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

4 days ago

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...

Music Festival Mementos

Jul 16

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. ...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

May 26

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...

It's Party Thyme: 7 Products for Plant Lovers

Jan 13

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...

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

Dec 6, 2025

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 History of Promotional Products

Nov 21, 2025

If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Oct 30, 2025

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...

6 Purr-fect Promo Products for Cat Lovers

Aug 24, 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...

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

Jul 4, 2025

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...

Your Guide to Decoration Methods: Part 1

May 1, 2025

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...

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

Mar 13, 2025

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...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

Jan 29, 2025

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...

Bamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!

Jan 22, 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 ...

Case Study: Keep it Cooler

Jan 15, 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...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Aug 24, 2024

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...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Jul 26, 2024

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...

6 Hot Sauces Sure to Blow Your Socks Off

Jun 13, 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...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Jun 5, 2024

Employee engagement starts the second a new employee walks in the door, so it's important for companies to make a good impression on their first day! The onboarding process shouldn't just be about ...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Mar 17, 2024

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...

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

Dec 28, 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...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

May 6, 2023

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 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Apr 22, 2023

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...

How to Create Buzz Around a Launch With Promo Products

Jul 25, 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 overwh...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Jul 10, 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...

10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Jun 11, 2022

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 Stuffed Animals to Cuddle Your Way to Happiness

Jun 4, 2022

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...

Lead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products

Mar 6, 2022

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...

6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past

Jan 21, 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 can resonate ...

12 Perfect Pediatric Products for Babies

Dec 16, 2021

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...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Nov 3, 2021

As a marketing professional, you understand better than anyone the importance of establishing a distinct brand presence for your company. People gravitate to those they identify with and can trust ...

Your Guide to Promo Hats

Oct 12, 2021

A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it's easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you'll learn the differences between the various styles of ...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Aug 16, 2021

"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...

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

Jul 25, 2021

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...

Take it To-Go: 8 Restaurant Takeout Essentials

Mar 31, 2021

The way restaurant patrons experience dining out has changed immensely since coronavirus cases have begun popping up in the U.S. Restaurants that were once packed to the brim with happy diners are ...

Generation Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?

Mar 9, 2021

We're all familiar with the stereotypes that characterize the millennial generation- avocado toast, "killing" chain restaurants, and being social media obsessed. But what actually defines a millenn...

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

Jan 26, 2021

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 ...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Dec 21, 2020

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....

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Dec 6, 2020

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 build a successfu...

Our Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products

Oct 31, 2020

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...

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

Aug 20, 2020

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...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Jul 20, 2020

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...

A Quick Guide to Promotional Bags

Jun 21, 2020

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 ...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

May 16, 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 ...

Why You Should Buy USA-Made

Apr 3, 2020

During times of growing uncertainty in the global markets, customers are becoming more and more interested in purchasing American-made items. Buying American-made is about more than just patriotism...