As more Americans get vaccinated, Miller Lite is getting optimistic with its “Almost Miller Time” one-sleeve Vax Time Tee—the perfect item for people to wear when they get their jab. The T-shirt is available for $10 online and comes in left- or right-sleeved versions. Proceeds will benefit restaurant workers…
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Switzerland Creates World’s Smallest Commemorative Coin (With Built-In Magnifying Glass Packaging)
Big news in the commemorative coin world: Switzerland just created the world’s smallest coin. Measuring 2.96 mm (0.1”) in diameter and featuring Swiss citizen Albert Einstein’s famous tongue-out pose, the quarter-franc is so tiny that some of its features can’t be seen with the naked eye. Through some packaging genius, Swissmint fixed that issue, though.…
Read MoreNorm Hullinger Joins Bella+Canvas as Chief Operating Officer; alphabroder Names Dan Pantano New CEO
Bella+Canvas announced today that former alphabroder CEO Norm Hullinger will join the company as chief operating officer. Alphabroder announced shortly after the news broke that current president Dan Pantano will be promoted to the role of CEO, effective immediately…
Read More‘Pokemon Snap’ Players Can Print In-Game Pictures as Stickers or Photos at On-Demand Store Kiosks
The first “Pokemon Snap” video game came out in 1999 for Nintendo 64. When the long-awaited follow-up comes out on April 30, “New Pokemon Snap” players in Japan will be able to actually print their in-game photos onto stickers or full-sized photo prints by visiting kiosks in Lawson convenience stores…
Read MoreNew Era Tries Something Different for NFL Draft Hats (to Mixed Reviews From Fans)
Last year, the NFL sent each first-round draft prospect a full set of 32 New Era caps so they could keep tradition alive from home. This year, players will be back at the event in person, but there will still be a new look when it comes to the hats. For the first time, the hats will be trucker style, with a fitted mesh back…
Read MoreNike’s Lil Nas X ‘Satan Shoes’ Lawsuit: Explaining the Branded Shoe Drama
To commemorate the release of Lil Nas X’s “Montero” single, the art and design collective MSCHF released a Satanic-themed Nike sneaker. The problem was that Nike actually had nothing to do with it, and sued MSCHF for giving off the impression that it was a collaborative effort…
Read MorePopSockets Introduces Plant-Based PopGrip, Special Line to Benefit AAPI Youth
The PopGrip Plant, made from 35% plant-based materials, including corn starch, canola oil and castor beans, is set to hit the retail market in September of this year, according to Mariah Wakeling, vice president and creative director for iClick. Wakeling added that iClick will bring the PopGrip Plant to the promotional products industry in January 2022…
Read MoreRapper Machine Gun Kelly’s New Merch Comes With a Screen Printing Kit So Fans Can Decorate It Themselves
Rapper Machine Gun Kelly ventured into the punk rock world with his latest album, “Ticket to My Downfall.” While some people questioned his punk credibility, he’s at least giving fans an opportunity to get DIY with his merchandise by selling a pair of pants that come with an at-home screen printing kit…
Read MorePatagonia Will No Longer Add Corporate/Brand Logos to Its Apparel: ‘Perfectly Good Gear Ends Up Forgotten’
Patagonia announced that it is “transitioning away” from adding corporate logos to its products. The company has long been a popular choice for high-end corporate apparel. The famous mountain logo is synonymous with a certain level of quality and brand-name recognition. But it’s also been one of the most discerning brands when it comes to partnerships.…
Read MoreOfficial Trump Merchandise Store Returns on GOP-Backed Platform After Shopify Ban
Three months ago, Shopify took down the official Trump Campaign and Trump Organization online stores. The decision came after the U.S. Capitol building attacks, with Shopify saying that the sites violated terms of use policies. Today, Trump merchandise is back on the web via WinRed, the Republican Party’s small-dollar fundraising platform…
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