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?

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!

How To Reward With Custom Ribbons

Custom ribbons are a great way to celebrate and reward a job well done.

It is that time of year when people begin looking for a way to say thank you. Whether it is for a school function, a sporting event or an office celebration, everyone loves receiving a reward.

From “Great Job” to “Student of the Month” and even “Most Improved,” ribbons are perfect for all your rewarding needs. Here are several ideas to reward those who deserve it most.

Rosette ribbons are a perfect award for anyone.

These ribbons are available in stock titles and custom designs. Reward someone for an excellent performance on the job with a stock ribbon exclaiming what a fantastic job they did.

Quality designed award ribbons are sure to impress, and it will be a continual reminder of any achievement. Recognize the students, athletes and club participants in your life today These personalized ribbons are perfect for any accomplishment.

Need something a bit more custom? No problem. Design your rosette to meet your needs. Customize any of these ribbon options with text, logos and other personalized details. They are perfect for the office, your school room or any “Best of Show” award you need.

Don’t underestimate the power of a classic badge ribbon.

Yes, these ribbons are best known for their uses at conferences and conventions. They are great for using with name tags and name badges. And they designate speakers, visitors and others perfectly. However, did you know that they are an exciting and useful custom product?

Use these ribbons for their functional stock titles. Create unique badge ribbons for a fun change in title or reward. And what fun it is to order blank badge ribbons for a unique reward for your favorite person. Full color ribbons are perfect to use as an award for a student presentation.

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There are countless ways to use value plaques. And, with tons of custom options, you can give them your unique style. Value plaques make terrific awards for sporting events, baking contests, art competitions and so much more. And they are perfect for placement and academic awards.

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Creative Ribbon Flowers and Roses

Who needs a garden when you can have flowers all the time?

Spring is in the air, and flowers are blooming everywhere. But, if you’re like me, you want flowers all year long. So, here is a quick ribbon tutorial to make some bright, fun flowers that will last a very long time.

Simple Loop Daisies

These fun flowers can be as bright or as mellow as you want them. Choose anywhere from one to three or four colors when you create this masterpiece. These particular flowers were made from 3/8 inch grosgrain ribbons.

Cut each ribbon to your desired length remembering that exterior colors will need to be longer than the inside ones. Using a needle and thread, start sewing these ribbons into small loops. Start by stacking your ribbons with one end of each ribbon lined up square with the others. Once this is done, push your needle through. Then, line up the other ends to create your loop. Repeat this process until you have eight to ten loop sets finished.

Once you have these done, remember to tie off the ends of the thread. Then, apply a little dab of glue to connect the two ends to form the flower. If you want, add a button or other accent piece to the top of the flower to embellish it to your taste!

Knotted Chrysanthemums

This flower will use about 24 ribbon strips. How full your flower will be is dependent on the ribbon width and length. Start by placing a knot in the middle of each ribbon strip. You can make the knots as loose as you want. Remember that the tightness of the knots will make your flower vary in appearance.

Once each ribbon strip has a knot, form them into loops and either sew or glue them together. Sewing will allow for shaping once the flower is all put together. Continue sewing each ribbon strip to the others until you reach the desired look. And, when that is finished, add any center embellishment you wish.

Ribbon Roses

One of the easiest ways to turn a strip of ribbon into a flower is with this rose tutorial. Start with about two feet of ribbon roll. Use a running stitch along one end of the snipped ribbon and down one side of the ribbon the full length. Finish the stitch by running it along the other end and tie your thread off.

Once this is done, tie one ribbon end into a knot and carefully gather the ribbon together around this knot. Then, hold the knot in one hand and wrap the rest of the ribbon length around it. Arrange the folds and petal shapes into the desired effect and sew the bottom of the rose together so it will hold its shape.

Finishing Touches

Add stems to each of these ribbon flowers and put them in a decorative vase to display in your favorite place. Or, add a clip to the back and wear them in your hair or on a lapel. How about using them as table scatter? No matter your choice, each flower is sure to find its place in your home and your heart!

Brand Loyalism & How to Get It

Follow these simple rules to improve your unique brand identity.

No matter the product or service your company is selling, your brand is what says it all. So, how do you maintain and strengthen your brand in the world today? Here are several simple tips on how to do just this. And all of it done by using personalized ribbons!

Maintaining Your Brand

When it comes right down to it, the only difference between you and your competitors is your branding. A standard comparison is Pepsi and Coca-Cola. Both sodas taste about the same and have similar recipes, but their branding is entirely different. From logo colors to marketing gimmicks and strategies, they both know how to reinforce their brand.

So, how can you have it all? Say hello to personalized ribbon marketing!

Whether you have an established company or one that is just beginning, don’t underestimate the power of a custom ribbon. And, if designed correctly, these ribbons carry more than just your logo or image. They sell your brand and promote your company progression.

While personalized ribbons are commonly associated with events, holidays and other festive occasions, they can also add individuality to your professional image. And no matter what you think about these ribbons, they will help your branding retain your marketing strategies.

However, there are some things to consider.

Even large companies use custom ribbon marketing. Promoting your brand with personalized ribbons is almost a must in the world today. From wrapping a purchase at a large department store to sending out event invitations, every business can, and should, benefit from using ribbon branding.

But, to get that branding correct, remember to use personalized ribbons wisely. And remember that your design matters.

Choose colors that either match your logo or compliment your company’s goals.

Use logos and artwork that share your unique brand and message with your employees and clientele.

Consider the ribbon type before assuming it will work for what you need.

And most of all, remember the phrase, “What’s in it for me?” This is especially true when you need to reach a specific target demographic. Remember your audience and their needs. That is what using these ribbons is all about; making your brand memorable.