Power Banks

Power Banks have been very popular as a gift or incentive.  This one can be printed in full color and is very reasonably priced at $8.50 or under depending on quantity.

Ice Cream

Since I've been in the promotional product business for over 35 years it takes a lot to "WOW" me but this does it for me.  Maple Ridge has a new program involving ICE CREAM.   Here is a video describing the program....... https://vimeo.com/218524626

Karuna Mug

I like this new Karuna mug!

Glow-in-the-dark lip balm

Looking for something that is FUN and USEFUL to give out this Halloween season? How about Glow-in-the-dark Lip Balm that will help you company STAND OUT from your competitors. 250 @ $1.04 each plus a $50 setup fee.

Ultra Ice Scraper & Squeegee

If you have clients and employees that live up north thay always need an ice scraper and squeegee and this item is both!  Plus, they are currently on sale until 12/31/16 for $3.00 each plus a $60 setup charge, minimum quantity is 150 units.

Totes Umbrellas

Totes umbrellas are GREAT for client gifts, golf outings, door prizes and more.  You can learn more at www.VitronicPromotional.com .

Golf Towels printed in full color

If you want to give out a golf towel I highly recommend these golf towels that can be printed in full color as "A picture is worth a thousand words".  50 @ $504 each plus a $60 full color setup charge.

 http://www.clothpromotions.com/product/Full_Color_Opper_Fiber_Golf_Towel_W_Sport_Clip_18_x12_646822

USB Flash Drives

One of my preferred suppliers is Leeds.  They have a great 10 day program on USB Flash Drives.  Here is a link to the information...http://media.pcna.com/msfiles/PCNAFileSharing/MemoryUSpricing.pdf

- FREE Setup

- FREE 2 Color Imprint

- FREE 1GB Upload

- FREE Shipping

USB's are great for conferences, seminars, reunions, weddings, anniversaries and more!

Peter

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Nite Ize Spotlit LED Mini Beacon

Our Nite Ize SpotLit LED is the perfect mini-beacon whenever you need a little help in the dark. Set in a lightweight stainless steel carabiner, it attaches quickly and securely to key rings, jackets, or even a dog collar - just about anything with a hook or zipper. Its long-lasting LED provides an ambient glow bright enough for everything from reading fine print to finding your car door keyhole. Attached to things like tent lines and camping gear, it provides instant location of hazards and necessities; attached to your person (jacket , backpack, running belt) it tells other people where you are, when they might otherwise see you. Choose from two modes: press once for steady glow, twice for continuous flash. Water-resistant, long-life, replaceable batteries included. 

72 @ $8.25 each plus $62.50 setup charge

Putter Cup

If you are looking for a very classy golf item I like this Pewter Putter Cup.  It also serves as a great paper weight/coin/tee holder.   50 @ $14.45 each plus a $50 screen charge per location.

This insulated backpack is on sale for $2.95 each plus a $50 screen charge for a 1 color imprint plus shipping/tax until the end of August 2015.  A great price to help keep lunches and drinks cold.

Water Bottles

This dual lid water bottle is great....www.glassamerica.com/Product.cfm?ProductID=346

Sling Bag

Backpacks are great for students, commuters, athletes, professionals and more.  I like the slink backpack as it easily goes over your shoulder quickly.

National Nurses Week - Umbrellas

National Nurses week is coming up in May and an umbrella is a very popular gift to show appreciation to your staff of dedicated nurses.

72 @ $9.50 each

144 @ $9.00 each
288 @ $8.50 each
$50.00 screen charge

Large Format Printing

LARGE Format Printing

When you are ready to go BIG, we've got you covered!  We offer a wide range of large format printing services that can accommodate your large format requirements.

With high-quality resolution, vibrant colors and durable materials, you can count on our large format printing capabilities.  We can print banners up to 63" high and any length

The flexibility of our printing allows you to print a single large poster or accommodate a larger run.  We print on a wide range of materials than can accommodate short and mid-term outdoor use.

Las Vegas

There are tons of trade shows that are held in Las Vegas and many of the participants also hold company golf outings there.  As a favor to each golfer I like the playing cards that also have stock golf tips printed on them.  It is a nice connection between the game of chance and the game of golf.  Here is a link to information on the golf tip cards....http://www.gemacocards.com/promotional/products/tips-popular-topics/

Bowl Game Promotional Products

Just in case you are interested in what promotional products will be
given out at some of the NCAA Football Bowl Games this year: www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/Daily/Issues/2014/12/05/Colleges/Bowl-gifts.aspx

Sending Credit Card Information

I read a good article about sending credit card information and they recommended the following scenarios:

 1. Fax the information over

2    2. Phone the information in

3    3. Email the info but split up the info in half in 2 separate emails….first 8 digits and 2 security codes and the month of the expiration date in one email and the other 8 digits, the rest of the code digits and the year of the expiration date.

Rastor vs Vector Artwork

Creating images

There are two types of computer graphics: raster and vector.  It is important to understand the differences between these two data types before you begin working with them.

Raster graphics

Raster images are composed of individual elements, called pixels, which are arranged in a grid. Each pixel has a specific location and color. If you magnify raster data, you can see the individual pixels as squares of colors. Raster images contain a fixed number of pixels, so when you magnify the image you are magnifying the display size of the pixels. As a result, raster images may display jagged rather than smooth edges when magnified on screen or when printed at a large magnification.

An object in a raster image is defined by its pixels. For example, the front door in an image of a house is made up of a mosaic of pixels at certain locations in the image. In bitmap images, you edit pixels rather than objects or shapes.

Raster images can display subtle changes in tones and colors, so they are most often used for images like photographs and digital artwork.

Vector graphics

Vector graphics use geometric characteristics — lines, curves, and their locations — to define objects. For example, a door in a graphic of a house is made up of a rectangle that has a certain width and height, is placed at a specific location, and is filled with a certain color. In vector images, you edit objects or shapes rather than pixels.

Vector graphics do not lose clarity or detail when they are scaled or printed, regardless of the change in size or resolution. For this reason, vector graphics are suited to technical illustrations or corporate logos.

Choosing to work with raster or vector data

In general, it is best to use a vector object if you need to edit it as an element separate from other parts of the image. For example, if you add a star to an image, you may want to change its size, color, or location. You can make these changes more easily if the star is a vector object. You can create raster data on separate layers, which can be easily edited or moved.  When finished it a good idea to SELECT ALL and CREATE OUTLINES then hit SAVE.  

Using promotional products to encourage repeat business

Here are interesting findings on a report when promotional products were used to encourage repeat business:  

Customers who receive promotional products, on average, return sooner and more frequently, and spend more money than customers who receive coupons. In two separate studies, SMU researchers tested whether promotional products would outperform coupons in the area of repeat business and sales.

FINDINGS - Food Delivery Service
• Customers who received promotional products reordered up to 18% sooner than those who received coupons and up to 13% sooner than those who received no promotion.
• Customers who received promotional products also averaged up to 18% more orders than those receiving coupons and up to 13% more than those who 
received nothing.
• In summary, customers who received promotional products reordered more quickly and ordered more often than those who received no promotional 
products.