TLDR: Winter is the smartest time to stock up on custom marking tools. From yard signs to irrigation tags, digital press products keep crews organized, safe, and on brand. Order early to skip the spring rush, get faster turnaround times, and lock in custom designs that look sharp everywhere.

Key Takeaways:

• Winter is prep season. It’s the best time to order marking tools before spring demand surges.

• Custom products boost clarity and branding. Signs, banners, tags, and decals improve communication and reinforce your identity.

• Digital press delivers speed and quality. Fast production, crisp printing, and durable materials keep your team ready.

• Ordering early keeps projects moving. Faster turnaround and more design support set you up for a smooth, efficient season. 

It’s the twelve days of…marking! This time of year is usually spent stocking up on gifts, cold-weather gear, and chocolatey, warm beverages. But it can also be the smartest time to prep for spring. 

While construction, landscaping, utilities, and agriculture prepare for their busiest stretch, now is the moment to refresh designs, restock essentials, and get your marking products ready before the rush hits.

The twelve digital press marking tools below make it easier to stay organized, communicate clearly, and keep every job moving. And as a bonus, they all have discounted pricing through the end of the month.

Why Digital Press Delivers the Best Custom Products 

Digital press printing gives you bold color, sharp detail, and dependable consistency across every piece. Updates are quick, customization is easy, and you don’t have to worry about setup delays or compromising quality. 

Whether through signs, tags, stickers, or decals, teams rely on precision and clear communication, and digital press output keeps everything running smoothly. 

Digital press printing is what keeps Blackburn moving fast, and it has distinct advantages over traditional printing methods:

• Digital files produce high-resolution images directly on various media, eliminating the need for physical printing plates

• Lower setup costs and faster turnaround times

• Easy and quick customization

• Both methods produce high-quality prints, but digital press delivers vibrant colors and fine details, especially for complex designs in small to medium runs

• Eco-friendly, generating less waste and using fewer resources than traditional printing

Why Ordering Early Pays Off

Even though the end of the year is the quiet season for many outdoor projects, it’s the smartest time to get stocked up on tools. 

Ordering digital press products in the fall and winter ensures:

Faster Turnaround

Spring brings long queues and tight deadlines. Winter doesn’t. Order now and your materials move fast, keeping your crew equipped without delays.

More Creative Collaboration

Blackburn’s in-house artists have more breathing room this time of year. They can refine artwork, explore options, and help you dial in designs that feel polished and consistent.

Time to Perfect Your Design

Off-season ordering lets you adjust colors, tweak fonts, review proofs, and finalize designs without the spring rush breathing down your neck.

Guaranteed Spring Readiness

Start the busy season fully prepared. No scrambling. No last-minute reorders. Just a smooth, organized operation from day one.

The 12 Days of Marking: Digital Press Products That Make Every Job Easier

Each of these tools elevates communication, clarity, navigation, branding, and safety on your job site and keeps your team moving long past the twelve days.

1. Corrugated Plastic Yard Signs

A well-designed yard sign grabs attention fast. A well-constructed yard sign keeps it. 

Blackburn’s corrugated plastic signs handle rough weather, keep text visible, and make on-site communication simple. Use custom yard signs for safety notices, jobsite directions, project identification, or branding that stands strong through any weather.

We sell over 15,000 yard signs annually. Beat the rush and order yours now!

2. Custom Window Clings

A window cling turns any surface into a messaging space. Window cling custom prints are perfect for offices, vehicles, storefronts, trailers, and more. 

They’re residue-free, easy to apply, and even easier to remove when your project changes or you need temporary branding.

3. Custom Banners

A well-placed banner gets your message across instantly. Customized banners work for events, project sites, temporary notices, or branded displays. They’re durable, flexible, and built to be seen from a distance.

4. Custom Marking Signs

Marking signs keep crews safe and projects moving. Use them to direct traffic, highlight hazards, explain processes, or label zones. When everyone knows where to go and what to avoid, work speeds up, and risks go down.

Plus, custom printing keeps your brand front and center and makes every site look organized and professional.

Blackburn sold nearly 4.5 million marking signs this year. Finalize your custom design on the signs trusted by pros everywhere and get ahead of the order rush!

5. Custom Irrigation Tags

Reliable labeling prevents costly irrigation mistakes. Irrigation tags identify valves, zones, and lines so crews know exactly what they’re working with. No second-guessing and no wasted time.

6. Service Tags

This small marker tag does a lot of heavy lifting. Service tags track inspections, maintenance schedules, repairs, and equipment history.

They keep teams aligned and prevent miscommunication that leads to downtime.

7. Custom ID Tags

Clear identification matters. Custom ID tags help crews quickly match equipment to tasks, track assets, and avoid mix-ups. They bring order to busy sites and make workflows more efficient.

8. Custom Door Tags

Blackburn’s tags are a hit—we sold nearly 162,000 in 2025. Round out your collection with door tags.

Use door tags to leave behind notes, promotions, updates, and service details for clients so nothing gets missed. 

They also double as a marketing touchpoint. With your branding, colors, and messaging printed front and center, a door tag reminds customers who did the work and what you offer.

9. Mower Measures

Precision tools like mower measures keep turf and landscaping work accurate. When your layout and measurements stay consistent, so does the quality of your results.

10. Field Plot Signs & Field Decals

Whether you’re organizing agricultural plots or marking key utility areas, field plot signs and field decals help teams stay oriented. Pair them with dealer signs to maintain a cohesive, professional look across your site.

11. Service Stickers

Service stickers turn maintenance reminders into advertising. Add your branding, contact info, and services so customers see your name every time they check their equipment.

12. Dealer Signs

Dealer signs work as in-field advertising. Use them to showcase the seed varieties and products growers use and build trust with anyone who passes by.

Stock Up Before the Season Turns

From custom yard signs to mower measures, Blackburn’s digital press lineup sets your team up for a smooth, visible, and well-organized new year. 

With holiday pricing running through the end of December, now’s the time to order, refine your designs, and get ahead of spring.

Order now or connect with us about custom orders and bulk pricing.

FAQs

What products should I order early?

Yard signs, service tags, decals, window clings, banners, flags, and any seasonal or outdoor signage benefit from early ordering—especially anything you’ll need ready to install by spring.

Are Blackburn products weatherproof?

Yes. Blackburn’s digital press products are built to handle tough outdoor conditions. Our items use durable materials that stand up to sun, rain, wind, and temperature swings.

How does ordering early improve the design process?

When you place your order in fall or winter, our artists have more one-on-one time to refine layouts, adjust colors, and make sure every detail is exactly right before production ramps up.

Does early ordering affect scheduling for large or bulk orders?

Absolutely. Bigger orders move through the queue faster when placed outside peak seasons, ensuring you get everything you need delivered on time without delays.

Is my pricing better if I order before spring?

While pricing itself doesn’t change by season, early ordering helps you avoid last-minute changes, rush requests, or additional proofing rounds that can increase project costs during peak months. Plus, Blackburn does offer seasonal discounts on select Digital Press products in the fall and winter…keep an eye out during that time of year.

Why does spring slow down production?

Demand spikes across every industry, which increases order volume and extends lead times.

What makes digital press printing better for yard signs, banners, and decals?

Digital printing provides sharp detail, strong durability, vivid color, and flexible customization without long waits.

Do window clings work for both indoor and outdoor use?

Window clings work well in either environment when applied to clean, smooth surfaces.

How long do custom banners and customized banners last outdoors?

Longevity depends on weather and frequency of use. Digitally printed banners handle sun, wind, and moisture with strong performance when used as directed.

Do I need final artwork before ordering?

Blackburn’s in-house artists can help refine or finalize your design during slower seasons, so early orders give you time for revisions.

Do I need a promo code to get the discounted pricing?

No promo code is required. Sale pricing is automatically applied and will appear at checkout.