From April 2021 all retailers in England will be required to charge 10p for plastic carrier bags following new legislation from the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). At present, plastic bags must cost at least 5p and the rule only applies to retailers with more than 250 employees, following the rule change […]
If you are vegan or someone who is looking to adopt a more vegan lifestyle you may be curious about all aspects of vegan life, including vegan clothing. We will take you through how you can make sure what you are buying is vegan friendly. Vegan materials Non-vegan materials If there are any materials not […]
What are certifications? An accreditation or certification, while slightly different are both ways by which a third party or authoritative body will confirm that a business or product complies with, and meets the standards that the third party or body expect in order to be awarded the certification or accreditation. For example, complying with the […]
You have had your cotton tote bag for a few months, and it’s due for a bit of a wash. But how should you wash your tote bag to ensure it maintains its shape and most importantly in a way that keeps the print as bright and bold as always? Read on to find out […]
It’s coming up to the festive season, so many of us are prepping our Christmas lists and think about what treats we can get for our friends and loved ones! Following this events of this year, small businesses have really taken a big hit, so now more than ever we should be taking our business […]
With Christmas creeping upon us, it's time to prepare for the buying season to start. Last year, £75 billion was spent by UK consumers throughout the Christmas period. For physical and online retailers alike, the opportunities at this time of year are endless, consumers aren't slowing down, and the spending through eCommerce stores increases each […]
Screen printing stands as the hallmark of BIDBI's printing services, offering a versatile and efficient method for producing high-quality printed cotton bags. Whether you're a seasoned customer or new to the concept of screen printing, this comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of the process, from its historical roots to practical considerations and […]
We sat down with Lucy Kokot, Sales Manager and one of BIDBI’s longest standing employees, and asked her a few questions so you can get to know her better. Here’s Lucy:
Today we had the pleasure of having a catch up with HR manager Alison Williams, (and sitting on the very comfy sofa in her office), to interview her about life at BIDBI and ask her some other fun questions. Hi Alison, tell us about your job, and what you do on an average day at […]
At BIDBI we offer 3 types of printing, Screen, Digital and DST. Here's a quick guide to each technique to help you choose which is the most suitable for your artwork. Screen Printing Screen printing is our most popular print technique, and we love it! It's the eco-friendliest way of printing logos and illustrations on […]
