It’s a brand new year and the perfect time to reinvent your brand. A clean slate of possibility is out there waiting for you to grab it! There are endless ways to reinvigorate you brand identity but here are a few of my favorites.

1) Promotional Products
Being in the promotional products field makes it easy to recommend the use of promos. People really get excited about freebies and giveaways, so you should take advantage of that. A great way to keep people talking about your brand is to give an item that will be useful and keep you in mind. What better way to do that than with promotional products? It’s best to use quality, reusable products that people are interested in. Items such as, Aluminum Travel Bottles, Custom Biodegradable Pens or Reusable Grocery Bags will gain repeat brand exposure because they are everyday items that people use. Make sure your custom imprint is bold and noticeable and that the promotional products you choose are of a quality you feel represents your brand.

2) Social Networking
What better way to spread the word about your company or brand than social networking? If you don’t currently participate in online social platforms, now is the time to get started. Social networking is an effective way to engage your target audience, increase visibility and build relationships. Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn are three terrific places to start making connections.

3) Creativity
Have fun with your advertising or marketing and create a buzz for your brand. You don’t necessarily have to reinvent the wheel. Try to come up with a great viral video or a tantalizing contest to get people interested. Anything that might spread the word about your business or brand will work. As mentioned earlier, unique promotional products are also a great way to get people talking. Customized Flash Drives, Printed Temporary Tattoos and Personalized Dog Tags are a few fun examples.

Start the year off right and start revitalizing your brand. Shop Absorbent, Ink. today!

With all of the Muppet buzz that has been going on lately, I decided to take a break from all of my holiday shopping this weekend to go see the new movie. It was a whole lot of fun and a great way to spend the weekend. After the movie, it was back to finishing up my holiday shopping. If you’re anything like me, it’s always tough finding the perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your list. That made me think, if I were shopping for the Muppets, what would I get for them? Hah

I would definitely give someone like Kermit the frog, a big assortment of “green” gifts. It may not be easy being green, but Absorbent, Ink’s fantastic selection of Eco-Friendly Products makes giving green gifts an easy task. One exceptional way to add a green touch to the Holidays is by giving Seed Infused Greeting Cards. These unique cards can be customized with your artwork and message. Once the cards have been enjoyed, plant the seeded portion and watch it grow into a variety of flowers, herbs or vegetables. Eco-Friendly Coffee Mugs, Recycled Cotton Totes and Seed Paper Desk Calendars are just a sample of the green gifts we have available.

You would think it might be tough finding the perfect gift for someone as demanding as Miss Piggy. Luckily Absorbent, Ink. has so many products available, there is something for even those on your list with the most discriminating taste. Take a look at our decadent Custom Gift Boxes and luscious Personalized Chocolates for a holiday gift ideas that will make mouths water. Pamper someone this season with Beauty Gift Sets, personalized Relaxation Products and fashionable Handbags. You can’t go wrong with any of these gift ideas.

If you’re shopping for someone more like Animal, we have you covered! Any of our customizable Music Accessories or Custom Printed Radios are perfect for the music lovers on your list. Also, don’t forget your furry friends! With Absorbent, Ink’s large selection of Promotional Pet Products, such as, custom Dog Bowls and Personalized Pet Accessories, you can find personalized gift for everyone in the family!

There is still time to get your personalized gifts ordered for the holidays. So start shopping Absorbent, Ink. today! The sooner you’re done shopping, the sooner you can take time out to go see a movie.

Let the shopping begin!

Abby Ink

Heading home for the Holidays? It’s that time of year again, filled with holidays, gift exchanges, delicious food and visiting with family. If you’re looking for fantastic gift ideas to give this Thanksgiving – or for any event this season, consider custom kitchen items from Absorbent, Ink.

Here are some of my favorite kitchen gift ideas that people will love to receive.

Cheese Sets are elegant and unique gift items that are perfect for any time of the year, and who doesn’t like cheese? Custom Cheese Sets can be laser engraved with a brand, message or name to really make them memorable. Want to make your gift even more special? Add personalized wine accessories into the mix!

If you want to give a highly useful gift that will get used repeatedly by your favorite home cook, Custom Cutting Boards are exactly what you need! Absorbent, Ink. has a great selection of cutting boards, including; bamboo cutting board sets, mini cutting boards and paddle cutting boards. Make your gift a prominent feature in the kitchen by giving personalized cutting boards this holiday season.

Every great chef will appreciate the gift of a handsome Imprinted Apron. No matter what size, color or material you’re looking for, Absorbent, Ink. has the perfect apron for you! Our great line of customized aprons, include; waist aprons, knee-length aprons, kids sized aprons, perfect-fit aprons and more. Add your artwork to any one of our high-quality aprons and you have the perfect gift for the aspiring chef.

Give the gift of Personalized Cutlery Sets and recipients can carve up their Thanksgiving turkey in style! Absorbent, Ink. has an impressive selection of stylish knife sets that will look sensational personalized with an imprint. Whether you’re looking for bamboo knife sets, stainless steel knife sets or even Victorinox knife sets, we have what you’re looking for.

Let Absorbent, Ink. be the place for all of your Holiday gift buying needs and shop our great catalog of Unique Corporate Gifts, today! We are here to help take the stress out of your holiday gift giving.

Halloween is merely days away, and that means the holidays will be here before you know it. This month has been a whirlwind of activity. Full of party planning, costume making, pumpkin carving and candy eating, it’s hard not to lose track of time. That’s why it’s so important to start thinking about what you’re going to do about your holiday gifts this year. The earlier, the better!

Great reasons to shop early:

• Makes shopping less stressful
• Ensures availability of items
• Leaves time to hunt for great deals
• Allows time for items to be delivered
• Lets your relax during the holidays!

Popular gift ideas:
Personalized Calendars are an always popular holiday gift idea. They’re perfect for leaving a lasting impression because they can be used and enjoyed all year long. Calendars are available in a large variety of styles, including; Wall Calendars, Desk Calendars, Stick Up Calendars and more. These long lasting gifts are perfect for people of all ages and work well for just about any industry.

Beverage Sets make fantastic reusable gifts that people will love. Absorbent, Ink. carries a large selection of beverage items, so there is something available for every budget. Custom Wine Sets are a classy promotional item to give to clients, customers or friends alike. They’re sure to make any holiday a special occasion. Custom Printed Water Bottles are another popular drinkware item this season. Your logo will look sensational imprinted on sleek Stainless Steel Bottles or colorful Camelbak Sports Bottles. Check out our entire selection of Personalized Drinkware.

Employee Recognition Awards are an important part of holiday gift giving. Personalized awards are perfect for showing appreciation and recognizing individuals for their hard work. Whether you’re looking for something elegant, subtle or striking, Absorbent, Ink. is bound to have a style you’ll love. Some of our beautiful options include; Acrylic Awards, Marble Plaques, Crystal Awards and so much more.

So start thinking about your holiday gifts this year and remember that Absorbent, Ink. is more then happy to help you, every step of the way. Stay tuned for more terrific gift ideas for the holidays!

Happy shopping,

Abby Ink

Halloween is almost here and the Holidays are on their way. It’s a great time to start thinking about Holiday gift ideas. What could be better than one of the most popular holiday gift ideas – edible food gifts?  Personalized food items offer an affordable way to reward hard working employees, build strong businesses relationships and to thank clients. The Holidays only come once a year, so it’s important to make a lasting impression.

Here is a taste of some of our most popular food gift ideas.

Chocolate, who doesn’t love chocolate? Chocolate Gifts are a popular gift idea any time of the year, but they’re especially popular around the Holiday season. Personalized chocolate is a deliciously upscale way to show appreciation and say thanks. Whether you’re looking for delectable Custom Chocolate Bars, Logo Chocolate Truffles or Chocolate Gift Towers, Absorbent, Ink. has the perfect chocolate infused indulgence for you.

If chocolate isn’t your number one choice, consider the ever popular gift tin. Personalized Gift Tins are classic corporate and holiday gift items that people just love to share! Popcorn Gift Tins are a well-loved choice, but Cookie Tins and Nut Tins will also put a huge smile on anyone’s face. Gift tins are available in a wide range of designs with a delectable variety of fillings, so order yours today!

Heat up your gift exchange this year with Gourmet Hot Beverages customized with your logo, artwork or message. These delicious gifts offer a great way for recipients to cozy up with your brand while enjoying the warmth of Custom Hot Chocolate, soothing teas or perky Personalized Coffees.

As you can see, there are endless possibilities when you promote with delicious custom food gifts. Why not start shopping for your holiday gifts and Business Promotional Items today and start the holidays off on the right foot.

Stay sweet,

Abby Ink

October is such a busy month! I’ve been working on my Halloween costume, getting prepped for the Race for the Cure, making Thanksgiving plans and trying to enjoy the beautiful, cool fall weather. There is just so much to do this month I can hardly keep my plans straight. That’s one of the reasons I wanted to remind everyone that there is still time to get your fall promotional products ordered.

Whether you’re spreading Breast Cancer Awareness, scaring up business with Halloween giveaways, planning ahead for Thanksgiving Day events, or prepping for Black Friday – Absorbent, Ink. has you covered!

If you need custom Breast Cancer Awareness products fast, check out these practical Die-Cut Plastic Bags. They are perfect for toting promotional materials and getting your logo or message seen while on the go. Awareness Ribbon Clips offer another great way to spread awareness for your cause or event. They will clip on just about anything to help make your logo stick!

Add some spooky flair to your Halloween parties and events with Halloween Bags and Orange and Black Shopping Totes customized with your artwork. They’re a fun and popular item every Halloween. Don’t forget Custom Candy this Halloween. It’s perfect for putting the “treat” in your Trick or Treating. Whether you are looking for custom Chocolate Snacks or personalized mints, Absorbent, Ink. has a spooktacular surprise just waiting to be customized by you.

Why not start shopping ahead of time for great deals on products for Thanksgiving? One great idea you may want to consider are Pumpkin Seed Packets. They’re a fantastic way to make business relationships bloom and people love them! If you’re looking for gifts to bring to your Thanksgiving events, check out Cutting Board Gift Sets and Personalized Aprons. They are both perfect ideas to say “thanks” this holiday season.

Start the holidays off right with high-quality promotional products and Unique Corporate Gifts for Absorbent, Ink.

Get busy!

Abby Ink

I recently got a question in my Ask Abby mailbox, so I thought it would be fun to share it in the blog this week in hopes that it can help others too!

Question:
Hi Abby, I recently joined a new church that is struggling with marketing, community outreach and spreading the word. We want to advertise with products that are easy to hand-out, affordable and practical. Do you have any product recommendations that meet these requirements?
Thank you, Melanie

Answer:
That’s a fantastic question, Melanie! I looked high and low to find products that I think will work perfectly to help your church grab some attention and welcome new attendies. All of these products are extremely easy to distribute, people love them, and they are budget friendly to boot!

One fantastic product choice would be Religious Calendars. Calendars are ideal because they will showcase your message or logo all year round and they’ll be used constantly. Absorbent, Ink. carries a large variety of calendars whether you happen to need a Jewish Calendar, Catholic Calendar, Christian Calendar or anything in between, we have just what you need. Better yet, it’s almost calendar season!

A great way to promote church events or to welcome newcomers and visitors into the church is with high quality Church Welcome Packets. They offer an elegant way to present church information, hold choir music, provide prayer materials, store inspirational notes and more. Welcome Folders for Churches can be personalized for any need so consider the possibilities!

Church Hand Fans are a popular and classic way to add a personal touch to any event, fundraiser, wedding or church benefit. Custom Religious Hand Fans are available in a great selection of shapes, sizes and designs so you can personalize them to your exact liking. They’re also a great way to keep people cool and to get your artwork or logo into hands inexpensively.

Last but not least, these three products are budget friendly, reusable and easy to hand out. I’m talking about; Custom Bookmarks, Printed Pens and Logo Notebooks. These are all really popular promotional items that people love to receive and you’ll love to give.

I hope these products help spread the word and get the attention you’re looking for!
For more fantastic products, visit Absorbent, Ink. or Ask Abby any of your promotional product questions. We love to help!

I went to a Birthday Party for a friend this weekend and had a lovely time. There were decorations everywhere, a beautiful table spread and all of the event supplies were customized. What a fantastic idea!

I love the idea of personalizing an event with custom table accessories and event supplies. Good thing Absorbent, Ink. carries a great selection of supplies to help celebrate any special occasion!

Here is a handy list of some of the most popular and effective event supplies:

Disposable cups are an excellent way to put your brand or artwork into your guest’s hands. Every party, corporate event or special occasion can be made better with customized cups. Choose from a variety of custom disposable cups, including; Styrofoam Cups, Clear Plastic Cups, Paper Cups and Stadium Cups. Personalized cups can easily change a drab event into a fabulous event, so why not order some today?

Custom Napkins offer another great way to add a personal touch to your important occasions, easily and effectively. Napkins are budget-friendly, practical and can even act as mementos long after the party is over. Whether you need Beverage Napkins, Luncheon Napkins or Dinner Napkins, Absorbent, Ink. has the perfect napkins for you.  We can add your logo, artwork or message to napkins in time for your next event and they’re perfect for adding an elegant touch.

Add some uniqueness to your tabletop with Printed Plates. They are sure to make any dining experience memorable. Choose from a great selection of plates including Plastic Plates, Paper Plates, Biodegradable Plates and even Plastic Trays. Paper Plates and plastic plates can be printed with logos, artwork or messages to leave a lasting impression.

Last but not least, Personalized Coasters are always a popular promotional item. Coasters are available in a wide variety of styles to fit any budget. Absorbent, Ink. has an impressive selection of coasters, including; Ceramic Coasters, Cork Coasters, budget friendly Pulpboard Coasters, Gift Coasters and more. They’re a great tool for promoting your message at parties, restaurants, bars, cafes, corporate events and special occasions.

If you plan on throwing a party or event, any of these popular products are bound to make it even more memorable. Luckily all of these event supplies are budget friendly and perfect for making an impact. What are you waiting for? Customize yours today!

Start planning today!

Abby Ink

I got a knock at the door yesterday and was surprised by a bunch of school kids selling candy bars for their school fundraiser. They endearingly explained to me what the fundraiser was for and showed me the items they had available for purchase. How could I say no to such adorable kids? It was impossible. I ended up buying way too many candy bars, but at least it was for a good cause!

This made me think about all of the possible fall fundraising ideas on Absorbent, Ink. One of the most important elements of successful fundraising is making a profit. Whether you’re raising money for schools, churches, awareness campaigns, animal shelters, sports teams or charities, the most important aspect is profitability. Luckily, custom fundraisers offer great returns. Absorbent, Ink. has a great selection of products that are perfect for fundraising events. Here are a few popular choices:

Food and Candy Items have to be one of the most popular fundraiser items. It’s great to have an excuse to buy delicious treats, especially if it’s for a wonderful cause. Gourmet Snack Gifts can include personal chocolate bars, candy gifts, cookie tins and more. They’re the perfect fundraiser ideas to sweeten your profit margins. Check out our huge selection of delectable Food and Beverage Gifts.

Another outstanding fundraising promotion is Rubber Awareness Bracelets. Custom Silicone Bracelets were created as a fundraiser by the Lance Armstrong Foundation to help raise money for cancer awareness. They quickly became a popular fashion accessory worldwide and remain a sought after promotional item. Why not kick your fundraising campaign off right with Rubber Awareness Bracelets?

Custom Sports Bottles are an effective fundraiser idea. When they are imprinted with your logo or message they become walking billboards for your organization or event. They’re available in a wide variety of styles, including; aluminum water bottles, bike bottles, Nalgene water bottles, eco-friendly bottles and a whole lot more. They’re perfect fundraisers any time of the year.

Let Absorbent, Ink. help you get your fundraiser off on the right foot. Start shopping for Fundraiser Products and Business Promotional Items today!

Good luck,

Abby Ink

I don’t know about you, but sometimes it feels like I just can’t wake up without my morning cup of coffee. Whether it’s brewed, percolated, steeped or instant, some mornings I just have to have my caffeine! Usually I’ll stumble out of bed, grab my favorite mug and wait for the jolt of caffeine to wake me up…then I can start my day.

You know what’s better than your favorite hot beverage? Drinking your favorite hot beverage out of a customized mug! Absorbent, Ink. has a large selection of cups and mugs that can be personalized with your artwork, logo or message. Choose from coffee mugs, travel tumblers, foam cups or paper cups with custom coffee sleeves.

My favorite drinkware products to give and receive are Personalized Coffee Mugs. They make excellent gifts for co-workers, employees, coffee lovers, tea enthusiasts, customers and friends. There are so many different styles available that there is bound to be something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for plastic coffee mugs, large coffee mugs or even budget friendly mugs you can find something to perk up your next promotion.

If you’d rather take your coffee on your daily commute, Printed Travel Mugs are perfect for on-the-go. So hit the road in style with Stainless Steel Tumblers personalized with your brand or artwork. They’re insulated, leak-proof and fashionable – perfect for creating a buzz.

A great low-cost way to promote your café, restaurant or event is with printed disposable cups. Disposable foam cups and Customized Paper Cups are perfect for those on a budget. They can be personalized with any artwork, logo or message to help you easily advertise. Heat up your advertising even more by adding Printed Coffee Sleeves to your cups. They’re economical, practical and a fantastic way to reiterate your logo or message. Just add coffee!

As you can see, it’s easy to heat up your promotions and give your giveaways a jolt with Custom Coffee Mugs and Personalized Drinkware.

Take care,

Abby Ink