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Bamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!

Aug 26

What first comes to mind when you think of the phrase "made from sustainable materials"? Bamboo, of course! Bamboo, which is a type of grass (who knew!), is an incredible renewable and sustainable ...

5 Products That will Send you Over the Moon and out of This World

Aug 10

For the first time since Neil and Buzz took those first steps on July 16th, 1969, there hasn't been a more exciting time for space exploration than right now. Just recently, we landed another rover...

Music Festival Mementos

Aug 3

Putting on a local show, or hosting a massive, multi-day shindig? We've got you covered with promo products that keep the memories fond for festival attendees long after the music has stopped. ...

Lodging Promo with Staying Power

Jul 5

Are you in the business of providing lodging to patrons? Whether you're a hotel, motel, inn, or bed-and-breakfast brand, we've got you covered with promotional items for your clientele. We've r...

6 Stuffed Animals to Cuddle Your Way to Happiness

Jun 27

Almost everyone had a favorite stuffed animal growing up. They were a friend that you confided your deepest secrets to, a friend that could keep you company when thunderstorms rolled through the ni...

A Quick Guide to Promotional Bags

Jun 13

Whether you're at a tradeshow, school, office, or even the grocery store, chances are that you're going to see a promotional bag. Bags are one of the most ubiquitous promotional products - and for ...

These Are the Tech-Savvy Promotional Products You Are Looking For

May 29

Technology advances exponentially. By the time you finish reading this article, you might be actually be reading it in some virtual reality café where Elvis is serving you a strawberry daiqu...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Apr 7

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save yo...

A Marketer's (Tiny) Guide to Promo at Trade Shows

Feb 7

Trade show season is quickly approaching, and standing out in the sea of booths can feel like a daunting task. The competition is fierce, and capturing attention amid the hustle and bustle of the e...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Jan 23

Everybody loves getting new business - it's exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into generating...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Aug 20, 2025

A powerful brand is more than just a great logo and a mission statement (although those certainly lay the groundwork for any brand.) We live in a time where competition rises up on every corner, an...

5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand

Jun 30, 2025

In the world of business, marketing trends are always evolving and it's easy to be overwhelmed. Sometimes you take one step forward only to be knocked two steps back. Luckily, there are endless res...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Jun 9, 2025

As the reality of our planet's changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 2018 ...

6 Purr-fect Promo Products for Cat Lovers

Feb 1, 2025

Everyone knows that dogs are man's best friend, but did you know that cats have been living alongside humans as companions since at least 7500 BC? In 2017, cats were one of the most popular pets by...

Case Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?

Jan 3, 2025

Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A ...

Take a Hike! 6 Products to Help you in the Great Outdoors

Sep 10, 2024

Did you know that between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there are 15 different ecological regions in North America? Right in our own back yard, you can go from the frosty tundra of far nor...

Our Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products

Jul 7, 2024

Sometimes it's good to take a moment and get in touch with Mother Earth. Not only are these products great for printing your company logo or message, but they also serve dual purposes. The products...

6 Hot Sauces Sure to Blow Your Socks Off

Jun 29, 2024

Finding a new, good hot sauce nowadays is almost like when Indiana Jones triumphantly grabs the idol at the beginning of Raiders of the Lost Ark. It may have taken you traversing through the aisles...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Jun 1, 2024

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it - Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform have re...

From Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love

Apr 4, 2024

Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of unif...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Dec 9, 2023

Mugs, tumblers, and bottles...oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your brand....

10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Jul 14, 2023

People love quotes. That's probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company's account. However, quo...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

Mar 12, 2023

People love plants! They live in our offices and our homes and whether you have a large flourishing garden or fake plants because you can't even keep a cactus alive, there's a plant-themed promo fo...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Dec 15, 2022

Like that classic Beatles song, sometimes it can feel like your working eight days a week. Maybe you've had back to back meetings or you've had a stressful travel week. Whatever the case, nothing h...

What Makes Gen Z Tick?

Aug 26, 2022

It's 2020, and Generation Z is growing up. The generation includes people born between 1995 and the 2010s, putting the group's eldest squarely in their mid-twenties. Chances are that you may work a...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Jun 13, 2022

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

The Best Apps For Organization

Apr 29, 2022

For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year - especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar reminders...

Case Study: Thank You for Spooning

Apr 22, 2022

Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner Mug Industry: Advertising / Marketing / Publishing What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers...

What’s Up With Unboxing Videos? The Trend You Must Try

Mar 23, 2022

We all enjoy that element of surprise (well, most of us!). User-generated unboxing videos have popped up more and more on YouTube and other social media platforms, adding a surprising value to prod...

Yes, There's a Difference: Everything You Need to Know About Pens

Mar 15, 2022

Even as much of our world goes digital and paperless, the pen remains an essential tool in both office and home life. With so many different types of pens, choosing the "write" one can be a lot har...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Jan 31, 2022

Disposable products are a common part of everyday life for most folks - think single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags from the grocery store, napkins, the coffee cup from...

It's Party Thyme: 7 Products for Plant Lovers

Jan 1, 2022

In recent years, home gardening has gone from a small hobby to a full-blown trend. Houseplants aren't just beautiful home décor- they're actually good for your health! Owning indoor plants c...

Case Study: Keep it Cooler

Sep 1, 2021

Description: Dual Compartment Cooler Bag Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: An annual company picnic for employees and their families. Each year they give thei...

Take 5 of These Promotional Products for the Medical Field, and Call Me in the Morning

Feb 17, 2021

It can be tough for people in the medical field to get their names out to new patients. If you own a restaurant, you can have your cool mascot show up at a local sports game and toss out t-shirts. ...