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Awards & Customization

Ideas and how-to for awards, recognition and personalization businesses: laser engraving, sandcarving, routing, UV printing and sublimation on gifts and promotional products. Learn new techniques, find equipment and grow your customization business.

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  • product picks december 25
    Apparel

    Product Picks: December 2025

    Products that caught our attention from Avery Dennison, Epson, Ink Innovations, Ninja Patches & Roland DGA.
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  • Images courtesy of Minuteman Press
    Apparel

    Minuteman Press Franchise Owner Eric Shank earns award

    Shank, who has been with Minuteman Press for 12 years, purchased his shop in May.
    Read More →: Minuteman Press Franchise Owner Eric Shank earns award

  • Latest Awards & Customization News

  • GPX team
    Apparel

    What to read while you wait for GPX 2026

    Catch up on must-read content from some of our GPX partners & exhibitors.
    Read More →: What to read while you wait for GPX 2026
  • Image courtesy of Radian Laser - engraving leather patches
    Awards

    How to expand your engraving operations

    Stay laser-focused on personalization.
    Read More →: How to expand your engraving operations
  • direct-to-object printing drinkware
    Custom Gifts / Promotional Products

    Why direct-to-object printing should be your business’ next investment

    Use DTO printing to broaden the range of personalized items your shop can create.
    Read More →: Why direct-to-object printing should be your business’ next investment
  • old black and white photos - photoshop restore
    Graphic Design/Software

    Restore & revive: Bringing old images to life in Photoshop

    There are numerous tools & techniques that are specifically designed for the restoration workflow.
    Read More →: Restore & revive: Bringing old images to life in Photoshop
  • Images courtesy of P&M Apparel family business
    Apparel

    Passing down the family business

    How P&M Apparel tackled succession planning as a third-generation, family-owned shop.
    Read More →: Passing down the family business
  • awards
    Awards

    Wow-worthy awards for year-end recognition

    It’s your time to shine with recognition awards.
    Read More →: Wow-worthy awards for year-end recognition
  • burnout stress meter
    Business and Marketing

    How to reduce workplace burnout

    Spot & reduce stress at your company.
    Read More →: How to reduce workplace burnout
  • Q1 sale The inscription Upselling on a black notepad that lies on financial calculations.
    Business and Marketing

    Q1 sales don’t wait for January

    Build your pipeline now.
    Read More →: Q1 sales don’t wait for January
  • A collection of merchandise is displayed against a neutral background. Visible items include a bright yellow hooded sweatshirt, two canvas tote bags (one light grey and one off-white with dark straps), two white ceramic mugs, one yellow ceramic mug, a yellow baseball cap, and a dark grey thermos with a handle. The items are arranged in a visually appealing composition, suggesting a product showcase or promotional display. apparel
    Apparel

    How to grow your apparel business beyond T-shirts

    Tips for moving beyond the basics.
    Read More →: How to grow your apparel business beyond T-shirts
  • Karen Fraielli & Valerie Chanoux (Image courtesy of Minuteman Press)
    Apparel

    Minuteman Press Franchise Owners Karen Fraielli & Valerie Chanoux celebrate 25-plus years

    Fraielli & Chanoux received the Minuteman Press International Crystal Pinnacle Award.
    Read More →: Minuteman Press Franchise Owners Karen Fraielli & Valerie Chanoux celebrate 25-plus years

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