Business Details
29 Years
experience
Custom Embroidery & Screen Printing Services in Rice Lake, WI
Northwoods Promotions was founded in 1997 with a vision to deliver exceptional customer service to schools and businesses in Northern Wisconsin. Over 25 years of dedicated growth, we have become one of the region's leading providers of embroidery and screen printing services. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is rooted in ethical business practices, with the belief that prioritizing clients ensures long-term success. As active community advocates, we serve on 12 local boards spanning sports, civic organizations, and government bodies. Our team partners with schools and civic groups to facilitate fundraising through custom apparel and promotional products. Owners Mary and Chris Olsen returned to Barron County in 1999 and purchased the business in 2015, continuing their mission to support small entrepreneurs and local economic development.We maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, a distinction no other decorator within 170 miles of Wisconsin has achieved. Our expertise spans garment decoration cost calculations based on color placements, stitch counts, and material selection. We accommodate customer-provided items for embroidery while maintaining strict quality control standards. With decades of combined experience, our team provides transparent pricing, clear communication, and reliable service delivery for every project.
Services
Embroidery
Screen Printing
Fundraising Webstores
Promotional Products
Name Brand Apparel
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We maintain an A+ BBB rating, the only decorator in Northern Wisconsin with this distinction
- Our team serves on 12 community boards supporting local economic development
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees for all decoration cost calculations
- 25+ years of combined experience in garment customization and promotional products
- We partner with schools and civic organizations for effective fundraising solutions
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Outstanding customer service
Trust NWP
Community involvement
BBB accredited
Quality embroidery
Services
Embroidery
Precision embroidery services using advanced digitizing technology to create detailed, durable designs on apparel and accessories. Our experts calculate decoration costs based on stitch count and placement complexity, ensuring accurate pricing for every project. Ideal for corporate logos, team uniforms, and personalized gifts requiring professional finishing.
Screen Printing
Full-service screen printing with specialized techniques for multi-color designs on various fabric types. Minimum order requirements apply for 1-color art starting at 12 pieces. Our process includes artwork preparation, color matching, and quality control checks to maintain consistent print quality across bulk orders for businesses and organizations.
Fundraising Webstores
Custom webstore platform enabling schools and community groups to generate revenue through branded merchandise sales. Organizations set markup percentages, and we handle order fulfillment while providing post-campaign checks for total funds raised. Includes support for designing store layouts and product selections tailored to specific fundraising goals.
Promotional Products
Curated selection of promotional items featuring custom branding for marketing and event needs. Partnerships with major suppliers provide access to thousands of products including wearables, drinkware, and accessories. Services include inventory management and bulk order coordination for corporate events, school functions, and community initiatives.
Name Brand Apparel
Authorized distributor for leading apparel brands including Under Armour, Nike Golf, and Badger Sportswear. Offers access to high-performance fabrics and licensed merchandise through an extensive supplier network. Provides expert guidance on selecting appropriate garments for specific decoration requirements while maintaining brand quality standards.
People
Mary Olsen
Co-Owner
Co-owner with 25+ years in community business development. Serves on seven non-profit boards including Chamber of Commerce and United Way. Committed to supporting local entrepreneurs through ethical business practices.
Chris Olsen
Co-Owner
Co-owner focused on operational excellence since acquiring the business in 2015. Active in civic leadership through multiple community board roles. Prioritizes customer satisfaction and technical expertise in garment customization processes.
Questions
How does the fundraising webstore program work?
Our webstore program allows organizations to set custom markups on products. When the store closes, we issue a check for the total funds raised, handling all order fulfillment.
When should I use a webstore for orders?
Webstores are recommended for collecting multiple orders simultaneously, providing centralized payment processing and order tracking for groups and organizations.
What factors determine garment decoration costs?
Screen printing costs depend on color count and placement, while embroidery pricing is based on stitch volume. Contact our team for detailed project-specific quotes.
Can I use my own garments for customization?
We accept customer-provided garments for embroidery at additional costs. Please consult with our representatives to ensure material compatibility and pricing details.
What are the screen printing order minimums?
Minimum requirements start at 12 pieces for single-color designs. Contact our sales team for specific details on bulk order requirements and pricing options.
Why choose Northwoods Promotions over competitors?
We're the only BBB-accredited decorator in Northern Wisconsin with an A+ rating, combining technical expertise with community-focused service since 1997.
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Reviews (3)
Out There
May 26, 2021
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We have work with Northwoods for 15+ yrs with both of our businesses and we are always pleased with the service and quality
Nicole Klang
Jan 23, 2021
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I needed shirts printed and designed in a few days and Sarah worked hard to make that happen. Super easy and fast responses. I'll definitely be using them again! Very impressed.
Rob Carey
Jan 31, 2019
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Chris and the team are a pleasure to work with. I found the quality and certainty a positive change in today's world. I was able to count on them to meet the production schedule.
