In a typical October, I spend too much time in airports on the way to industry conferences and tradeshows. This year, airports will have to get by without me and my tendency to spend money on celebrity magazines and overpriced snacks… but, that doesn’t mean I have to miss out on industry education. The major industry events have gone virtual, and this means HUGE … [Read more...] about From the Editor: October 2020 ENews

Hello, all! Welcome to September! I hope you’re reading this with a pumpkin spice latte in your hand while you enjoy the first chilly days of fall. (Confession time: I am typing this with a pumpkin spice latte in my hand…) The Plastics Decorating offices are located in Topeka, Kansas, so that means we’re gearing up for a big night – it’s the first NFL game of the season and … [Read more...] about From the Editor: September 2020 ENews

Hello, and welcome to July! My typical video message will have to wait since I’m dealing with a sore throat and can’t talk. Those of you who know me well can stop laughing now… I hope you all had a fun and safe 4th of July! My neighborhood went all out on the fireworks purchases, so there’s still a dull haze hanging in the air. Dear friends of mine who run a fireworks … [Read more...] about From the Editor: July 2020 ENews

Hello, everyone! I hope you’re enjoying this gorgeous June day as we start to move toward something that looks like normal after a few crazy months. It’s a weird balancing act – moving back into full production while trying to abide by the guidelines set forth by our states for a safe return to work. And it’s not just work – I’m headed to the softball fields this weekend with … [Read more...] about From the Editor: June 2020 ENews

Hi, all! Can you believe it’s already February? We’ve had a busy start to the year, and I hope all of you have, too. As I was driving into the office this morning, I was thinking about how often I interact with products that are decorated by readers of the magazine. For instance, this weekend I’m headed to Omaha, Nebraska for a three-day volleyball tournament with my … [Read more...] about From the Editor: February 2020 ENews