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Not so Odd History: Labor Day

Posted on August 29, 2008 by Craig

It didn’t seem appropriate to me to entitle this particular history post,     “Odd History.” Labor Day isn’t odd. It’s been an American tradition since 1882, when it was first celebrated. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, some records reveal … Continue reading →

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Don’t Make Me Think

Posted on August 29, 2008 by Craig

There was a time in my life when I was constantly reading.  We’ve all had to go through it.  That’s right, I’m talking about our school years.  Some of us actually enjoyed the reading, and admittedly some of us didn’t.  … Continue reading →

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Knowing who you work for

Posted on August 26, 2008 by admin

This isn’t some grand notion or philosophical statement of purpose… It came to light recently that there were those in our department who had not really been given a decent tour of our production facilities, so we put it together … Continue reading →

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Odd History: The Genesis of Bumper Stickers

Posted on August 25, 2008 by Craig

One of my favorite bumper stickers of all time says: “A fine is a tax for doing wrong. A tax is a fine for doing well.” Oh how true it is. There are so many clever bumper stickers (and even … Continue reading →

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Odd History: The History of Ink

Posted on August 22, 2008 by Craig

You know, the title of this particular post is somewhat ironic in my opinion.  Why?  Well, 99% of history is recorded in…ink.  Isn’t it funny that so few of us would wonder about the history of the substance used to … Continue reading →

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Do you have a Facebook?

Posted on August 22, 2008 by admin

For a while now, we’ve been trying to put together a Facebook page for PrintMyRibbon. It’s a great place to share photos, videos, and create a bit of community among people we do business and work with. We’re all pretty … Continue reading →

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YouTube milestones & mysteries

Posted on August 19, 2008 by admin

Today marks one of those significant milestones in our YouTube videos…the first video with over 1000 views…the Bowdabra Hair Bow video. Running a close second is my very own Rhythmic Gymnastics Ribbon Dance Video @ almost 900 views. This is … Continue reading →

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Printed Ribbon Featured in Hyundai Commercial

Posted on August 18, 2008 by Craig

One of the highlights of working for a printing company is the opportunity to see our products in action. Recently, PrintMyRibbon’s Satin Acetate Ribbon was featured in the grand opening advertisement for Priority Hyundai, a Hyundai dealership in Chesapeake, Virginia. … Continue reading →

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The ultimate champion in rhythmic gymnastics

Posted on August 12, 2008 by admin

There are few times in life when something presents itself that is truly wonderful. A General manager…a boss’s boss…promised to do this even though I had trouble even visualizing how it would go. You may have seen the other videos … Continue reading →

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Odd History: The Origins of Stickers

Posted on August 12, 2008 by Craig

Everything we experience in life has had a beginning, an origin, a history.  Every effect has a cause.  Everything and everyone has a story about themselves.  It may be interesting, it may be boring, but how do you know until … Continue reading →

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