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  • Case Study - University of Reading 90th Anniversary

    Case Study - University of Reading 90th Anniversary

    This year the University of Reading are celebrating their 90th Anniversary and to mark the occasion they came to us, as one of their approved suppliers looking for bespoke ties and scarves. Our Education expert Beth Coleman worked closely with the University of Reading on this project, from the initial planning stages right through to the delivery of the product. Working with Hambleside for over 16 years and specialising in the education sector for over 6 years Beth has a wealth of education merchandise experience. 'When Rachel approached me with this project, we discussed materials, packaging and branding options available and once the brief was supplied quickly sourced the best quality options from a long standing supplier. Being involved during the planning stages meant a quicker and more accurate solution being created’, Beth Coleman, Education Sales Manager. The ties and scarves will be giving out as gifts by their Vice Chancellor throughout their 90th year. Packaging The packaging was a key element with this project, encompassing tissue paper, branded labels and high quality embossed boxes using two designs.