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		<title>Perfection Doesn&#8217;t Have to Be Expensive</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/69</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 18:25:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
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When you need a great patch design for your organization, company, club or scout troup, you should contact The Patch Site. Our designers will work with you to design a great patch at an affordable price.
We received this patch as a rough draft and turned it into a great patch that anyone would be proud [...]]]></description>
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<p>When you need a great patch design for your organization, company, club or scout troup, you should contact The Patch Site. Our designers will work with you to design a great patch at an affordable price.</p>
<p>We received this patch as a rough draft and turned it into a great patch that anyone would be proud of. This patch was designed for a military group. Look at the detail of the patch.</p>
<p>The Patch Site offers great designs, expert manufacturing and personalized customer service.</p>
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		<title>Don&#8217;t Supply Credit Card Information by E-Mail</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/63</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 13:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Baseball Trading Pins]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you are shopping around for the best deal on pins and patches, have you encountered companies that send an e-mail asking that you supply your credit card information in the e-mail and send it back to them? Did you know there are dangers in supplying your information in this unsecured manner? There is the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As you are shopping around for the best deal on pins and patches, have you encountered companies that send an e-mail asking that you supply your credit card information in the e-mail and send it back to them? Did you know there are dangers in supplying your information in this unsecured manner? There is the possibility of the e-mail being intercepted by hackers. Have you heard of keyloggers? They can record keystrokes from unsecured  sites. These attackers pay attention only to numbers. Also, how do you ensure that the e-mail actually went to the person you meant to have the information?</p>
<p>You can avoid all of these dangers by dealing with internet companies that use secured networks to collect your credit card information.</p>
<p>All of our sites use Paypal, a very secure network that collects credit card information. Our company never has access to your information, it is not stored in any of our databases, so the possibility of hackers getting your credit card information is greatly reduced. Be sure to only deal with companies that have taken extra steps to protect your information.</p>
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		<title>Trading Pin Season is Here!</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/55</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 17:44:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Custom Embroidered Patches]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Have you sent us your design? We can design a great pin for you within 24 hours. We will revise the design as many times as necessary to give you the perfect pin.
The process is simple:
1. Fill out our form for a free quote, http://baseballpinsite.com/free-quote.html,  including team name, mascott, age group, team numbers and any other [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/homer-heat-proof2.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-56" title="homer-heat-proof2" src="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/homer-heat-proof2-300x300.jpg" alt="Homer Heat Baseball Trading Pin" width="300" height="300" /></a>Have you sent us your design? We can design a great pin for you within 24 hours. We will revise the design as many times as necessary to give you the perfect pin.</p>
<p>The process is simple:</p>
<p>1. Fill out our form for a free quote, <a href="http://baseballpinsite.com/free-quote.html">http://baseballpinsite.com/free-quote.html</a>,  including team name, mascott, age group, team numbers and any other information you want on your pin.</p>
<p>2. We send back a proof like the one on the left along with a quote.</p>
<p>3. Let us know if you need any changes. We will quickly comply with a new design and quote.</p>
<p>4. Finalize your order by visiting <a href="http://baseballpinsite.com/order.html">http://baseballpinsite.com/order.html</a>.</p>
<p>5. You will receive a confirmation that we received your order.</p>
<p>We will have your pins manufactured and send them to you by USPS Priority Mail.</p>
<p>If you need your pins for June, 2010, it&#8217;s definitely time to get started. Even if you don&#8217;t need your pins until July, 2010, why wait?</p>
<p>The factories are buzzing with orders and they will get backed up. It doesn&#8217;t matter what pin companies tell you, the fact is, you need order your pins about 20 to 30 days before you need them. Orders can be rushed according to the factory capacity and how many orders they have.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t stress over your pin order, we will design a great trading pin for your team at an affordable price and offer great customer service.</p>
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		<title>Umpire Pins</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/49</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:34:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Custom Embroidered Patches]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[We helped this umpire design a great trading pin.
Umpires can get in the swing of baseball trading pin season too! Just let us help you design a pin that showcases your unique contribution to the sport.
Here&#8217;s what the customer had to say when his pin order arrived?
Janice, wanted to let you know I received my pins [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/umpire1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-52" title="Pins for Umpires" src="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/umpire1.jpg" alt="umpire pins" width="200" height="194" /></a>We helped this umpire design a great trading pin.</p>
<p>Umpires can get in the swing of baseball trading pin season too! Just let us help you design a pin that showcases your unique contribution to the sport.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s what the customer had to say when his pin order arrived?</p>
<p><em>Janice, wanted to let you know I received my pins on Monday. They are Awesome! Well Done!!! Thanks so much!</em></p>
<p>Ted, Umpire, Little League World Series</p>
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		<title>Protecting Your Team from the Sun</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/45</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:46:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You’ve heard about sun exposure and skin cancer, but have you applied your knowledge to protecting your youngster or your team? When teams are playing in baseball tournaments, series or play-offs many games are scheduled right in the middle of the day.
I live in Florida and have coached for many years and have added protecting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You’ve heard about sun exposure and skin cancer, but have you applied your knowledge to protecting your youngster or your team? When teams are playing in baseball tournaments, series or play-offs many games are scheduled right in the middle of the day.</p>
<p>I live in Florida and have coached for many years and have added protecting my team players from the sun as just another duty a coach should perform. If your team should travel or go to Cooperstown, you’ll be responsible for being sure no one gets burned.</p>
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<li>Be sure sunscreen is listed in the list of items team members are to bring with them on road trips.</li>
<li>Have an extra bottle of sports 50 sunscreen available if a player runs out.</li>
<li>Instruct players to bring to your attention any redness or burning look they see on other team members.</li>
<li>All races and all skin tones need sun protection.</li>
</ol>
<p> Parents should:</p>
<ol>
<li>Instruct kids about the need and use of sunscreen.</li>
<li>Train kids to include applying sunscreen as part of their daily routine. Try putting the sunscreen next to the toothpaste.</li>
<li>Provide adequate cover ups, such as wider brimmed hats when not playing ball, long sleeved lightweight t-shirts. (Caution: these shirts will only provide a small amount of protection.)</li>
<li>Consider letting your kid get a haircut that allows the top of the ear to be covered.</li>
</ol>
<p> Even on cloudy days, sun protection is necessary. One of my worst burns happened in Florida on a very cloudy day.</p>
<p> <em>Good luck</em> and a have a <em>great season</em>.</p>
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		<title>How to Develop a Great Baseball Trading Pin</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/41</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:46:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Baseball Trading Pins]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[When you contact us to begin your baseball pin design process, how does the design process work?
The first thing to incorporate into your pin is your team colors. Then the name of your team. If you have a team mascott let&#8217;s make it fierce. For instance, you are the barracudas. Our designer takes your mascott [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/barracudas.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-42" title="barracudas" src="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/barracudas.jpg" alt="Baseball Trading Pin" width="200" height="176" /></a>When you contact us to begin your baseball pin design process, how does the design process work?</p>
<p>The first thing to incorporate into your pin is your team colors. Then the name of your team. If you have a team mascott let&#8217;s make it fierce. For instance, you are the barracudas. Our designer takes your mascott and gives it a fierce look. Some other elements are added to give the pin interest.</p>
<p>Decide if you want your team names or numbers on the pin and if you want the date or tournament name added.</p>
<p>If you really want to increase trading value, add extra options like blinkies, sliders, etc. For example, your baracuda could slide across the front of your pin wiping out anything in its path.</p>
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		<title>Custom Patches for your Business</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/36</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:54:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
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Why would you want a custom embroidered patch for your business? A great patch design can immediately identify and promote your business. Check out this bright colored logo.
You spend a lot of money on your business marketing. Your employees have crisp uniforms. A custom design patch adds professionalism and brand recognition for your company.
Some things [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/hot-dog-lg.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-37" title="hot-dog-lg" src="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/hot-dog-lg-300x285.jpg" alt="Hot Diggity Dog Custom Patch" width="300" height="285" /></a></p>
<p>Why would you want a custom embroidered patch for your business? A great patch design can immediately identify and promote your business. Check out this bright colored logo.</p>
<p>You spend a lot of money on your business marketing. Your employees have crisp uniforms. A custom design patch adds professionalism and brand recognition for your company.</p>
<p>Some things to consider are:</p>
<p>Is the patch eye-catching? A brightly colored patch with a cute graphic will attract attention.</p>
<p>Is your logo visible on the patch? This adds brand recognition.</p>
<p>Are you celebrating a milestone in your business such as 25 years in business or promoting a great new product or service? Create a milestone patch for the occassion.</p>
<p>Our expert designers will work tirelessly with you to create a patch that will reflect your professionalism. You can see more example of our designs at <a href="http://patchsite.com">http://patchsite.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>Why Baseball Trading Pins?</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/33</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:54:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Baseball Trading Pins]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Do you remember?
When I was a child, baseball trading cards were all the rage. As kids we collected things. We collected coins, stamps, marbles. We traded with each other and bonded. Some collections are prized possessions throughout our adult lives because they remind us of our childhood.
One of the new collections are baseball trading pins. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/968243_blog.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-34" title="968243_blog" src="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/968243_blog.jpg" alt="Baseball Player" width="267" height="400" /></a>Do you remember?</p>
<p>When I was a child, baseball trading cards were all the rage. As kids we collected things. We collected coins, stamps, marbles. We traded with each other and bonded. Some collections are prized possessions throughout our adult lives because they remind us of our childhood.</p>
<p>One of the new collections are baseball trading pins. When teams go to tournaments, they go to win, of course. But at the same time, they are building their collection of pins. They want every pin; they want to have a great pin that everybody else wants. They interact and negotiate. They are leaning life skills without instruction.</p>
<p>Baseball is an important sport for the youth of America. It teaches competition, winning, losing, and how to become a good sport. Skills which are necessary throughout life.</p>
<p>The team plays their best and gives their all on the field. However, whether that team wins or loses, trading pins with the other players becomes one of the highlights of the game, making it a fun experience for all!</p>
<p>We can design a pin that every other player will want. Contact us today!</p>
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		<title>How many trading pins does my team need?</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/28</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:29:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Custom Embroidered Patches]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Get caught up in pin trading fever. Trading pins foster social interaction with players from different backgrounds and cultures. Pins reflect your team pride. Pin collections are treasured memories for years to come.
But how many pins should you order for your team?
Here are some general guidelines:
Make a list of the tournaments and the size of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Crushers.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-29" title="Crushers" src="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Crushers.jpg" alt="Baseball Trading Pins" width="250" height="223" /></a>Get caught up in pin trading fever. Trading pins foster social interaction with players from different backgrounds and cultures. Pins reflect your team pride. Pin collections are treasured memories for years to come.</p>
<p>But how many pins should you order for your team?</p>
<p>Here are some general guidelines:</p>
<p>Make a list of the tournaments and the size of the events that your team is expected to participate in. We recommend 35 to 50 pins per player for a good average. Keep in mind that you might want extra pins for parents, grandparents, siblings and friends.</p>
<p>If you are going to Cooperstown Dream Park plan for around 104 pins per player. This is a huge event with 104 or more teams hosted each week.</p>
<p>Remember, you can increase the value of your trading pin by adding danglers, spinners, sliders and glitter.</p>
<p>Why should you contact Baseball Pin Site? Don&#8217;t pay high prices for the same, tired pins that circulate every year. Our designers can create a fresh, new pin for you. For example, the pin on this page was designed for a team that tragically lost a player during the season. The angel wings were a way to remember a valued team mate.</p>
<p>We look forward to hearing from you. GOOD LUCK in your tournaments!!!!</p>
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		<title>When Details in Your Custom Embroidered Patch Matter</title>
		<link>http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/archives/23</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:29:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Custom Embroidered Patches]]></category>

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We were contacted by Triton Security Company to design a patch for their uniforms. This patch required a lot of detail and 12 thread colors. 
The patch went off for design. The designer really hit the mark on this patch. Just look at the detail in the eagle&#8217;s face, his feathers and the printing on the ribbons. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/tritonl.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-25 alignleft" title="tritonl" src="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/tritonl.jpg" alt="Triton Security Custom Embroidered Patch" width="416" height="413" /></a><a href="http://lapelpinandpatch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/tritons.jpg"></a></p>
<p>We were contacted by Triton Security Company to design a patch for their uniforms. This patch required a lot of detail and 12 thread colors. </p>
<p>The patch went off for design. The designer really hit the mark on this patch. Just look at the detail in the eagle&#8217;s face, his feathers and the printing on the ribbons. You might say our designer had a &#8220;eagle eye&#8221; for detail.</p>
<p>The patch was designed and sent to our client who now has brand new uniforms with a brand new logo.</p>
<p>Does your patch design need an update?  Don&#8217;t keep ordering the same, tired patches, go for a NEW LOOK!  Let one of our expert designers design a great new patch. We can update any design including fire, police, security, ems, the possibilities are endless.</p>
<p>Contact us today! You won&#8217;t regret it.</p>
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