Custom Sign Sketch Form

A Picture Is Worth A 1,000 Words

Use this sketch area to put your thoughts into ideas. Fax it back to us at (203) 271-3334.

Write in the letters you want (remember, simpler is always better). Specify by writing in upper case and lower case as you would like them printed on your final product.

Custom Banner Design Tips

One of the more difficult creative challenges is designing a vinyl banner from scratch. We can help you overcome blank page syndrome when it comes to creating a memorable custom banner design. The first and most important thing to remember is to abide by the K.I.S.S. principal. Since the primary goal of a custom banner is to grab the viewer's attention and then communicate a message, the vinyl banner should be readable and visually attractive.

The first step towards a great banner design idea is to know what you want to say. Don't forge into a design without a clear destination in mind. Write a brief description of your purpose and jot down a few things that will help you accomplish it.

Keep your custom banner design simple and legible. We recommend you generate ideas for you designs by visiting events and small businesses, browsing magazines, online clip art libraries (see above) -even searching the web for a key phrase description of what you want on your vinyl banner design.

In most cases, the farther away you can read your advertisement the better. Always ask yourself, "How far away will the banner be from the viewer?" For instance, if a Grand Opening banner will be on the front of a business with a large parking lot between the storefront and the street, the letter height must be large enough to be viewed by drivers on the street. Also, keep in mind that a driver only has about 1.5 - 3 seconds to read a message while in motion. Some good color selections are white with any dark vinyl color and yellow with black. The key is to choose colors that sharply contrast each other so as to leap off the custom banner design. If you're set on using dark combinations, like red on black, consider outlining the edge of your letters in white. This technique allows for separation between the colors and will attract your audience's eye much better.

Choose a shape that fits your vinyl banner design's intended concept. If you are designing a banner with long rows of text, then opt for a long rectangular sign to accommodate your lettering. Do not attempt to squeeze it all in on a square banner. Doing so will force you to use smaller letters and will result in a lot of wasted space. The same rule of thumb applies if your intended custom banner design requires several short rows of text, one on top of the other. In this instance, opt for a sign shaped to fit your lettering.

One final piece of advice is to not get carried away with information overload. Remember the K.I.S.S. principal and give your audience only the details they need. The more you try to squeeze into your design, the more it detracts from the sign's effectiveness.

Our Competitive Promise!

We are committed to offering the best service, at the best price! We will beat any published competitive quote for custom banners and signs.

Our in-house graphics, screenprinting, and sign making saves you time and money. Get custom signs without minimum order or set-up requirements. Normal turnaround is two weeks logo approval. Rush delivery available at higher rates.

Please email us at info@logosportswear.com or call 1-877-535-5646, Monday - Friday 8:30 - 6:30 EST for assistance with your custom sign needs.