In this episode of The Print and Stitch Diaries, Christine and Julian dive into the booming world of personalised merchandise and why customisation is so much more than a trend.

From embroidered golf gifts and branded workwear to luxury napkins and pet accessories, they explore:

• Why demand for personalised products has skyrocketed

• The top custom items people are ordering right now

• How businesses are using personalisation to connect with clients and stand out

• A heartwarming success story involving a shop mascot, a 5-year-old’s drawing, and a very memorable piece of merchandise

• Tips for getting the best results when ordering custom products

Whether you’re a business owner, a gift-giver, or just love a personal touch, this episode shows how personalised merchandise can build brands, deepen loyalty and create something truly memorable.

🧵 Tune in and discover how a little personalisation can go a long way.

In this episode of The Print and Stitch Diaries Podcast, we’re diving into the art (and science!) of embroidery and revealing what it really takes to achieve clean, professional results every time. From the importance of stabilisation (and our favourite saying: “If you wear it, don’t tear it!”), to hooping techniques, machine setup, and the essentials of good digitization—we cover the foundations of flawless embroidery.

We also give you a peek behind the scenes at the machines we use, our top embroidery tips, and a shout out to our personalised gift brand, Alfie Moon Designs, www.etsy.co.uk/shop/alfiemoondesigns where you’ll find embroidered gifts for golf lovers, pet parents, and more!

Whether you're a maker, business owner, or just curious about the embroidery process—this episode is full of practical insights and behind-the-scenes know-how.

🎧 Listen now and get stitch-perfect!

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In this episode of The Print and Stitch Diaries, we take a behind-the-scenes look at large format printing—what it is, how it works, and why it’s essential for businesses, events, and branding.

We break down:
✅ The machines and software behind high-quality prints
✅ The difference between standard printing and large format jobs
✅ How we create durable vinyl labels & stickers alongside banners and signage
✅ Common mistakes (like low-resolution files & incorrect colour modes) and how to avoid them
✅ Pro tips for getting the best results on your print projects

From pixilation nightmares to copyright no-nos (sorry, no Disney prints here!), we cover everything you need to know before your next big print job.

🔊 Tune in now for expert insights and practical advice.

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Episode 2: The Ultimate Guide to School Leavers Hoodies

In this episode, we dive into everything you need to know about school leavers hoodies! From set up through to production and delivery- we cover the key steps for a hassle-free process.

We also share some of the funniest nicknames we've come across and a cautionary tale about checking your spelling —trust us, you won’t want to miss these!

Tune in now for a mix of expert advice and hilarious hoodie stories!

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Welcome to the debut episode of The Print and Stitch Diaries!

Join us, Christine and Julian Brown, as we take you on a journey through our evolution—from selling personalised gifts at local markets to building our award-winning print and embroidery business, AMD Promotions. We’ll share thehighs, the challenges, and the moments that shaped our transition into the business-to-business world, including being featured in the prestigious Small Business Saturday campaign. Along the way, we discuss our creative process, teamwork as a husband-and-wife duo, and why we’re not quite ready to slow down just yet (despite briefly considering it!). Plus, we give you a sneak peek into upcoming episodes, featuring expert guests and behind-the-scenes insights into our world of print, embroidery, and creative business growth. Tune in, subscribe, and join us on this exciting newpodcasting adventure! #PrintAndStitchDiaries #SmallBusiness #EntrepreneurLife