Blue Ribbon Awards And Gifts | Promotional Products & Apparel

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

Oct 12

When it comes to marketing, businesses have more options than ever before. You might use digital ads, social media, email marketing, events, sponsorships, and many other options. Each one has its ...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Jul 15

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save you fro...

6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past

Jul 8

No matter what decade you think of when you think of "retro products", you can bet there's a customizable product perfect for your next event. Using nostalgia to promote your business can resonate ...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Jun 16

Disposable products are everywhere in daily life. Think about single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags, napkins, and coffee cups from the drive-thru. While these are conve...

Your Guide to Promo Hats

Apr 10

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 ...

A Marketer's (Tiny) Guide to Promo at Trade Shows

Mar 20

Trade show season is quickly approaching, and standing out in the sea of booths can feel like a daunting task. The competition is fierce, and capturing attention amid the hustle and bustle of the e...

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

Nov 7, 2025

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...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Aug 17, 2025

As a marketing professional, you understand better than anyone the importance of establishing a distinct brand presence for your company. People gravitate to those they identify with and can trust ...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Jul 19, 2025

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it - Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform have re...

Our Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products

Apr 17, 2025

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 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket

Dec 17, 2024

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 ...

It's Party Thyme: 7 Products for Plant Lovers

Nov 18, 2024

In recent years, home gardening has gone from a small hobby to a full-blown trend. Houseplants aren't just beautiful home décor- they're actually good for your health! Owning indoor plants c...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Aug 2, 2024

From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...

Bamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!

Jul 4, 2024

What first comes to mind when you think of the phrase "made from sustainable materials"? Bamboo, of course! Bamboo, which is a type of grass (who knew!), is an incredible renewable and sustainable ...

12 Perfect Pediatric Products for Babies

Jun 12, 2024

Oh, babies! What a joy to welcome. Bringing a new baby into the world is so exciting (but also stressful and frequently sleepless). New parents know that there's a lot to procure and prepare before...

Take a Hike! 6 Products to Help you in the Great Outdoors

Jun 5, 2024

Did you know that between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there are 15 different ecological regions in North America? Right in our own back yard, you can go from the frosty tundra of far nor...

5 Products That will Send you Over the Moon and out of This World

Apr 8, 2024

For the first time since Neil and Buzz took those first steps on July 16th, 1969, there hasn't been a more exciting time for space exploration than right now. Just recently, we landed another rover...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Feb 18, 2024

Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storyte...

How to Create Buzz Around a Launch With Promo Products

Feb 10, 2024

So, you're launching a new product or service? Congratulations - what an exciting time for your business! We understand that your next step is to develop your action plan to make this launch overwh...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Jan 12, 2024

As the reality of our planet's changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 2018 ...

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

Oct 7, 2023

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 be a lot har...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Sep 22, 2023

A logo is often a company's first impression and it can impact a customer's perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element that repre...

12 Coolest Squeeze Products to Relieve Your Stress

Aug 31, 2023

Admit it, when you get a goodie bag full of promotional products, or you see a booth at a trade show - you immediately gravitate towards the stress relievers. Stress relievers have evolved well bey...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Aug 1, 2023

Like that classic Beatles song, sometimes it can feel like your working eight days a week. Maybe you've had back to back meetings or you've had a stressful travel week. Whatever the case, nothing h...

10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Jul 18, 2023

People love quotes. That's probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company's account. However, quo...

Case Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?

May 5, 2023

Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A ...

What’s Up With Unboxing Videos? The Trend You Must Try

Apr 28, 2023

We all enjoy that element of surprise (well, most of us!). User-generated unboxing videos have popped up more and more on YouTube and other social media platforms, adding a surprising value to prod...

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

Apr 21, 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: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Mar 30, 2023

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...