain rings, help each kid make a ribbon wand. Either glue or tape ribbon strips to one end of each stick or tie them around a ring. No matter the child’s age, they are sure to enjoy running around with these brightly colored toys.

Or, make awards using personalized ribbon rolls made into a lanyard. Then, attach a candy bar or other treat at the end for a medal. Make sure to choose treats and ribbons that will make all of your participants covet this award. Then, give these awards out for completing both indoor and outside activities. Make them run an obstacle course in your backyard. Or have them help around the house to keep things neat and tidy.

Do you have any other ideas on how your kids can benefit from ribbon use this summer?

Badge Ribbons For Every Summer Event

From company summer festivities to family reunions, badge ribbons are perfect for every occasion.

Stand out from any crowd with bright, fun and festive badge ribbons. Each ribbon is useful in making an initial introduction when worn with a name badge. They help to break the ice for those attending social meetings and get-togethers. And, it is always fun to think outside the box to come up with unique ways to personalize these badge ribbons.

While name badges are the usual place to find a badge ribbon, these identification tools are perfect for imaginative uses. From group identifiers to getting to know you games, these ribbons help add flair to any event or function. And, here are a few ideas to get you started!

Getting To Know Your Relatives

No matter the size of your family, getting everyone together in one place and at one time is a massive undertaking. And making sure that everyone in attendance knows each other can be a daunting task.

From colors to fun titles like Cousin or Great-Aunt, badge ribbons are an excellent way to identify people. Start with name badges so that everyone won’t be guessing people’s names all day. Then, attach badge ribbons to familiarize each other with how they are related. Create custom ribbons with words such as father, aunt, cousin, sister or choose the last name to indicate from which family line they originate.

Fundraisers are also a common place to see badge ribbons.

These ribbons are a fantastic tool for identifying a cause or support group for each fundraiser. Choose a color, such as pink for breast cancer support or a rainbow ribbon for autism supporters, and then add a title or function for the wearer to attach to their name badge. Stacking personalized ribbons on name badges is an effective way to identify any role at these and other events.

Networking and Meeting New People

Titles are a typical thing to see imprinted on badge ribbons. However, use your imagination and come up with fun things to add to these promotional ribbons. They don’t always have to be professional. Add silly things that will make them memorable such as Coffee Fiend or Here For The Food. Let attendees pick out something that describes their personality so others at a conference or corporate meeting will feel more at ease.

And remember…

Badge ribbons are inexpensive and come in both horizontal and vertical designs and can be customized to meet any need for any function. Don’t limit yourself while using these tremendous personalizing tools. Even order blank ribbons to quickly identify specific groups by a single color worn by each person.

Champions Worth Celebrating

From an equestrian event to a school essay contest, all champions deserve an award ribbon!

award all champions in your competitions with these rosette ribbons Award ribbons by their very nature suggest that something extraordinary has happened. Whether presenting an award at a student fair, an animal showcase or a sporting event, every award should accurately reflect the achievement. And with that recognition, all champions are sure to enjoy the attention they will receive after getting a special ribbon such as a rosette.

When it comes to award ribbons, rosettes are often the most recognizable and most commonly used. These elegant ribbons have multiple ribbon streamers and fancy points and pleats. And most come with a center button that can be customized to meet any need.

Choose from fancy colors to an even more elegant button and imprint details to make these awards perfect for celebrating any superior achievement. And, with stock and custom options, we’re sure to have what you need for your champions.

Customize each ribbon with special text, logos and graphics to represent the award and the champion. Add names, titles, award merits and more to the streamers. Each button has room for a logo or graphic that will match to each of the champions. And, match the colors to any theme or personal taste.

Recognize Achievement at Games and Competitions

Reward game winners and celebrate all champions with these fabulous custom ribbons. These quality designed awards are sure to impress all competitors, and will be a constant reminder of any achievement. And, with an abundance of color and room for a personal message, these rosette award ribbons are perfect for nearly every occasion and event.

Rewarding Every Accomplishment

It doesn’t matter if your champions are at work, at school or at home, they all deserve the attention a rosette ribbon will give. High-quality custom ribbons send a clear message of this appreciation and congratulations.

3 Easy Decorating Tips for Any Wedding

From centerpieces to the cake, decorating for a wedding is fun.

Personalized ribbons pair perfectly with any event. And that includes a wedding! Use custom ribbons on your party favors, for your invitation cards, and, of course, in all of your decorating.

Customize ribbon rolls with the bride and groom’s names, the wedding date and any other details about the day. Or choose a romantic phrase such as Forever Begins Today or True Love Is The Greatest Adventure. Match the ribbons to the wedding theme by choosing colors that either match or complement them.

One thing to take into consideration when getting ribbon rolls for your wedding decorating is the size of the ribbon. Wider ribbons are used to decorate cakes, tables and chairs. Use skinnier ribbons for centerpieces, flowers and party favors. So, make sure to pick the width that best matches what your needs are. And don’t be afraid to mix the widths to create a unique creation in your decorating.

Tables, Chairs and Walls

From ribbon backdrops to simple table centerpieces, personalized ribbons are perfect for all your decorating needs. Spice up a photo booth with colorful, custom ribbons. Add a unique flair to tables with cheerful and detailed ribbons tied around candle holders or even silverware.

Make seating arrangements with specially made ribbons for the bride and groom. Or wrap ribbons around the back of all the seats for a more traditional approach. Drape ribbons across or around each table for added charm.

Everyone enjoys a thank you.

Party favors are extremely popular with wedding guests. And, making these gifts part of your decorating adds a unique charm. Wrap ribbon rolls around small bags of goodies or a box with a special treat. Or, use other custom ribbons a bit more creatively. Use full-color ribbons for a fun keepsake. Add pictures or graphics to make these ribbons something special and give them to attendees, so they remember your special day.

And, of course, a wedding isn’t complete without flowers!

From boutonnieres to the bridal bouquet, ribbon rolls enhance even the smallest flowers at a wedding. Add custom wedding information to any ribbon for your personalized look. Create a romantic and ornate bouquet of flowers by adding a trail of flowing personalized ribbons. Wrap flower stems with your color and fabric choice. Hang small flower bunches from tables and wall fixtures for a fun and festive feel.

Planning a wedding takes time and a lot of patience. But, no matter how simple or how lavish your wedding is, personalized ribbons will make any wedding unforgettable.

Summer Party Fun and Creative Ribbons

Whether your summer party is beach themed or is just a bunch of friends hanging out, personalized ribbons are perfect for your decor and more!

Get people excited about your summer party plans with custom badge ribbons. Badge ribbons are a great way to identify people. At a family reunion, start with name badges so everyone won’t be guessing people’s names all day and then attach badge ribbons to familiarize each other with how they are related. Create custom ribbons with words like cousin, aunt, sister or choose a last name to indicate from which family line they originate.

Use custom ribbons for party games, decorations, name tags and more.

Picnics, barbecues and other outdoor activities are perfect for some summer ribbon roll fun. They make great decorations for your next family or employee gathering. Personalize each ribbon with a last name or the reunion’s date. From wreaths to table centerpiece decorations, ribbons are just asking to be part of your summer fun this year. Use them for wrapping gifts or just something fun to give away for party prizes.

Use badge ribbons and award ribbons for everything from games to recognizing who’s who. As far as picnics go, add a splash of color to a picnic basket by weaving in a ribbon with your name on it. That way your basket doesn’t get lost or confused with the masses at the party.

And don’t forget the kids!

Ribbon wands are a fun way to use up some brightly colored scrap ribbons you might have on hand. Either paint craft sticks or buy some that are already colored. Then, glue or tape ribbon roll strips to the end of each stick. Another fun variation is to use shower curtain rings and tie the ribbon strips around them. These are sure to be a hit with all the kids at your summer party!

Or, make awards using personalized ribbon rolls fashioned into a lanyard. Then, attach a candy bar at the end for the medal. Choose candy bars and ribbons that will make all of your party participants covet this award.

From family reunions to work activities, ribbons are sure to liven up any summer party!