Entries by PelHughes

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When should a company logo be updated? 

A company logo can be an iconic, recognizable image. Some logos have such a powerful effect on us that we can instantly recognize their elements, color, and font from afar. Your company’s logo is important. It will be seen on your business cards, website, social media accounts, and even your packaging. It might seem like changing your […]

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Copywriting Tips for Compelling Direct Mail 

Developing a persuasive and effective direct mail campaign is an involved process. Not only should your design, font, and graphics look enticing, your copy should spurn action and reflect the value your business has to offer. Truth be told, your direct mail campaigns may require numerous revisions but the end result is worth it. Copywriting […]

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5 Ways You Can Use Promotional Products 

From branded pens and notepads to reusable water bottles, we have all been gifted promotional products at some point in our lives. When promotional products have a purpose—like a cloth grocery bag or an umbrella, your employees and customers/clients will likely use them frequently. This is why the country’s biggest employers and top retailers gift […]

Advertising in Print: Myths and Truths 

Advertising is the lifeblood of enterprises throughout the United States. Properly-executed advertising can boost sales and deepen brand recognition. In the last 20 years, the use of digital advertising has exploded. While digital ads have their merit, it’s wise to avoid overlooking the power of advertising in print. Pel Hughes is a family-owned printing company that […]

Advertising with Print in the 21st Century 

From online banking to remote learning and app-based grocery shopping, it might seem that almost everything has moved to the digital space. Even the advertising world has be rocked by this fact of 21st century life. Although digital advertising has its merits, it doesn’t mean that print should be overlooked. Print advertising still has a place—especially specific forms […]

Personalized URL (PURL): Grab Your Customers’ Attention 

We spend more time in the digital space than we do face-to-face. Because of this, personalization seems to be the best way to put a human touch back into commerce. Personalizing everything from direct mail to e-mail campaigns helps show a brand’s consumers that they care about the human being behind the transaction. One way […]

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Digital and Print Advertising: What Works & What Doesn’t 

Print and digital advertising can help make or break a business. When talking with digital marketers, you might hear that digital is superior to print. Similarly, some printing professionals may sing print’s praises and overlook the benefits of digital advertising. The truth is that most companies benefit from utilizing a blend of both. Developing advertising […]

Die Cutting FAQs: An Advanced Printing Technique 

Using advanced printing techniques to your advantage could help your business, organization, or special event stand out from the crowd. One popular technique that can make your print materials look and feel unique is die cutting. Die cutting is a process that produces cut outs, uniquely-shaped materials, and a three-dimensional effect to printed materials.  What is a die […]

5 Tips for Response-Driven Direct Mail Campaigns 

Did you know that businesses who use direct mail can see higher response rates than social media advertising and e-mail marketing? It’s true; when direct mail campaigns are properly executed, they can yield great results. When considering venturing out into direct mail advertising, it is important to know what makes direct mail campaigns effective and […]

5 Benefits of Professional Graphic Design

Professional graphic design can take your brand to the next level. Investing in quality design helps your enterprise develop a recognizable brand. Improperly-executed or poorly-done design, however, can have the opposite effect. Bad graphic design could cost you growth and sales by affecting how your brand is perceived. Pel Hughes is proud to offer in-house graphic […]