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Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Oct 25

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 on every corner, and t...

5 Promotional Products That Actually Work for Medical Practices

Oct 18

Getting your medical practice noticed can feel tricky. A restaurant can send a mascot to a football game and hand out free t-shirts. A retail shop can run flashy giveaways on social media. But hea...

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

Jun 30

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 surprising value to produc...

The Best Apps For Organization

Mar 18

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...

It's Party Thyme: 7 Products for Plant Lovers

Feb 24

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: Thank You for Spooning

Jan 26

Description: 12 Oz. 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. How...

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

Jan 19

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...

Craft the Perfect Trade Show Swag Bag

Jan 11

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...

6 Stuffed Animals to Cuddle Your Way to Happiness

Oct 29, 2025

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...

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

Aug 23, 2025

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...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Aug 15, 2025

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...

Case Study: Keep it Cooler

Jul 3, 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...

Your Guide to Decoration Methods: Part 1

May 21, 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...

12 Coolest Squeeze Products to Relieve Your Stress

Apr 30, 2025

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...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Mar 25, 2025

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...

Your Guide to Promo Hats

Mar 4, 2025

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 ...

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

Jan 20, 2025

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...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Sep 20, 2024

A logo is often a company's first impression and it can impact a customer's perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element that repre...