May 2012
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Intellectual Bookies
Over the past few months, book clubs have become more and more trendy—Gwyneth Paltrow and Oprah Winfrey both have one. Books have also become more readily distributed through heightened technological advances (Nook, Kindle, Tablet, etc); they are shrunk down for mobile devices, cradled on library shelves, or impossibly thin on the Kindle.
Books awaken us, connect us through their mirror of...
April 2012
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Shirts for the Scurry
We’re so excited here at Customizo about the Cincinnati Scurry. This is the third year since the Scurry started. It’s contest which pits 4-person teams against each other in tests of speed, trivia, problem-solving, and more. And this year, Customizo is making the t-shirts! It’s still not too late to sign up to be a sponsor. Head over to the Cincinnati Scurry page to sign up.
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Get Yooo Free CBA Runner-Up T
You “Liked” us, so naturally we soooo “Like” you. And for those of you who wrote your size in our Chicago Bagel Authority “Limited Edition Runner Up Tee” album on our Customizo Facebook Page we would Like” it if you headed on over to the Chicago Bagel Authority Belmont location to pick up your very own Limited Edition Runner Up CBA tee. Oh, and did we...
March 2012
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What is April Fools' Day Without a Funny Tee?
April Fools’ Day is just around the corner, so you better have your bag of tricks, jokes and riddles ready to go! Whether you’ll be pranking your friends, family, teachers or neighbors, let Customizo help you take this festive holiday to the next level with your own custom apparel. Design your own t-shirts, create custom hoodies, or design personalized tanks tops that represent this...
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Spring Sports Designs and Sports Clothing
March Madness = bracket mania, so how are your teams doing this year? Yeah, us too. Let’s just say only one of my final four teams is still playing… But not to worry, there are plenty of other seasons that are just getting started! Basketball and hockey seasons are in it’s prime, soccer just began, baseball is on the way, and its only a few more months before football will...
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Collaborating for a Great Cause
Customizo has just partnered up with Shriners Hospital, which focuses all their attention on helping out kids. Backed by world-class surgeons and other lauded medical professionals, kids all over the world are being supported by this great organization; we at Customizo are honored to offer our support as well.
Whether you’re Shriners employee, a Shriners supporter, or just a supporter of...
And the CBA Winner is...
Congrats Congrats to Chicago Bagel Authority’s design winner!
The talented design winner will be getting a $100 CBA gift card. They’ll be able to try everything from the “Lincoln Park” to “Miss Matilda’s”, and the “Ravenswood” - all in steamed bagel fashion.
And to top it off the winner, will be hooking them up with some free tees...
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Izo Brands Launches C-Store and Hanes4Education
Check out the C-Store and Hanes4Education initiative on Customizo! C-Stores are fully managed online company store platforms with customizable websites for promotional outreach. Companies can use Customizo’s software to create branded apparel and products for employees and members. The program also allows companies to protect their brand through a single purchasing source and use group...
February 2012
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Shirtizo: Why, you're looking GREEN today... →
shirtizo:
Campus is all about going green these days- organic this, sustainable that… and as future leaders we all need to start somewhere with providing for our worlds environment. So, why not get involved with your green reps and groups on campus?
Campus green campaigns are always for helping out a…
Last Day to Vote for your favorite CBA Tee
Today is the last day of the Chicago Bagel Authority t-shirt contest! So you better hop online and vote now. There are three different ways to vote, so you can help your favorite design win. Like Customizo on Facebook and vote by liking your favorite shirt, like CBA on Facebook and like your favorite shirt again. Or if you’re out and about enjoying the weather, stop into Chicago Bagel...
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Go Green this St. Patrick's Day!
For the first time since 2007, St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday. So no skipping school, calling off work, or coming in hungover the day after. From sun-up to sundown, there’s something going down for Chicago’s tribute to the Irish.
Though the river dyeing over at the Loop starts at 10:45 a.m., you may want to head there much earlier so you can hold down the fort against...
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Check out the top vote-getters so far for the CBA...
The voting at Chicago Bagel Authority is heating up, let’s look at the submissions in the lead! Here we’ll take a look at the designs that have gotten more than 20 votes on Facebook.
You can vote either on the CBA Facebook page or on Customizo’s. You can also vote at either CBA location! Here, we’ve added together all of the Facebook votes to give you an idea of how things...
Sporting It Your Way
Finally it’s warming up… Finally a new sports season… We’re in the middle of basketball season, and coming up on baseball… So why not show your love and support for your favorite teams with some Customizo gear? No more of the same old sports designs; now you can personalize your stuff with our Design Studio any way you like it.
If you’re on the Jonathan...
Wearing Our Hearts On Our Sleeves
To those with significant others, and to those that don’t, we at Customizo are wishing everyone a very Happy Valentine’s Day. We’ve got a lot of love in-house and we’re working hard to ensure that, we can spread that out there for everyone else.
What better way to show your love for your team or organization than w/ personalized products. With Groupizo, everyone can...
Create St. Patrick's Day Gear in our Design...
Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, so you’re gonna need some great Irish gear! At Customizo, we have a bunch of St. Patty’s designs that will be great for your bar crawl, party, or event. We have hundreds of products to choose from, for any event. If you’re in college, St. Patty’s day is a big deal. Your fraternity or sorority party won’t be forgotten if you pass out swag. And...
January 2012
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Hanes 4 Education
All you musicians in the making, science nerds, and drama kids, you know we’ve got your back, and Hanes definitely does too. Customizo wants to praise our partner, Hanes, for teaming up with Box Tops for Education in support of our students’ education! Now, not only can you help your school by shopping at the grocery, but also by sporting some personalized gear.
How bout a new or...
New products at Customizo!
Customizo has recently added some new items to our catalog. You’ll not only find more options on brands and styles of t-shirts, but more custom promotional items for your organization! So, whether shopping for your team, an organization or upcoming event, you’ll find the best quality products for the lowest prices.
Have a big sorority event coming up? The Next Level Juniors Deep...
Congrats to Chicago Sport and Social's top teams!
Customizo wants to congratulate the top ranked teams for a few of Chicago Sport and Social’s current leagues! Basketball, volleyball, and bowling are under way and teams are playing their best to get the top spot.
In the Men’s Competitive Basketball League, the top four teams include the Muffinmen, Pink Fuzzy Bunnies, Lakeshore, and SICA. All four teams are undefeated in their...
Design your winter apparel with Customizo!
Embrace this season’s cold weather by creating a custom winter wardrobe! Customizo has cool winter graphics that you can add to a sweatshirt, jacket or any other product available. With so many brands and designs, Customizo is your one-stop shop to creating apparel that is as unique as you.
With all the brands available and products to choose from, you will love Customizo’s...
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A preview of the CBA t-shirt contest entries!
Customizo has teamed up with Chicago Bagel Authority for their t-shirt design contest and there have already been postings of great ideas!
Here’s a sneak peak of some of the designs that have already been entered:
Sean Temaine
1.
Jason Neyer
2.
Joe Tipton
3.
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Riley Benko
5.
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Sarah Baker
7.
Sam Reckweg
8.
Great job everyone!
Voting starts...
Fashionable Rain Wear: Augusta Pull-Over
It can’t rain all the time, but if it does why not be fashionable? Customizo’s Augusta Pull-Over is the perfect addition to any wardrobe. It’s water resistant, machine washable, and comes in four colors: red, black, navy, and royal blue. Best part? The jacket tucks into its pocket. Talk about easy, compact storage! Just toss it in your bag, whip it out and BOOM! Instant rain...
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Give a unique gift this Valentine's Day
Valentine’s day is just around the corner, and whether you have a sweetheart or not, you can spread the love to the people in your life buy designing your very own custom gifts with Customizo!
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching it’s time to start thinking of ways to show your sweetheart how much you care. Upload and create a Valentine’s day design that can be added to...
Design tees for your sorority or fraternity
Is your sorority or fraternity gearing up for another semester full of mixers, events and fundraisers? Let Customizo help you design t-shirts for all of your events. We offer competitely low prices on bulk purchases!
Use the Customizo design studio to create the coolest t-shirts on greek row! Use our free templates or create your own design and upload it to your tee.
American Apparel Girly Basic...
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The girls from Girl Forward sporting their custom...
Check out these great customized tees printed at Customizo. Don’t these girls look fantastic!
At Customizo we love the Girl Forward organization and their mission. GirlForward is a volunteer-run non-profit organization that was just recently founded this last year in 2011 in response to the growing need for support focused on adolescent girls who have been resettled in Chicago as...
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Hey Designers...Enter the CBA t-shirt design...
Enter the Chicago Bagel Authority t-shirt design contest and have a say in the next greatest CBA t-shirt which you’ll see all over town. Winner gets $100 CBA gift card and 20 tees featured with your very own original CBA design.
To enter all you need to do is one of the following…
- Buy a sandwich at CBA at either the Armitage or Belmont location (1 entry per sandwich)
-...
December 2011
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Free Graphic Tees from Customizo-Get em' while it...
Get a Free T-Shirt from Customizo!
“Like” us on Facebook and get a coupon code for a free graphic tee from Customizo.com when you order custom apparel or products.
Groupizo, our group design option, provides a social platform where your group can connect, collaborate, and design. Check it out!
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Brand Your Business with Group Apparel!
If you own a small business I am sure you know how important it is to create brand awareness for your company. One of the easiest ways to get started is to provide your employees with logoed apparel and/or to sell logoed apparel and products so community members are reminded of your company. Besides t-shirts Customizo carries a great selection of products specific to small businesses. We carry...
TRIPLE Box Tops for the Holidays!
The Holiday Season is all about giving back and nothing shines brighter than giving back to your community. By the end of this year, (December 31st to be exact) every Hanes sweatshirt and fleece that you order with Customizo, you will earn TRIPLE Box Tops for your community. It’s that simple! All you have to do is go to our Box Top For Education C-Store where we have a huge...
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Customize Clothing on the Top Brands - Nike,...
At Customizo we carry a great selection of name brand apparel and products. We have just about every designer name brand for you to create customized clothing. We carry brands such as: Nike, adidas, IZOD, American Apparel, Hanes, Reebok, Columbia, and more. And if there is something you can’t find on our website that you want just contact us and we can get it for you. We’ll search...
Create Monogrammed Gifts for Your Family!
Create personalized blankets and robes for the relatives that are specially made just for them.
Keep them warm and comfortable this winter by giving them custom embroidered or monogrammed robes. No one can resist customized comfort, can they?
Check out this Port Authority Terry Velour Robe. This will be sure to provide your favorite relatives with comfort and warmth this winter season!
They...
Create your Own Custom Yoga Pants and Exercise...
Do you have a pilates or a yoga retreat coming up? Before those big events happen consider getting some personalized shirts, yoga pants, shorts, sweatpants, or whatever it is that you need to make the event fun for you and your friends.
Do you own a yoga studio, boxing gym, or a physical therapy practice? Create some brand recognition for your personal training business, hot yoga studio, or...
November 2011
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Have a Happy Hanukkah with Customizo!
“Put on your yarmulke, Here comes Hanukkah! So much funukah, To celebrate Hanukkah!”
Eight (crazy) nights, one Menorah, and great company. Starting December 20th to the 28th, many begin the celebration of the miracle of lights. This year, celebrate Hanukkah with some festive gear from Customizo. We have a huge selection of T-Shirts, Sweaters, Outerwear, and more to make your...
IT'S CYBER MONDAY!
Start flexing those fingers and get ready for the biggest day on the internet- CYBER MONDAY! We are joining in on the fun and offering you great deals on all of your customized apparel needs! Today, head on over to Customizo.com and get 20% OFF and FREE Shipping on your entire order. Start thinking of that special someone or get creative with ideas to wear to your favorite holiday...
Earn Triple Box Tops This Season!
Need some new Hanes sweatshirts for the Holiday Season? Want to do something great for your community?
Well, look no further than Customizo.com!
Customizo and Box Tops for Education have teamed up to give you an opportunity to buy Hanes brand sweatshirts or fleece this season and earn triple Box Tops for your community now til December 31st, 2011. Yes, you read...
IZO: Four Sites. One Vision.
Our brand new corporate website is finally here!
Meet the Izo brands: Customizo. Groupizo. Snapizo. CustomizoU.
We wanted to make custom group ordering a fun, interactive, and simple process. We took a look at the custom ordering and designing industry and found one huge missing puzzle piece: The ability to collaborate with group members all in one place!
Customizo...
We Love College.
You want to know why? Because college students are funny, creative, and they think of the best custom apparel ideas. And well, over at Customizo, we don’t just have custom t-shirts and the typical custom clothing…we have a wide variety apparel options to further your creativity.
Want your group to stand out or just be plain ridiculous? Guys, the customizable Bayside Hi-Visibility...
Vampires and Werewolfs are on our Mind!
It’s finally here! It’s finally here! The day all of us twihards, across the nation, have been waiting for. The 4rd installment to the Twilight Saga, Breaking Dawn is hitting theaters today! Whether you are Team Edward, Team Jacob, or just fancy vampires and werewolf alike, we have you covered.
Come get your group together and head on over to Customizo.com and start designing your...
Order Custom Hanes Apparel + Earn Box Tops for...
Box Tops for Education is a great program, it allows you to earn cash for your school while you shop, even when you’re shopping online! So make sure you check out what retailers honor the Box Top for Education program in your area and online.
We have exciting news to share! Recently Customizo.com has partnered with Hanes and Box Tops for Education to provide you with the opportunity to...
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At CBA, Bagels and Shirts Go Hand in Hand.
“Changing the world one bagel at a time!” That’s a motto to live by, well, for a bagel place anyway!
Let’s put the spotlight on the delightfully delicious Chicago Bagel Authority or CBA if you’re a regular. This amazing establishment has been steaming bagels of all sorts since 1998 in the heart on Lincoln Park with another location that just popped up in the Lakeview area and...
October 2011
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Gear up for winter in team colors
Do you have those coveted season tickets for your favorite team this year? That’s great and all, but it’s going to get a little cold out there. No worries, at Customizo, we’ll make sure you’re warm enough (and in team colors) so that you can still scream at the refs when they make a bad call. We want you to bleed team pride while still being nice and cozy so you can enjoy...
Attention All "Turkey Trotters"
Attention all communities members with upcoming Turkey Trots: Thanksgiving is a little over five weeks away, so we hope you are preparing to order your t-shirts! Turkey Trots are always a great way of getting neighbors together in a community to raise money for a good cause. They are also a great way for us to burn off those calories before we eat our weight in food.
Anyways, why wait for the...
Hey Fall Athletes! Get Your Cold Weather...
The temperature has definitely dropped but we know your team is still out there playing and braving the cold. It’s a little too chilly out there to wear just shorts and a t-shirt. Don’t worry though, we have plenty of cold weather gear over here at Customizo. You can order anything from warm ups to hats to make sure your team is in unison. Anyways, aren’t the most intimidating teams the ones that...
Five Essential Items for a College or Pro Football...
We are well into the football season for college and the pros. Football, however, is not known for the greatest weather conditions and sometimes the rain can put a damper on your game watching experience. When attending a football game, there are five essential (customizable) items that we have at Customizo to make your game watching experience a great one, despite the weather.
1. Grab a seat...
Fall Apparel with Runners In Mind
Yesterday, over 45,000 runners participated in Bank of America’s Chicago 26.2 mile Marathon. Talk about an accomplishment! Congratulations to all who participated (especially to the woman who gave birth right after!). If you didn’t get a chance to run this year its never too early to start training for the 2012 marathon. And if 26.2 miles is just a bit too long for you (I know it is...
Calling All Sororities: Welcome Your New Members...
Recruitment season is here and you know what that means.. Shout your letters out loud- by wearing them! Look your best when meeting potential members, representing your letters in style and wearing them with pride. At Customizo, you can customize any product with your letters on it. Imagine the possibilities! Bags, sweatshirts, sweatpants, blankets, hats, tote bags and more can be custom made on...
September 2011
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Autumn Weather equals Long Sleeves
Fall 2011 officially began last Friday, September 23rd. You know what that means, time to pack away the tank tops, shorts, and flip flops and dust off the sweaters, jeans, and long sleeve tees. Create your own unique long sleeve tee or hoodie for your team, fraternity, or sorority with Customizo to sport this season! Whether you’re going to class or a community service event, our long...
Fall is Here!!
Crisp leaves, lots of layers, and pumpkin spiced lattes can mean only one thing: Fall is upon us!
Since the air turned a bit chilly here in the windy city, Customizo has you covered. We have a wide variety of windbreakers, jackets, sweatshirts, sweats, and hats to keep you toasty (and stylish!) on even the most nippy of days. Did we also...
Be Fashion Forward with Customizo!
Alerting all Trendsetters, Fashionistas, and Fashion savvy guys and gals from coast to coast. This season’s trend report is here, and Customizo is ready to get your street style topnotch and turning heads!
This fall everyone is loving Varsity Jackets. Talk about a statement. Throwing one of these jackets on before you walk...
Club Sports Season Is Finally Here!
Ah, the crisp fall air and a light breeze to cool you off is the perfect weather for an intense game.
The fall sports season has finally arrived club teams, and Customizo.com is here to help you with all of your apparel needs. You can design jerseys, team t-shirts, warm ups, sweatshirts, sweatpants and even duffle bags.
With matching gear, your team is sure to be the sharpest one on the...