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Puppy Love | A Few of our Favorite Pet Products!

by Shari on June 4, 2012 in Promotional Products

This little guy is my 12 year old miniature schnauzer named Mogley, and I think he is the best dog in the world! Of course if you took a poll in this office, nearly everyone would vote their dog as the best because we are a bunch of pet lovers.

To most people a dog is much more than just a pet, it is a part of the family. I know that is how my family views Mogley, and that is why every Christmas we wrap at least two presents to place under the tree for him. It is fun to watch him get excited knowing that at least one of the presents will be a new doggie toy, and the other one will most likely be a box of treats! It is true, we like most people spoil our dog.

The truth of it is, people love pets and pets love people. If you have a grooming, vet clinic, or boarding service, or your customers are pet lovers, we’ve highlighted on some of our favorite Promotional Pet Products below that are bound to be well received by both pet lovers and their pets.

#1. The Retractable Pet Leash allows you the flexibility to let your dog roam up to 16 feet or keep them close by when needed.

#2. Many people like to take their dogs to the park and the Pet Waste Bag Dispenser is great for picking up your dogs poo.

#3. We take our dog on road trips a lot so The Fold N’ Go Pet Bowl works great for giving him water to drink at rest stops. I also love how it conveniently folds down flat for easy storage.

#4. Lastly, my dog enjoys playing fetch, but we seem to lose a lot of balls, so the Khaki Dog Disc Tan Rope is a great alternative because it doesn’t bounce away.

USimprints has a large selection of Promotional Pet Products. If you’re not sure which product would be the best fit for your promotion, please call us (866) 604-6774 and one of our pet loving Branding Associates will be happy to assist you in choosing the perfect Personalized Pet Products for your event or giveaway.

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We’re gonna party like it’s your birthday!

by Shari on May 23, 2012 in Events at the Prints

I’m not sure why there hasn’t been a blog post about birthdays at USimprints, because they are kind of big deal around here! We are not like traditional companies who share one measly cake for everyone who had a birthday that month – we do birthdays with pizzazz! First off, a theme is chosen and then several team members pitch in on bringing food. Sometimes the “theme” chosen may be something that the birthday boy or girl likes, and sometimes it is completely random – take for instance the “Snow Bunny Party” which was my first USimprints birthday.

Today the theme was Summertime, Fun-time with coral and teal colors. Several of us gals are big fans of Pinterest, so this inspired a handful of the decorating ideas, which included: accent mason jars, birthday banners, and fruit kebabs.

It was another fun shin-dig! Happy birthday Adelaide and Elizabeth!

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Weekly Product Fave’ | Waterproof Valuables Pouch

by Shari on May 21, 2012 in Weekly Product Faves

It’s almost summer time, which means it is time to head outdoors and get your swim on! If you’re anything like me, your phone might as well be a part of your body, because you take it with you wherever you go. When I’m outside near the water I’m always wondering if I’ll be the person who drowns their phone that day.

I don’t worry anymore, because I now have a Waterproof Valuables Pouch which keeps my phone safe from the water. I realize that there are tons of waterproof pouches you can purchase, but this one is unique because you can actually use your touch screen phone while it is in the pouch! I’ll admit, I was skeptical about the touch screen really working, but it does! We even made a quick little video to show you.

What a video demo of an iPhone being used through the waterproof pouch

Pretty cool, huh? A few other great features about this pouch is that you have a large imprint area (3″ x 2 3/8″) on the front window and the lanyard is adjustable and has a breakaway cord (so you don’t choke yourself while jet skiing).

On a final note, our Promotional Waterproof Valuables Pouch is on sale through July 14th!

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The Ever-Handy Promotional Tape Measure

by Shari on May 16, 2012 in Promotional Products

Tape measures are one of the most well received promotional items that I have seen at trade shows over the years. They make great gifts and giveaways for many industries such as real estate, construction, furniture and more. It has been my experience that tape measures are one of those items that serve to be very useful when you have one on hand. For instance, just last week I was at the flea market and saw a table I really liked, but I wasn’t sure if it would fit the space I had in mind for it. Thankfully, I was able to measure it and realize it was far too large for what I needed.

With that being said, if you are considering purchasing Promotional Tape Measures USimprints has a wide selection available in many styles and colors. I have highlighted on a few of my favorites below:

The Round Leather Locking Tape Measure is great because it’s compact, functional and pretty. My mom always carried a large industrial tape measure from The Home Depot in her purse, and she was always ready to measure no matter where she was. Since my personal preference is something smaller and less bulky, the round leather locking tape measure makes a great fit for me and my purse.

Have you ever tried to take your own measurements? It can be kind of awkward. That’s why my next favorite tape measure is the Body Tape Measure. This is very useful for gyms, weight loss / diet centers or anyone who wants to keep track of their body measurements. I have also found this to be useful for my sewing hobby.

Last but not least is the Measure Pad Leveler which includes a 6′ metal blade tape measure, note pad, level and pen. It also has a sturdy pocket clip to keep it secure to your belt or pants. I’m not much of a carpenter, but I found this to be very useful around the house for projects such as hanging pictures and measuring for window treatments. I especially like that it has a notepad so that I can jot down measurements right away and not forget.

All of our tape measures can be imprinted with your company’s logo or message and since we offer such an extensive range of tape measures and customization options, you can be sure to find the perfect one to fit your budget and promotional needs. Don’t forget, USimprints offers Free Quotes and Virtual Proofs!

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Weekly Product Fave | Sip n’ Go Glass Water Bottle

by Shari on May 11, 2012 in Weekly Product Faves

Some of my favorite restaurants of all time serve my water in a glass. I’m not sure what it is about drinking from glass versus plastic, but it just seems right. When I’m at home I drink just about everything from good ol’ fashioned mason jars, but since they are not very handy for taking on the go, I’m happy to have finally found something that it!

My pick this week is the 20 oz. Sip n’ Go Glass Water Bottle. It has a very sturdy twist on cap with a pull-up spout for drinking. I think what makes this glass drinking vessel so cool is the netted designed of the silicone sleeve which encases the bottle. In my opinion it gives it a rugged, yet pretty look at the same time. Since I am not a fan of hand washing, this bottle is great because it is (top rack) dishwasher safe! No dish pan hands here.

If you are looking for something a little more fancy and fun than a plain plastic water bottle, the Sip N’ Go would be the perfect pick for your next promotion!

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Weekly Product Faves! | Promotional Camping Items

by Shari on May 3, 2012 in Weekly Product Faves

Happy Thursday y’all! We’re starting a blog topic category called “Weekly Product Faves” in which we’ll choose a product each week and highlighting on some of the cool features that make it awesome! Of course for my first post on this topic, I wasn’t able to choose just one, so I picked two!

The first is item #10423566 - Folding Chair With Padded Seat And Back Rest. You might be asking “what is so special about a folding chair?” Well, here’s the skinny on what makes this chair so great:

• It as the ability to recline into not one, but three different positions.

• The arm rests are adjustable and the drink holder on the arm of the chair is insulated.

• There is a storage area on the back of the chair (for magazines, sunscreen, etc.)

The chair can also hold up to 300 lbs. and it comes in a carrying bag with a handle. Simply put, this chair is pimped out! I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to close down my laptop and head to the lake!

But since it’s not quite Friday, I’ll continue on with my other “fave” which is item #8213499 - High Sierra Four LED Lantern. This lantern has a sleek looking modern design. Some of the great features include:

• Built in compass for those us (like myself) who are “directionally challenged”.

• The lantern has 20 LED lights which makes it super bright.

• It has a carrying handle AND a hook (in case you need to hang it on a tree or in your tent).

I would be a happy camper (pun intended) to have this lantern alongside me on my next outdoor adventure!

Both of these items are great product picks for outdoorsy people. I hope that if you love the great outdoors that you can get outside and enjoy this nice Spring weather before it gets too hot!

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Gifts Ideas for Honoring a Group of Moms on Mother’s Day!

by Shari on May 1, 2012 in Events & Promotions

Mother’s Day is less than two weeks away. If your organization honors mom’s on this special day then you are probably looking for a ‘one size fits all’ sort of gift. Since all women are different, you should keep in mind that choosing a gift that is both useful and practical is more likely to be well received than something that is not. Flowers are nice, but can sometimes come across a bit cliche’ (especially on Mother’s Day). Below are a few items that are likely to leave a smile on any mom’s face!

Promotional Journal Books are useful for mother’s who enjoy writing or jotting down the daily events of their child’s life. You can make this gift more personal by having the child write a personal note to their mom on the inside cover!

24 oz. Acrylic Tumbler with Straw are great for busy mom’s on the go! They can fill this tumbler with 24 oz. of their favorite beverage and have it in the car as they run errands or take kids to and from school or soccer practice.

Personal Care Kit with mom’s working so hard and always on the go, there is nothing better than a little TLC every now and then. This kit comes equipped with all of the basics including slippers, massager and nail / toe brush with pumice stone for taking care of tired feet.

These are just a few gifts that are likely to be pleasing to any and all moms. We also have many more gift in our Promotional Mother’s Day category!

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Say Fiesta with some Cinco de’ Mayo Promotional Items!

by Shari on April 27, 2012 in Events & Promotions

This afternoon we had a Cinco de’ Mayo style cookout in the office! The table settings were brightly colored, and the food spread consisted of delicious tacos (both fish and chicken), spanish rice, guacamole and all of the fixings! Of course Cinco de’ Mayo would not be complete without a margarita, (so we had that too, in the form of a cake)!

A good celebration is not based on food alone, it is important to have festive decorations such as maracas, sombreros or tambourines! Brightly colored table settings and balloons are also great for adding some pizzazz! If your event is outdoors and you’re serving drinks, handing out items such as promotional bottle openers and imprinted shot glasses with your logo and company information is essentially like passing out business cards.

Click here to check out more of our Cinco de’ Mayo themed products! If you need some ideas for your fiesta or celebration our Branding Reps have a great source of product knowledge to help you make your event a success!

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My Top 6 Picks for Promotional Kitchen Products!

by Shari on April 27, 2012 in For the Home

The kitchen is the hub of the home. It’s where families and friends gather to cook, eat, entertain, and share daily life. Since the kitchen in the most utilized room in the home, why not give away a practical and useful kitchen gadget for your next promotion?

Since there are so many products to choose from when it comes to Promotional Kitchen Items, I’ve highlighted on five of my favorites!

#1. 8154175 - The Supreme Pizza Cutter easily slices through pizza, quesadillas, brownies, and more! The fact that it is small and compact makes it even better!

#2. 8946340 – The Cook-Safe Cutting Board Set keeps your raw meat from touching your fresh vegetables or cooked food by color coordinating boards.

#3. 10390678 - The Two Piece Kitchen Scale is great to keep on hand for measuring ounces, pounds, and milliliters. I really love how the scale tucks into the tray for space saving storage.

#4. 8056610 - The Contemporary Wine Set is a sophisticated and modern looking set, it even comes with a matching wine stopper.

#5. 5678063 - The Digital Egg Shaped Kitchen Timer is practical because everyone needs a timer in the kitchen but egg shape makes it a very unique piece to have on display!

#6. 8225102 - The Silicone Basting Brush is both dishwasher safe and easy-to-clean with a removable silicone head which makes it so much better than your typical bristle basting brush.

Milk + Cookies, Imprinted Milk Bottles

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5 Fantastic Picks for Promotional Umbrellas

by Shari on April 20, 2012 in Promotional Products

Umbrellas tend to be a necessity in life, especially depending on where in the country you live. I grew up in Arizona and the typical yearly rainfall is only about 5 inches. On the other hand, folks in the Northeast and other parts of the country consider umbrellas to be a daily essential. Umbrellas do more than keep you dry from the rain, they are also great for shielding you from the hot rays of the sun during the summer season!

There are so many styles and colors to choose from and that is why umbrellas make such a great promotion! When you give away a promotional umbrella, you are putting your logo on showcase for all to see. USimprints has hundreds of umbrella options to choose from, I’ve picked five great options to share with you!

ID#9262992 is a 42″ arc umbrella and it comes with a matching sleeve. A couple of great things about this umbrellas is that it is under $5.00 each (imprinted), and there is a wide selection of colors available.

ID#8306451 is a 44″ arc telescopic folding umbrella that comes with a wood handle and a push button for automatic opening. It also comes with a matching nylon sleeve, folds down to 17 inches, and is under $10 each (imprinted with your logo).

ID#8241094 is a 38″ arc micro mini umbrella with a matching sleeve. It comes in silver case that can be decorated with your logo and it makes for great presentation when giving it away as a gift. The case easily fits into most handbags, briefcases or coat pockets!

ID#8241049 – is a unique square umbrella with 60″ arc. The square canopy is designed to resist strong wind and the rubber handle makes it easy to hang on to. The umbrella has automatic open and a nylon / mesh case with elastic bungee cord-lock closure.

ID#10307865 is my favorite retro-looking umbrella. The clear Totes bubble umbrella gives you visibility in bad weather and it has a 52″ arc. and a curved handle. Although it has a bit of a feminine look, it is perfect for anyone and all sorts of outdoor activities!