A decade ago the only promotional items made from bamboo we had in stock were pens (with a bamboo barrel) and notebooks (with bamboo covers or paper). These days, with the turn towards eco-friendly merchandise in the industry, we're able to access an increasing assortment of weird and wonderful products made from bamboo elements. Check out some of our latest products made from bamboo composite and marvel at just how far branded merchandise has come!

Unique Environmental Promo Goods

The most interesting new bamboo products we've received recently are made from composite blends of natural organic bamboo fibre and polymers. These biocomposite materials are renewable and biodegradable (when composted at an acceptable temperature), so they're a huge step up from pure

When your promotional pens come to the end of their useful life as writing instruments, it can be tempting to just toss them in the bin and get a new one. However, as we are living in an age where reusing resources is of increasing importance, we decided to check out some tricks for getting used out of your custom pens long after their ink has dried up.

5 Ways to Upcycle Promotional Pens

So how do you reuse something like a promotional plastic pens? Here are some of our favourite ideas that are just a bit out of the ordinary.

1. Use Pens as Markers for Plants -- When you pop some new seeds into the ground it can be hard to know exactly where they are or what they are next time you come back to water them. Try removing the internal elements of

I'll tell you a bit of an industry secret. The most effective promotional items available are not the ever-popular promotional pen, or mousepads, but microfibre cloths. These pieces of fabric, have been proven to be the most effective way to reach your guests through custom branding. With microfibre cloths, you do need to keep them clean though. I'll tell you why below.

Why You Need to Clean Microfibre Cloths

Cleaning microfibre cloths is essential for

The replication of big brand items and symbols, commonly known as knock offs, has become a prevalent aspect of counterfeit goods. While the imitation of products from established brands is often deemed as both unethical and illegal, quite a few of these knock offs have eventually infiltrated pop culture, captivating individuals with their light-hearted nature. These duplicates can come cheaper and more hilarious than their original counterparts.

When it comes to humorous knock offs, prominent brands including Nike, Adidas, and Gucci get targeted the most, from their promotional apparel, shoes, tees and so much more. These brand names and their designs are often playfully invented, making them noteworthy and entertaining. Here are a few of the most amusing and infamous knock offs of big brands:

1. Nike Knock Offs

Nike is one of the largest shoe manufacturers

Apparently, such a day exists — the national lost sock memorial day. As the name implies, if you have ever lost a sock (especially those stylish custom-printed ones, that have a unique design, that renders the other sock totally useless), then this day is for you.

The National Lost Sock Day

This national day is officially recognised in America, but really I cannot see why it shouldn't also be celebrated (or mourned) in Australia. Everyone wears socks, and almost everyone would have lost a sock at one point in their lives. When a sock is lost, the remaining single sock becomes very sad and lonely indeed.

It is thus our job, to ensure that single socks around the world, rekindle their joy (and usefulness), through the National Lost Sock Memorial Day.

What to Do with Old Socks?

So what to do with old socks?

Did you just purchase a set of promotional bottles for your organisation? The idea of a reusable water bottle is simple and appealing. Save money and be eco-friendly at the same time through the use of a reusable bottle. Just fill up your bottle each morning and throughout the day with water. Sounds fuss-free and straightforward right? Well, it is not quite so simple. You do need to wash and clean your bottles regularly.

Why You Should Clean Your Bottles Daily

Should you clean your bottles? I can safely assume that everyone will say yes to this. What is unclear though, is when and how often to clean your water bottle. The answer is every day. Spit and saliva around the mouthpiece

May has brought a cool seasonal change to much of the country and with that change comes an exciting shift in the popularity of different promotional products. Check out three branded merchandise superstars making an annual comeback into the hearts and minds of marketing departments everywhere!

1. Choose quality, practical promo products.
2. Maximise brand exposure with eye-catching designs.
3. Keep customers warm and germ-free.

Choosing Cold-Weather Promo Items

Here are some pointers on what to look for in cold weather promotional items:

Quality

Make sure you invest in quality products that will last, nobody wants something that falls apart after one use.

Practicality

Think about what people would actually use regularly such as classic beanies, gloves or insulated mugs

Branding opportunities

Look for items which give

Dunkin' Donuts, the popular snack chain in the USA has recently rebranded to simply "Dunkin'", and part of their recent rebrand has been a slew of new products including a unique set of new promotional lip balms that only Dunkin' could release.

What Product Has Dunkin' Released?

The Dunkin' Munchkins lip balm sets are two mini-sized lip balms with sweet, doughnut-inspired flavours in a box that looks exactly like the real one the chain's range of "Munchkins" come in. Here in Australia, we don't use the term munchkin in relation to doughnuts, so to quickly clarify -- these are so-called "doughnut holes" the yummy treats made from the material

These days most computers and smartphones have inbuilt cameras that capture extremely high-resolution images. This has been a welcome upgrade in technology compared to the sad old add-on webcams and digital cameras from 15-20 years ago, but with this innovation comes a range of new potential threats including hacking to spy on you through your camera. So how do you protect yourself from these (seriously scary-sounding) threats? We suggest investing in promotional webcam covers for your devices.

1. Protect privacy with webcam covers.
2. Increase brand visibility with custom covers.
3. Enhance security and market effectively.

What

One of the most common questions we get about our range of eco-friendly promotional products is "I like it, but do you have an option that fits my budget?" Going green doesn't have to break the bank. In fact, adopting eco-friendly habits can often save you money in the long run.

With a little creativity and some smart choices, it's possible to make a positive impact on the environment without stretching your budget. In this article, we'll explore some affordable and eco-friendly options that are perfect for those looking to live sustainably on a small budget. 

Affordable Eco-Friendly Choices for Conscious Consumers

1. Ditch Single-Use Products: One of the simplest ways to reduce your environmental impact