Kitty Mac Garage Door Screens

No matter what side of the aisle you’re on when it comes to the presidential election, you can’t deny the excitement that’s building for November. As an American citizen, it’s an amazing time to be involved, and to be a part of the political process. And when it comes to campaign merchandise, well, you just can’t get enough. At least that’s what some merchants are thinking.

I traveled to Washington D.C. over the summer and wandered into a store that sold presidential candidate merchandise. Everything from bumper stickers, to t-shirts and baby bibs, was available in your candidate or party of choice. So I asked the sales clerk if she saw a trend in purchases. Without a beat she said, “Everyone wants something with Barack Obama on it.” And apparently that idea holds true across the country.

Although I’m sure sales are strong for the McCain ticket, it seems that Obama merchandise, in particular, is a hot ticket item that consumers just can’t get enough of. But if you feel as though you’ve seen everything, well don’t hold your breath, because there’s a new item in town. You can actually get a Barack Obama banner that adheres to your garage door screen. Yes, that’s right, a garage door screen. Now before you scratch your head and say, “Huh?” let me explain what it is.

You know how when you want to do work out in your garage and you want fresh air, you have to fight off the bugs and other debris, especially when the sun goes down? Well there’s a wonderful thing called a garage door screen that actually fits snug against your garage door frame. It allows you to use your garage space without feeling like target practice for mosquitoes and other annoying critters.

So you have this wonderful garage door screen, and then to top it off, it comes with heavy-duty Velcro strips that allow you to display a banner, also called an ”insert.” Here’s where the Obama banner comes in. You can actually show your support for your candidate (a McCain one is coming soon) right there for everyone to see. The benefits of this type of banner include:

• A sturdy, double-stitched construction that stands up to wind and other elements.
• A tightly woven mesh material that allows for air flow.
• It can stand on it’s own as a banner, or be attached to your garage door screen.
• The banner is portable and can be taken with you to other campaign events or neighborhood parties.
• It’s available in different sizes to accommodate your unique need.

Now’s the time to get involved, and having presidential campaign merchandise is part of the excitement. Need more information? Visit www.freshairscreens.com/obama right now.

As the end-of-summer temperatures start to peak, the excitement of football season can’t be ignored. Whether it’s at the little league, high school, college or professional level, football games mean one thing: It’s time to party!

There’s nothing better than hosting a football watching party. Friends and neighbors come together to root for a favorite team, eat plenty of food and catch up on each other’s lives. So as the leaves begin to turn and you get the itch to watch a game, consider these tips to be the perfect host:

Set the mood. Whether it’s by purchasing special theme party supplies, or making do with sports memorabilia you have sitting around the house, you’ll want to create a festive atmosphere that says, “Party Here!”  Cover your food table with a green table cloth, then sprinkle confetti over the top. Make a centerpiece with your favorite team’s colors, and your food table is good to go.

Let the games begin. During half time, why not supply some homemade flags and have a hearty round of flag football in your yard? All you need is wide ribbon and Velcro. Make a belt, with two detachable “flags” on each side. Purchase ribbon in your team colors and hold a tournament throughout the season. Keep track of the winning teams throughout the year in order to declare a final champion when the season is over.

Be comfortable. You don’t want dozens of people coming over, only to squint at a small screen in one tiny room. Make sure that you have enough viewing room, or multiple televisions in order to accommodate your guest list. Consider having various viewing rooms, or if it’s a nice day, have a TV set outside as well. If you have a garage that serves as a party overflow area, consider purchasing a garage door screen in order to keep your guests comfortable, and your watching area free of pesky bugs or debris. Check out garage door screens at www.freshairscreens.com.

Play games. Consider having a betting pool and let guests choose half-time scores, most valuable players, number of fumbles, etc. Be creative, and provide fun trinkets or inexpensive gifts for the winners.
Dig out your recipes. It’s easy to get in the rut of making the same old thing when hosting a party. Pull out those recipe books collecting dust on your shelves and try new appetizers or main dishes. Stick with “comfort foods,” and avoid anything too unique, as you’ll want to appeal to a wide array of tastes.

Have fun. Most importantly, make your parties memorable, and ones that your friends and family will want to keep attending. Cater to  your guests, make sure strangers become fast friends, and enjoy the spirit of football!

It seems that no matter what your political affiliation happens to be, the buzz and excitement that goes along with this year’s presidential election can’t be stopped. Just ask Marvin Miller, owner of Kitty Mac Fresh Air Screens.  He’s seen the need for Americans to feel involved and show support for their favorite candidates, and produced a product that he feels is a hit.

“The excitement shared by millions of Americans for the elections this November is unreal,” he said. “No matter what side of the fence you’re on, people are really wanting to show support and display their preferences,” he said.

So Miller decided to take one of his existing products and tweak it to meet that need. A producer of garage door screens with detachable “inserts,” or banners, he developed a new design for both Barrack Obama and John McCain. These inserts can stand alone, or can be attached to one of his unique garage door screen systems.

Although his company has been around for years, the excitement of the garage door screen concept has recently been catching on.

“Think about how many parties people have that extend to outdoors and in their garages. Or what about those guys who love to watch TV while working on a project in their garage space. My garage door screens create a room that’s free from bugs or debris, and can help you maintain a clean, comfortable area,” Miller said.

The screens feature a sturdy Velcro section that can hold a banner, or insert, that is customized. Thus, the political banners came into play.

“These inserts are made of a finely woven, sturdy mesh fabric that allows for fresh air flow,” said Miller. While your neighbor’s banners are getting caught up by the wind and carried into another part of town, these banners can endure strong winds and stay attractive in your yard, hung off the side of your house, or as part of your garage door screen system.

Although Miller first developed the design for Barack Obama, a John McCain version is at press right now. He says that he would be proud for his products to be a part of this year’s campaign.

“It’s definitely an exciting event,” he said. “If everyone shows their support, it’s going to be an exciting race to watch.”

For more details about the presidential banners, or about customer banners and garage door screens, visit www.freshairscreenscom.

Ah…..it’s Labor Day. For many of us that means we can enjoy a Monday off, free of deadlines, meetings and worries. If you’re part of that lucky crowd, then you’re probably enjoying time together with friends and family. Perhaps your neighbors are coming down for a barbeque. Or maybe you’re having a block party, or you’re having a competitive game of football in your front yard.

Whatever the activity, all American workers are excited to have a day that is dedicated to honoring us and, well, giving us a little break. And in light of that, you might be thinking, “Hmmmm….what could I do to celebrate?” Here are some suggestions that might get you in the mood to enjoy the day, or another holiday in the future:

Have a pitch in. It doesn’t matter if it’s last minute and unorganized. Most of the fun parties are! Call your neighbors and friends. Tell them the time and place, and have them bring a dish to share. You don’t have to be fancy. An even easier option is to collect money and order out for pizza. Just as long as there’s good food and something to drink, the fun will take care of itself.

Set the stage. Clear out the garage and make your home party central. Set up card tables, and provide fun board games like Monolpoly or Dominoes. Set up an impromptu tournament and see who can claim to be this year’s champion. And if you really want to be the pro at throwing parties, check out the garage door screens offered at www.freshairscreens.com. Talk about hostess with the mostess! This handy gadget turns any garage into a comfortable place to throw parties and keep the bugs away.

Mix it up. Don’t stick with the same old crowd you know and love. Have everyone you invite ask at least one additional person to come with them. This will bring new faces to your event. It’s always fun to mix it up a bit and enjoy making new friends.

Be responsible. No matter what, if you have alcoholic beverages at your party, make sure you encourage others to drink responsibly and designate a driver. Or offer your couch and extra floor space for those that need a place to crash in order to “sleep it off.”

Have fun. Hosting get-togethers, no matter how casual, is fun. So make sure you relax enough to enjoy it. Talk with and get to know new faces. Introduce guests to each other, and soak in the experience. Labor Day, just like all other holidays, is a chance to set back and appreciate the happy moments of life. Enjoy!

When it comes to finding political souvenirs and merchandise, just conduct a search online and you have millions of options at your fingertips. But when it comes to finding a way to support your favorite candidate and support your local economy all in one shot, well the task isn’t as easy.

That’s where Marvin Miller comes in. With his established local business ties and ability to “think big,” Miller has combined his existing business with the upcoming presidential elections, and come up with a winner.

A hometown businessman with a successful national business, Miller saw a need in the community and decided to go for it. The product? Presidential candidate banners that can stand alone, or can be displayed as part of his existing line of garage screen doors.

“The fit was perfect,” said Miller. “People in this community want to show their support for their favorite candidate, but often find that common yard signs don’t hold up to the weather, or they’re targets for mischief, if you know what I mean,” he said.

Through his Indianapolis-based business, Kitty Mac Fresh Air Screens®, Miller stimulates the local economy by working with a collection of vendors and workers out of the Indianapolis metropolitan area, as well as from Richmond, Ind.

His primary product, garage screen doors, are retractable mesh screens that can easily be installed within the frame of a garage door or structural opening, This allows for fresh air flow while keeping out bugs, leaves and other debris. It also allows homeowners to enjoy an extra space of their home in a more comfortable environment.

The screens have a unique sewn-in Velcro section that lets owners to hang personalized banners appropriate for special occasions, parties or events. With this new offering of Obama or McCain banners, residents can show their support in a way that allows for optimum viewing.

The banners themselves are available in three different sizes, and can be used on existing garage screen doors, by themselves, or can be purchased in a special package that includes a garage screen door and the banner of choice. The presidential candidate banners are also constructed out of a tightly woven mesh that is porous and allows for a banner-friendly air flow.

“People are really excited about this election,” Miller said. “By offering this timely product, we’re giving consumers a way to express that excitement in a unique and fun way,” he said.

These Indiana-made Obama and McCain banners can be purchased by visiting www.freshairscreens.com, or by calling 317-549-0783.