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5 Uses for A-Frame Sidewalk Signs in Los Angeles

Posted by Julie Ramirez on Wed, Aug 24, 2016 @ 09:08 AM

If you are looking for a practical and cost-effective way to advertise, A-frame signs are the way to go. At The Sign Studio, we provide economical designs to help your enterprise stand out. The durable and portable construction of sidewalk signs allows for the ideal outdoor/indoor solution for directing, informing, and advertising. Here are just some of the ways you can use A-frame sidewalk signs in Los Angeles:

1. Advertising on Sidewalks

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This is one of the most obvious uses for these markers because you see them everywhere. Whether you are a homeowner promoting a yard sale or small business trying to boost sales, these markers perfectly convey your information. To draw attention to your A-frame sign, design it with attention-grabbing copy and pictures. We can help with this. Also, you will want to place your marker in an area that gets a lot of foot traffic. This way people can’t avoid your message.

2. Add a Level of Safety

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A-frame signs are commonly used in residential areas or in school zones to provide a safe atmosphere for kids. To designate crossing points near parks, homes, and schools, utilize a “Children Crossing” sign. Or, indicate where children are present with a “Children at Play” sign in the middle of the street. Schools and school crossing guards often use these markers to help protect children, but neighborhood associations should also consider displaying these signs.

3. Cafes and Restaurants

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Sidewalk signs are ideal for showcasing your specials and other menu items. You can use it in catering situations as well as outside or inside of your establishment. Focus on a few unique or popular menu items that could entice a passerby when using these signs outside of your eatery. Boring items or simply listing too many options can cause people to ignore your A-frame sign. Sales and promotions are also important to include on your signs since they will draw hungry diners in.

4. Event Management

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Trying to organize an event can be a nightmare. Provide necessary information and add order to your shindig with A-frame signs throughout your venue. Post a list of crucial sign-in procedures in registration areas. Take advantage of both sides of your A-frame by keeping it in open areas away from walls. For maximum signage efficiency, post directions on both sides of the sign. This will help your eventgoers find their way around without confusion.

5. Promotional Use

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If you are looking to emphasize a promotion, seasonal special, or sale, sidewalk signs are the ideal solution. Plus, it is a smart option for short-term use since you can fold the sign up and store it easily. Be sure to share specific sale items, benefits, and percentages to really entice shoppers. Also, maximize the effectiveness of your promotion by being clear and direct with what you display.

This should give you a good idea of what is possible with A-frame signs. If you are interested in learning more, contact the friendly professionals The Sign Studio today for a free consultation on A-frame sidewalk signs in Los Angeles.

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Combine Fantasy Football Banners with Fantasy Football Trophies!

Posted by Julie Ramirez on Fri, Aug 19, 2016 @ 07:08 AM

The smell of the beer. The heated yelling. The long nights of research. It can only mean one thing: the fantasy football season is about to kick off. Summer is great and all, but it is just build up to your league’s draft. Once your league has been around for a few years, your draft becomes a bit of an event that goes on all day and features yard games, good friends, cold beverages, great food, activities for the fantasy football widows, and of course the draft. You can add to the excitement of the upcoming season when you buy fantasy football banners online from The Sign Studio and our sister shop, The Trophy Studio.

Banners Can Be Used Year after Year

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As the commissioner, it is your job to plan the draft and to keep league members engaged year after year. For the most part, that is an easy task. However, the more enjoyable you can make draft-day festivities, the more fun competitors will have. A custom banner just adds to the excitement.

There are essentially two types of banners: digitally printed banners and cut vinyl banners. Digitally printed banners are typically made of vinyl and feature full-color graphics printed on our state of the art large format digital printer. No designs are too intricate for our printer. For a little fun, you might incorporate the bodies of football players with the faces of your league members. We can do it.

Cut vinyl banners consist of vinyl letters, numbers, or graphics that are cut from a single sheet of vinyl and applied to a banner. This is a cost-effective solution when you do not need a bunch of colors or if you want a banner that is easy to update. For instance, you may want to update your banner each year with the date, time, and location of your draft.

Don’t Forget Your Trophies!

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The Sign Studio is basically your one-stop shop for all of your fantasy football award, trophy, and banner needs. We have already written about what options are available for trophies and other awards, so we will spare you the details. Yet, we will touch on some of the solutions available when you buy fantasy football trophies online from us:

  • Engraved Traveling Trophies – These trophies are usually on the large side and feature plenty of room for us to engrave the name, team name, and year of each season’s winner.
  • Winner Trophies – Unlike the above trophy, the winner for a particular season actually gets to keep this trophy. These are usually smaller and look great on your mantel.
  • Loser Trophies – There is shame in losing. Loser trophies featuring toilets, crybabies, horse butts, or other derogatory imagery will ensure league members stay engaged until the season ends.

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Regardless of your budget, it is the commissioner’s duty to make the fantasy football season an enjoyable experience. We can help you by providing you with banners and trophies made of high-quality materials. If you have something in mind that isn’t mentioned above, give us a call, and we’ll let you know if it’s possible. For a free consultation, contact the friendly professionals at The Sign Studio today.

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Reward with Laser Engraved Baseball Trophies and Awards!

Posted by Julie Ramirez on Wed, Aug 10, 2016 @ 12:08 PM

As we inch closer to fall, it means we are coming to the end of summer baseball season. The diamonds are still bustling with baserunners and fielders, but with the season soon coming to a close, we are getting plenty of calls for laser engraved baseball trophies and awards in Los Angeles. Coaches know that these trophies motivate and inspire their athletes. Luckily, The Sign Studio and our trophy division, The Trophy Studio, are the top suppliers of a broad range of awards. Here are some of the most popular alternatives:

Engraved Acrylic, Crystal, or Glass

Laser Engraved Baseball Trophies and Awards Nationwide

If you have a bigger budget, crystal and glass awards are the perfect way to truly show your appreciation. However, you can usually achieve the same effect with less expensive acrylic awards. These come in an array of shapes, including stars, octagons, and pedestals with baseballs on top. In addition, we are happy to engrave your custom message directly onto the award. This is an excellent way to say "thank you" to your sponsors and administrative staff.

Engraved Medals

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Baseball players like to show off the awards they win at the end of the season. Who can blame them for taking pride in their hard work? Medals are the easiest way to display your team or individual successes. Our medals come in a wide selection of styles, such as imperial, dog tags, superstar, stars, and more. We also offer more than 45 standard ribbon colors for your medals. One popular option is a medal with a baseball on one side and the player’s name and a unique mock award on the other, such as “Tony Smith: Most Likely to Get Hit by a Pitch.”

Engraved Trophies

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We have it all whether you are in need of trophies for females or males, pitchers or batters, adults or children. Several of our trophies feature small statuettes of baseball players in different action positions. They also come in a variety of sizes from four inches to 31 inches tall. Additionally, we can include tiny baseballs that actually spin. Trophies can also be custom designed to be any style, color, or size. This year’s hot trophy is bobblehead baseball players stepping up to the plate.

Engraved Plaques

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Our custom engraved plaques come in all sizes and shapes. With our array of pricing points, we will also meet your budget. The most affordable choice is standard, top-quality plaques. If you have a little extra to spend, we suggest going with premium plaques. These include walnut, rosewood, red alders, and other solid wood options.

This is just a snapshot of what we have available. If you have something in mind that is not covered above, give us a call. We will give you an honest assessment of whether or not we can make your dream a reality and how much it will cost. We are the ideal place to start your preparations for your end-of-year awards ceremony. We will manufacture your trophies to your specifications and have them for you in time for your event.

If you want to buy laser engraved baseball trophies and awards online, contact The Trophy Studio today.

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We've Got the Fantasy Football Trophies You Need!

Posted by Julie Ramirez on Wed, Aug 3, 2016 @ 09:08 AM

It’s August, and you know what that means: it’s time to get the gang back together for another fantasy football season. Most leagues have a chunk of money on the line, and sure, winning a couple hundred bucks off of your armchair quarterbacking is nice, but there seems to be an added level of competition that comes along with offering a trophy to the winner. Fortunately, The Sign Studio and our trophy division, The Trophy Studio, offer fantasy football trophies online. Here are some ideas to make your 2016 fantasy football season special.

Engraved Traveling Trophy

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One of the most popular fantasy football trophy options is the traveling or perpetual trophy. Essentially, the winner of the last season gets to keep the trophy in their possession until a new winner is crowned, then the trophy changes hands, usually at an end of year Super Bowl Party or other event. To denote the winners’ prowess for eternity, a little engraved panel featuring the year, the winner’s name, and the winner’s team name are added to the trophy. We have a Lombardi trophy replica that would be ideal for this. And, we can easily update your trophy for you each year.

Pro tip: If you happen to be the trophy holder for the year, it is fun to take pictures with the trophy in weird locations as a way to taunt your fellow players. For instance, get a picture of the trophy being held by the sworn enemy of the second-place finisher. Have fun with it!

Choose a Smaller Trophy that the Winner Gets to Keep

 

Trophies for Fantasy Football Teams

We offer two standard fantasy football trophies: one is thirteen inches tall and the other is nine inches. They are identical aside from their sizes, and both have a football player holding a football while lounging in a La-Z-Boy.  The player is mounted on a black base with plenty of room for your custom engraved message. The smaller trophy is ideal for awarding your league’s winner with a trophy that they can proudly display on their mantel.

Don’t Forget Your Loser Trophies!

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There is nothing worse than having half your league give up for the final couple games because they know they cannot compete with the top dogs. One way to keep owners engaged is to offer a loser trophy. These often feature a big toilet, a cry baby, beauty queen, or a horse bobble butt. Pro tip: Require that the winner of the trophy have their picture taken with the trophy so that they can be publicly shamed on social media.

Your top priority as commissioner of your league is to award hardware to the league winner regardless of your budget. This will create a new level of camaraderie and competition in your league. We use top quality materials to ensure your trophy outlasts your league, and we offer professional engraving services. If you are looking for fantasy sports trophies online, go with the friendly experts at The Sign Studio. Contact us today for a free consultation.

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