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6 Branded Hot Sauces That Bring the Heat

11 hours ago

Promotional products work best when they earn a place in your customer’s daily life. Branded hot sauce does exactly that. It’s fun, useful, and different from the usual giveaway. Ins...

Craft the Perfect Trade Show Swag Bag

Jun 7

Virtual tradeshows are definitely here to stay, and that isn't a bad thing! Not only are virtual tradeshows a lot more cost-effective for the organization hosting them, but they're also cheaper for...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Apr 17

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 cu...

12 Perfect Pediatric Products for Babies

Mar 25

Oh, babies! What a joy to welcome. Bringing a new baby into the world is so exciting (but also stressful and frequently sleepless). New parents know that there's a lot to procure and prepare before...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Mar 10

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...

Case Study: Keep it Cooler

Oct 20, 2025

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...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Aug 15, 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...

Bamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!

Jun 18, 2025

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 ...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Feb 25, 2025

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...

5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand

Feb 11, 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...

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

Sep 20, 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 Decoration Methods: Part 1

Apr 14, 2024

How do you decide which type of decorating method to use when so many possibilities are available for customized apparel and products? Each decorating choice has various advantages. In this blog, w...

Lead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products

Feb 9, 2024

Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, t...

Case Study: Thank You for Spooning

Feb 1, 2024

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...

6 Fun Products for Keeping Kids Occupied at Home

Jan 25, 2024

Since the coronavirus outbreak has forced many schools and daycares to close, millions of children are experiencing a major disruption in their daily lives. Parents working from home may be struggl...

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

Jun 24, 2023

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...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Jun 17, 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 b...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Apr 19, 2023

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

Jan 9, 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...

12 Coolest Squeeze Products to Relieve Your Stress

Nov 17, 2022

Admit it, when you get a goodie bag full of promotional products, or you see a booth at a trade show - you immediately gravitate towards the stress relievers. Stress relievers have evolved well bey...

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

Nov 2, 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...

How to Create Buzz Around a Launch With Promo Products

Oct 19, 2022

So, you're launching a new product or service? Congratulations – what an exciting time for your business! We understand that your next step is to develop your action plan to make this launch ...

6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past

Aug 14, 2022

No matter what decade you think of when you think of “retro products”, you can bet there's a customizable product perfect for your next event. Using nostalgia to promote your business c...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Jul 15, 2022

Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storyte...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Jun 8, 2022

As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

May 17, 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...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Apr 17, 2022

Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your adva...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Apr 3, 2022

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 gene...

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

Feb 18, 2022

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. ...

The Best Apps For Organization

Feb 3, 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 rem...

10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Dec 14, 2021

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...

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Dec 7, 2021

When business owners are asked about the customers they serve, many times, their response is: “Well, we serve everyone…” If a company served everyone, it would be impossible to ...

A Quick Guide to Promotional Bags

Oct 17, 2021

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 – an...

6 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket

Sep 19, 2021

It's always a good idea to get those gifts planned out and ready to go before the holiday chaos begins, and that includes client appreciation gifts. But, what do you get them? Put in extra thought ...

6 Things You're Missing out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Aug 14, 2021

Promotional products aren't just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a produc...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Jul 8, 2021

From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Dec 11, 2020

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 ...