The Sign Invitational of 2026 was a wonderful and successful event! Creative sign makers from across Canada and the USA crafted nine outstanding pieces and brought them to Orlando to display at the International Sign Association EXPO. Our display was generously hosted in the Specialty Machinery booth, and also sponsored by IBEX Software, Coastal Enterprises and X-Edge Tools. During the three-day show, thousands of attendees toured the booth, ogling the super-creative display of dimensional signs. More than 800 people voted for their favourite sign. When the votes were counted, Dave Nolan, Studio Y from Alberta, Canada, garnered third place. Rusty and Amanda Gibbs, Gibbs Graphics from Washington, came in second. Jim Dawson of Synergy Signs in Ohio, after many years of trying, deservedly won first place.
We had a blast at the show and enjoyed talking with those fascinated by the displayed pieces. Interest was high, and many promised to join the fun next year. We hereby challenge you to enter! The theme for next year is as follows…. “ A suitcase-sized blade or hanging sign that is themed to DINOSAURS!”
