There’s a term for the rising demand (and cost) of travel and experiences following COVID: “Funflation.” With the world reopened, people are allocating more money and time to travel and experiences, presenting new opportunities for distributors to help their clients create branded memories.
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H&M Just Introduced an AI-Integrated Print-On-Demand Apparel Creation Platform
H&M is using a new AI text-to-image program to let people design their own products, which will then be printed on demand for them to either sell or buy themselves. The H&M Creator Studio takes written prompts and “draws up” apparel mock-ups with the custom artwork on a selection of H&M apparel styles. On the…
Read MoreYETI Just Introduced a Cocktail Shaker (With Universal Lid) and Stackable Coffee Cups
YETI’s latest product drop includes stackable coffee cups, small espresso-style cups, and a cocktail shaker with a lid that fits onto its extremely popular Rambler model products, turning existing tumblers into cocktail shakers on the go.
Read More7-Eleven Turns Bengals Receiver’s ‘Always Open’ Comment Into Branded Merch Opportunity
After Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase said he’s “always open” in a press conference, 7-Eleven created a co-branded line of merchandise with Chase, including a sparkly 7-Eleven logo pendent, Bengals-colored apparel, and more.
Read MorePromo Distributors and Suppliers Take to PRINTING United Expo for New Equipment, Tech Insight, and More
We caught up with promotional products suppliers and distributors on the show floor of PRINTING United Expo to learn about technology they were learning about and investing in, how suppliers could reach potential new customers at a “print” event, the future of DTG and DTF printing, and more.
Read MorePRINTING United Panel: Creating a Personal Branded Experience Through Kitting
Brendan Menapace, senior content director for Print+Promo Marketing Magazine, hosted an educational session on kitting alongside Nathan Goldberg, president of Specialized at PRINTING United Expo last week in Atlanta, Georgia.
Read MorePRINTING United Expo Day 3: Our Favorite Booth Displays and Promo Giveaways
PRINTING United Expo might appeal to printers from all over the world, but if there’s one thing we’ve highlighted with our coverage is how the convergence of print and promotional products was fully on display in Atlanta. Speaking of displays, every trade show is sort of a promotional products show if you think about it.…
Read MoreThe Latest in Celebrity Meal Deals: Vegan Hot Dogs for Surrealist Comedians
“I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson” became a sleeper sensation, inspiring countless memes. One of them in particular includes Robinson in a hot dog suit, making it appropriate for the plant-based fast food chain Plant Power Fast Food to partner with Detroit native Robinson.
Read MorePRINTING United Expo Day 2: Ink That Looks Like Molded Glass, The Power of Patches, and Next-Level Personalization
Another day of exploring the show floor and talking to decorators and printers is in the books. Today we’re focusing on UV printing that looks like custom molded glass drinkware, innovations in adhesive patches on headwear, and the power of personalization.
Read MoreGordon Sinclair Welcomes Heidi Urban as Director of Sales
Gordon Sinclair, Valley Stream, NY, welcomed Heidi Urban to its growing team as director of sales. Urban brings 21 years of customer service and sales experience with leading suppliers Spector & Co, Debco/HPG, and AZX Sport. As director of sales, Urban will oversee areas of the Gordon Sinclair sales department including market expansion, sales team…
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