Starbucks Cups Printed With Wrong Name for Oregon Landmark

Apparently, geographical errors are a trend for promotional products in 2016. And, if there’s one thing that end-users can’t stand it’s finding their states’ icons misrepresented. Starbucks learned that lesson the hard way, according to The Oregonian. While Starbucks’ holiday cups were met with resounding approval (for the most part), the company’s Oregon-themed travel mug did…

Transfer Express Offers Webinar on Four P’s of Marketing for a T-Shirt Business

A new December webinar hosted by Transfer Express, Mentor, Ohio, focuses on the “four Ps of marketing” and applying them to a T-shirt business. The free, interactive online class will introduce viewers to the controllable building blocks that are foundational to an effective marketing strategy, and explore their implementation in the context of decorated apparel…

Promo Marketing Set for Another Year of Power Meetings

It was another successful year for Promo Marketing’s Power Meeting events. Promo Marketing hosted its educational, rewarding and fun events in Scottsdale, San Antonio, San Diego, Atlanta and now is getting ready to host more in 2017. “I thoroughly…

Vegas NHL Team’s Name Attracts Controversy

Just a few days after the Vegas Golden Knights NHL expansion team announced its existence, the team already has attracted some controversy over its name. According to ESPN, the U.S. Army’s elite parachute team,…

Apple Introduces Charging Case for a Cause

iPhone users who want to spice up their phones and keep the battery alive longer are in luck, as Apple just introduced its iPhone 7 Smart Case in red to benefit (RED) organization, which works to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS. When customers purchase the new case,…

Are USB Condoms the Next Big Thing in Tech?

You read the headline right. It seems that some people can never be too careful when it comes to protecting their electronic devices from harmful viruses. This is where the USB condom comes into play. It’s a plain looking USB adaptor, but they supposedly prevent data from being transferred or accessed, according to Quartz. This…

The Next Cities to Ban Plastic Bags

It appears that Boston will be the next major U.S. city to pass legislation on plastic bags. Boston City Council members are set to meet today to debate a proposed…

The Wrap: Donald Trump Redesigns ‘Make America Great Again’ Hats and More

Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world … Some people drink champagne, and others buy a new dog. But, Donald Trump celebrated his presidential win with a hat redesign. According to Vanity Fair, the president-elect changed his “Make America Great Again” hats to say “USA” in large, white…

American Apparel Supplier Demands Payment

American Apparel has been making headlines this month thanks to its bankruptcy filing and subsequent sale to Gildan Activewear. But, it seems the headlines keep coming, according to The Fashion Law. The company’s scanner equipment supplier, iTek Services Inc., has demanded $6,000 in unpaid bills in order to ship the scanning equipment American Apparel ordered. Without…

Colin Kaepernick in Trouble Over Fidel Castro T-shirt

In response to Fidel Castro’s death last week, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is, again, defending his decision to wear a controversial Castro T-shirt back in August. According to Sports Illustrated, the crowd at the 49ers game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday booed Kaepernick when he arrived on the field. …