--- title: The BAM Mascot Family Blog | Caring for Mascots description: Caring for Mascots | The BAM Mascot Family blog is about custom mascot design and mascot production - from creation to design --- [![BAM! Mascots Logo](https://www.bammascots.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/BAMLogoWithWhite.png?width=448&name=BAMLogoWithWhite.png "BAM! Mascots Logo")](https://www.bammascots.com/) # The BAM Mascot Family Blog ## [How Comfortable is a Mascot Costume?](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/how-comfortable-is-a-mascot-costume) [fa icon="calendar'] Mar 13, 2020 12:15:00 PM / by [Angie Maxine](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/author/angie-maxine) posted in [Mascot Performing](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/mascot-performing), [Mascot Performing Tips](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/mascot-performing-tips), [Caring for Mascots](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/caring-for-mascots) [[fa icon="comment"] 0 Comments](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/how-comfortable-is-a-mascot-costume#comments-listing) [![](https://www.bammascots.com/hubfs/Wing%20House%20Wingston%202.jpg) ](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/how-comfortable-is-a-mascot-costume) At [BAM Mascots](https://www.bammascots.com/), each mascot we create is designed with usability and performer comfort in mind. The bodies are made to provide maximum mobility, and the heads include a ventilation system designed to maximize the flow of air inside the mascot, making the performer as comfortable as possible. [Read More [fa icon="long-arrow-right"]](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/how-comfortable-is-a-mascot-costume) ## [Mascot Marketing: How To Keep Your Custom Mascot Looking New](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/keep-your-custom-mascot-looking-new) [fa icon="calendar'] Dec 20, 2019 11:00:00 AM / by [Angie Maxine](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/author/angie-maxine) posted in [Caring for Mascots](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/caring-for-mascots) [[fa icon="comment"] 0 Comments](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/keep-your-custom-mascot-looking-new#comments-listing) [![](https://www.bammascots.com/hubfs/BAM_Mascots_cleaning_and_repair.jpg) ](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/keep-your-custom-mascot-looking-new) A [mascot](https://www.bammascots.com/create-your-mascot) is constantly interacting with fans and is often outside exposed to the elements, so the costume is going to get a little worn and torn with time. To help ensure it stays in proper working order and continues to look as good as when you first unpacked it, you'll need to routinely remove dust, dirt and light stains and ensure it is kept dry when in storage. Doing so will extend the life of your mascot’s attire. [Read More [fa icon="long-arrow-right"]](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/keep-your-custom-mascot-looking-new) ## [Should I Refurbish My Brand’s Existing Mascot or Buy New? 3 Questions That Will Help You Decide](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/should-i-refurbish-my-brands-existing-mascot-or-buy-new-3-questions-that-will-help-you-decide) [fa icon="calendar'] Aug 27, 2019 11:00:00 AM / by [Angie Maxine](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/author/angie-maxine) posted in [Caring for Mascots](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/caring-for-mascots) [[fa icon="comment"] 0 Comments](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/should-i-refurbish-my-brands-existing-mascot-or-buy-new-3-questions-that-will-help-you-decide#comments-listing) [![](https://www.bammascots.com/hubfs/Bam_Mascots_refurb_or_new.jpg) ](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/should-i-refurbish-my-brands-existing-mascot-or-buy-new-3-questions-that-will-help-you-decide) In a recent blog, we wrote about the ‘[*9 Tips That Will Help Your Brand Extend the Life of its Mascot*](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/9-tips-that-will-help-your-brand-extend-the-life-of-its-mascot)’, but what happens when your company’s mascot eventually starts to show the wear and tear of its use? A [custom mascot](https://www.bammascots.com/create-your-mascot) is a fantastic investment and will bring your organization a plethora of benefits from building better relationships with your stakeholders, improving brand recognition, opening new revenue opportunities and much more. [Read More [fa icon="long-arrow-right"]](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/should-i-refurbish-my-brands-existing-mascot-or-buy-new-3-questions-that-will-help-you-decide) ## [5-Step Process to Store Your Organization’s Mascot Costume](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-step-process-to-store-your-organizations-mascot-costume) [fa icon="calendar'] Mar 22, 2019 11:00:00 AM / by [Angie Maxine](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/author/angie-maxine) posted in [Caring for Mascots](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/caring-for-mascots) [[fa icon="comment"] 0 Comments](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-step-process-to-store-your-organizations-mascot-costume#comments-listing) [![](https://www.bammascots.com/hubfs/BAM_storing_your_mascot.jpg) ](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-step-process-to-store-your-organizations-mascot-costume) If your organization is currently using a [custom mascot](https://www.bammascots.com/create-your-mascot) as part of its marketing strategy, properly storing your mascot when it’s not in use should be a high priority. This will ensure you prolong the life of your mascot and maximize your return on investment (ROI).  [Read More [fa icon="long-arrow-right"]](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-step-process-to-store-your-organizations-mascot-costume) ## [5 Tips for Transporting your Mascot Costume with Ease](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-tips-for-transporting-your-mascot-costume-with-ease) [fa icon="calendar'] Aug 21, 2018 9:27:57 AM / by [Angie Maxine](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/author/angie-maxine) posted in [Caring for Mascots](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/caring-for-mascots) [[fa icon="comment"] 0 Comments](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-tips-for-transporting-your-mascot-costume-with-ease#comments-listing) [![](https://www.bammascots.com/hubfs/BAM_Mascots_transportation.jpg) ](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-tips-for-transporting-your-mascot-costume-with-ease) Your mascot is the star of your brand. Your [custom mascot ](https://www.bammascots.com/create-your-mascot)helps to engage your audience, it tells your organization’s unique story, it boosts your revenue and it’s an essential part of your marketing plan. Your mascot travels with your organization to every event you’re involved in, but are you transporting your mascot costume correctly? If you’re not storing and moving your mascot with care, the costume can soon start to wear down, costing you additional money on unnecessary repairs.   [Read More [fa icon="long-arrow-right"]](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/5-tips-for-transporting-your-mascot-costume-with-ease) ## [Inspect and Clean Your Mascot for the Spring & Summer Season](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/inspect-and-clean-your-mascot) [fa icon="calendar'] May 15, 2018 10:42:18 AM / by [Angie Maxine](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/author/angie-maxine) posted in [Caring for Mascots](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/topic/caring-for-mascots) [[fa icon="comment"] 0 Comments](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/inspect-and-clean-your-mascot#comments-listing) [![](https://www.bammascots.com/hubfs/Rusty%20Rails%20Bugs%20Brew%2013-17.jpg) ](https://www.bammascots.com/blog/inspect-and-clean-your-mascot) A custom mascot will come with significant benefits for your [marketing strategy](https://www.bammascots.com/mascot-marketing), but, as with all aspects of a business, companies must make sure their mascot is clean, vibrant and attractive. 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