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Starting a band is a tough proposition. Booking gigs, raising a fan base and releasing music online is enough to discourage even the most talented musicians.

So how do you generate a loyal group of fans when new independent bands start up every day? Cool t-shirts can help.

People connect so deeply to musical merchandise that they keep concert t-shirts for years. The Guardian even ran a continuing series featuring readers' favorite musical t-shirts.

How do you make a t-shirt that people will wear for years to come? By visiting BLT Shirt Printers, of course! Our team of expert graphic designers has nearly 30 years of experience and we know how to create a logo that's ready to rock.

When Alexandria band Feel Free was looking for new merchandise, they visited us. We helped them get their intricate design and band logo on tanks and t-shirts for their upcoming shows.

So how do you start designing a t-shirt for your band? Visit our online apparel catalog to browse our wide selection of clothing. We feature premium t-shirts, caps, totes and even underwear that can be customizable.

Once you've picked you're gear, it's time to get creative. Upload your band's logo to our online design studio, where you can see your artwork on our merchandise. You'll also have access to a wide array of custom fonts and clip art to experiment with.

If you're better at writing ballads than designing t-shirts — no problem! Come into BLT for a free consultation and we'll help you create an eye-catching design that will win you fans and get you noticed.

At BLT, we know the music business is hard, but that doesn't mean you and your fans shouldn't look good while you work your way to a record deal.

The military is always looking for new and inventive ways to protect its troops. They've just developed new body armor for their female soldiers, which will protect them without inhibiting their motions.

Now the military is experimenting with a new fabric that is resistant to chemical and biological weapons. This breakthrough fabric is breathable and thin, meaning that it could potentially replace cumbersome, hot and impractical chemical gear currently issued to soldiers.

At BLT Shirt Printers, we think you should take a lesson from the military. No, don't arm your workers or make them march in formation — but keep their comfort and safety in mind when creating company uniforms.

Whether your uniforms need an update to keep up with the changing weather or just a change to keep your workers more comfortable, BLT can help you make the change.

Browse our online clothing catalog to see our wide range of uniform options. We have the perfect material for any job. Work in the food service industry? Your employees will thank you for uniforms that repel stains or wicks away moisture. Customer service reps can look neat all day in career apparel that resists wrinkles or features no-curl collars. For those in construction or outdoor labor, feel comfortable in the winter weather with clothes that block out the cold and wind.

Once you've picked out the fabric that's best for your employees, it's time to design. Already have a company image or logo? Upload it into BLT's online design studio to see it on our full range of clothing.

If you feel it's time for a stylish update to your uniform, but don't know where to start, visit BLT for a free design consultation. With nearly 30 years of design experience, we can help you pick out complimentary colors and an eye-catching logo.

At BLT, we know that a happy worker is an efficient worker. So invest in your company's uniforms so your employees can invest fully in your company. You'll be glad you did, and you'll all look so stylish to boot!

Apparel story Flavour Gallery has a very specific audience in mind, selling t-shirts, aprons and more to foodies and chefs. Their latest shirts feature designs from celebrity chefs such as Andrew Zimmerman and Chris Cosentino.

At BLT Shirt Printers, we admire Flavour Gallery's business strategy. Small businesses should take time to truly consider who their target audience is, then design merchandise that caters to their tastes.

In a crowded marketplace, a clever slogan or interesting design can set you apart from similar businesses and earn you customers. Come to BLT for help creating merchandise that will keep you customers interested and win you new business.

The more people like and enjoy your t-shirts, the more they will wear them. Every person sporting your logo serves as a walking billboard for your company. Those that don't even know what your business does might choose to look you up because of a striking business design.

Stock your stores with cool caps, t-shirts, totes, car magnets, long-sleeved shirts and more to draw in your customers. Browse our online clothing catalog to get an idea of the wide range of promotional items we can tailor to your business.

Once you've selected your pieces, it's time to customize. If you already have a nifty graphic logo or a snappy slogan, go to our online design studio to see your creations on our merchandise. There you'll have access to our wide range of clip art and fonts to further customize your design.

If you have an idea but no way of expressing it, come in for a free consultation with one of our expert graphic designers. At nearly 30 years of design experience, we can help you find the voice that will speak to your customers.

Whether you're just starting out in the business world or you're looking to expand your customer base, BLT can help you create merchandise that will bring in business. At BLT, we believe in the power of the t-shirt.

'Tis the season to start planning your holiday gifts for friends, family and customers. This year, instead of sending a fruit cake or gifting people with logo pens, why not get a little creative with your gift giving? One great way to keep customers thinking about you during the holidays is to offer them a cool custom present with your company's logo on it.

If your design is well liked, a promotional present might just be a gift to your business as well as to a loyal customer.

At BLT Shirt Printers, we know that promotional apparel is important to your company. A well designed shirt can promote your business and catch the eye of new customers. A promotional item is also a wonderful way to reward loyal customers for their continued business.

But no one wants a boring t-shirt with your company's name in block letters. So how do you create something that your clients will want to wear?

With nearly 30 years of graphic design experience, BLT knows how to design apparel worth wearing. Our expert designers can work with you to create an original logo or design that will make your company both stylish and memorable to customers.

Our custom clothing goes beyond t-shirts. Browse our online apparel catalog for a look at the myriad of shirts, caps, bags and even underwear — though that's a little personal — that can be emblazoned with your logo.

Already have a design in mind? Upload it onto our online design studio to see how it looks on our wide array of items. You'll also have access to our catalogs of clip art and fonts.

We know that an excellent design can help bolster your business and keep your customers loyal. A beautifully designed promotional item might be just the thing to keep your holiday business merry.

Everyone loves a great design. Be it a favorite band, cartoon character or political statement, people love the idea of expressing themselves through their apparel. But be careful what you buy.

Children's Apparel Network fleece hoodies were recalled from Target stores because their designs contained traces of lead. The hazardous material has yet to cause any reported problems, but caused a scare for all those shopping for children's apparel.

How can your business avoid an embarrassing recall of your merchandise? By stocking a quality product.

At BLT Shirt Printers, we pride ourselves on offering a quality product at affordable prices. We offer shirts, caps, bags and more that offer you both variety and style. Browse our online clothing catalog for a chance to see our myriad of high quality items. Those concerned about natural products can choose from our line of eco-friendly and organic shirts. Concerned about the materials and labor used in foreign-made apparel? We offer a line of Made in the USA clothing as well as items made by union labor.

Once you've selected a piece of promotional merchandise, it's time to customize. BLT offers screen printing and embroidery services which can create the perfect look for your business. If you'd like a more in-depth look at the printing and embroidery processes, watch videos of us at work.

Whether you're looking to update your company's uniforms or simply want a cool t-shirt to sell to customers, our expert designers can help you come up with the perfect look.

Already have a design in mind? Upload it onto our online design studio, where you'll have the chance to see your logo or graphic on our full catalog of clothing. You'll also have access to our wide array of clip art and fonts, if you'd like to embellish your design.

When you choose BLT for your custom apparel work, you can be confident that you'll get a stylish, safe product that both you and your customers can enjoy.

Military spouses have a hard road ahead of them. In charge of keeping the family running while their loved one is deployed, they often must live with long absences and the knowledge that their loved one could be in danger.

To cope with the hardship of an active duty partner, they band together to support one another. SpouseBUZZ.com is a site dedicated to advice, support and community events for military spouses.

What do the members of SpouseBUZZ do when they need to drum up support for their events? They ask BLT Shirt Printers for custom t-shirts, of course!

At BLT, we support those that serve our country and were thrilled to get the chance to create promotional shirts for this wonderful group. BLT worked with the group to create shirts proclaiming "Kiss like you deploy tomorrow". The message offers a reminder to cherish the time you have with your partner before work pulls them away. The shirts were ordered by SpouseBUZZ event manager Rachael Hubbard for a military spouse event. The shirts were a hit and more are on their way for their next event.

Already have a design in mind? Upload it onto our online design studio for a chance to see your creation on our merchandise.

Need some help coming up with a snappy slogan or memorable image for your cause? With nearly 30 years of design experience, BLT can help you make an eye-catching garment that will help you garner interest for your cause.

Whether you're supporting your spouse as they head out to deployment or drumming up awareness for a cause close to your heart, BLT is the best choice for your promotional apparel.

T-shirt designers are always looking for the next big thing. Whether it's the latest pop culture phenomenon or the latest Twitter trend, you can be sure that someone will create a t-shirt to capitalize off the popularity. The only problem with the YOLO shirt you just bought? It'll probably seem passé in a few months.

But what if your t-shirt could update itself with the latest trends? It might be a possibility in a few years. Designers are considering creating a shirt with an ultra-thin LED screen on it that will connect to your Twitter or Instagram account. Your tweets or photos will automatically update onto your shirt as you walk down the street.

At BLT Shirt Printers, we're not sure that every Tweet is t-shirt worthy, but we're experts on getting your message out via some creatively designed apparel. Whether you're trying to get attention for a new business or gathering support for a cause that's close to your heart, we can help you with a striking shirt, cap or bag.

With nearly 30 years of design experience, BLT's graphic designers can help you refine what you want to say and come up with an image that potential customers or supporters will remember. Browse our online apparel catalog for a chance to see the wide array of customizable clothing we offer.

Already have a logo or design in mind? Try it out on our clothing by uploading it into our online design studio. There, you can have access to our creative fonts and clip art to enhance your design.

BLT Shirt Printers might not be able to help you automatically upload your tweets on your t-shirt, but when your message matters, we'll help you get the word out!

Tweet us if you want to know more!

Women have been allowed to serve their country in the military for nearly 100 years, albeit typically in secretarial positions. By the 1970s, however, women were allowed to join the military as active duty service people.

Though the government spends billions trying to protect soldiers with gear designed to stop bullets and knives, this year they realized that their body armor had one fundamental problem: it was designed for men.

For nearly thirty years, women were sent into the field with ill-fitting armor. This year, deploying female troops will be testing the first-ever body armor designed with a woman's body in mind.

What can we learn from the Army's redesign? That uniforms should be created with all of your employees in mind.

At BLT Shirt Printers, we know that your employees probably aren't constantly in the line of fire, but their uniforms should still be working for them instead of against them.

Browse the uniform section of online apparel catalog to find clothing that will keep your employees looking good and happy. Does your company work outside? Consider protecting your employees with clothing that's wind resistant, offers sun protection and insulates workers from the cold. If your company works indoors, BLT can still help you. We offer moisture-wicking, anti-microbial and stain resistant options that will keep your employees feeling comfortable as they work.

Each of our designs is fully customizable for your company. Meet with one of our expert graphic designers to help you create a logo or company design. We can also advise you on whether to choose screen printing or embroidery for your uniforms. You can even watch both processes in progress on our website.

Already have a great company logo? Upload it onto our online design studio for a chance to see it on our wide variety of apparel options.

Whether you're interested in starting a business and need new uniforms or just want to revamp your old work apparel, BLT is your best bet for style, comfort and functionality. Your employees will thank you.

In the world of Star Trek fandom, it's hard to broach a new frontier as far as promotional merchandise. There are exact replica uniforms, mini-models of every character, prosthetic makeup and even working phasers.

With such a saturated market, it's hard to get noticed. Graphic artist Juan Ortiz figured out a wonderful way to get product noticed. Ortiz designed a t-shirt representing each episode of the Original series. Each vintage-inspired original design is specifically tailored to the Star Trek market, while maintaining a unique and interesting look.

At BLT Shirt Printers, we think Mr. Ortiz has the right idea. The key to getting your business or product noticed is creativity. This doesn't mean you need to reinvent the wheel, just give it a bit of a polish. Ortiz took a familiar pop culture product — Star Trek — and put a twist on it.

As a small business, standing out is essential. Small breweries become big breweries by growing their customer base. Having a striking and memorable design to help promote your products will help you stay present in your customers' minds.

Browse our online clothing catalog to choose from our wide range of apparel. No matter what the event or business, we have the garment, cap or bag that can help you promote it.

Do you already have a great idea? Visit our online design catalog for a chance to upload your design and see it on our clothes. If you're feeling lost as to how to create a look that captures attention, come see us. With nearly 30 years of experience as graphic designers, BLT can help you design a promotional garment or product that will capture attention.

Whether you're looking for a way to make your small brewery stand out in a crowded market or simply trying to find a great t-shirt design to sell at the next Star Trek convention, BLT can help your business live long and prosper.

With Halloween around the corner, it's not too soon to be thinking about your Spooktacular fashion. While a full costume complete with makeup is fantastic for a party, but what do you wear when you have to be seen during daylight hours?

At BLT Shirt Printers, we offer a happy medium between street clothes and full Goth makeup: black shirts with glow in the dark ink. We started dabbling with the style for Wakefield High School's freshman class' Black Out Day. And while those shirts won't have a creepy theme, we were inspired by the phosphorescent ink.

How does the phosphorescent ink work? The ink contains a phosphorescent powder that reacts to light exposure. When your shirt (or bag, or jacket) is exposed to light for a short amount of time, the powder in the ink will begin to glow. Like rechargeable batteries, the ink can be re-exposed to light and will continue to glow.

Are you planning a Halloween event or party? Consider offering glow in the dark shirts to your guests. Is your business celebrating Halloween, consider creating some promotional merchandise for your customers.

Browse our online apparel catalog for a look at clothing that might best create a creepy design or a festive look for your business. Do you have a design in mind? Try it out by uploading in to our online design studio to see how it will look.

If you don't know what glow-in-the-dark look would best benefit your business and event, come in for a free consultation and one of our trained graphic designers will help you come up with a cool design tailored to you. With nearly 30 years of graphic design experience, BLT knows how to create apparel that will promote your message and your business. Whether you want a spooky spider web or simple lettering that says 'boo!', BLT is the perfect place to go to make custom clothes for your happy haunts.