subject: Silicone Bands Help In Bringing People Together For Different Causes [print this page] Custom silicone wristbands are one of the most popular trends to have gripped the imagination of the public in recent years. Non-profit and corporate organizations are increasingly using custom silicone wristbands for promotional activities. These bands first became popular in the year 2004, when yellow colored silicone wristbands with the "LIVESTRONG" message were used, most famously by Lance Armstrong, to create awareness about, and raise funds for, cancer patients. After this, people realized just how effective these bands could be in promoting different causes and brands.
Fundraiser bracelets make people proud about supporting a cause. As they are worn around your wrist, they are also very visible and therefore, helps create a buzz about the specific cause they are associated with. Many celebrities are also seen with Fundraiser Bracelets for different causes and organizations. The relevant message on a band gets automatically conveyed to other people, according to the color of the band, as with time, different colors are getting associated with different causes. As for instance, yellow has become associated with bladder cancer.
A wide variety of colors and designs adds to the appeal of these Custom Silicone Wristbands. There are also different ways of putting text and graphics on the bands. The most popular method is debossing, in which the text or message is engraved into the surface of the band. Besides debossing, embossing and silk screen printing are also quite popular. In embossed bands, the message is raised above the surface of the band. Both debossed and embossed bands have a 3D effect that is very eye catching. In silk screen printing, the text and graphics are printed onto the surface of the band in a contrasting color. Multi colored bands have also made an entry into the market. These bands are very stylish and trendy, and they are especially popular with youngsters. Medical grade silicone is used for making these wristbands, so you dont have to worry about any allergic reactions too. They are also very durable as a result.
The fact that these custom silicone bracelets are quite durable and very affordable as well makes them the ideal promotional tool for extended mass campaigns and fundraising. Fundraiser Bracelets are not only good for large scale events; they are the perfect promotional item for even small fundraising events. They are extremely cheap; you can get them for as low as $ 1.03, for a minimum order of 100 bracelets, through some online suppliers.
