I have always like the Matrix trilogy (this will tie have relevance I promise). I know that most people regard the second and third movies as just trash because the effects are outdated and the plot is somehow both too complex and incredibly cliche at the same time, but I just love it. There is one scene that really sticks out for me and that is the speech that Mr Smith makes reflecting on what humankind is worth. He describes humans as not a mammalian species, but a virus on the Earth. We find a location and draw from our environment until it is no longer usable, and then just move on. The Earth is heating up because of us, and it threatening our survivability, just like a fever. We have done terrible things to this planet just for the convenience of it, and only now we are starting to understand the effects of our actions.

1. Choose sustainable packaging options.
2. Opt for refillable containers.
3. Use

Who doesn't love a good cappuccino? The foamy loveliness with the sweet and bitter elixir of life sitting comfortably underneath. Well did you know that the sprinkle of chocolate on top was originally an Australian invention? Now you do! I have a list for you today of products that you can brand and show your love for the cap, and show off your brand all in one.

Premium Filter Fresh Coffee Mugs

With the temperature getting warmer and Jacaranda trees carpeting cars with their beautiful yet infuriating lilac flowers, it's time to start worrying about Christmas once again. But fear not, this list of the Top 5 Promotional Items You Need This Christmas will save you from the panic and stress.

1. Personalised Reusable Mugs

Reusable Mugs are in vogue at the moment and rightly so! They are a great way to advertise your brand, to stay eco-friendly, and most of all to keep your drinks hotter or colder for longer. If you like the look of the mug in the picture, it is no surprise; Our Vacuum

Halloween is over which means we're heading towards Christmas at an alarming pace. Starbucks is a company with a regular Christmas marketing ritual, and this year they haven't let their eager fans down with the latest range of customised holiday coffee cups. Today we're checking out these effortlessly cool cups that are Starbucks brand without looking too over-the-top.

Promotional Christmas Colour Bulk Cups

In previous years the Starbucks cups (which have a devoted following) created to promote the brand over Christmas have come under fire for not being Christmas-y enough. This year the brand of opted for traditional red and green colours from the season, but have given them a

Cooler (or chiller bags), work by insulating temperature. By insulating the inside of the bag, and protecting the heat or cold from escaping, your food or contents will be kept at your desired temperature. Many methods and types of bags make cooler bags work effectively, and I'll go through some of the more popular ways here.

The Basics of Insulating Temperature

To keep food or items inside a promotional cooler bag hot or cold, you need three things to occur to make this happen.

• Number 1: The contents that go into the bag needs to already be at a temperature that you desire to maintain. If you need things hot, the items need to be hot in the first place. Same if you need

We brush our teeth twice a day (or at least we all should), but it's one of those daily routines that nobody teaches us in extensive detail. Up and down, back to front -- do these methods actually work to help keep our mouths healthy and if not, what other options are there? Today we decided to check out the best way to use promotional toothbrushes to keep your teeth clean and fresh,

Brushing Your Teeth With Promotional Toothbrushes

The first thing you need to know about brushing your teeth is that it takes time - 2 minutes. If your brush time is shorter than this, you're probably not doing a thorough job. Set the alarm on your smartphone and start focusing on the time you spend brushing. Once you've got the time

The ubiquitous tea towel. I have always found that a tea-towel is like a bassist in a band, you don't take much notice of it unless you don't have one. These things are incredibly useful and you've probably made use of a custom tea towel today already, but where did they come from? Today on the Cubic Promote blog we're going to take a deep dive and find out more about the history of tea towels!

Promotional Tea Towels for Cleaning

Tea towels got their name in the early 19th century, as they were used by women of the house to make certain that their beloved teaware doesn't get damaged when being cleaned (though you should never wash a teapot as it will destroy the tannin build up in the pot, and destroy the flavour profile you have built). The