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 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

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

It looks like I’ll be going to a lot of weddings this year.  I just found out not one, but three people I know are getting married this year. Wow! It’s just like they say, first comes love and then comes…a lot of wedding planning?

Planning a wedding can be overwhelming with all of the preparations, reservations, rehearsals and arrangements. Luckily, Absorbent, Ink. is here to help with all of your custom printed wedding needs. My friends have been asking for ideas to help personalize their events and I’ve found a bunch of great items that will do just that

One of the most affordable ways to add a personal touch to your special day or event is with Custom Wedding Napkins. Personalized napkins are budget-friendly, available in a wide variety of colors and can be customized with names, dates, monograms or artwork. They will add a touch of color to tabletops and can be kept as mementos of your special day. Why not combine some printed Beverage Napkins with elegant personalized Champagne Glasses. Custom printed champagne glasses will add sparkle to your event and look sensational when people raise a toast.  Celebrate in style with any of Absorbent, Ink’s Custom Glassware choices. They’re perfect for wedding receptions, anniversaries, special events and more.

If you’re looking for gifts and keepsakes for your guests, the possibilities are practically limitless. Some of my favorites include wedding fans, food gifts and personalized seed packets. Custom Wedding Fans serve as beautiful reminders of your special day. They can be imprinted with pictures, dates and artwork. They also make perfect keepsake wedding programs. Edible items are another popular wedding favor. Who wouldn’t love receiving delicious Custom Breath Mints, Personalized Chocolate Gifts or Gourmet Food Gifts? Absorbent, Ink. carries everything from custom mint tins and printed candy jars to personalized chocolates and individually wrapped cookies.

Take the stress out of wedding planning and shop Absorbent, Ink. for all of your personalized wedding items.

Take care,

Abby Ink

Wowee! It’s been a busy month and it doesn’t look like things will be slowing down any time soon. April has been full of excited chatter about the upcoming royal wedding, Earth Day festivities and Easter celebrations. It is also National Pet Month until the beginning of May. So, what do we have coming up in May? It looks like it’s time to start making arrangements for your Cinco de Mayo parties, Mother’s Day activities and Memorial Day celebrations.

It doesn’t matter what event you’re planning, Absorbent, Ink. has everything you need to throw an awe-inspiring event, party or celebration. Whether you need disposable plastic cups, custom napkins, or personalized balloons, we have the perfect customizable event supplies for your special occasion.

If you’re looking for gift ideas for Mom, Absorbent Printing has a multitude of options, including beauty gift sets, personalized house wares, garden tool sets and food gifts. We have a huge selection of gift ideas that will leave a lasting impression and they’re perfect for just about any circumstance.

Get your event planning started and start shopping Absorbent, Ink. for all of your event supplies and business promotional items.

Let’s get the party started!

Abby Ink

“Who’s up for a game of poker?” That’s what I heard this weekend when I was hanging out at my friend’s house. I hadn’t ever played a game of poker before, but was intrigued and interested in learning the rules. I tried my best in my first game of poker but, all I can say is that I’m glad we weren’t playing for real money. I’d be in debt! Hah! While I think it will take some practice to get the rules down, poker is a really great activity to do with a group of friends.

Not only is poker a way to socialize and have fun, it’s also a great way to advertise! If you’re looking for winning promotional products, Absorbent, Ink. has an ample selection of Custom Poker Chips to personalize with your logo or slogan. Our quality poker chips have a professional look and feel that will really make your custom imprint stand out from the crowd. We also carry Personalized Poker Sets that make incredible gifts which will complement your artwork and keep your advertisements looking fantastic. Poker chips and poker sets are perfect for business promotions, casinos, charity tournaments, giveaways, corporate gifts and so much more.

Whether you want to advertise, give a memorable gift or leave a lasting impression, custom Poker Gifts are an effective way to put the odds in your favor.

Raise the bets!

Abby Ink

I know I’ve already written once about chocolate, but here I am again with more chocolate things to say. What do you want from me? I’m a woman!

As I was casually browsing the Internet this morning (as you can tell, I am a very focused worker), I had the random idea to search for what holidays July has to offer other than the obvious ones. Sounds right out of left field, doesn’t it? Well, my thought was that America is a country full of inventiveness, creativity, and under-the-radar holidays so I might as well check it out for this month.

Lo and behold, there sat the words that are every woman’s dream: “July 7 – Chocolate Day.” My eyes welled with happy tears and my heart skipped a beat. What? A day in which we can freely eat as much chocolate as we want and blame it on our keen holiday-observance skills? As if this wasn’t enough for my chocolate-loving heart, I read on only to discover that this is a joint holiday between chocolate and sundaes! What?! Was someone pranking me? I was sure of it. I actually went so far as to march around the office stopping in random cubicles and conducting impromptu interrogations, but to no avail.

So it’s true, people. It’s really true. Now is the time to order those Chocolate Bars with Business Cards, Villa Chocolate Bars, or Eros Chocolate Bars! Absorbent, Ink. offers an endless array of promotional products of the chocolate variety. It’s whatever your heart and your recipients’ hearts desire. Regardless, you can’t go wrong. It’s chocolate for Heaven’s sake!

I am now going to celebrate the holiday with my own personal stockpile of chocolate treats I keep hidden in my desk. Don’t judge.

A chocolatey day to you and yours,

Abby Ink

Hello. I am planning a holiday party for my office this year. I want to give attendees gifts for the occasion. Do you have any suggestions? Also, what could I do to promote the party? I do not know if I should make it holiday neutral or not. Thanks, Olive

Hello Olive,

Thanks for your question! Ah, the holiday party season. Fun, yet a bit stressful when you do not know what to give your employees and when you want to remain PC. I do, however, have a few suggestions that can help you in your planning process.

I will start by giving you suggestions about how to decide on a party theme. It is difficult to convey an all encompassing holiday theme with so many religious celebrations in one season. To avoid hurting any feelings or annoying anyone, you can go one to two ways:

1) Include all holidays in the party theme. Have a Christmas tree, Menorah, Kwanza lights and snowmen. This way, no one can complain; you have covered the holidays and have even included the non-religious snowman. The only downside to this is that the party decorations may look a bit cluttered.

2) Don’t include any holiday items and just use holiday colors. Luckily, red, green, blue, white, silver and gold all look nice together. You can then decorate with snowflakes. Basically, you are throwing a winter themed party before the New Year.

For both of these parties, you could use imprinted balloons, napkins, plates and glasses with holiday messages, like “Happy Holidays,” “Happy New Year” or “Seasons Greetings.”

As for a holiday gift for the office, consider giving something simple. For example, serve champagne or other beverages in glasses with an imprinted message, like, “Holiday Office Party 2007: A Night to Celebrate.” This is a simple and memorable gift that can be reused.

If you would like to get any of these items for your office party, contact our client services at 866-618-3471. They would be happy to help you figure out pricing, shipping and imprints. I hope these suggestions have helped take some of the stress out of your party planning.

Thanks,
Abby Ink
Editor’s note: Abby Ink is our resident Promotional Products Professional. She answers all questions and requests for ideas via email and selects some for publishing in this regular column on the blog. You can ask Abby a question using this form.