Get 10% Off Selected Popular Clothing Brands At JKL

Summer is almost here, which means many of you will be either planning or packing for your holiday away. Whether it's a vacation or staycation, it's always the perfect time to update your wardrobe with a few new gems so you can look and feel good on holiday.

As a little thank you to all our lovely customers we're offering 10% off our most popular clothing brands, so you can treat yourself to some new holiday outfits.

For the whole of May you can use our exclusive discount on our Brave Soul, American Apparel and Bella Canvas ranges. Each collection features beautiful basics and fancy holiday essentials, whatever the weather.

All you have to do is enter the code JUNE10 at the checkout, however this offer won't last forever as it ends midnight 30th June.

Go on treat yourself!

JKL Facts - Everything You Need To Know About T-Shirt Printing

At JKL Clothing printing t-shirts forms part of what we do and what we are about. We have been printing the humble t-shirt for over 15 years and in that time have seen an industry transformed by technological advances and garment choice.

The variety of print methods has increased to the point where it can be quite confusing to the customer as to which option to choose, which will look the best and achieve the optimum results. At JKL we guide our customers through each step of the process from selecting the right garment to choosing the most appropriate print option. Each printing decision is based on personal and unique situations and change from customer to customer. We want your printed t-shirt to be exactly what you are looking for at a price that fits your budget. We won’t try to sell you a t-shirt just because we have the stock or have an affinity with a particular brand. We choose your garment based on sound practical facts such as garment fabric, colour options and size availability to name but a few. We also do the same with your print method where again factors such as garment quantity, logo design and print position all play into the decision making process of which type of printing method to use.

T-shirt printing brands come and go and over the years we have seen many new brands with new styles and fabric choices. If your order is for a staff uniform that you will want to re-order again then we would recommend a brand that has a proven track record and has been around for a number of years. Brands such as Fruit of the Loom, Gildan and Kustom Kit and proven longevity within the t-shirt printing industry and we would be confident in stating that the printed t-shirt you order today will be available in six to twelve months time and beyond. If your order is for a one off sponsorship or event then brand sustainability may not be such a big deal and the most appropriate colour, size range or simply price might be the deciding factor.

The type of print is a different matter. JKL prides itself on the quality of our t-shirt printing and will only recommend a specific print technique based on fabric type, position and logo design. These three factors will determine the best print option for your t-shirt and provide the customer with the highest quality print outcome. The only other factor that we will add to the decision process is the quantity of prints required per logo. Cost effectiveness is something that we are well aware of, in the majority of cases the greater the quantity the greater the saving, so for example if we were to screen print your t-shirts the labour costs of separating the artwork (logo), setting up the screen or screens and getting the ink ready to print are basically the same whether you have 10 printed t-shirts or 1000. It would therefore make sense to recommend screen printing as a printing option for large quantity t-shirt orders.

Compare this to transfer printing as a printed t-shirt method. Transfer printing involves more or less the same amount of man hours per garment regardless of quantity. Finalising the artwork, printing the transfer and cutting out is based on single prints and takes the same amount of time for a single t-shirt as it does for 100. The benefit of transfer printing is the cost of the transfer is based on the size of the logo and not the number of colours contained within, as is the case for screen printing. It would therefore make sense to transfer print logos with a large number of colours going onto a small quantity of garments. Conversely, it therefore makes sense to use the screen print method when printing a logo with a small number of colours onto a large quantity of t-shirts.

Ultimately it is the customer’s decision which printing method to use but JKL will provide advice and costs for any number of options so that the customer has all the necessary information on which to base their print decision.

We are confident that whichever the t-shirt printing option you go for you won’t find a better printed product at a super completive price anywhere either on the high street or online. With well over 50 brands to choose from JKL stock one of the widest ranges of t-shirt available. Added to this the option to obtain your quote and order online 24hrs a day and we have your t-shirt printing requirements covered.

There are three ways to get your t-shirt printing order started:

Online, simply add the t-shirts you require to your basket and then proceed to check out. You will be prompted to add print to your order and taken through a step by step process to obtain your quote and place your order. Further information on how to do this is available on our website.

Through our contact page, simply fill out some basic details on our friendly contact page and we will get back to you with a full quote.

Phoning our office, pick up the phone and take the good old fashioned route to your perfect printed t-shirt order. We are open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and have experienced staff available to answer your questions and take you through every step of the way.

JKL Facts - Everything You Need To Know About Embroidered Polo Shirts

Our most popular embroidered item of clothing is undoubtedly the embroidered polo shirt. At JKL Clothing we have been embroidering polo shirts for over 15 years and in that time have seen a steady progression both in terms of the quality of the embroidery we are able to produce and the quality and choice of the polo shirts we are able to offer.

As a part of your staff uniform, team strip or promotional top the humble polo shirt is a winner on many different fronts. Casual, yet smart, comfortable to wear, easy to wash and iron and above all great at providing that first impression to clients, colleagues and the general public alike.

JKL stock and supply over 30 brands of polo shirt so we are sure you will be able to find the ideal one for your needs. With such a large range, we can recommend polo shirts based on colour, style, sizing or budget and one of our staff is on hand Monday to Friday.

Our staff have many years experience and can select polo shirts specific to our customers requirements. Many of the brands we stock have been around for a number of years, such as Fruit of the Loom, Gildan and Kustom Kit. Others are new to the market and offer a fresh new look and style.

The standard position for placing an embroidered logo or text onto a polo shirt is the left or right chest area. Here the logo can be the right size to show off any detail in the logo and also be in the right position to be seen. That’s not to say we can’t embroider in other locations. Many of our customers have logos or text on the sleeve along with the nape of the neck, which is particularly well suited to embroidering a web address.

We use Barudan embroidery machines which are renowned within the embroidery industry as some of the best machines available. There are many aspects that go into producing a quality embroidered polo shirt. The size of the logo is paramount to successful embroidery. Too small and the lettering and fine detail will either not be seen or look wonky and poorly drawn. Too large and the weight of the thread will drag on the polo shirt and pull it out of shape. In embroidery size does matter especially if you are working to a budget as embroidery prices are based on the number of stitches within the logo. Once again here at JKL Clothing we have experienced staff that can advise and recommend in regards to your logo and how it will appear when placed onto a polo shirt.

So how do you order embroidered polo shirts from JKL Clothing?

Online - Get a quote and place your order online using our state of the art web ordering system. Add the polo shirts into your basket; proceed to checkout where you will then be prompted to select which polo shirts you wish to embroider. Follow the steps to upload your logo, select the position you want it placing on the polo shirt, and add any text you require, get a quote and then proceed to payment. The order will then be picked up by one of our staff who will contact you by your preferred means to confirm any details before we process your order for delivery.

Through our online contact form - Complete the contact form which can be found on our website, providing details of the polo shirt you require the quantity and then upload your logo for us to take a look at. One of our experienced members of staff will then email a full quote to you, which if you are happy with you can then contact our office to confirm your order.

By phone – The good old fashioned way of doing business, here at JKL we believe that sometimes you just need to speak to a real person in order to explain what you need from your embroidered polo shirt. So pick up the phone ask as many questions as you like and give us some basic information. We will then get back to you with a full quote which is valid for 30 days.

How To Order Embroidered Clothing

There are so many options out there on the World Wide Web that it can be a bit of a struggle to find good quality embroidered clothing for either work or personal wear.

At JKL we like to think that we stand out from the crowd, we have many years experience in the embroidery and print personalisation sector so it's safe to say we know a thing or two. So let's jump into a little bit of information about us and how to order embroidered clothing.

The Embroidery Process

An embroidery logo needs to be set up or digitised so that it can be read by our embroidery machines. OK, on this one we will hold our hands up and admit this is not done in house. Why? Because it is a skill that can make or break the quality of the finished embroidered product. We prefer to use our digitising expert partner to guarantee a first class embroidery finish.

Once we have set up your embroidered logo we can then provide a sample for you to approve. You can then make amendments to your logo before it is embroidered onto your garments.

How To Order Embroidered Clothing

There are 3 ways to receive an embroidered clothing quote:

• From each individual product page, simply add the products you require to your basket and once in your basket select customise and follow the simple procedure to produce your individual quote. Full instructions are provided in the "How to order" section of our site.
• You can apply for an embroidered clothing quote very easily on our website  and one of our sales team will respond with a full quote.
• Pick up the phone (0114 239 8000) and speak to one of our sales team who will be happy to provide advice and a full quote.

Don't forget if you have any questions don't forget to contact us.

Exclusive Portwest Discount Only At JKL

For the whole month of February we are offering a 5% discount on the complete Portwest workwear brand.

Portwest clothing is a name associated with comfort and quality, with all of the clothing and work wear ranges meeting recognised international standards suitable for almost all work sectors, plus they have over a 100 years experience within the workwear field.

As well as our discount, don't forget we offer a print and embroidery service meaning you can choose to personalise our Portwest products with your work logo or a specific personal design, perfect for work and staff uniforms.

Sadly this offer can't last forever, you have until midnight the 29th of February. Use discount code PORTWEST5 at the checkout.

New Year Offer - Free Embroidery & Print Set Up Charges

We have a New Year special offer! Receive free embroidery and print set up charges with all new orders placed throughout the whole of January, making it even easier for you to switch and save with JKL.

This is the perfect opportunity to start 2016 with new personalised work wear. Free embroidery and print set up means it won’t cost you a penny to change from your current supplier to JKL.

Great prices, fast turnaround and superb customer service takes the hassle out of ordering staff uniform and personalised clothing.

JKL Christmas Deals - Get 15% Off On Selected High Street Brands

Christmas isn't too far off now, so skip battling the high street and instead shop from the comfort of your own home. As a little thank you we're offering 15% off our most popular high street brands. Order before 4pm on the 21st of December for guaranteed delivery in time for Christmas.

The following 5 brands now have a 15% discount on all garments:
Adidas
Craghoppers
Musto
Nike
Regatta

Get that perfect gift for family, friends and loved ones and plus we even give you the option to customise your garments with our embroidery and printing services.

To get the discount simply enter the code BRAND15 at checkout, ends midnight 31st December.

Save 10% Off Selected Fleece Jackets At JKL

The cold weather is just around the corner and with a record snowy winter on the cards it's time to get prepared with a stylish fleece from JKL.

To help you get ready for winter we are offering 10% off our most popular and stylish fleece jacket brands. Feel warm, look great and have a few more pounds left in your pocket when you buy a fleece jacket from JKL clothing.

The following four brands now have a 10% discount on all garments:

• Regatta
• Craghoppers
• Musto
• Nimbus

Snuggle into a fleece jacket from JKL this winter and keep the chill at bay.To get the discount simply enter the code FLEECE10 at the checkout, ends midnight 30th November.

How JKL Goes The Extra Mile With Your Printed and Embroidered Clothing

We understand that there are loads of companies on the market that can print and embroider clothing items, but not every company goes the extra mile like us here at JKL.

We stand out against competition because:

We have a dedicated sales team – We are here to help. We appreciate that an order for embroidered or printed clothing is unique to you and therefore each and every order will be different incorporating individual customers bespoke designs. That is why following your enquiry one of our experienced sales team will contact you to discuss your order and talk you through the process step by step.

We have a dedicated account manager – So you have just placed an order with us. What next? Well, you will be assigned a dedicated sales account manager who will see your order through from the start right through to delivery. They are your point of contact for any questions you may have or alterations you may wish to make.

If you would like to know more about our services or if you have a question or two you can easily contact us by visiting our Contact Us webpage, we look forward to hearing from you!

Outerwear To Keep You Cosy With JKL

Celebrate autumn in style whilst keeping warm and dry with our great outerwear collection. Avoid the marathon shopping trip to find the perfect A/W15 jacket because at JKL we have a selection of outerwear ideal for all seasons as well as items for men, women and children of all shapes and sizes.  

It's easy to assume you have to fork out quite a bit for a decent branded jacket but at JKL we have a range of designer outerwear such as Regatta, Craghoppers and Nimbus for a fraction of the price. Plus, don't forget we have our 7 Day Promise scheme which means if by chance you can find an alternative company online who can beat us in price then we are willing to refund the difference.

Shop by brand or browse our JKL jacket collection to find your A/W15 wardrobe staple.

Also, make sure you're signed up to our monthly email subscription to be the first to know about our excellent deals, you can thank us later!

The JKL 7 Day Price Promise

When ordering online you want the best price, service and options available to you. At JKL this is at the forefront of our mind which is why we want to introduce to you the JKL 7 day price promise.

So what do we mean by our "price promise?"

Unique to JKL, we aim to provide you with the best price on the market for your clothing items including our embroidery and printing services.

If by chance you can find an alternative company online who can beat us in price then we are willing to refund the difference - Just make sure to check out our terms and conditions first.

We have never knowingly been beaten on price as we make sure to constantly check the market place to ensure our price points remains the best.

However, this price promise is only valid for 7 days after purchase so you're going to have to be quick to beat us.

We're the best on the market for personalised clothing, so take the stress out of ordering printed and embroidered clothing as well as our standard garments by using JKL. Speak to one of our sales team on 0114 239 8000 for help and advice with your order.

JKL Does It Best - Personalised Clothing

JKL's summer sales continue with free embroidery and print set up charges on all orders of more than 25 garments.

Personalise clothing for any occasion using JKL's expert services.

Stipulations:

• Embroidered clothing (with same logo and maximum of 8000 stitches)
• Printed clothing  (with same logo and maximum of 1 colour)

To order your personalised embroidered or printed garments either:

• Go through our website ordering system
• Complete our online enquiry form
• Phone JKL and speak to one of our sales staff

Take the stress out of ordering personalised clothing by using JKL. Speak to one of  our  lovely sales team on 01142398000, for help and advice with your embroidered or printed clothing order.

If that reason isn't enough to get you clicking them don't forget to check out our blog post JKL Dedicated To You – Why We Do The Best Printed And Embroidered Clothing to find out why we're really the best.

Summer Savings At JKL Clothing – Embroidered And Printed Clothing

With the first day of summer in the UK starting on June the 21st we can’t wait to swap our trousers for shorts and ditch the layers. At JKL Clothing we’re in the mood for celebrating and you should be to with our latest offer, you can get 10% off all embroidered or printed t-shirts and polo shirts until the end of June.

To redeem this offer please phone one of our professional sales team on 0114 239 8000 and quote summer10.

It couldn't be simpler to order personalised clothing at JKL. There are two garment decorations options available:

• Embroidered Clothing
• Printed Clothing

To order your personalised embroidered or printed garments either:

1. Go through our website ordering system
2. Complete our online enquiry form
3. Phone JKL and speak to one of our sales staff

Take the stress out of ordering personalised clothing by using JKL. Speak to one of our sales team on 0114 239 8000 for help and advice with your embroidered or printed clothing order.

JKL Dedicated To You – Why We Do The Best Printed And Embroidered Clothing

At JKL we have been printing and embroidering clothing for over 10 years, so you can definitely say we know a thing or two about the clothing industry. Operating in-house, we use the very latest print and embroidery machine technology, but did you know we have dedicated team members to help you out?

Dedicated sale team – We are here to help. We appreciate that an order for embroidered or printed clothing is unique to you and therefore each and every order will be different incorporating individual customers bespoke designs. That is why following your enquiry to us one of our experienced sales team will contact you to discuss your order and talk you through the process step by step.

Dedicated account manager – So you’ve just placed an order with us. What next? Well you will be assigned a dedicated sales account manager who will see your order through from the start right through to delivery. They are your point of contact for any questions you may have or alterations you may wish to make.

Customer service – We value of our customers both big and small without them we wouldn’t exist. This is why customer service is at the heart of everything we do. We know we have competition in our industry and we know that customers have a wide choice of where they get their printed and embroidered clothing from. Our staff are regularly trained in customer service and all our processes are geared towards providing our customers with a faultless service. Communication is key which is why although we are a predominantly online business, the telephone is still the most important piece of equipment in our office. We talk to our customers and more importantly listen to them.

Plus, don’t forget we have a special offer on at the moment where you get a 10% discount on all embroidered promotional headwear items, you can find out more information by checking out our homepage.

JKL Facts - Clothing Terminology

At JKL Clothing we work with clothing everyday so are familiar with the terms used to describe the many different types of clothing styles, designs, fabrics etc. This terminology is often used in the product descriptions on our website and so, can be useful to understand when you are selecting the types and style of garment for your order.

We have therefore decided to write a few blogs on the subject of clothing terminology in the hope that it will clarify to our customers what the varying terms mean.

Yoke – This is a piece of clothing material that is sewn into a garment in order to support other looser material on the garment. In shirts, such as polo shirts it is sewn around the back of the neck and shoulder. In trousers and skirts it is sewn around the waist thus supporting the hanging fabric in the legs or the rest of the skirt.

Placket – This means “to lay on” and in clothing refers to allowing the garment to be put on and taken off more easily. In shirts for example the placket can be found on the front where the buttons are and also on the cuff at the end of the sleeve. They are almost always made of more than one layer of fabric.

The above image is a Fruit of the Loom polo shirt showing a front buttoned placket.

Taped Neckline – A taped neckline is a piece of fabric covering the stitching between the garment body and the collar. It strengthens the garment but also and more importantly makes the garment more comfortable to wear.

In our next blog we will look at different types of fabrics and what the descriptions actually mean. In the mean time why not do a spot of shopping and check out our casual leisurewear clothing and see if you can spot our terminology. 

JKL Brand Spotlight – Fruit of the Loom

At JKL Clothing we stock over 100 brands. Each month we focus on one of our brands and provide a brief overview of the brand and information which we hope you will find interesting and may be even help you in your buying decision. This month is the turn of Fruit of the Loom.

Established in America in 1851 Fruit of the Loom is truly a global company with outlets in over 20 countries encompassing 6 continents. Fruit of the loom is something of a branded clothing superpower within our industry.

So here are some Fruit of the Loom numbers;

• 32,500 are the number of people employed worldwide by Fruit of the Loom
• 97 is the number of current styles available
• 51 is the number of colours that these styles are available in.
• 1 manufacturing plant in Morocco
• 21 dye jets, 64 spinning frames and 220 knitting machines are to be found in the Morocco plant
• 2.2 million garments are manufactured here every week
• 50 million garments are held in stock at any one time

These numbers give you some idea of the size of this made for garment decoration heavyweight.

Fruit of the Loom use only the finest US cotton in manufacturing all their clothing and they are currently the only brand to use the Belcoro yarn which is spun on autocard spinning machines providing a cleaner more stable print area with fewer loose fibres.

It may also interest you to know that Fruit currently support 3 main charities (Childline, Cancer Research and the Newlife foundation for disabled children) they are also certified to Oeko-Tex standard 100-08-5295 which certifies that their garments contain no substances harmful to people or the environment.

Fruit of the Loom are a real favourite for us here at JKL Clothing. Their consistency and quality of clothing means that our customers are guaranteed to receive garments of the highest standard. The ease with which their garments accept a variety of printing techniques and embroidery also make them stand out as a preferred choice within the personalised clothing industry.

Often seen as the manufacturer of safe bet styles Fruit have recently developed a style of hoodie that is at the forefront of personalised clothing design. The Fruit of the Loom “Unique” hoodie is a garment that says fun and imagination. 

So whether you are looking for staff uniform, promotional t-shirts, schoolwear or just something fun to wear we would highly recommend Fruit of the Loom.

Five Reasons Why You Should Invest In Printed Workwear

If you are familiar with us at JKL then you should know that we’re a dab hand at customising clothing whether by embroidery or printing. This means we know why you should always invest in printed workwear, we’re not business boffins but we know a thing or two about printed workwear.

1. Get your branding noticed
Make sure your customers know your brand, enforcing your branding on your workwear is a good way to get noticed.

2. Creativity is key
Hands up if you’ve gotten a catchy slogan or song in your head. Not just us then? Creativity is key, and your workwear can be your advertisement space. Think of something catchy or memorable, it might just get you noticed.

3. Make it personal
We’re all human and when we’re playing the customer role it’s nice to know who we’re dealing with. Getting printed workwear which displays the name of the staff member who is helping you is perfect for building relationships.

4. Looks professional
Every little thing helps when it comes to the presentation of your business. Having quality printed workwear may seem like a minor detail but combined with your business branding it makes a big impact.

5. It’s custom
Worst thing about workwear? It’s all the same. Having printed workwear means that you have custom made workwear to represent your business and also satisfy your staff!

JKL On TV? Model Appears On Channel 4’s First Date

Has JKL hit the limelight? The answer is possibly, well hopefully! One of our handsome models for the JKL website will be getting their chance to shine on the Channel 4’s First Date in which a restaurant throws open its doors to single people looking for love.

The show will air on Friday the 6th of March and will see real daters going on real dates. Well, if our lovely model, Sam Reece, turns up in some JKL clothing he’s bound to get a second date!

You can see our model flaunting his stuff for one of our favourite brands Beechfield headwear, a wide array of contemporary hats, caps, and beanies for promotional purposes at top value.

To coincide with Sam appearing on the series, JKL Clothing will be running a 10% off promotion on all Beechfield headwear until 17th April.

To get the discount simply enter the code BF10 at checkout.

Keep an eye on JKL Facebook Page for more details.

Get Personal – Embroidered Workwear At JKL

It’s time to get personal.

Not like that! But with your branding! Make an impact right from the start, whether it’s for you or a whole company we can kit you out.

Using the latest embroidery machines we are able to embroider the vast majority of our garments with company logos and individual designs including embroidered workwear at very reasonable prices.

No design is too complicated and we can advise you on your design and how it will look on your selected garments. Just follow the instructions we provide to obtain an embroidered clothing quote.

Ready to stand out rather than blend in? Ordering couldn’t be easier just pick between these three methods:

1.    Add the products you require to your basket and once in your basket select customise and follow the simple procedure to produce your individual quote.
2.    Complete the enquiry form on our embroidered clothing webpage.
3.    Pick up the phone (0114 239 8000) and speak to one of our sales team who will be happy to provide advice and a full quote.

Get Personal – Printed Workwear At JKL

Standing out from the crowd is a lot easier than you think! Get personal with printed clothing, whether you’re looking for customised workwear or just funny slogan shirts for a holiday away, we understand how great it is to be noticed.

At JKL we have industry leading screen printing facilities which means we can offer quality printed clothing including a printed workwear service at very competitive prices.

No job is too big or small, just provide us with your logo or artwork and we will personalise your clothing items. It’s that easy!

Ready to stand out rather than blend in? Ordering couldn’t be easier just pick between these three methods:

1.    Add the products you require to your basket and once in your basket select customise and follow the simple procedure to produce your individual quote.
2.    Complete the enquiry form on our printed workwear clothing webpage.
3.    Pick up the phone (0114 239 8000) and speak to one of our sales team who will be happy to provide advice and a full quote.