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National Nonprofit Day 2023
Today marks National Nonprofit Day, a special occasion to honor the remarkable efforts that nonprofits dedicate themselves to year-round and promote nonprofit awareness. At College Hill, we hold a strong belief in the significance of giving back and standing behind organizations that bring positive change to our communities. Embedded in our core values is the principle of "to serve and do good," which guides our actions and decisions.
Stories from Casa Hogar
Photos via Casa Hogar
College Hill's Experience at Casa Hogar
Members of our team spent the day outside, cleaning and "tuning up" the residents' bicycles, filling the tires with air and oiling the chains, then had the opportunity to play soccer with the kids, where they beat us in a lively and competitive game.
"Visiting Casa Hogar was a special and emotional day. We enjoyed getting to know the kids and learning more about their everyday lives," College Hill sales executive, Leann Grimm said. "The pride they take in all of their belongings is something to be [admired], and the kindness, respect and love they show each other is heartwarming."
College Hill staff also had the opportunity to take a tour of the grounds alongside Casa Hogar's Executive Director, Jayson, as well as meet some of the youth who live there.
"Volunteering at Casa Hogar was an emotional and fun experience. We learned about some of the youth there, and it was really eye-opening to hear about the struggles that some of them have been through," Poston said. "Casa Hogar is a special place where kids can feel safe and receive an education, like every child should be able to."
More About Casa Hogar
Casa Hogar is a comfortable, safe and happy home for kids and teens, where they receive both physical and emotional care in a fun camp-like environment. In addition to caring for their residents, the team at Casa Hogar prepares them for adoption or to be reunited with their families.
To learn more about Casa Hogar, check out their website for information, photos and donation opportunities! You can shop merchandise made by College Hill here. Proceeds are donated to Casa Hogar Cabo. Thank you to Jayson and the team for collaborating with us on this special design.40 Quick Tips for Self Care
We asked 150 people for their favorite self care tips, and compiled our favorite responses to inspire you to take some time for yourself during these seemingly unending stressful times.
5 Tips to Avoid Senioritis
Guest Bloggers: Kaily and Grace, CH Marketing Interns
Photos via Unsplash
Calling all fellow college seniors: We're here to share some useful tips with our fellow seniors or incoming seniors on how to avoid catching the dreaded “senioritis." As we are moments away from finishing our adventure here at Washington State University, it can be easy to fall into the trap of procrastination. That's why it's essential to stay on top of your to-do list, prioritize the most important things and enjoy it while you still can.
1. Keep School at the Top of Your Priority ListThe only way you get to graduate is if you pass all of your classes. We recommend creating weekly study plans to map out the times you can dedicate to studying or doing homework. This way, you have already created your schedule and just need to follow it. We recommend using a planner or Google calendar and color-coding your classes.
2. Hold Each Other AccountableAnother helpful tool is to study with your friends or people in your classes to help hold each other accountable. We know that when we study alone, we finish earlier than we planned or start going on our phones because there is no one there to tell us otherwise. This can also make studying more enjoyable overall!
3. DestressFinding activities to destress will become crucial when you are slammed with a million things on your to-do list and need a method to cope. Something as simple as going for a walk to give your mind a break, exercising or blocking out social time in your schedule helps both your physical and mental health. This also helps your productivity because your best work is done when you are also feeling your best.
We also recommend romanticizing your day-to-day activities so you actually look forward to them. This can include grabbing your favorite coffee while you are out running errands, lighting a candle that you like when you are studying or wearing your favorite workout set when you go to the gym. When you make your to-do list enjoyable, you are more likely to get things done.
5. Stay Positive
Last but not least, staying positive will help you truly enjoy the last year of your college experience. Getting an education is a privilege, and we know we will miss the memories we have made when time runs out. These tips have helped us to stay productive and find a healthy work-life balance and we hope that we were able to help you, too.
How to Get the Most Out of Your College Experience
Guest Bloggers: Corinne and Morgan, CH Marketing Interns
Photos via Unsplash
Taking that big leap and deciding to go to college means starting a new chapter full of possibilities and unforgettable memories. As exciting as it is, many students find themselves overwhelmed with navigating how to get the most out of their college experience. Here at College Hill, our marketing interns Corinne and Morgan put together a few tips on how to make your college experience the best it could possibly be.
Get Involved On Campus
With all the different opportunities available on campus, choosing how to get involved without spreading yourself too thin can be a challenging task.
Here are a few ideas for finding your community on campus:
- Get a campus job
- Get involved in Greek Life
- Attend various club meetings to find your fit
Use your Campus Resources
Trying to manage a full college schedule is difficult, so it can be easy to forget that a slew of great resources are available to you, right on campus. Physical spaces that offer tutoring and other forms of support are great ways to keep yourself afloat. Between advisors, professors and other mentors, there’s a wide selection of people eager to help. We all know college is difficult, and you shouldn’t have to carry the pressure on your own! In addition to being friendly resources, faculty members are there to help you establish connections. Try to connect with those in your preferred career field. This is a great way to network and build professional relationships that can be beneficial to you after college.
Coffee with College Hill: Part 2
In part 2 of our Coffee with College Hill video series, we sat down with Pullman, Washington-based REMAX real estate agent, Ashley.
Coffee with College Hill
In our new monthly (and sometimes biweekly!) video series, we sit down with small business owners, entrepreneurs and associates to dish on business and brew.
Reeling in business opportunities from our college network
How a fishing trip came to be so much more.
MY TOP 10 COLLEGE MUST-HAVES
By Guest Blogger Solen Aref, Washington State University
Our favorite customizable products of the season
Last month, our team had the opportunity to virtually attend an industry buyers event, which gave us an inside look at the newest and most innovative customizable products available.
10 Facts You May Not Know About Women's History Month
Women's History Month is dedicated to celebrating women's contributions to history, culture and society! We're taking the time to reflect on the trailblazing women who led the way for change. Here are 10 facts about women's history for Women's History Month!
Top 5 Inspirational Women In 2020-2021
March is Women's History Month! We take this time to honor the legacies of the women who came before us and to help prepare for future women who will come after us. Today, many inspiring women are picking up where ambitious women have left off! Let's prioritize educating ourselves and supporting the women in our lives!
Keep reading to learn about our top 5 inspirational women in 2020-2021!
3 Ways to Destress Post-Midterms
Any college student can tell you that midterms are extremely stressful. Even though stress has been constant throughout this spring semester, midterms have been especially stressful on the body and mind. We often find ourselves surviving on a few hours of sleep, ordering takeout for every meal, and having one too many energy drinks.
It's important for students to understand how to destress and recharge to finish the rest of the semester strong. Here are three ways to help you destress post-midterms while living through a worldwide pandemic!
Our 5 Favorite Pieces for WFH Life
A year into the pandemic, one thing we know for sure is that it's time to revamp this work from home look.
Whether you're still Zooming or gearing up to head back to the office or business travel, get ready to switch up your sweatshirt and sweatpants combo with our top 5 picks for comfortable yet presentable gear that'll at least make you look like you're adulting.
T-shirt Try On Haul
Hey guys, welcome back to our blog! For this week's featured video, we're going to be trying on our favorite tees! We get the struggle of finding the perfect t-shirt, but have no fear, our team members at College Hill have done their research and are super excited to show you what they've come up with!
Put Your Brand On Your ... Feet?!
Are you looking to find new ways to spice up apparel for your corporation or collegiate organization? Here at College Hill, we can customize nearly anything, including socks and shoes! We have socks and shoes for all occasions. These work especially well for things like fraternity PR, tech conferences and brewery resale! These unconventional promotional products are the ultimate conversation starters.
Meet the Tie-Dye Hoodie
Tie-dye hoodies are back and have become the most sought after trend of the season! Yes - you heard it here first, folks. With the combination of oversized hoodies + tie-dye, we're seeing a whole new modern twist on the style.
Hats Off to 2021
The average hat earns 3,400 impressions in its lifetime. With an estimated 69% of US consumers owning a branded hat, that's a staggering number of impressions when hats with your brand are out in the community. Your brand is truly front and center, at eye level. 👀
Meet the Work From Home Bundle
To help reduce the spread of germs, a majority of the population is now working from home, rather than in the office. 10 months later, we are still finding ways to improve our daily work from home routines.
While it seemed to be fun at first, most of us have started finding it a little challenging to manage as the days have gone on...and on. It's time to make this a little easier on ourselves, isn't it? Time to switch up - and improve - the routine.
Meet the Cotopaxi Backpack
Are you in need of a one-of-a-kind backpack that is fast and light for day trips, hikes, or other excursions? Well, we have just the product for you. Meet the Cotopaxi Batac Backpack from College Hill!
The Batac was originally designed to be paired with larger travel bags! It's unstructured for added versatility which makes it a great school backpack, gym pack, and daily travel companion. AND, if you're looking to stand out, every backpack has a unique, funky color combination. So no two are alike! They are incredibly colorful and never fail to disappoint with their amazing color combos and contrasts. Be prepared for a total surprise!
5 Things I Learned During My Marketing Internship
As my final week as a marketing intern/social media coordinator at College Hill comes to an end, I'd like to share some things that I've learned to help future interns get the most out of their internships. But before I do so, I'd like to share a quick trip down memory lane of the last five months that I've been at this remarkable company.
Meet the Brandana
We've been loving the brandana for years. But ever since COVID-19 took a turn for the worst, we have fallen in love with this product even more. The brandana is multi-functional headwear that starts flat and can be worn over a dozen ways!
If you love your brand and want to rep it in more ways than you can imagine, look no further because College Hill has got you covered. You can create a truly customizable product that your team or organization with love!
Meet the Phone Cleaner
It's a gross reality when you think about how filthy your phones and other devices are. Just think about how often you check your phone throughout the day. They're essentially breeding grounds for bacteria! Pretty nasty, right?
With the continuous rise of COVID-19 cases and flu season upon us, it is crucial now more than ever to remember to sanitize everything that surrounds you. Let us introduce to you the Phone Cleaner from College Hill.
Drinkware for the Holidays
This holiday season, consider gifting your staff, members or clients with something everyone is guaranteed to keep, use and love: high quality, customizable drinkware. Hydration is IN!
College Life During A Pandemic
As we all know, the holidays are right around the corner. This means that students will be headed home (if they aren't already) to spend time with friends and family. One thing that I have always enjoyed about the holidays is that it gives us time to reflect and see how the year has treated us. Well, you are in for one because this year, especially this fall semester, has been one bumpy ride.
Meet the Dip Trip
You know that feeling, when you've had a stressful day and you just swung through the fast food line and you're holding that hot, damp bag of spicy strips and nugs, practically drooling, only to realize you can't properly tear into this for at least another 15 minutes?
5 Things To Be Thankful For
Hi again! Skylar here, one of College Hill's marketing interns! As Thanksgiving approaches in a short couple of weeks, it brings a time of reflection and gratitude after a long year. For many, this particular year has brought many of its own challenges, both individual and global. This year did not shape out to how I envisioned it to be, but through all of the hardship, there a few things I can say I am thankful for.
Favorite Fall Meals For the College Budget
As the semester grinds on, it's easy to start to go back to easy, cheap meals like Top-Ramen and day-old cold pizza. However, with a little planning, it's possible to make delicious fall meals that not only taste good, but stay within your college grocery budget! Here are some of our favorite fall recipes we have been trying!
Meet the Wristler
The Wristler is one of those products that you never knew you needed, but once you have it, you don't know how you ever functioned with it.
Product Highlight: 64 oz. Bubba Growler
Did you know that the average human drinks 64 ounces of water per day? That's essentially four plastic bottles per day, totaling 1,460 plastic bottles per year. If you owned just one 64 oz. Bubba Growler, you would be able to prevent 1,460 plastic bottles from going into the environment every year! And who doesn't love saving the environment!?
Here's the one holiday gift everyone on your nice list will love
Any day now, we'll be switching from Halloween to holiday mode. This should be a time of fresh baked cookies, balsam candles and lounging in your jammies, so let us absorb the stress of creating and shipping the holiday gifts for everyone on your nice list.
Our Top 5 Favorite USA Designs
The presidential election is quickly approaching and this year's election might be the most important in modern U.S. history. It is so important to use your voice and vote this year. Be informed, be engaged and take part in something that has the potential to be truly pivotal for the future that lies ahead.
In honor of the upcoming elections, we are celebrating our top 5 favorite USA-themed and election-themed designs from our collegiate gallery.
Remember to submit your voter registration and vote this November!
1. Alpha Gamma Rho's American Summer Design
How to Perfect Your Morning Routine
Sometimes it's just so easy to keep hitting snooze on your alarm in the morning. It's a bad habit, especially if you feel like mornings are the worst part of your day. Newsflash: they don't have to be!
By implementing these easy tips into your own morning routine, you're bound to have a much more productive day!
Spotlight: Chinook Fest 2020
For a new blog series, we're spotlighting various clients, collaborations and brands we have worked with, and the designs we have been able to create with them!
Our Top 10 Favorite Game Day Designs
School is back in session for many people, but it's looking very different this year. As the weather starts to cool down and Pumpkin Spice Lattes begin to reappear on menus - we can feel that fall football is here. However, since COVID-19 and the west coast wildfires have dramatically changed our lifestyles, a few important things are going to look quite unusual this fall. So today, we are revisiting our top 10 favorite game day designs to get you inspired for virtual events, small football watch parties, or, you know, next year's epic football season.
TOP 3 TUMBLERS FOR FALL
We rounded up our top 3 tumblers to keep your drinks warm this fall.
The criteria:
√ Autumn colors
√ Sleek appearance
√ Functionality (double wall construction with vacuum insulation)
All are, of course, completely customizable (just how we like them).
Trend Report: Athleisure for Work
ADDICTED TO ATHLEISURE? WE ARE, TOO!
The way we work is in flux, but one thing's for sure: when we're looking good and feeling good, we're more productive. Comfort doesn't have to mean sloppy, and professional doesn't have to mean a suit. Crisp, smart, functional athletic wear is in, whether your team's working from a couch or an office.
Check out our top 7 picks for comfy and presentable gear from Nike and Adidas.
My Top 3 Tips for Getting Through a Virtual Semester
For most, your fall semester is looking a bit different from what you may have been used to. Whether it's hybrid classes or fully virtual courses, learning online can be an adjustment for many.
Here are some helpful tips and tricks to keep yourself organized, engaged and conquer this semester during such unprecedented times!
5 Things I Learned as a Virtual Rho Gamma
It is no secret that Greek Life plays an important role in bringing students to Washington State University. At WSU, Panhellenic's formal recruitment is a long, but rewarding, seven-day process. Potential new members (PNMs) have the opportunity throughout this process to meet and get to know all 14 Panhellenic sororities through four distinct rounds. As the week goes on, we help women find their home in a chapter that best fits their values and goals.
Trend Report: Oversized
When in doubt, size up!
Our favorite fall trend is oversized sweatshirts.
When paired with comfy leggings, there's nothing better.
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Our Most-Loved Color Combos
We're gearing up for fall and taking a look at a few of our favorite color combos - the pairing of the perfect design with the perfect piece.
Product Highlight: The Gaiter
Meet our product of the year: the gaiter.
You may also know this as a buff, branded bandana or a neck gaiter. We've loved these for outdoor activities for years, but 2020's COVID-19 facial covering mandates put them back on our radar in a whole new way. Let's take a look at why this is the perfect all-in-one solution.
Our Most Loved Tee | Finding the Perfect Fit
Meet our go-to tee: the Bella + Canvas 3001. This is a favorite among staff and clients alike - it's time to find out why.
3 reasons why your business needs a virtual pop-up shop
Businesses everywhere sell customized merchandise that allow their customers, fans and supporters to spread brand awareness out in the world. It's a win-win for any business when your customers show their support financially by purchasing a product that promotes you. In a sense, branded merchandise pays for itself twice.
That being said, with physical doors shuttered around the globe and limitations on space and entry in locations that have reopened, grabbing a tee from your favorite bar isn't as feasible at the moment.
Enter the virtual pop-up shop. It's a way for your customers and community to support you and keep your brand at the forefront, even while they may not be able to show their love in-person. The best part is that, with virtual pop-up shops, you don't need to pre-purchase a stock of merchandise, waiting for it to be purchased. We create what you sell.
That's right.
When we build a virtual pop-up shop for your business, it acts as an online retail presence for your brand, for a limited time. We work with you to choose the merchandise, design and timeframe, create a custom link for your business or organization, then you spread the word. Once your virtual pop-up closes, we tally up the orders and that's how many pieces we make. We can send them all to you or we can take care of the rest, individually shipping orders out to all your adoring fans. Learn more about the process here.
3 Ways Custom Merchandise Can Boost Your Business
Custom merchandise is an incredibly essential and affordable investment for your business. From driving home recognition for your brand to inspiring a team mentality, a custom product or piece of apparel more than pays for itself. Here are our top 3 (of many!) ways custom merch can boost your business.
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Top 3 Travel Tips
Collectively, our staffers have been fortunate enough to travel around the world. We've been through it all - highs and lows. As you start planning your summer travel, take a peek at our top 3 tips!
6 Mobile Wallpapers to Brighten Your Day
This spring has been ROUGH, you guys. Between self-isolation, cancelled classes, commencements and events, working from home, the current state of the economy and no access to social venues or activities, we're all feeling more than a little down.
Project Spotlight: LLS Students of the Year
For years, College Hill has proudly teamed up with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to create custom merchandise for incredible events like the Winter Pineapple Classic and the Firefighter Stairclimb. For the second year in a row, we were thrilled to sponsor the apparel for their Students of the Year program.
LLS is a philanthropic organization that is raising funds and awareness to fight blood cancer. Their Students of the Year program is a leadership development program aimed at high school students. This program helps them gain charitable experience, raise awareness to an important cause near to their hearts and nurture skills like entrepreneurship, project management and promotion/PR. They take part in a 7-week competition to see who can raise the most funds within their networks/community.
Meet Sophia and Garret.
The Best Background Music for Work-Outs + Study Seshes
GUEST BLOGGER: ELISABETH TORRES, COLLEGE HILL MARKETING INTERN + STUDENT AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, PULLMAN, WA
Top 3 Tips for a Quick Spring Cleaning
Whether you love or hate it, spring cleaning is a tradition we like to honor. We're sharing three super quick and easy tips to cleanse your space this spring!
1. Bring a load of clothes to Plato's Closet or a comparable reseller or thrift shop.
5 Tips For Online Classes
GUEST BLOGGER: HAYLEE GECAS, COLLEGE HILL MARKETING INTERN + STUDENT AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, PULLMAN, WA
practical products for times like these
These are strange times, but we're all in this together. No matter who you are and what you do, chances are, we're in the same boat right now. We're all having to pivot and get creative, thinking of the best solutions for our teams, networks and customers. We hope we can help.
Whether you have a team working from home, you're looking for reusable, easy-to-clean products to share with your business, organization, staff, team or customers, or you're looking for sustainable solutions, we've got a slew of products to fit the bill.
Here are some of our favorite practical spring products, for these trying times, and for all times.
10 Cheap Activities to do with Friends
GUEST BLOGGER: HAYLEE GECAS, COLLEGE HILL MARKETING INTERN + STUDENT AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, PULLMAN, WA
8 Simple Things to Cook
GUEST BLOGGER: HAYLEE GECAS, COLLEGE HILL MARKETING INTERN + STUDENT AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, PULLMAN, WA
10 Things to Do in Pullman During Spring Break
GUEST BLOGGER: HAYLEE GECAS, COLLEGE HILL MARKETING INTERN + STUDENT AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, PULLMAN, WA
4 Ways to Get - and Stay! - Organized in College
GUEST BLOGGER: HAYLEE GECAS, COLLEGE HILL MARKETING INTERN + STUDENT AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, PULLMAN, WA
4 Ways to Get Marketing Experience at WSU Before You Graduate
GUEST BLOGGER: HAYLEE GECAS, COLLEGE HILL MARKETING INTERN + STUDENT AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, PULLMAN, WA
Brand Highlight: MiiR
As a PNW-based company, we're seeing MiiR everywhere right now. Chances are, you're probably seeing it, too. This rapidly growing Seattle-based line is socially and environmentally conscious and is focused on sustainable projects that support the environment and clean water. Basically, they're making some incredibly cool gear that does a world of good. Here are a few of our favorite items which are, by the way, completely customizable (just how we like them).
Spring Break: Our Favorite Tips and Products
Spring break is right around the corner! Here are some of our favorite tips (and the products that go with them). Woo, spring break 2020!
1. Bring your own tunes.
Our Little Winter Survival Guide
Once the holidays are over, let's be honest: winter can be pretty grueling. It seems to drag on forever and ever. We're sharing our top 3 favorite ways to fight the winter blues.
1. Cozy up by a virtual fireplace.
Minimalist Branding for 2020
This year, we're all about scaling back while propelling your brand forward. Take a look at our top 3 favorite business designs + branding ideas of the moment, all created by our in-house graphic design team. As always, these can be modified to fit your business, organization or brand. Switch up the names, colors or just use them as an inspirational launching point when you start an order inquiry.
1. Athena Hotel
Syllabus Week Survival Guide
And just like that, winter break is over. 2020 is here and it's time to get back on the grind. Shifting from leisure mode back into school mode isn't exactly the easiest transition. That's why we're here with our top 3 favorite tips to make the most out of syllabus week.
1. Get serious about getting organized.
Our December Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free December desktop background!
Guest Blog: Working with College Hill
Guest Blogger: Solen Aref
Our November Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free November desktop background!
Mobile Wallpapers: November 2019
Mobile Wallpapers: October 2019
Our October Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free October desktop background!
Creating and cultivating | Our Experience at Create + Cultivate San Francisco
When we found out that the Create + Cultivate conference was coming to the West Coast, we couldn't sign up fast enough. Create + Cultivate is an online platform and conference series for creative, entrepreneurial women. Their website provides podcasts, blogs and tips for everything from building a company team and promoting happiness in the workplace to improving your Instagram content and self-care. Their San Francisco conference this past Saturday, September 21, got our marketing team's creative minds churning. Didn't make it? Take a look behind-the-scenes with us.
Customer Highlight: Roslyn Roadhouse
Roslyn, Washington may be known as the exterior location for filming of one of the greatest shows of all time, Northern Exposure, but our favorite thing about it is the Roslyn Roadhouse, a charming bar + restaurant with incredible drinks and people.
MEET OUR FALL 2019 INFLUENCERS
Our brand rep program allows us to work with inspiring college students and leaders, recent graduates and young professionals all over the nation as we help them grow in learning about sales and networking. We also work with a handful of extraordinary young women that are current college students and social media mavens - they help us spread the word about our design services and product offerings on their campus.
Our 3 Favorite Date Dash Ideas for Fall
With fall quarter / semester in full swing, we've got autumn date dashes on the brain. Take a look at three of our favorite themes!
1. Theme: Woodstock / Anything Groovy
Mobile Wallpapers: SEPTEMBER 2019
Our September Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free September desktop background!
this is how we do it.
When Seattle's Pride Foundation database manager came to us to talk about a minimalist, hand-drawn custom design on a soft gender neutral sweatshirt, we embarked on a fun project that took us down to Seattle's oldest neighborhood. Join us as we explore our process, from concept to design to printing to the final product.
Cheers to the Graduate
The first of six release events for our second annual batch of beer-for-a-cause took place on Thursday, August 22 at Flatstick Pub in Seattle's South Lake Union neighborhood - an area our Seattle branch calls home. Four more are coming up this week, all leading up to #CFS: Cougar Football Saturday, the kick-off game of the WSU Cougars football season.
Product Highlight: Next Level Raglan Twist Hoodie
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: THE DISTRICT CROSS-BACK TEE
We love an interesting back on a garment. It's not all about the front of a piece - not even close. An original back detail is one of our favorite elements in apparel.
Back-to-School Throwback
We're taking it back to the 70s this back-to-school season.
MEET THE Graduate Golden Ale
We're thrilled to share that our second annual batch of beer-for-a-cause is ready for release and distribution, and release events are lined up for the months of August and September 2019.
Our August Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free August desktop background!
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: CARHARTT BEANIE
We're crazy for Carhartt, and we're not alone.
The brand has been incredibly popular with the construction industry and anyone in outdoor trades for years, but it has recently swept the fashion world, drawing in loyal followers like fashion bloggers, college students and men and women of all ages, trades and backgrounds.
Without question, the most popular item we're seeing - and one of our most requested - is the Carhartt Watch Hat - an acrylic beanie available in a slew of colors, from neutral to vibrant.
Congrats, Miss Connecticut
Congratulations to the new Miss Connecticut and Outstanding Teen, who were crowned over the weekend of June 7-8 in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Popping Bottles
We're ready for champagne showers. Are you?
3 Reasons to Use Halftones When Designing for Screen Print
Here at College Hill, we create a great deal of designs intended for screen print on a variety of apparel. We wanted to share with our fellow graphic design enthusiasts - students, budding designers or just curious folks - a trick we use to reduce the number of colors used to make a more aesthetically pleasing design in print.
Halftones are the key.
Halftones are the perfect way to create the illusion of mid-colors and various shades without actually adding any colors to the design itself. A “halftone” is simply printing less than 100% of the color in a given area.
Free Matching Bid Day Stickers with Every Fall 2019 Bid Day Order
We're crazy for stickers, so we're thrilled to share that we will be offering a set of free stickers in your matching Bid Day design when your chapter places a Bid Day order with College Hill.
Our July Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free July desktop background!
Our 10 favorite Sorority Bid Day themes for 2019
Bid Day is, for many schools, less than a few months away. If you haven't picked your theme yet - now is the time! Peruse our top 10 favorite themes of 2019, our decor ideas and the accompanying apparel and products we think will work best to fit your theme!
1. Theme: Summer Party - Popsicles / Ice Cream
4 Ways To Travel Better This Summer
Traveling is the best, right? Seeing the world, experiencing new countries, exploring new landscapes and cuisines - what could be better? That being said, you have to be prepared to get the most out of your experience without all the added stress.
Meet Our Art Director, Whitney
It's time for an employee spotlight!
Team Root to Rise + The Tank You Need For Your Team
CUSTOMER HIGHLIGHT AND PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT ON FITNESS TEAM ROOT TO RISE AND THE PERFECT BELLA + CANVAS TANK THEY CHOSE FOR THEIR RETREAT
Top 3 Reasons Your Company Needs Branded Apparel
Branded apparel brings people together - whether that means providing matching backpacks to all new employees, or getting event tees for your corporate retreat, matching custom apparel creates a sense of camaraderie.
Our June Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free June desktop background!
Our 3 Favorite Productivity Tips
We're always looking for productivity tips from our colleagues and friends, but we found some of our favorites yet via LinkedIn and Lifehacker. Read on to find out about the three simplest ways to get the most out of your work day so you can move on from the little tasks and start tackling those bigger projects.
Our Summer Must-Haves
Our summer bods may not be ready for summer, but we sure are. We rounded up 6 of our favorite summer items from our overflowing virtual closet of apparel and products - we think these might be the key to the perfect summer order or gifts for your organization or company.
1. THE BELLA + CANVAS LADIES CROP TANK
This ultra summery crop tank is super soft and comes in 9 colors, but our all-time favorite is this one in heather sunset. The slightly heathered effect paired with the melon-y peach shade gives us retro beach vibes. We love it with just about any design, but think it really pops with a minimalistic line design, like this one, which you can find in our gallery.
Our 3 Favorite Apps for Summer
With summer around the corner, we took stock of our favorite phone apps to help you live your best, most productive summer life. Our favorite season is a time to get/stay fit and learn new skills on the go and these apps make it so easy, you can do it all by the pool.
Our May Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free May desktop background!
Customer Highlight: LLS Students of the Year
4 Tips For Landing That First Job Out of College
As college graduation is just around the corner, we gathered some of our favorite tips for landing that first job out of college - a job that's actually related to your degree or field of study. As CNBC pointed out, many graduating seniors take jobs unrelated to their fields or, in many instances, jobs that don't require the degrees they worked so hard to earn. Before you get stuck in a job rut, consider these tips to get your feet in the right doors - right away.
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1. START NETWORKING WITHIN YOUR EXISTING CIRCLES
Reach out to your contacts - current or former co-workers from part-time jobs, fellow interns or directors from any past internships, professors, student organization leaders, your campus career center and any people you may know in your field, through family, friends or volunteer work.
Share a little bit about your professional goals and see if they know of any companies or openings that may be a fit. You never know who has a friend or contact that has an opening for the exact type of position you're seeking. Even if there's not an immediate in, they'll hopefully remember the conversation for future opportunities.
Mom's Weekend 2019
MOM'S WEEKEND 2019
Golf, Good Beer + Good Times at College Hill's Spring Happy Hour at Flatstick Pub
Last night, we held a happy hour for our clients, friends and Seattle area professionals at Flatstick Pub in Pioneer Square - one of our favorite places in the Downtown Seattle area. We share a collaborative workspace in South Lake Union and are thrilled to have Flatstick Pub as our clients, friends and partners, so it was an honor to host our inaugural co-branded event in their Pioneer Square space.
Our April Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free April desktop background!
3 New Tips for Achieving That Elusive Work/Life Balance
CO-AUTHORED BY COLLEGE HILL + GUEST BLOGGER SOPHIA BERCOW
3 NEW TIPS FOR ACHIEVING THAT ELUSIVE WORK/LIFE BALANCE
1. Don't sleep in too late. This may sound counterproductive at first – if we’re trying to balance life and work, why limit sleep? Should we be up working all the time? Nope. You should be out living. Get a full 8 hour snooze in, but don’t keep silencing that alarm each day, especially on the weekends. You may feel tired at first, but you’ll revel in that extra time to shower, eat a well-rounded breakfast and get to take some personal “you” time. If you get your work or errands out of the way, you can make time to see friends, get in a solid workout or just stay in all night with a cup of tea and YouTube cat videos.
Read More, Spend Less
GUEST BLOGGER: McKenzie Duquaine
SAVING MONEY ON BOOKS: HOW TO KEEP READING WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK
Reading is the ultimate underrated pastime. Weeks, months or even years can pass by and you don’t even realize that you haven’t read a book. Then, when you go to pick out a book, you realize you don’t want to spend more than $10 on something you may only use once. So, here are 5 tips and tricks for saving some money on books!
Our March Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the year. Here's our free March desktop background!
Make Promo Products Work For You
Make promo products go to work for you. It's one of the easiest, fastest and most hands-off ways to advertise your company in the long term.
Why Promo?
- Flyers get thrown in the trash. Business cards pile up. Promo products - those people use. A promo product is basically any piece of merchandise with your company or brand name, logo, slogan, design or messaging on it.
- As seen in the infographic above, there's an incredible return on investment with promo products. We produce them affordably so you can blanket your town with your name. These make great client gifts, giveaways, leave-behinds, mailers and more - whether you're looking for small items like USB drives or hand sanitizers, mid-sized items like umbrellas or drinkware or large scale displays like tradeshow panels, we can help you advertise your business in the most cost-effective, long term way possible.
- The average billboard is tremendously expensive and the average digital ad, while affordable, is seen only once or twice. Your promo products are seen all the time - for months or even years!
- Not only do the people that receive your promo products see them all the time, reinforcing your company name, but the people around them see them all the time, too. Every time that pen comes out at a meeting or someone passes by a desk calendar or someone is behind you with your company umbrella - people remember your name.
Ready to inquire? Just click here for a quote and you'll get your first design back within 24 hours.
SPRING BREAK!
Spring Break Inspiration
Heading somewhere for Spring Break? Whether you're heading to the beach, the mountains or even your local lake, spring break is just more fun with matching apparel. Custom tanks, tees, koozies, water bottles, you name it - we can do it. Choose from a ton of fun, colorful clothing or product options and customize them with a completely original design we make for you, or a variation on something you see in our design gallery!
Not Just Four Years, For Life
GUEST BLOGGER: SOPHIA BERCOW, UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
WHY YOU NEED TO GET INVOLVED IN STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
How many times has a boomer reminded you that college will be the best four years of your life? My guess is about seven times a day for the last decade. Here’s the thing, though – they’re actually not wrong about this one. College has been the most fun I’ve ever had in my life – over 21 years! Here’s why: I joined student organizations that made my time here more than worthwhile.
Oh, S'well
We're thrilled to announce that we're now carrying S'well and S'ip travel bottles for all your liquid needs.
S'well is everywhere you turn, but S'well bottles with your business or organization's logo or custom design is available right here. Let us know what you're looking for and we will make it happen. Submit an order inquiry.
Why S'well?
- Their technology keeps cold things cold for 24 hours (!!!) and hot things hot for 12 hours
- Triple-walled stainless steel makes them sturdy and high quality
- Bye, bye plastic - plastic is terrible for you and the environment. These are BPA-free and totally enviro friendly because they're reusable and super easy to clean and transport
- The outside remains dry
- Let's admit it - they're trendy. We like that.
Healthy Eating: College Edition
GUEST BLOGGER: SOPHIA BERCOW, UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
Healthy eating is likely a goal for every college student, but let’s be real: it’s not what every college student is actually doing.
Junk food is cheaper, easier and faster. It’s also just more accessible. I can’t even name the number of times I’ve come home from a long day on campus just to throw in some top ramen for the 12th night in a row. It’s a matter of convenience, really.
Well, since it’s still the start of a new year, I’m sure we’ve all heard (and probably already failed) the new year resolutions that all tend to revolve around eating healthy and working out.
I know they’ve probably already failed because, well, that was me and… hello, I had a whole pizza last night. Here’s the thing, though. You don’t have to embark on some crazy crash diet that asks you to cut out everything fun in life in order to eat healthy.
College Winter Term Blues Got You Down? Try Some Self Love.
GUEST BLOGGER: SOPHIA BERCOW, UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
The end of winter break often means the end of relaxation - savoring the holidays and all those home-cooked meals. It’s always a bit of a slap in the face to get back into the real world, especially when you're coming back to winter quarter.
Here in the Pacific Northwest, winter for college students tends to mean the least amount of fun you’ll have at school each year. The weather gets a little sad, people are less inclined to go out and school gets tougher because people sign up for harder classes.
As a senior at the University of Oregon, I’ve learned that in order to survive winter quarter, you absolutely have to take mental health days.
Our February Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the new year. Warm up with our free February desktop background!
Our January Wallpaper is Here!
Our lovely and talented graphic designers created original desktop wallpapers for each month of the new year. Kick off 2019 with our free January desktop background!
10 New Year Resolutions for 2019
As Oprah once said, "Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right." Here at College Hill, we're constantly self-evaluating and looking for ways to improve our processes and approaches, both personally and professionally. To kick off 2019, we came up with 10 realistic resolutions that all of us can implement at work.
6 Workplace Feedback Tips We Learned From NerdWallet
Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to attend the Elevate Summit, a conference for customer experience leaders aimed at growing small businesses and their teams.
We're Thankful For ...
Clear Eyes, Full Hearts: ESPN College GameDay in Pullman
Here at College Hill, it’s no secret that we have a favorite team - the Washington State University Cougars. Anyone that knows a Coug fan knows their fervent passion for Cougar Football. It’s no surprise, then, that when ESPN announced that its pre-game show College GameDay was headed to Pullman a few weeks ago, the town went a little wild.
A Ticket To Anywhere - From College Hill
College Hill operates on four key values: creating a remarkable experience for our clients, driving change, serving our community and, perhaps nearest to our hearts, cultivating our team's personal growth.
5 Tips to Improve Your Work-Life Balance
The term work–life balance can be a tricky one. Chances are you're not oblivious to the dream of concurring a work-life balance mindset and the ability of living such a lifestyle. To put it more simply, work-life balance equals the time an individual needs between the time allocated for work and other aspects of life.
5 Reasons Why Customized Products Add Value To Your Business
Whether it’s a uniform or a PR piece, nearly every business and organization under the sun utilizes customized apparel or products. Everything from a company polo to a stack of pens at reception packs a massive amount of potential for profit, morale and free, widespread marketing.
The Ultimate Bid Day Theme List (Top 50)
- Boho / Festival
- USA / All-American
- Friends (the TV show, of course!)
- NFL Draft
- Another Day In Paradise
- Vegas
- Greece (the movie)
- Coachella Vibes
- New Bids On the Block (get it?)
- Tie Dye - you can even have a tie-dyeing activity during your festivities!
- The Great Gatsby
- Saved by the Bid (like Saved by the Bell)
- Where the Wild Things Are
- Sweet Home Alabama (like: Sweet Home Alpha Phi)
- That '70s Show
- Space Jam
- Color Run
- Circus
- Welcome to the Jungle
- Wizard of Oz
- A League of our Own (baseball theme)
- Beatles
- Heaven on Earth
- Out of this World / Alien (galaxy themed)
- In 'n Out
- Race Car
- We Struck Gold
- Nautical / Sailing
- Rock N' Roll
- Alice in Wonderland
- '90s MTV
- Happy Campers (outdoorsy camping theme)
- Sweet Like Candy
- Ice Cream
- Mardi Gras
- Full House (TV show)
- Pirates
- Army / Boot Camp
- Dr. Seuss
- Winner's Circle / Derby
- Disney Princesses
- Firefighters
- Lifeguards
- Greek Goddesses
- Under the Sea
- Neon / Glow
- Written in the Stars
- Pop Art
- Political Campaign
- Women Empowering Women
Need more inspiration? Check out our design gallery!
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Have a theme you think should be added to this list? Don't be shy. Let us know @ch_threads.
How to Keep your Sanity During College Midterms
Midterms: the dreadful time where we find ourselves binge-eating junk food, going on endless coffee runs, and crying in the library. Midterms can be a very stressful time for most of us college students, and it becomes easy to not take proper care of over selves. But have no fear! We know how difficult midterm season can be, so we put together a list of things that can help relieve your stress and hopefully better prepare you for your next exam!
College Hill Welcomes Corporate Clients
For over 6 years, College Hill has been growing rapidly and challenging the custom design industry. From a small one bedroom apartment above a college bar to serving nationwide on over 360 campuses, along with building a thriving successful corporate division know as Genius Ghost.
College Hill Named as Finalist in Forbes Magazine’s First-Ever Main Street Awards
Forbes, in partnership with Canon U.S.A. Inc. powered by MAXIFY Printers, announced the finalists for their first-ever Forbes Main Street Awards, where five winners will be featured on Forbes.com, as well as in Forbes magazine at the end of 2017. College Hill Custom Threads has been named one of the top 15 finalists and is nominated in the category of Best Brick-and-Mortar Adoption of E-Commerce.
College Hill Celebrates our Inc. Magazine Debut!
Inc. magazine today ranked College Hill Custom Threads NO. 2270 on its 35th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment— its independent small businesses. Companies such as Microsoft, Dell,Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees of the Inc. 5000.
“We are more than thrilled to be included on such a prestigious list as an Inc. 5000 honoree. We couldn’t have achieved this milestone without College Hill’s clients and team members over the past 5 short years. From starting in an apartment above a local watering hole in Pullman Washington, home of Washington State University, to now serving customers on over 300 campuses nationwide the growth we have experienced is very exciting. College Hill’s clients have proved to be the trendsetters on every university campus, which continuously has helped evolve our team, company mission and services to our desired target market and we couldn't be more thankful.” - CEO Tony Poston
College Hill Custom Threads is and will remain dedicated to creating innovative custom designs on standout pieces while providing the best possible customer experience in the industry. College Hill is taking the custom apparel world by storm with no end in sight and it's all thanks to our wonderful clients and staff!
About Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000
Inc. magazine, founded in 1979 and based in New York City, is an American monthly publication focused on growing companies. The magazine publishes an annual list of the 500 fastest-growing private companies in the U.S., the "Inc. 500," which was introduced in 1982. The Inc. 5000 is an expansion of the Inc. 500, which ranks the country's top 5000 fastest-growing private companies and also features a special ranking of the top 10% of the list as the Inc. 500.
The Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth over a four-year period. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by the first week of the starting calendar year, and therefore able to show four full calendar years of sales.
How To Stand Out In a Group Interview
Group interviews can be overwhelming to many people. Not only do you have to go through the interview process, but you are also competing with the other potential candidates in person as well. You don’t want to say too little or too much, so you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed and nervous. We don't blame you!
6 Reasons To Have A LinkedIn Account
Don't have a LinkedIn account? I’ll give you the benefit of the doubt. Either it's because you’ve been meaning to make one but just haven’t found the time because you are just a little to busy with your 7th binge-watch of Friends. Or maybe you have an account that is half finished with not so up-to date high school side jobs. Or maybe you just flat out don’t have one at all because after all why even bother right? Well your going to learn today!
Go-To College Date Dash Ideas
Getting asked on a date dash is very flattering and exciting. Date dashes give you the chance to finally talk to that guy or girl you’ve been crushing on, or a reason for you and your best friend to go out and have a fun time together! Even better yet, it may give you the chance to relive your glorious high school dress up days to match the theme.
College Hill's Campus Rep Dream Destination Competition Spring 2017
It's that time of year again! Every semester College Hill Custom Threads announces it’s annual Campus Rep Dream Destination Competition. Not familiar? The prize is in the name! College Hill Reps collected raffle tickets for every $1,000 they sold in College Hill custom apparel and products, as well as complete spontaneous tasks given by our Rep Program advisor. Orders like Bid Day, Date Dashes, Parent's Weekend, Retreats etc, landed the reps raffle tickets all semester long. The raffle tickets automatically enter each rep in the drawing to win a flight to anywhere in the world! The more raffle tickets they collect throughout the semester, the better the odds!
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