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November 2007 Digitised Issue
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Exclusive: UKL adds four new brands to its portfolio for 2008
Printwear Today can exclusively reveal that UK Leisurewear will be adding to its portfolio for 2008 with four new brands.
Quayside Group exands its product offering with the Fanshirt Brand
The Fanshirt Brand, which is the offspring to a 50 year old clothing enterprise is now one of the most successful promo-fashion labels in Europe. The Quayside Group is planning to extend this further with its recent distributorship agreement.
Win a ski trip for two in Chamonix courtesy of FESPA
Printers who pre-register to attend FESPA Digital 2008 in Geneva before November 30th 2007 will automatically be entered into a prize draw to win a ski trip for two after the exhibition to the beautiful nearby resort of Chamonix. The prize includes two days skiing and overnight accommodation.
Search begins for work wear designs
Universities from across Europe are currently being invited to participated in Lindstrom’s annual international design competition.
Continental Clothing to distribute Edun LIVE
In 2005, Bono of U2, his wife Ali Hewson, and New York-based Irish fashion designer Rogan Gregory launched the socially conscious blank T-shirt line Edun LIVE in an attempt to shift the focus in Africa from aid to trade, their mission, to drive sustainable employment in Africa through high-volume sales of blank T-shirts.
Fujifilm Sericol acquires Colormy AG
Fujifilm Sericol has acquired German based Colormy AG for an undisclosed sum.
Buying into the sports trade
During November, the STAG buying group hosted its popular buying show. With visitors attending on an invitation only basis, the event was packed. Dawn Davison-Read reports on the opening day, and identifies why it makes sense for garment decorators to join a buying group...
Wow transfer paper continues to be a hit
The WoW transfer paper continues to impress the crowds, according to Jim Nicol, The Magictouch. Recently returning from SGIA, where the product was introduced, the company was overwhelmed by the interest it created. Commenting Jim told Printwear Today, “During the four day show we processed over 900 actual leads from clients requesting samples.”
Organic sponsorship
PAN UK has recently launched its mini-grant programme, Organic by Design. According to the organisation’s recent news letter, it is offering to support selected final year fashion design students who wish to use organic cotton as part of their graduate collection. The aim of the grant is to encourage and support students to showcase the creative potential for organic cotton products both in the academic arena and beyond it into the industry. There are up to ten grants available of £250 each.
B&P Graphic Systems simplifies textile printing
To cater for the growing number of companies wanting to output direct to fabrics, B&P Graphic Systems has introduced the D-gen Teleios textile printer. According to a press statement, this wide-format photo-realistic system is easy to use and doesn't involve a transfer process, thus making it a space-saving solution for the low-cost production of high quality applications including banners, flags and soft signs, clothing and wallpaper.
Trade show for garment decorators with a difference
UKL’s latest innovation is the launch of its new trade show in January 2008. Whilst, we reported on the two-day event in the last issue of Printwear Today, this month, we can reveal who some of the guest exhibitors will be.
Indigo Clothing adds to WordPress range of apparel and merchandise
Following on from the successful introduction of a fully bespoke e-commerce website, for Automattic to sell WordPress apparel and merchandise, Indigo Clothing has been handling all aspects of the project including screen printing, fulfilment, distribution and customer service.
FESPA strengthens sales support
Nova Abbott has joined FESPA as sales executive, further building on the organisation’s sales support team, as it gains greater momentum on a number of new and exciting products and events. Based at the organisation’s headquarters in Reigate, Surrey, she will be reporting to managing director, Frazer Chesterman. FESPA has also appointed Katherine Parkhouse as sales administrator and credit controller to support the team.
Admiral Sportswear supplies England Masters football kit
Syscap is sponsoring the England Masters Team who are competing in the Masters Football Home Nations 2007 later this month.
Another new trade show for garment decorators
2008 is certain to be the year of the specialist trade show for garment decorators, with the creation of yet another exhibition - but this time in France, dedicated to promotional wear and its decoration techniques, Communiquez Textile!
Hands-Free picking boosts warehouse performance
LXE Inc. has introduced a new addition to its line of wearable, “hands-free” computers – the HX2 rugged wearable computer.
Hands on technology
Dartford was a hive of activity during November, when Midwest brought its roadshow to town for garment decorators in the South East. Printwear Today provides an exclusive account on the day...
B&B Leisurewear : BB571
New for 2008 B&B Leisurewear is offering the BB571 hoody for ladies and the BB569 hoody for men and also a new organic cotton t-shirt BB570 for men. This enhanced range of organic cotton made garments conform to the Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS) which are internationally recognised, from Soil Association and Fair Trade.
UKL: offering Alo range in 2008
New for 2008 from UKL is the fabulous Alo range of sports apparel such as the M4007 men’s light weight runner’s jacket and the M5003 Men’s pant. With the added antimicrobial treatment, clothes are kept odour free. High performance fabric featuring dry wicking capabilities to keep the wearer both cool and comfortable.
New Extreme weather jacket from Result
New from Result the R69J Junior and Youth Kelvin Extreme Weather & Ski Jacket. Containing over 25% recycled materials with the winter weather approaching this new jacket is set to be a winner for the promotional wear market.
