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The Fidget Phenomenon

37 hours ago

You might remember the fidget spinner craze of 2017: seemingly overnight, the world became obsessed with those little plastic spinners. The spinning toys flew off the shelves across the country and...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

May 5

People love plants! They live in our offices and our homes and whether you have a large flourishing garden or fake plants because you can't even keep a cactus alive, there's a plant-themed promo fo...

Canada’s Choice for Promotional Products: The Hard Wear Promotions Advantage

Apr 29

When it comes to building brand awareness and leaving a lasting impression, few strategies are as effective as high-quality promotional products. From corporate events to client appreciation gifts,...

Hip Hip Hooray for Education!

Apr 21

Are you looking for a fun way to show off your school spirit? Whether you are at an elementary school, middle school, high school, or college, these promotional products are sure to be a big hit wi...

Top Promos For Rainy Days!

Mar 9

Who said the party had to stop when the rain started? Keep your hard work protected and the party going with some branded rain gear. Whether you're looking for your team customers or just something...

8 Items for Restaurant Promos that Sizzle

Jan 11

Have you heard the word? Indoor dining is back, baby! For restaurants, bars, cafes, and more looking to spread the good news that they're fully operational again, promotional products are a great ...

6 Promo Products That Scream Fun in the Sun!

Dec 28, 2025

Warmer months are upon us, and you know what that means: it's time to hit the water and have some fun in the sun! Make sure your customers are prepared for all that spring and summer have to offer ...

Bite Into Branding: Why Restaurants and Bars Should Use Promo Products

Nov 29, 2025

A good meal is unforgettable. So is a great cocktail. But you know what really sticks? A branded coaster that ends up in someone's purse. A pint glass that somehow becomes the go-to at home. A take...

6 Stuffed Animals to Cuddle Your Way to Happiness

Nov 15, 2025

Almost everyone had a favorite stuffed animal growing up. They were a friend that you confided your deepest secrets to, a friend that could keep you company when thunderstorms rolled through the ni...

It's a Bird, It's a Plane, No… It's SUPER PROMO!

Oct 18, 2025

Transform any event to celebrate everyday superheroes. From the great heroes around us to those aspiring to become a superhero one day, these promo products can take your fundraiser to the next lev...

Trending Now: Sustainable Apparel Options

Oct 4, 2025

If you've spent any time in fashion circles this year, you know that sustainability is the hot topic of the moment. With discussions swirling about fast fashion, ethical production, and everything ...

6 Promo Products to Freshen Up Your Employees' Wardrobes

Sep 5, 2025

The Voyager Jacket Go ahead, chart a course for adventure! This waterproof breathable, packable rain jacket is the right choice for any destination and will be your new favorite travel companio...

6 Accessories Every Car Owner Needs

Aug 8, 2025

It's just a fact of life: everyone loves cool car accessories. Neat stuff to make life commuting on the road a little bit safer and more convenient. Whether your client is a car dealer, car detaile...

Why You Need Promotional Products

Jul 24, 2025

In a world of ever-changing advertisement trends, there is one marketing solution that never grows old – promotional products. Studies show promotional products were ranked as the highest adv...

5 New Ideas to Spark Creativity

Jun 25, 2025

5 New Ideas to Spark Creativity Needing new ideas to jump-start the creative bandwagon? We've cultivated five new ideas just for you to get those creative juices pumping! Paintbrush Pens ...

Old School vs. New School Promo Products

Jun 11, 2025

It's no secret – people love “vintage” products. Just look at the huge resurgence in vintage clothing that began in the early 2010's and you'll see what we're talking about! For e...

6 High-Tech Promotional Products

May 13, 2025

It seems like there are new cutting-edge gadgets coming to market every day. It's getting hard to keep up with what is really going to make your life easier and what's just hype. We've put togethe...

6 Hot Sauces Sure to Blow Your Socks Off

Apr 1, 2025

Finding a new, good hot sauce nowadays is almost like when Indiana Jones triumphantly grabs the idol at the beginning of Raiders of the Lost Ark. It may have taken you traversing through the aisles...

6 Products Perfect for Pampering Mom on Mother's Day

Mar 18, 2025

Add your branding to these products and pamper moms everywhere on Mother's Day with these promo products essential for rest, relaxation and promoting your brand! 1. Wooden Essential Oil Diffu...

6 Promotional Products to Relax With

Mar 4, 2025

Sometimes we all need an escape - even if it's just our own bathtub. Are your clients super busy and never seem to stop working? Or maybe your employees worked hard to get a product launched? Then ...

Satisfy Your Customers’ Cravings With These 6 Sweet Treats

Jan 7, 2025

Chocolate and candy can make everyone smile! From fudge and chocolate-covered almonds to saltwater taffy and sour gummies, there are thousands of options for you to send to customers! Here are 6 o...

Now Trending: Fanny Packs!

Oct 12, 2024

Fanny packs are back and more fashionable than ever! It's just moms wearing them to the park or on vacation, either. Millennials, Zennials, and Gen Alpha has been getting into the action with sling...

7 Financial Products That Are a Great Investment

Sep 28, 2024

Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These 7 products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveawa...

Don't Break the Bank: 6 Budget-Friendly Promo Products

Aug 1, 2024

The truth is out: buying promotional products for your customers doesn't have to break the bank! Plus, everyone likes getting presents - no matter how big or small. So we've chosen six promotional ...

Your Guide to Promotional Shirts

Jul 18, 2024

If you've ever run a 5k or attended a basketball game, chances are you've got a promotional shirt in your drawers somewhere. According to PPAI's 2019 Consumer Study, wearables are the #1 most popul...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Jul 4, 2024

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

7 Fitness Promotional Products to Help You Stay in Shape

May 21, 2024

Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness and many companies are using wellness initiatives to promote healthy choices like regular exercise. Whether your company is encouraging physica...

Everything You Need to Know About Flash Drives

May 7, 2024

In today's digital age, where everything is stored in the cloud, you may think that flash drives have gone the way of the floppy disc. But we're here to tell you that these handy little hard drives...

From Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love

Mar 25, 2024

Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of unif...

5 Out of the Box Promotional Products We Love…and You Will Too!

Mar 11, 2024

We've all been stuck in the same rut while trying to come up with some original ideas to appeal to customers. Are you in need of some extra product inspiration? If so, here's a little extra cup ...

25 Insane Facts About Promotional Products

Jan 14, 2024

You don't have to work in the field of promotional products to notice the impact they can have on any organization's marketing efforts. As the most effective medium of advertising across all genera...

5 Casino Products That Will Up the Ante!

Dec 16, 2023

Casinos are synonymous with excitement, luxury, and the thrill of gambling. Regarding promotional products for a casino night, you want to capture that same energy and leave a lasting impression on...

Gifts Based on Enneagram Types

Nov 4, 2023

So, you're running out of gift ideas. Over the years, you've given your clients things they like, such as a cat Star Wars poster, tickets to see their favorite band, or even as far as their favorit...

Take 5 of These Promotional Products for the Medical Field, and Call Me in the Morning

Sep 22, 2023

It can be tough for people in the medical field to get their names out to new patients. If you own a restaurant, you can have your cool mascot show up at a local sports game and toss out t-shirts. ...

Case Study: Fresh Mesh Promotions

Mar 20, 2023

Market: Real Estate Product Use: Incentive Gift Promotion: A high-end resort selected the Atlantis Mesh Beach Tote as an incentive gift for the visitors who attended their timeshare presentatio...

#Instagram Inspiration

Mar 5, 2023

Instagram is a fun app where you can discover the latest info on celebrities, influencers, and yes, even inspiration for promo products! From mega water jugs to party décor, see what is tren...

Win Big With These Promotional Products for Sports Lovers

Jan 8, 2023

If you're looking for some awesome gear to support your team-or for some killer merch for your team's fans-we've got you covered with these awesome promotional products for sports lovers! 1. C...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Dec 24, 2022

Disposable products are a common part of everyday life for most folks – think single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags from the grocery store, napkins, the coffee cu...

8 Promotional Products That Grow!

Dec 10, 2022

Now, more than ever, people are looking toward eco-friendly companies. They want to know what their favorite brands are doing for sustainability and limiting their carbon footprint. So we picked ...

7 Retro Products That Will Turn Back Time

Nov 25, 2022

Do you ever have that moment when you look at something and you get an overwhelming surge of nostalgia? Everyone loves a good throwback, especially when it's a cool, vintage product. Below are seve...

8 Promotional Products to Win Game Day

Jun 20, 2022

From Friday night lights, Saturday morning tailgating, to Sunday watch parties, show support for your team with some promotional products for the win! Touchscreen Gloves Add your logo to these ...

Know Your Shades: 4 Types of Iconic Sunglasses

Jun 6, 2022

“The future's so bright, I gotta wear shades.” - Timbuk 3 Sunglasses have been and always will be one of the most popular promotional products. Why? Because practically everyone wears ...

Tried and True: Classic Promotional Products

Apr 24, 2022

There are some things out there that are just undisputed classics – and when you think of a classic, what goes to your mind? Maybe it's a classic car like a 1950s era Cadillac, or perhaps it'...

6 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket

Jan 28, 2022

It's always a good idea to get those gifts planned out and ready to go before the holiday chaos begins, and that includes client appreciation gifts. But, what do you get them? Put in extra thought ...

Your Guide to Promo Hats

Dec 30, 2021

A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it's easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you'll learn the differences between the various styles of ...

10 Promo Products for Auto-Lovers

Nov 18, 2021

Grab your keys and prepare for a Bo Duke slide across the hood of your car. It's time to take a look at 10 promo products for auto-lovers. For this list, we put together a travel-bag of gear worthy...

6 Purr-fect Products for Keeping Pets Occupied at Home

Nov 3, 2021

Pet owners who have been working from home over the past few months have had their hands full. Juggling work along with dogs or cats requires attention, and many pets have likely adjusted to having...

Give Your School Clubs a Boost With These Promotional Products

Oct 20, 2021

School clubs are an essential part of student life, and we've got the essential pieces you need to make the clubs a big success. These are promotional products that you can use for both to help ide...

6 Calming Products for Skincare Lovers

Oct 6, 2021

The hottest beauty trend of the late 2010s among millennials and Gen Zers was the dewy, bare-faced, minimal makeup look. This “Glossier girl” revolution led to a resurgence in skincare ...

7 Brilliant Bamboo Promotional Products

Jul 27, 2021

You don't have to be a panda to love bamboo! This popular, eco-friendly renewable resource grows super-fast and is known to be one of the most adaptable materials on the planet. Bamboo is incredibl...

7 Promotional Products Perfect for Weddings

May 31, 2021

Adding names, monograms, or wedding dates to wedding favors is a great way to increase the wow-factor of any event. After everyone leaves the reception, these personalized gifts are there to help t...

6 Products to Take to Your Next Family Picnic

May 17, 2021

Ah yes, family picnics. The deli sandwiches, games, and abundance of sunshine. Summertime is the best time to fill up the basket, dust off the checkered blanket, and head out to your local park. ...

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

May 3, 2021

When business owners are asked about the customers they serve, many times, their response is: “Well, we serve everyone…” If a company served everyone, it would be impossible to ...

Case Study: Real Modern Recognition

Apr 4, 2021

Market: Finance Product Use: Employee Recognition Promotion: A wealth management firm selected the Samsonite Executive Computer Backpack as an employee recognition gift. At the company's year-e...

A Quick Guide to Promotional Bags

Jan 24, 2021

Whether you're at a tradeshow, school, office, or even the grocery store, chances are that you're going to see a promotional bag. Bags are one of the most ubiquitous promotional products – an...

Products and Tips to Boost Your Work From Home Productivity

Oct 16, 2020

With all the shelter in place and social distancing rules to help flatten the curve of COVID-19, more people are working remotely than ever before. It's important to make sure your at-home workplac...

5 Environmentally-Friendly Promotional Products

Jul 8, 2020

How about that Earth, huh? She sure is something. Fortunately, there are plenty of people in the promotional products industry that feel the same way. In fact, we can offer you thousands of product...

Must-Have Promotional Products for the Real Estate Industry

Jun 23, 2020

Real estate promotional products are a memorable way to stay top of mind with your clients by promoting your brand, while also giving something back to your clients. Whether it's part of a direct m...

5 Promo Products for People Who Love to Plan

Jun 9, 2020

Calendars, planners, and clocks are some of the most popular promotional products because they are useful, inexpensive, and receive innumerable impressions on a daily basis. Brand these everyday es...

Take it To-Go: 8 Restaurant Takeout Essentials

May 26, 2020

The way restaurant patrons experience dining out has changed immensely since coronavirus cases have begun popping up in the U.S. Restaurants that were once packed to the brim with happy diners are ...

O Canada! 6 Promotional Products Made in Canada

May 11, 2020

From sea to sea, Canada is a large and beautiful country that produces a wide range of products. There are so many Canadian-made products to choose from, but we worked hard to narrow it down to a s...

Let's Get Physical With These Activewear Promo Products

Apr 27, 2020

Activewear promotional products are a great option for company wellness programs, fitness centers, or any brand promoting an active lifestyle! Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness ...

6 Promotional Products That Put the “Fun” in Fundraiser

Feb 16, 2020

Promotional products can help your fundraising event get donors in the giving spirit and maximize the amount of money you raise for charity. These 6 products for fundraisers show off your charitabl...

Swing, Batter! The Best MLB Promotions

Feb 2, 2020

Looking beyond the peanuts and Cracker Jacks, there are some creative new promotions heading to major league baseball stadiums this season! The tradition of these MLB giveaways dates all the way b...

Drink It In: 6 Drinkware Products to Quench Your Thirst

Jan 19, 2020

What better way to put your money where your mouth is than to add your logo to some stylish drinkware? We have six unique picks to inspire your next drinkware order! Moscow Mule Gift Set Cheers...

6 Tradeshow Staples That are Made in the USA

Dec 21, 2019

Tradeshows offer important opportunities for your company to connect with customers and prospects face-to-face and make lasting impressions. Make sure you're prepared with the proper supplies to en...

Top 8 Promotional Products for Real Estate Professionals

Nov 23, 2019

If you work in real estate, you know that your field generates billions of dollars in revenue per year in residential, commercial and industrial sectors. And you could pocket a good amount of that ...

Yes, There's a Difference: Everything You Need to Know About Pens

Sep 27, 2019

Even as much of our world goes digital and paperless, the pen remains an essential tool in both office and home life. With so many different types of pens, choosing the “write” one can ...

10 Promotional Products for Healthy Living

Apr 13, 2019

We all strive to be our best selves, but sometimes it's easier said than done. We can all make excuses to make unhealthy choices. Your niece has a birthday and it would seem rude to turn down that ...

7 Promo Products That Will Get the Party Started

Mar 15, 2019

Do you remember the birthday parties you went to when you were a kid? And the party favors you received at the end of the festivities? Sometimes, those parting gifts were the highlight of the party...

6 Things You're Missing out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Jan 18, 2019

Promotional products aren't just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a produc...

5 Promotional Products for Firemen and Fire Departments

Jan 4, 2019

Firemen deserve a special kind of admiration. They spend their careers rushing into buildings while others are rushing out. Many departments require aid from the community, and that's where fund...

8 Promo Products That Will Have You Ready For Spring

Dec 20, 2018

Here comes the sun! With spring in full swing, it's time to shake off the cold and embrace these colorful products that will be sure to brighten your day. Garden Kit Test your green thumb with ...

10 Must-Have Tech Products and Accessories

Nov 8, 2018

If you want to give your brand a modern and fresh new identity try throwing some cutting-edge tech gadgets into your marketing mix. The wave of wireless charging options, portable speakers, and wea...

Our Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products

Oct 25, 2018

Sometimes it's good to take a moment and get in touch with Mother Earth. Not only are these products great for printing your company logo or message, but they also serve dual purposes. The products...

6 Things You Need on Your Desk

Aug 15, 2018

Most of us spend as much time at our desks as we do in our homes. If that's the case, we should all put some time and effort into making sure our workspace is as happy and motivating as possible. T...

6 Promo Products for the Great Outdoors

Jul 18, 2018

A little branding goes a long way with these promo products perfect for the great outdoors! By adding your logo to these six sturdy items, your brand can be seen on hiking trails, huddled around a ...

Top 10 Promotional Product Ideas for the Construction Industry

Jun 5, 2018

Whether you're working in the construction industry, cater to outdoor enthusiasts, or simply want to lead a company-wide safety session, having an array of timely, yet practical promotional product...