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Customer Donations: Dorset Equine Rescue

From amazing customer service to providing donations, Coller Industries is all about helping others.

When one thinks of personalized identification, name tags come to mind almost immediately. However, personalized ribbons are a large part of identification needs as well. Coller Industries prides ourselves on our service, professionalism and production in these fantastic products. Our main focus is always helping our customers. As part of this, we often provide donations to those in need.

Once again, we were able to donate to a wonderful cause.

The Dorset Equine Rescue is a non-profit organization located in East Dorset, Vermont. The organization rescues horses and aids in the healing process which restores their health and wellness until they can be adopted.

Kayla Chilcote is hosting an event for the organization. “The mission and goals (for the event) are to raise money for the Equine Rescue so they can continue to give proper care and help pay for the costs they have to pay (for each of the horses they rehabilitate).”

The Dorset Equine Rescue strives to educate the community about all matters of horse care, health, and advocacy to continuously improve the long-honored and time-tested human-equine partnership.

The event that Chilcote is hosting in September will be to benefit the Gymkhana event. It is an event consisting of speed pattern racing and timed games for riders on horses. Often, these events emphasize children participation.

Coller Industries was able to help with the award ribbons for the event.

Stock Victory Torch Ribbons
These award ribbons can be used for any competition or event. They have an attached event card on the back and a string through the top that can be used to display the ribbon. Available in first through tenth place and other titles. Each ribbon has a pinked bottom edge in order to reduce fraying.

“(I’m very grateful that your) company helped us out so we can give the ones who compete the ribbons they deserve since they have donated to the rescue,” said Chilcote.

We are grateful for organizations such as the Dorset Equine Rescue. We sincerely hope that all of our donations are something that helps our customers in their efforts in their communities.

11 Reasons for Summer Time Ribbon Fun

How do you use personalized ribbons during the summer time?

What is it about summer that elicits a sense of fun? Maybe it’s all the weddings, barbecues, sporting events and other outdoor activities. Whatever it is that makes your summer fun, here are some great reasons to get personalized ribbons involved!

There are hundreds of ribbon uses at a wedding, so we’re counting them as the first seven reasons. Here are just a few: bouquets, decorations, cakes, table centerpieces, chair wraps, bows on presents and invitations! No matter what the use, ribbon rolls are definitely key to a summer wedding. Personalize them with names, dates and other wedding details to really make them special.

Picnics, barbecues and other outdoor family activities make up reasons eight, nine and ten! What fun it would be to have decorations at your next family gathering. Personalized each with a family name or the reunion’s date. Use them for centerpieces, gifts or just something fun to give away for activity prizes.

Don’t limit your personalized ribbons to just ribbon rolls. Use badge ribbons and award ribbons as well for pretty much anything from games to recognizing who’s who. Add logos and text to most and graphics on some choices. As far as picnics go, add a splash of color to a picnic basket. Simply weave in a personalized ribbon with your name on it. That way your basket doesn’t get mixed up with another.

And finally, number eleven is reserved for sporting events and tailgating. Support your favorite team with matching colors. Decorate a truck tailgate with ribbon rolls. Or create something to pin on your shirt with badge ribbons.

If you’re cooking outside, spruce up your deck or porch with team colors wrapped around umbrella poles or railings. Use ribbons during professional sporting events and even to show local or community spirit. Personalized ribbons are a great way to let your team know that you’re rooting for them!

DIY: Family Reunion Ribbons

Get creative this year with your family reunion!

It’s soon to be full on summer time, and typically that means a family reunion is on the schedule. Are you planning one this year? Here are some quick tips to help get the ball rolling.

Don’t forget to send out the invitations!
With this as probably the easiest step, make sure it’s done first and you don’t miss anyone. Make these invitations inviting and super special by including personalized ribbons. Simply print up your invitations however you would like and wrap a length of ribbon from a ribbon roll that has been customized with the family name or motto and the date of the party. Choose from almost any color and make it part of your theme.
Don’t want a traditional invitation? Try using a custom badge ribbon imprinted with all the details. Most of our ribbons can be printed with your choice of text or logos. Simply provide all the party instructions and details and choose your favorite color.

Badge ribbons are also a great way to identify people. Start with name badges so everyone won’t be guessing people’s names all day and attach badge ribbons to familiarize each other with how they are related. Create custom ribbons with words like cousin, aunt, sister or simply choose a last name to indicate which family line they originate from.

Another fun way to get people excited for the reunion is to personalize a custom ribbon roll with the family crest or use tartan colors. Even if you’ve never had a family crest, create your own and get it printed on a colorful ribbon. Use these wonderful ribbon rolls for decorations on tables, chairs and anywhere else you can come up with. Even tie them around favors for each guest to take home.

Rosette ribbons can also play an important part of your family reunion. Order each rosette with a title, placement or create your own custom rosette to present to winners of games and events that are held during your reunion. Give a rosette to everyone that participates or choose winners.

Don’t forget to involve the kids in all the fun. From may poles using ribbon rolls to personal ribbon wands there’s a ribbon for everything. Here’s a cute idea: make kid awards using personalized ribbon rolls fashioned into a lanyard with a candy bar attached at the end for a medal. Choose any candy and any ribbon and make sure all participants get this coveted award.

No matter your ribbon choice, be sure to make this family reunion a memorable one with your own personalization. From names and dates to themes and mottos, the sky is really the limit here. Make it your own and have some fun. But don’t forget the sun block!

5 Ways to Personalize Your Graduation

Graduation season is upon us!
Are you looking for ways to make it a little more personal?

Typically graduation ceremonies are done en masse, but are usually followed by a more personalized celebration or party. Here are some simple ways to add your own flair to your graduate’s shindig!

For all those little graduates out there, such as those graduating from preschool or even middle school, who are not getting any sort of degree, acknowledge them with a personalized badge or award ribbon. Choose from a variety of colors to match school colors or the graduate’s favorite color and then customize the ribbon with graphics and text. This is a simple blue badge ribbon with vertical text, but choose a ribbon that will match your graduate.

Another great idea for using badge ribbons is to use them as a non-traditional invitation or announcement. Simply create this as a custom ribbon with imprinted text. Choose your color and add a saying or quote. Add a graduation graphic and the graduate’s name and the date of the ceremony. These are sure to stand out and make your graduate feel extra special.

Recently it has become traditional to acknowledge graduates with a lei or floral arrangement that they can wear. Make this a lasting gift with personalized ribbon rolls.

Making a ribbon lei is easy if you have the right tools. Make these leis extra special by customizing the ribbon rolls with dates and names. Also choose colors that match either the graduate’s outfit or school’s color motif. Make sure your ribbon rolls are the same length for this project.

Start with either sewing thread or embroidery floss measured to the desired length of the lei and add about two inches. Next, grab your personalized ribbon rolls. This version of a lei is great using two widths of ribbons. Simply lay the smaller ribbon on top of the larger and match up one of the edges. This creates a layered look and is sure to impress once the lei is complete. Start your thread with an anchor by either using a small bead or a large knot. Simply start sewing the two ribbons together by using a running stitch as close to the edge as possible. As you use this running stitch, gently pull the ribbons down the thread to “scrunch” them together creating a ruffle look. Just keep up the running stitch and the “scrunching” method until your lei is as long as you need it. Once this is complete, tie the two ends of the thread together. This can then be hidden by a simple bow tied at the ends or by pushing the ruffles together.

Here’s a simple way to add ribbon to the party’s décor! Tie small strips of ribbon around rolled wafer cookies or small Swiss roll cakes. These are meant to look like a rolled up diploma or certificate. What a fun and simple idea!

Needing a decoration that will really stand out? This ribbon topiary is sure to do the trick!

Choose several different ribbon rolls. Use dates on one, names on another and even go with just the colors. You can even use different width to provide a little more depth. Don’t over do the variety, but it is key to make this project truly unique. Find a foam or floral ball and dress pins. You will also want a small dowel or a pencil works well. Finally, you will need a base such as a vase, pot or other similar stand that can hold rocks or trinkets to hold the topiary upright.

First, take the ribbon rolls and cut them into about four inch strips. The more strips you have the more the larger the topiary will look. Then start rolling the ribbons so the ends meet. Secure these together with a pin and push it securely onto the foam ball. Just keep this up until the entire ball is covered. Make sure to stagger the ribbons and colors and alternate directions the ribbons are being placed to give it a fluffy look. Add a finishing touch with a bow on the pencil or dowel that has the graduation date.

Personalized ribbons are here to make your life easier!
Choose your colors and text today to make these fabulous graduation ideas!

Unique Wedding Ribbons

Wedding season is quickly approaching once again!
Are you ready for your special day?

There are so many things to anticipate and plan for when dealing with wedding preparations. From the cake to invitations to decorations, don’t fall short on your details when making everything perfect for that big day. There are so many ways to incorporate personalized ribbons and identification into most details of the day. Here are some great ways to use some of our products in ways that you haven’t yet considered!

We all know that ribbon rolls are great for so many uses. From decorations to invitations to even the cake, ribbon rolls are very versatile!

diy award ribbons wedding personalized ribbons full color custom ribbon

Use these full color ribbons for almost anything at any wedding! As a simple invitations, these ribbons can be customized with dates, names and other information a images. Use these as place holders during dinner or at your reception. Have a contest for the best dressed or the best dancer. Make up your own custom ribbons or simply go for imprinted place ribbons.

rosette ribbons for a themed wedding personalize and customize ribbon

Now here’s an idea that most people don’t think about. Order a custom rosette ribbon with your date, names and any other details you want to include. These can be given away as trinkets to commemorate the day or even worn by members of your wedding party instead of boutonnieres or other flowers. Rosette ribbons can also be used as place markers for seating arrangements or for a unique decoration for themed weddings.

lanyards and badge holders for weddings find your name and find your table

Looking for that one creative way to help your guests find their place at the table? This unique idea incorporates custom lanyards and name badges. While this shows the place settings hanging from trees for the guests to find their names, they may also be spread out on a table. Simply choose a lanyard in your wedding colors and grab a handy badge holder to display people’s names and seating placements.

Whatever your choice, remember that ribbon rolls are great, but not everything.
Use most any personalized ribbon for your big day and make it one to remember!