The Stanley 40 oz. mug is the most popular item in drinkware. That was evident on the show floor, but it wasn’t the only star in the drinkware show.
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Editorial Type: Trends/Analysis
PPAI Expo Report: New Products for 2024
Paper cameras, oversized hoodies, and much more. Our rundown of some of the most interesting and eye-catching new promotional products at the PPAI Expo in Las Vegas.
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 MoreThe “Paw”-Fect Gift Idea for the Holidays – Swag-Wag Pet Promotions
Every holiday season, the whole world turns its attention to the popular trends and ideal gifts that are topping the year’s charts. While this largely affects the retail landscape, it would be a HUGE opportunity miss, if promotional products distributors didn’t also pay attention to trending holiday needs. Whether certain themes, colors, items, or passions…
Read MoreThe Taylor Swift Effect and Creating Demand for Branded Merchandise
It seems like Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are really dating. After Swift popped by the stadium, Kelce and Chiefs merchandise sales exploded nearly 400% over the weekend.
Read MoreWhy DTF is the Future of Full Color Apparel Printing?
Have you noticed that buzz in the apparel world about the next big printing method? Yep, that’s Direct To Film (DTF) printing! Transforming the tee game one vibrant design at a time, DTF is the hot topic every tee enthusiast is chatting about. Curious about this game-changer? Dive in and discover why it’s becoming the go-to for innovative apparel printing!
Read MoreFind the Right Fit with Socks and Footwear
Socks and even shoes are great items to get your clients something cool and unique for their branding campaigns. Believe it or not, paying attention to trends when it comes to footwear is just as crucial as T-shirts.
Read MoreCould Microsoft’s ‘X’ Trademark Prevent Musk from Creating X Merchandise After Twitter Rebrand?
Elon Musk, always one to embrace the marketing side of business ownership, as evidenced by Tesla and SpaceX campaigns of the recent past, will surely want to advertise X, the new name for his Twitter. But, thanks to one major trademark hiccup, it might not be so easy. Microsoft owns the trademark for “X.”
Read MoreBehold the Mighty Popcorn Bucket: Savior of Movie Theater Promos
As people remember how much fun it is to go to the movie theater, movie franchises and theaters have been getting very creative with popcorn bucket promos. The latest is a “Barbie” bucket shaped like the character’s pink Corvette.
Read MoreAI’s Role in the Future (and Present) of Promo
There are plenty of horror stories about AI. For starters, there’s “The Matrix,” where robots have taken over the Earth and turned us all into batteries — until Keanu Reeves heroically escapes, meets some people with awesome nicknames, and takes down the personified “consciousness” of the AI with some martial arts and back flexibility. There’s…
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