The Impressions Product Guide

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	October 30, 2007 • Vol. 4, No. 19


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Accessorize for Success
Though wearables such as T-shirts and plackets take up a considerable chunk of the decorated apparel market, accessory items such as tote bags, towels and blankets are holding their ground as specialty gift items that make for an even more unique present if embellished. Check out the latest accessory items in the following guide, and scroll to the bottom of this issue to link to related articles.

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With a detachable zip-off front compartment for easy embellishment, the Away-Gamer bag (style 024) from Game Sportswear includes a side compartment for sport balls. It also features a shoe compartment and mesh water bottle holder.

Vantage Apparel's lightweight waffle spa robe (style 0620) features double belt loops and is offered in white and pink. It's available in one size fits most.

Capable of transporting pets up to 12 lbs, the pet bag from Cobra Caps includes a removable carpet, padded interior and a 4" x 5.5" picture window. Style STP19 comes in black.

Condict & Co.'s infant towel set is made from 100% white cotton and includes a 32" x 34" hooded towel and matching 6" x 9" terry gloves. Sets come in white with pink, blue or white trims.

Y2K non-woven bags from American Ad Bag come in sizes 16" x 6" x 12" or 20" x 6" x 16" and feature 28-inch handle straps. They come in an array of fashion-forward colors.

This waterproof 200 denier diaper bag from Aprons Etc. measures 13.5" x 13.5" x 4.5" and features a full front pocket in addition to two bottle pockets. Numerous colors are offered.

Customizable luggage spotters from Vapor Apparel are removable and fit around most bag handles, according to the company. The spotters attach to handles with Velcro and feature an inside area for contact information.

Atchison Products Inc.'s Princeton Travel Duffle (style AP6399) is made from 420 denier nylon and boasts a large compartment with an interior zippered pocket, front and back zippered pockets, snap-down sides and wrapped handle grips.

Afghans from Atlantic Afghans are made from 100% U.S.-grown cotton and are machine washable. Three sizes are offered.

The Tri-Color Drawstring Backpack (style 1920) from Augusta Sportswear is made from 210 denier nylon and features a hemmed top, zippered front pocket and black bottom with white accent piping.

The Port Authority Zero Twist Resort Towel (style TW55) from SanMar is made from 100% bonded cotton, providing an increased surface area for higher absorbency than standard loop terry, according to the company. Seven colors are available.

Australian Outback Collection's Bluey Tote (style 7637) is made from 100% hemp and lined with 100% yarn-dyed cotton. It features two 10-inch deep pockets

This yoga canvas bag (style 500) from Bella is made from 14-ounce 100% cotton and features an adjustable strap, contrast piping, two center stripes and an inside zipper pocket. Several color combinations are available.

Bumkins Finer Baby Products offers 100% cotton velour, terry and flannel baby bibs.

These preshrunk 80% cotton/20% polyester baby French terry shorts (style 1597) from Barry T. Chouinard feature a straight leg and drawstring waist. Sizes S-XL come in eight garment-dyed colors.

Constructed of black polyester, Coastal Business Supplies Inc.'s messenger bag can be decorated by heat transfer or sublimation. It includes a removable flap and inside pockets.

The Traveler Convertible Bag/Blanket from Charles River Apparel is made from water-resistant Softex polyester and lined with anti-pill Horizon fleece. It features large zippered front and back pockets, black zippers and detachable carrying strap.

Dart Business Accessories offers its leather brief bag, which features a front pocket, cell phone holder and mesh water bottle pocket.

This coral fleece throw from Hanco is made from 100% anti-pill polyester and finished with matching binding.

The League nylon bag (style 9411) from Holloway Sportswear is water-resistant and features a large main compartment with a two-way zipper, raised piping and a hard removable bottom. Eight tri-color designs are available.

This insulated polyester tote from Kool Pak Inc. is waterproof and features shoulder-length handles, inside zippered pocket, outside iPod pocket and an outside mesh bottle pocket. It's offered in seven colors.

Philadelphia Rapid Transit's sewn braid straw tote (style T122) is available in this one natural color.

Measuring 17" x 10" x 8", River's End Trading Co.'s Retro Sport medium duffle bag (style M1005) features one large zippered area and an external zip pocket, nylon handles with leathered grip and a detachable shoulder strap.

Anvil's Messenger Bag, distributed by S&S Activewear, includes a main compartment with an inside slip pocket and adjustable clasp closure. The front flap is lined and has zippered side openings for easy embellishment access.

The 50" x 62" Pillow Blanket (style 3004) from Sierra Pacific Apparel is made from 100% polyester fleece and folds into a 12-inch square pillow. It's offered in pink, in addition to 10 other colors.

Sportco's black microfiber tote measures 16" x 12" x 5" and features a zipper pocket and cell phone compartment inside. Each bag comes with a set of three customizable ribbons.

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Terry and Totes
Personalized goods receive a warm welcome as either gifts or promotional items.

Digitizing Designs for Terrycloth
Don't forget these important tips when creating a digital embroidery design file to sew out on towels and other deep-pile fabrics.

Oh, Goody Bag
When it comes to bags, totes and backpacks, let personalization carry you to high-margin sales.

Tame the Terrycloth Beast
Follow these basic tips for embroidering on terry and fleece products.

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