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Compass Costs Consultants Limited invited Ten Men Design to breathe new life into their national advertising campaign, which showcased late 2009 and earlier in 2010, in the Law Society Gazette www.lawgazette.co.uk – the leading legal weekly.

This successful campaign took on a life of it’s own with the introduction of the clever new strap line “The Wonderful Wizards of Costs” and development of the magical atmospheric theme.  As a result the new style presented itself in various guises from the current National Advertising Campaign, two stunning 3×3 and a 3×2 Exhibition Plex Systems (pictured), a Limited Edition presentation Compass Costs Spell Book and 25 Inserts with everything you need to know in Costs Recovery world, Press releases, magic wands, USB cards, style inspiration for the company new website: www.compasscosts.com and not forgetting the promotional soft-toy owls!!

As a rapidly expanding, modern and vibrant business that boasts Fellows and Associate Members of the Association of Law Costs Draftsmen (ALCD), in addition to over 40 fee earners, who individually have been involved in some of the largest most ground breaking pieces of litigation in recent times, a strong national campaign is key to the continued growth.

Phil Hodgkinson, Managing Director said,

“As the largest independent legal services provider in the UK, our advertising and marketing campaigns have to be innovative, professional and most of all unforgettable. Tim at Ten Men Design made the effort to quickly understand our business, researched what we did and came up with a concept for our latest nationwide marketing campaign, then provided a range of stunning adverts which we are rolling out across the UK to coincide with our annual national exhibition tour.  I cannot advocate the service highly enough on paper; thoroughly professional, the highest quality, speedy and efficient.

Tim Ingram and Ten Men Design are now my firms design company of choice.”

For more information regarding Compass Costs Consultants Limited and the services they provide please visit www.compasscosts.com

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Whether it’s Madison New York City Chic or Traditional Hunter Tweed you desire, you must admit the Danish Design pet bedding ranges by Susanne Mortensen are sublime, providing exclusive solutions to satisfy the most discerning of pet owners.

MADISON BRIEF: Location, Location, Location … A Touch of New York City Chic!

The Madison Range makes a superb style statement. This classically chic design of Black and Silver Stripes is a must-have for the modern home. Made from 100% Cotton, the Madison range offers not only style but also comfort and durability of the highest order.  Available in: Deep Duvets and Slumber Beds.

MADISON DESIGN: Posters, Flyers, Swing Tags, Website Banners.

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HUNTER TWEED BRIEF: Escape to the Country …  A real rustic charm!

The Hunter Tweed Range of bedding gives a traditional feel of the country, with subtle earth colours. The mix of tweed and faux suede fabric textures offer a hard wearing bed with a comfortable feel.   Available in: Snuggle Beds, Slumber Beds, Box Duvets and Luxury Quilted Mattresses.

HUNTER TWEED DESIGN: Posters, Flyers, Swing Tags, Roller Banner Stands, Website Banners.

Danish Design, a family owned company, have been producing pet bedding for dogs and cats for over 25 years.  Recognised as market leaders in the UK, their reputation has been built on delivering products of high quality, that are both stylish and practical.

Danish Design Pet Products Limited, Westfield Mills, Kirk Lane, Yeadon, Leeds. West Yorkshire LS19 7LX

For your nearest stockist use your Pointer & visit them online  www.danishdesign.co.uk

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BRIEF: Sarah Raven Kitchen & Garden – Autumn 2010 Catalogue (52pp)

About Sarah Raven, writer, cook, broadcaster and teacher, is the expert on all things to grow, cut and eat from your garden.

She regularly writes for The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian and Waitrose Magazine and has presented BBC Gardeners’ World. Her gardening and cookery books have won her a number of awards including Best Specialist Gardening book for The Cutting Garden and Cookery Book of the Year for Sarah Raven’s Garden Cookbook. Her latest book Cooking for Family and Friends is due out May 2010

About the Range: Everything they sell is tried, tested and loved by Sarah so you know you’ll only ever get the best quality items for your kitchen and garden.  All their seeds, bulbs and plants have to not only look or taste fantastic but they must also be productive.  Sarah trials her veg and flowers at her Perch Hill Farm and only those items that have stood the test of time will make it into our range, so you’ll be able to enjoy them for years to come.

For more information visit: www.sarahraven.com

Words © Sarah Raven 2008 – 2010

Pictures © Jonathan Buckley www.jonathanbuckley.com

Be the first to hear about all their special offers: www.facebook.com/pages/Sarah-Ravens-Kitchen-Garden/133090846700946

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BRIEF:  Create a fresh, crisp, vibrant corporate identity to catch the attention of passing trade.  The broad client base at Springfield Camping demanded a modern feel with a reassuring nod to traditional ‘outdoor’ lifestyle.  Supply as vector logo artwork and external graphics.

Springfield Camping is situated deep in the Calder Valley, alongside the Rochdale Canal. Five minutes from Halifax city centre, we are located on Burnley Road in an area known as Luddendenfoot.

Their five storey mill shop contains floors full of tents, outdoor clothing, outdoor footwear, rucksacks, sleeping bags, camping equipment and much more. With friendly and knowledgable staff who are keen to expertly advise you on your outdoors equipment requirements.

Contact for more information:  http://www.springfield-camping.co.uk

Springfield Camping, Denholme Mill, Burnley Road, Luddendenfoot, Halifax, West Yorkshire HX2 6AR

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BRIEF:  RED STAR ‘THE VAULTS’ CD SLEEVE & BAND PHOTOGRAPHY

Red Star performs a high-energy mix of original material of Indie, classic and hard rock. This 5 piece Yorkshire band formed in and around Huddersfield, early 2004. They are continuously developing a strong following of all ages. They are arguably the most dynamic and energetic live act coming out of the North of England today, switching easily between driving rock and more chilled numbers.

Thunderous drums, Funked up Synth sounds, genius “Lead” Bass and razor sharp, screaming guitars all lay the foundations for Bloy’s dark, suggestive and controversial lyrics, with his vocal delivery and antics on stage that are becoming legendary. RED STAR is the band that will define a generation!

(Sheffield Student magazine, jan 2008)

“The lads from ‘RED STAR’ definitely have a big future with influences ranging from Oasis, The Stones Roses and a twist of Kasabian, they ARE the band to rejuvenate indie rock. In ‘Northerners In London Town’, they may well have a modern classic”.

(BBC Radio Manchester oct 2007)
“Redstar sent shivers down the spines of the scene kids, then made them re-assess there attire”.

CONTACT:

Visit RED STAR: www.weareredstar.co.uk

MySpace for gigs and info is: www.myspace.com/theredstarrevolution

FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=12617269631&ref=ts

Signed to King Prawn Records, to buy our music visit www.kingprawnrecords.co.uk

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Ten Men Design were recently asked to take a fresh look at The White House Pub and create a stylish modern logotype, reflecting on the past but with emphasis on its well-deserved respect as one of the areas finest traditional real ale pub and restaurants.   Print requirements: Bar Menus, Handout Menus, Location Postcards, Business Cards and Stationery.

The White House Pub & Restaurant stands proud like a landmark high on the Pennines with panoramic views of the surrounding moors and Hollingworth Lake far below. This old coaching house dates from 1671 and is situated 1,300 feet above sea level. The Coach & Horses (the original name) is where “the young bloods of Littleborough, having guarded the mail coach from highwaymen, would seek recompense for their labours with vigorous application to strong liquors”

The Pennine Way passes this hostelry which is featured in the Good Pub Guide and CAMRA Good Beer Guide.  A wide selection of hot & cold meals served daily, Blackboard Specials, Fresh fish, Theakston’s Bitter & Guest Beers, Private Parties Welcome and Children welcome until 9pm.

For more information and menus visit: The White House Pub & Restaurant, Blackstone Edge, Halifax Road, Littleborough, Lancashire OL15 0LG    Tel: 01706 378456  www.thewhitehousepub.co.uk

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BRIEF: Milk it for all it’s got !!  Posters … Flyers … Swing Tickets

No heifers were harmed making this product and that’s no bull!

Made from 100% Cotton.  The stylish and exclusive Cow and Calf Range is available in Luxury Deep Filled Duvets, Luxury Quilted Mattresses and Slumber Beds.

Danish Design, a family owned company, have been producing pet bedding for dogs and cats for over 25 years. Recognised as market leaders in the UK, their reputation has been built on delivering products of high quality, that are both stylish and practical.

Designed by Susanne Mortensen of Copenhagen, their range of products provide bedding solutions to satisfy the most discerning of pet owners.

Danish Design Pet Products Limited, Westfield Mills, Kirk Lane, Yeadon, Leeds. West Yorkshire LS19 7LX

Visit the website for stockists   http://www.danishdesign.co.uk/

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The last four months have seen some serious changes and the future definitely looks brighter for the new look Orthopaedic and Trauma Times (OTT), The Official Castaways UK Journal.

An ever increasing readership and the demand for a relevant medical journal for all the multidisciplinary staff involved in the provision of care in Orthopaedics, Trauma and Casting has meant OTT was ready for a top to toe makeover.

When the invitation came to Ten Men Design to help, the quarterly 40 page Journal had been running for 12 months, slowly building a loyal base of readers, so the transition to the new style and branding needed to be instant, professional and dove tail nicely with no disruption to the regular circulation.

Upon examination, it became apparent that the publication had it’s priorities all wrong with advertising taking the lead and articles slotted in where ever possible. As with any document of learning, it was obvious from the start the focus had to be on the written word – easy to follow, informative and yet aesthetic. A clear, concise layout was needed with classic font use working effortlessly with vibrant colours and illustrated medical imagery.

Now the readership, subscriptions and advertising revenue have all increased due to the new strong objectives for the content, specific targeted advert placing – mutually successful for all parties. This new structure has meant OTT and Ten Men Design have a firm foundation to build on quarterly and can fine tune the style in future publications.

Anne Petty MBE, Chair for Castaways UK Steering Group said: “Everyone at Castaways UK are delighted with our makeover. Our new layout means clearer Articles and Guidelines to help the reader keep up-to-date. We are especially excited about the Step-By-Step Casting Pullout Section; each issue focussing a different part of the body.

With the Journal we needed it to reflect the interests of all the members of Castaways UK as they are from all disciplines and we are really pleased that this issue, once again, it covers a wide spectrum of issues all pertinent to our Readers and it looks really great too! We have been overwhelmed by the feedback and support we have received.  It seems a Journal like OTT has been well overdue!”

The first in the new series, Issue Five landed on doorsteps during April 2009 and it’s reception stimulated an excellent reception with a surge in new & renewal subscriptions. At the time of writing this, Issue Six is currently on press and scheduled for early July 09 distribution with plans for Issue Seven to appear in the Autumn 09.

For more information about OTT or the great work Castaways UK do please visit:

www.orthopaedicandtraumatimes.co.uk

www.castaways.org.uk

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In September, Blackley Baptist Church, near Elland threw open the doors to share her wealth of architectural and cultural history dating back over 219 years as part of the national Heritage Open Days Scheme.

As a local lad, the building on the hill top and the congregation have been connected to my family since 1950 when my mum and grandma started to attend services. When I first heard about this project I instantly decided I had to be involved and help in anyway possible with the graphics. I felt it was important to try and show Blackley through the ages in the rich informative manner, sympathetic to their location, based on old photos, memorabilia and memories of the congregation.  I created three history panels in banner form for ease of storage (1842-1926 pictured), one Baptists Today panel and an illustrated Church guide to compliment the graphic backdrops.

The whole open days experience incorporated a weekend full of activities, guided tours around the historic building, Church records and memorabilia on display, a celebration Church Service including a short play about the history of the church and a evening of popular song from the local Marsh Ladies Choir, attended by the Mayor & Mayoress of Calderdale.

Mr Steve Harvie, Minister of Blackley Baptist Church, said: “ The panels Tim designed were central to telling the story of our Church and worked extremely well with the co-ordinated guide book.  The panels were an excellent solution to creating something that would give visitors the information they needed for the Heritage Open Days event without the need to erect heavy display boards.  Tim did a brilliant job in putting together the right amount of text and illustration.  We can store the banners away and put them up wherever and whenever we want to.  When we had the concert in the main church, for example, we moved the panels to the downstairs hall where people read them during the interval.  It was a very successful weekend with so many visitors saying how much they had enjoyed coming to see us”

To find out more about Blackley Baptist Church please visit www.blackleychurch.org.uk

Heritage Open Days were established in 1994 as England’s contribution to European Heritage Days, in which 49 countries now participate. Organized by volunteers, Heritage Open Days celebrates England’s architecture and culture by allowing visitors free access to interesting properties that are either not usually open, or would normally charge an entrance fee. Heritage Open Days also includes tours, events and activities that focus on local architecture and culture. The Open Days are England’s biggest and most popular voluntary cultural event. Last year the event attracted around 1 million visitors. English Heritage gives central co-ordination and a national voice to the event. People from all walks of life who care about and take pride in the environment they live in make Heritage Open Days happen.

To find out more about this years Heritage Open Days please visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk

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Massive congratulations goes to Mr Simon Jones of Brighouse, West Yorkshire for pushing himself to the limits on his toughest trek yet – conquering the greatest mountain in Africa, the sky-high Mount Kilimanjaro.

Standing at 5,896m, Kilimanjaro is the highest freestanding mountain in the world and Simon joined forces with a team of intrepid fundraising explorers to attempt the Macmillan Cancer Support Kilimanjaro Hiking Challenge in February 2009.

The experience offered them the chance to reach new heights whilst raising money to help people living with cancer. Their path, followed the Machame Route, taking them from the base of this huge dormant volcano, over moorland, rocky trails and scree to the glaciers at the summit.

Long days of trekking, tough terrain and the ever increasing altitude combined to make this the ultimate physical and mental challenge, but the spectacular ice cliffs and breathtaking views across the Maasai plains, together with the knowledge that they were supporting people with cancer with their every step, would be their reward.

With an outstanding individual effort by Simon of raising £4700, it was with great pleasure that Ten Men Design and all the supporters were able to offer fundraising support on his worthy journey.  The grand total raised for their particular Challenge 2009 Team was an unbelievable £175, 000.

By raising this money, they have helped to change the lives of people affected by cancer throughout the UK.

For more information about the great work Macmillan do visit www.macmillan.org.uk

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