Bottle openers are a staple of kitchens, BBQ areas and keychains the world over. Having a working bottle opener is essential if you're a fan of bottled drinks or enjoy hosting parties. Sure, we all have a standard silver-look bottle opener shoved into a kitchen drawer somewhere - but what about unique customised bottle openers that suit our own individual style? We've been on a quest to find some of the quirkiest bottle openers out there and boy, have we found some doozies!

Fun Customised Bottle Opener Ideas

Fan of cute and zany goodies for your entertainment area? We love this cute Little Monster bottle opener. This guy will grab onto any bottle or can and open it with his chompy

I am not a fan of selfies, or any type of photography in that manner. So, it amuses and appalls me of how people do everything just to take a perfect selfie shot. To the extent that they're using gadgets like a selfie stick. Don't worry, mate! Cubic Promote got your selfie fans covered. In this post, we'll talk about promotional tools for selfies and how it can benefit your business.

1. Promotional selfie items boost brand visibility.
2. Engage customers through memorable experiences.
3. Distribute through events, influencers, and gifting.

Promotional Items for Selfies

The Selfie Brush

Want your selfie to have a bit of panache and respect? Then you need a Selfie Comb Iphone Case. Simply brush your hair on one side and stare at yourself on the other.

Have you ever been on vacation lately in Europe, Asia or America? You would have noticed that the power plugs vary widely. Why is this? Carrying a stack of power adaptors larger than a Smartphone is cumbersome and annoying, especially when you lose them (thank goodness for standardised USB charge cables).

1. Customised adaptors promote brand exposure.
2. Future of power adaptors is exciting.
3. Lack of standardisation causes variances.

Power Plug History

Power Plugs were first used as a convenient device to move a lamp from room to room safely and easily. This was way back in the 1880's, during which inventors

Nothing spices up your kitchen/bathroom decoration or beach bag quite like a unique customised towel. Not only are towels extremely functional long-use items, they're also the perfect simple canvas for displaying your favourite designs via print or embroidery. We've been checking out all sorts of towels in honour of the season and have found some seriously geeky designs we're sure you'll love!

Geeky Logo Emblazoned Towels

Whether you're the Winter Soldier looking to dry off or just a geeky Captain America fan, this awesome embroidered towel set features various symbols important to The First Avenger including his favourite colours -- red, white and blue!

For the first blog post of the year 2015, we present an art series created by a simple ball point pen. Typically pens are an object that many people do not think about much. A ball point pen though can be more than just a device to jot reminders or to use for signatures. In the right hands they can be used to created wicked pieces of artwork. Japanese artist Shoehei Otomo, is one such person who uses simple ball pens. Any simple ball pen, (promotional plastic pens or otherwise) to create amazing art pieces.

• Shohei Otomo, son of the creator of Akira, is an artist who specializes in creating stunning visuals using a simple ballpoint pen.
• His artwork combines traditional Japanese art with modern urban influences.
• Otomo's ability to convey depth, texture, and realism using only a pen is awe-inspiring,

It is Christmas time (sorry for stating the obvious). I thought I share with you this photo series about the toy makers that are making the items that you will be placing under your Christmas Tree this year. Here are some of the stories told through photos of the people and faces who really are the real life Santa Clauses (excluding, wholesalers, importers, distributors, retailers :)).

1. Handcrafted toys evoke personal care.
2. Promotional toys boost brand recognition.
3. Custom toys foster customer loyalty.

Whilst many people think that a lot of products are produced on mass via automated machines, you will be surprised to know that many items are produced and painted by hand.

Calendars are the perfect gift this time of year. But before we clock over into 2015, it's worth checking out some of the great custom printed calendars invented by several savvy, design-oriented individuals in recent months. I'm a big fan of modern, minimalist styles so I would love to pop all three into my rooms at home! Which ones would brighten up your 2015?

Custom Printed Modern Calendars

These gorgeous calendars might look like your

By now you've probably got most gifts ready for the holiday season, but have you given any thought to gift wrap? While your standard store bought variety of wrapping paper will do the job, nothing is as unique and personal as using your own custom printed gift wrap. We decided to put together a selection of our 6 favourite patterned wraps that have been custom produced. These papers will no doubt delight and inspire you this season and next!

1. Create unique presents with custom wraps.
2. Custom gift wraps are an affordable advertisement.
3. Make unforgettable experiences for recipients.

Personalised Custom Wrapping Paper Ideas

This wrap boasts a unique retro pattern in the traditional Christmas colours of red, white and

Heineken (yes the beer brand) has released some exclusive marketing merchandise consisting of a bag, shirt and a pair of sunglasses. These products are to be handed out as freebies to 100 of the coolest people on the planet. The marketing campaign is part of the #Heineken100 program, who aims to recruit 100 influential people. This prompted me to quickly check my post box. Unfortunately I did not receive anything in the mail from Heineken. So whilst my self esteem hits the floor with a thud, I will take you through some of the products that they have on offer.

• Heineken has launched a marketing campaign called #Heineken100.
• The merchandise includes sunglasses made with Garrett Leight, bags created with Parabellum, and ponchirts.
• To receive these items, one must be recognized as "cool" by Heineken, then they became brand ambassadors for the company.

Product Collaboration to Create Cool Pieces

There are some instances when simple promotional items simply are not up to the task of really turning heads. This is why The Spongebob Movie and Toyota has teamed up to create a Car. The results are truly epic. Just check out the images of this amazing collaboration between Toyota and Spongebob.

• The Spongebob Movie and Toyota created a visually stunning promotional car featuring Spongebob's face.
• Personalized cars can be highly effective marketing tools or unique gifts for a range of special occasions.
• Customizing cars for promotion or gifting purposes can create memorable impressions on potential clients and customers.

A Personalized Car

On exhibition right now at the