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Custom Printed Lighters & Matchbooks
Jan 11th
Bars and restaurants are a perfect place for people to get together. What better way to socialize than with good food, good drink, and great friends? And if you have your business in the bar or restaurant industry, you may have had to work around people who smoke. It tends to go hand in hand; people start throwing back shots of tequila and light up a cigarette to ease the burn, or perhaps a celebration has caused the distribution of some cigars. But, inevitably, there are going to be people who don’t have a light when they need it. Which is why it’s a great idea – and a great marketing tactic – to get yourself some custom printed lighters and matchbooks.
BIC J23 Slim Lighter
This is your standard BIC lighter. Easily recognizable, easy to use. This custom printed lighter also offers a variety of colors from which to choose, both for the lighter itself and for your business logo to be added on one side, with a warning label on the other side.
BIC J38 Electronic Lighter
These custom printed lighters are great because instead of having to roll your thumb over the flint wheel, it’s just a simple depression of the button and the lighter produces a flame electronically.
BIC J25 Mini Lighter
The mini lighter is really fun, and very handy to keep around. The size gets people wanting to touch it and look at it, regardless of whether or not they’re a smoker! And the tiny size of this custom printed lighter means it’s very easy to stash anywhere and keep on hand at all times!
These are just a few examples of some of the custom printed lighters and matchbooks you can get for your business. Keeping them on hand to give away to customers as they need them during the evening adds a little something extra to your customer service end along with getting promotional items into the hands of customers.
Also, it will have them carrying your logo with them wherever they go after they’ve left your establishment. People will – and do, frequently – ask about the logo imprinted on the lighter, which will strike up conversation about your business. Even non-smokers have need of lighters and matches from time to time, whether for starting a fire in the fireplace or lighting candles for a romantic evening.
Custom printed lighters and matchbooks are also incredibly cost effective, making it very easy to add this in to your budget for promotional tools. If you haven’t considered it already and you’re in the bar and restaurant industry, it’s highly recommended that you get yourself some custom printed lighters and matchbooks!
Custom Stress Balls
Dec 27th
Stress balls are a longstanding, fan favorite giveaway item. They are incredibly effective when used for their intended purpose – stress relief – but we have all also used them for interoffice games of football and basketball, and they are great fun to toss out as giveaway items.
Stress balls have evolved over time, though, and they are not just made in your classic Round Stress Ball shape. This is great for people who would like a giveaway item that, upon first glance, really illustrates the nature of their business. If, for example, you work in the law industry, this Gavel Stress Ball is a great, fun idea for a promotional product that not only gets your logo out there, but lets people know what you’re about at first glance. If your industry of choice is the music industry, this Guitar Stress Ball is both cool and functional.
You can also get stress balls that are particular to the event at which you will be representing your business. For example, if you are at a sports event, don’t hesitate to pick up this Football Stress Ball. Even if you are just a sponsoring business and you don’t normally work in the sports industry, it can sometimes work to great benefit for you to tailor your promotional items to the particular event. This is even true if you’re doing a booth at holiday themed events – such as this Pumpkin Stress Reliever. Great for booths at mall walks geared toward safe trick-or-treating for kids.
Never be afraid to think outside the box when you are looking at custom stress balls as a promotional item for your business. They fit so well into any budget, you may even want to indulge your own inner child and invest in some of these Cup of Coffee Stress Relievers. And that’s more than okay. People cannot stop playing with custom stress balls once they have been given one, so people will be looking at your logo multiple times a day, and whether it’s because they’re stressed or they’re playing a quick game of catch at the water cooler, they’ll be thinking of your business.
Printed Plastic Cups
Dec 23rd
From company picnics and holiday parties, to trade shows, conventions, and seminars, keeping promotional plastic cups on hand is a great marketing tool. There is such a wide spectrum of applications for these plastic cups, and yet they may not be the first thing you think of when looking for promotional items. There are also some great products to choose from while you’re shopping.
Rally 16 oz Stadium Cup
Just like what you would find in a sports stadium or at most other sporting events, these stadium cups provide ample room for your company logo. The plastic used in the construction of these printed plastic cups is also phthalate free, made of recycled plastics, and biodegradable, meaning you can feel environmentally sound in your purchase.
Rally 22 oz Stadium Cup
This plastic cup is made out of the same materials as its 16 ounce counterpart, but it can hold six ounces more and offers more room for your logo to be bigger. This really boils down to a size choice, but you could also order both and have different sizes on hand for people to choose from.
Cabo Water Bag with Carabiner
By far not your traditional plastic cup, but the design of this plastic water bag is so unique it absolutely bears mentioning. The unique design will really make it stand out from the crowd, while providing ample room for your logo. The push-pull style spout and carabiner ensure that this promotional plastic “cup” is as portable as it is unique.
Printed plastic cups are a great idea as a promotional tool, especially if your business is looking to do some community work. Sponsor a marathon or a 5k walk/run, and offer to set up a water station at the finish line. Provide participants and attendees alike with water, lemonade, or another cool beverage to drink, and let them keep their cups as a promotional gift. What this all adds up to is great community exposure and an exceptional use of a promotional item.
Of course, this is just one of many possible applications for promotional plastic cups. Keep them on hand at all times, and you will be surprised at how many occasions arise where these will be of great use both for you and your business.
Imprinted Hooded Sweatshirts
Dec 12th
Just about everyone has a sweatshirt of some kind hanging in their closet. It usually gets pulled out in the fall months, worn when playing outdoor fall sports, and then layered under winter jackets, and worn again through the spring and on cooler summer nights. They are a year round staple in many people’s wardrobes, and you can take advantage of this to your benefit.
Custom hooded sweatshirts are an absolute must in colder weather. Not only are you getting your logo out there, you are also giving a piece of clothing that is absolutely going to be used again and again. This is one of the biggest tricks to getting promotional gear – items that people will use and that that will clearly display your logo. Logo hooded sweatshirts meet all these requirements.
Ladies’ Fury Sport Soft Shell Hoody
This custom hooded sweatshirt is particularly great for people who live active lifestyles or are on the go constantly. The hood features drawstrings, so that it can be pulled tight to keep out cold winds, and the adjustable velcro wrist cuffs also add to the protection from the elements. The full zip on this logo sweatshirt also gives you the look of a jacket with much less bulk.
King Fashions High Collar Hooded Sweatshirt
This logo sweatshirt offers the classic hoody look, but with a higher collar and zipper to help better protect you from the elements. The three piece hood is also double lined for added warmth, while the rib knit cuffs and waist band help keep you snug in this hoody.
Vertex Sport Performance Hoody
The contrasting colors on this hoody offer a bit more visibility, which means more eyes will be on you when wearing this. Made with running and other exercises in mind, the sleeves on this hoody actually feature holes for your thumbs, so you can pull your hands into the sleeves to keep them warm without having to ball your fists to keep the sleeves down. Two front pockets help keep your hands free, and the full zip allows you to cool off without losing all that warmth.
Personal trainers and gym owners will greatly benefit from these, as employees can constantly carry the logo on their custom hooded sweatshirts. However, they are not the only people who can make great use of these. Logo hooded sweatshirts are a great idea for a number of occasions, whether it’s as a giveaway, a gift, or for your employees to wear for a group run or other company activity.
Winter Jackets
Dec 6th
Colder weather means warmer clothes are an absolute necessity. And if your business is in an industry that works with the outdoors, or even if you are planning on making business trips this winter, you will need custom winter jackets. There are a surprising number of uses for these if you have never given much thought to acquiring some winter jackets for your business.
For example, if you are simply going to a trade show or even making a business trip, you will want something that identifies you with your business. This is especially true with employees. In crowded spaces, it will make you and your employees easier to find, because you’ll be looking for your business logo rather than one face among hundreds. Custom winter jackets also make a great addition to any uniform requirements you may have for your employees. It easily identifies them with your business, and is, again, excellent brand exposure.
Men’s Workwear Jacket
This work jacket is a great example of a jacket that could easily be implemented in uniform requirements. Not only is it tough and durable, but the clean lines keep it neat all at once. The triple reinforcement on the seams ensures you’ll be able to wear this jacket for quite some time, and the low cargo pockets on the front keep your valuables handy at all times.
Ladies’ Hi-Loft Insulated Jacket
A wonderful, sleek, yet practical custom winter jacket, this is perfect for just about any occasion. The hood is detachable, so the jacket can be worn in a variety of climates and customized to the wearer’s comfort. The elastic draw cords at the hem and adjustable sleeve cuffs also help to keep out gusts of cold wind.
Apex Winter Jacket
If you’re looking for something with a big pop of color, this custom winter jacket is perfect. It is also waterproof, which means you can go out in just about any weather while staying dry and warm. Featuring interior pockets, this jacket ensures that you’ll be able to keep your items close at hand.
Custom winter jackets are a great addition to anybody’s wardrobe, and particularly so when your business involves venturing into the great outdoors year round. No matter what the weather or the occasion, you can ensure that you and your employees stay dry and warm with these great jackets.
Headwear: Caps and Toques
Dec 5th
No matter what the weather, people love wearing caps and tuques. From the beginning of fall on through even the middle of spring, they are practically a fashion staple in everyone’s wardrobe. Which is why it is essential that you have some custom caps and tuques on hand to give away and for your employees as well. Not only will you keep people’s heads and ears warm, you will be getting some great brand exposure in the process.
And with colder weather fast upon us, it is a great time to get your hands on these custom caps and toques. If someone needs a cap? You will have them covered, literally and figuratively.
Fine Knit Solid Toque with Cuff
This is your classic custom toque. Solidly knit with acrylic material, this toque will be incredibly durable. The cuff allows people to adjust it without having to look awkward either.
Anti-Pill Polar Fleece 2 in 1 Beanie / Neck Warmer
If you are more interested in multi-purpose items, this custom cap fits the billet perfectly. Crafted with anti-pilling polar fleece, this two in one will stand up to just about any beating you can put it through and will still come back for more, while still looking like new. And since it is a two in one, this custom cap has many uses for a wide variety of occasions.
Jacquard Helmet Toque with Microfleece Lining
The design on this custom printed toque is too fun not to mention. With a knit exterieor and a microfleece lining, it is sure to keep both head and ears warm. Particularly because of the faux flaps on the sides that cover the ears. It is a modern take on the classic lumberjack cap, as functional as it is unique.
Printed caps and tuques are a great giveaway item, as previously stated. Especially if there are fall and winter trade shows coming up or if your business is in any industry associated with being in the outdoors. Offer a free custom cap or toque with a purchase, and your customers will get a great giveaway item that’s attractive and useful, and you’ll get future brand exposure while generating customer loyalty.
Custom Printed Athletic Jackets
Dec 5th
There are quite a few uses for custom athletic jackets, and your company does not have to be directly involved in the sports industry for these to be effective. Of course, these are great promotional items to be used as giveaways, but you can also make use of printed athletic jackets for special events.
As giveaways, custom athletic jackets are great if your company sponsors the concession stand for sports games at local schools. Set up a raffle wherein people can purchase tickets and donate the money to the school, while the winner of the raffle gets the custom athletic jacket.
Printed athletic jackets also offer a great opportunity for your company to get involved in the community. This may seem a little indirect, but if you encourage participation in awareness walks – for things such as organ donation, cancer, diabetes, any cause that is something you and your employees can be passionate about together – these are perfect. Not only do they encourage unity as a team, it gets your company name and logo out in the public eye and shows that you are interested in helping the community.
Ladies’ Athletic Active Jacket
This jacket offers a great classic look while still being functional. The contrasting piping on the sleeves really makes it pop, and the knit sleeve cuffs guarantee you will not have any drafts blowing up your arms!
Men’s Woven Twill Athletic Jacket
The contrasting colors on this jacket really make it stand out, while the full zipper front allows for quick dressing instead of fighting with a pullover. An adjustable draw cord at the hem helps in keeping warm on especially windy days, and the pockets feature zippers as well to make sure that your items stay safe and secure even if you are running at top speed.
Hikers Jacket
This jacket is exceptional, and as the name implies, perfect for hiking. The water resistant exterior keeps you dry while the triple fleece lined interior keeps you warm and toasty. The hood is also easily tucked away, and the cuffs have adjustable velcro clasps so you can keep the sleeves tight whether or not you are wearing gloves.
These are just a few of the fantastic custom athletic jackets that you can get for your business. These are a wonderful investment in promotional items, both for giveaways and to encourage high morale and community involvement within your company.
Glass Mugs & Steins
Dec 2nd
Mugs are such a classic item to purchase and have customized with your business logo. There are a wide variety of ways in which you can use custom glass mugs, which tend to be more appealing to the eye, because they are not seen quite as often as the classic white mugs.
This 13 oz Clear Glass Mug is the perfect example of a classic mug, but with a clear, polished glass look to it. This is a great item to keep around the workplace for employee use, and is also great as a giveaway for clients or prospective clients. Turn it into a gift for holidays or to thank new clients by sliding in a few packets of hot cocoa or a small bag of coffee or assorted teas, add a bow, and it’s done!
Another great option is the 15 oz Heidelberg Glass Stein. This is a great idea for parties or picnics for your business, so that employees can take their glasses home at the end of the festivities. This is also another great gift idea, as you can put in a number of other, smaller, gifts and make sure the wrapping is used just as much as the gifts.
Going bigger is always better, and this is clearly evidenced in the 17 oz Starburst Glass Sport Stein. Host a sports event at your business – even better if your business is in the sports industry already – and let your guests know that they are welcome to take their mugs home with them.
Keep in mind, too, that if you are in the restaurant or food business, these are great for special events held at your establishment or as giveaways at fairs and events. Custom printed glass mugs are not your usual fare when it comes to promotional giveaways, so these mugs are a great option if you’re looking for something a little bit different than what you have been using in the past.
Champagne Glasses Add Class to Your Brand!
Dec 2nd
Special events hosted by your company offer a wide variety of opportunities for you to provide guests you have invited with a gift they can take home. Even better, these gifts can be customized with your company name or logo, so that when they take these gifts home with them or display them in their office, they will think of you and your business whenever they look at it. Or, in the case of such items as champagne glasses, they will think of you when they make their next toast.
This 5 3/4 oz Champagne Flute Glass is a great giveaway that is perfect for special occasion parties you may be hosting for your business. With the holidays around the corner, you will already, of course, be ordering any number of plates and other dining necessities in order to properly feed your guests. Normal custom requires that you also provide a gift for your guests, and if that gift s also their champagne glass, you have fulfilled a number of requirements with just one purchase.
Holiday parties are not the only occasions at which you may want to give a champagne glass as a gift to your guests> You can also make a gift of these glasses at company only parties, such as employee retirement parties, so that they will have a reminder of their retirement celebrations. They can also be great for people in the sports industry or who sponsor sports teams, when the end of season banquets and awards ceremonies come around.
If you would like to make the glass specifically as a gift, you can always place it on a plate at the guest’s place setting and add a bag of candies to the glass so that it is clear they do not have to use the glass during the celebrations. This is a great idea, too, for people who may not be able to attend the parties, but might still like to have a memento of the party.
No matter whether it is a holiday party or another special occasion, custom champagne glasses are an elegant way to promote your business while providing employees and other special event guests with a gift that they will be able to use time and again.
Promotional Water Bottles
Dec 2nd
As we wind down the year and head into a new year, everyone will be making resolutions. Most of these resolutions will revolve around health and fitness. One of many common resolutions for the new year is to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle, and part of that involves drinking plenty of water. Promotional water bottles play right into this, in addition to making a great giveaway. They are also a great item to keep on hand if your business is in the fitness industry. No matter what your industry, though, or even the occasion, printed water bottles can be a very handy tool.
Easy Squeezy 34 oz Sports Bottle
Classic look, yet healthy and environmentally friendly. This water bottle holds 24 ounces of fluids and is BPA free in addition to being made with recycled materials. As if that weren’t enough, it can fit very nicely into just about any promotional budget, and makes a great giveaway at trade shows and corporate functions.
Lil Shorty Sports Bottle
The Lil Shorty is made out of aluminum, which means it’s tough stuff. This is great for anyone involved in sports or outdoor activities. The twist off lid includes the attached 5 mm carabeener, making this custom water bottle easily transportable!
Swish Sport Bottle
If you’re looking for something a little more eye-catching, the Swish Sport Bottle is it! The unique design is actually ergonomic, contouring to your hand. Additionally, the twist top lid features a hook that easily clips on to just about anything, from tote bags to backpack straps. With a capacity of 22 ounces, this custom water bottle is perfect for all day events.
Staying well hydrated is something we should all strive for, and you can be a part of making that easier for people while promoting your brand. Water bottles also eliminate on waste and encourage reuse, which means you will be getting brand exposure every time the custom water bottles are used. Great both as giveaway items for any company, and also relevant business tools for brands in the health and fitness industry, promotional water bottles are a fantastic investment.