grossman marketing group's 2014 new ideas - from the las vegas show

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OVERVIEW Grossman Marketing Group recently sent a team of trendwatchers to the promotional products industry’s largest conference in Las Vegas, to search for the best new ideas coming to the marketplace in Q1. Highlights include:

•  Technology items—especially mobile technology •  USA-made products •  Great design/ergonomics •  Environmentally-friendly items •  New apparel options •  Items with a high level of customizability

Please review the items in the following presentation and let us know how we can be helpful to you in the coming year. We look forward to working with you!

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TECHNOLOGY—Cleaning Products

The Pocket Toddy is the perfect tech accessory to clean screens and showcase brands on the go! The Pocket Toddy is a 5”x 7” microfiber smart cloth that folds into a small pocket for travel-sized storage and multi-functional cleaning. Attach it to your keychain, backpack, or purse with the elastic tab and watch smudges disappear. Made in the USA.

Starting at $4.66 each

Well-designed care kit with 7”x 7” microfiber cleaning cloth and 30 ml lens cleaner bottle with case. Cleaner is safe to use on eyeglasses, camera, iPods, GPS and other screens.


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TECHNOLOGY—Cleaning Products

The Spudz Plus combines a portable microfiber cleaning cloth with an accessory pocket that includes earplugs. Attach the Spudz Plus accessory clip to key chains, purses, camera bags, ID badges, and more.


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TECHNOLOGY—Laptop/Tablet Decal

Custom printed laptop/tablet skins made of coated vinyl. Easy to apply. Just peel and stick!


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TECHNOLOGY—Mophie Charging Products

The Juice Pack Air® for iPhone® 5. Also available for other smartphone models. The ideal case for those whose day doesn’t always end when they leave the office. Lighter and thinner than previous generations, but packed with more power to make sure your phone can keep up with your busy lifestyle. Up to 100% extra battery with the flip of a switch. Turn on the case when your battery runs low to stay fully charged through the late nights. Available in Red and Black.


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TECHNOLOGY—Cord Management

The Techno Bender is perfect for today's smartphones, tablets and accessories. It's great for organizing the seemingly endless amount of computer cords and wires that accumulate behind your computer. With a pliable material and built-in magnet clips, it makes it easy to clip your headphones to your clothes or simply keep them stored without getting tangled up. Available in assorted colors.


Driinn’s cord wrap is a simple tool to avoid tangled cables. It works for ear buds, USB and phone chargers. The printing area is permanently visible, even when the cable is wrapped up.


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TECHNOLOGY—Cord Management

“Pop and Wind” stand for your iPhone for easier viewing. Suction cup sticks to a variety of phone case surfaces. Doubles as storage for your ear buds! Made from soft rubber material. Comes in assorted colors.


The “Ear Buddy” is a convenient way to store your ear buds by preventing wires from getting tangled. Made from soft rubber material and has a large imprint area. Comes in assorted colors.


Gumbite® Laci cable organizer is a PVC and steel cable organizer. Twist and wrap around cords or cables to avoid tangling.


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TECHNOLOGY—Smartphone Pocket

Ditch your wallet and keep your vital cards with your phone. Stores credit cards, cash, driver’s license, & even keys. Spandex fabric stretches to securely hold five or more cards. Non-slip grip dots add security, keeping your phone safe from slipping and sliding. Inside divider makes two pockets for sorting cards. Protects the back of your phone from scratches, bumps and dents. Secret hidden compartment, under the fold, safely stores emergency cash. Universal, fits most smartphones. Available in Black, Gray, Red and Blue.


Custom 3D molded silicone smartphone pocket prevents phone from slipping and holds up to 3 cards. Leave your wallet or purse at home!


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TECHNOLOGY—Bluetooth Speakers

Designed in California, this next generation Bluetooth speaker has superior sound quality with port-holes on each side of the speaker for added bass response, Bluetooth 3.0 for reliable connectivity, a built-in microphone so you can use as a conference call device. Available in Black, White and Red.


The CityScape wireless bluetooth speaker turns any phone, tablet or mobile device into a portable sound system. Features high definition sound with a built-in mic for easy, hands-free calling. Available in Black, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple and White.


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TECHNOLOGY—Phone and Tablet Grips

Set of anti-slip tablet grips, which come mounted on a custom-printed, full-color marketing card. Designed for a secure grip, this item prevents your tablet from sliding with its heavy duty texture.


The backside of your phone is prime real estate, and PopSockets will help you make the most of it. They expand to two levels, tilt in all directions, and collapse tight against the back of your device. You can use them for texting and photo grips, headset management, and multi-directional stands.

Starting at $4.95 for set of 2

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TECHNOLOGY—Device Moisture Management The Smart Phone Locker offers solid security and protection for mobile phones and other small items while traveling or just on the go. The Smart Phone Locker is padded on the top and bottom and felt lined (except for Clear) to protect from dings and scratches. Made of crush-resistant ABS plastic. The case is waterproof and comes with a carabiner. Available in Black, Blue, Clear, White and Pink.


Ultimate waterproof Tuff Tainer. Constructed of polypropylene. The box features a detachable lid and movable dividers that provide flexibility in compartment options. It stands up in harsh conditions and resists most common chemicals, gasoline and oil.


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TECHNOLOGY—Device Moisture Management Now you can enjoy yourself and not worry about your non-resistant valuables from water, dust, dirt or sand! The Blizzard Weatherproof Bag has both a strong Ziploc seal and Velcro closure to protect your valuables. Perfect for any small electronic device, travel documents, or jewelry. The clear plastic front allows you to still navigate your device without taking it out of the bag! Comes with adjustable shoulder strap for easy travel and a hands-free Velcro armband.

Available in Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink and Clear.


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Apparel—Eco-Friendly with Excellent Design

Earthspun Apparel made from discarded plastic bottles, x-ray film and black food trays, mixed with recycled cotton. No dyes. Recycling is cool, do your part and wear this hoodie with pride.


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Apparel—Trending Now

Infinity Women’s Scarf with multiple ways to wear and tie. One of Oprah's favorites. Wrap it twice or three times around your neck, crossing over at the bottom as you loop. You can even pull it up over your head and wear it as a “scarf/hoodie.” Wear it as a shawl, draped over your shoulders and crossing over in the front. Wear it as a vest or hang it low off your back for a very Hollywood look.


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Apparel—Fully Customizable Jacket

Fully customizable softshell jacket made out of waterproof micro fleece. Minimum as low as 48 pieces. Able to customize the rubber zipper, woven neck label, neck tape, deboss or rubber patch.


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Apparel—High-end Corporate

Men’s quarter-zip fine gauge sweater. Finally a quarter zip sweater that is lightweight and comfortable in all climates. Soft cotton blend with impeccable styling. Perfect for the office or out on the town.


Women’s twisted knot sweater. Delicate describes this twisted knot jewel neckline sweater. Flattering and slimming, this lightweight sweater is comfortable year around.


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Apparel—Made-in-the-USA Custom Pajama Pants Made in USA, 100% Cotton CUSTOM Lounge Bottoms. This is a 2 panel brushed flannel pant. Options to add drawstring and exposed band.


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Great Design—Driinn-brand Accessories

Key clip is a hook for a key ring, designed to be attached to a bag, purse, briefcase, backpack, or piece of luggage. Keys are always handy and you will always know where they are in your bag. Available in Red, Black and White.


Phone holder is a handy, easy-to-use product for all mobile phones. It provides a cable reel and a resting spot for a mobile phone. Available in Red, Black and White.


Cord wrap is a simple tool to avoid tangled cables. It works for ear buds, USB and phone charger cables. The printing area is permanently visible, even when the cable is wrapped up. Available in Red, Black and White.


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Great Design—Food Container

12 oz. Vega double wall 18/8 stainless steel vacuum-insulated thermal. Featuring threaded 2-part lid with folding spoon. Hand wash recommended. Do not microwave. 6.5” height x 3.5” width. Available in Matte Black or Silver.


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Great Design—Rustico-brand Products

Cache 9.25”x 6.5” Mini Tablet Sleeve is lined with felt. Front pocket for cards and snap closure. Securely carry your small tablet and do it with style. Fits iPad Mini, Nook, Kindle, Nexus and others. Screen protecting Merino wool cover. Genuine top-grain leather back with security strap and business card pocket. Available in Black, Saddle and Dark Brown.


This leather iPhone 5 skin is designed to accent your most valuable accessory by adding the look, feel and smell of leather. The variety of naturally textured iPhone skins can be another way for you to express yourself in a unique way. Available in Black, Buckskin, Burgundy, Saddle and Dark Brown.


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Great Design—Eco-friendly, Fashionable, Affordable Lunch Bags 6”x 12”x 4” eco-friendly snack cooler bag. Made from 100% neoprene material. Features double Velcro closure.


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Great Design—Slinky Adhesive Notepad

Slinky® Adhesive Notes. Works like a sticky note, fun like a Slinky! Features alternating glue and reminds everyone of their favorite childhood toy. Each shaped note has repositionable adhesive on one side. Slinky Notes are printed in four-color process on the front. Red, Blue, Yellow, Black and White are available for backside imprint of each sheet. Comes in different shapes.


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Great Design—Alchemy Goods Items

The Brooklyn Backpack is constructed from recycled bicycle inner tubes. Featuring a padded laptop sleeve compartment, a number of internal organization dividers and a pair of easy access outside pockets. Stylish, durable, recycled and highly water resistant.


Havesack Satchel—This water resistant, durable satchel constructed of 73% upcycled inner tubes. Featuring full front flap for extra security with Velcro closure; adjustable shoulder strap made from automobile seatbelts; zippered exterior pocket under the flap with valve stem zipper pull; one interior pocket; pen slots and internal key clip. The perfect day trip companion!


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Great Design—Stormtech Waterproof Bags

Waterproof Laptop Carrier. Welded seams ensure maximum waterproofing. Heavy-duty reinforced PVC fabric with roll-top. Featuring padded adjustable shoulder straps, large waterproof zipper pocket, laptop compartment, and large inside zip mesh pocket. Available in Red, Orange, Yellow, Blue, Purple and Black.


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Great Design—Upcycle Products

Looking for a unique backpack that’s compact but roomy enough to fit everything you need to access? The Islander Backpack is made from surplus vinyl and nylon. It’s a durable 18 oz. truck tarp vinyl or 1000 denier nylon that is very durable and made in the USA. The material makes this one of the only water-repellent backpacks on the market today. It’s hip, slim and sleek but also has room for any size tablet or up to a 13” laptop. The buckle closure is expandable allowing you to secure larger items. Available in Red, Royal, Orange, Green, Light Blue, Black, Gray, Camo, Sparkle Gray and Sparkle Green.


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Great Design—EOS-Brand Lip Balm

Smooth on an all-natural lip balm that delivers the perfect balance of flavor and moisture. EOS lip balm is 95% organic, 100% natural, paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil. EOS keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth. Made in the USA. Product Flavors: Strawberry Sorbet, Summer Fruit, Sweet Mint, Honeysuckle Honeydew, Medicated Tangerine, Lemon Drop.


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Great Design—Silicone Phone Stand

Suction cup base for extreme stability. Rubber construction for ultimate durability. Compact and portable. Sound boosting forward design. Available in Orange, Black, Green, Blue and Pink.


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Great Design—Graphique De France iPad Cases Luxurious feel, superior quality and on trend colors are hallmarks of this brand’s new leather-like collection. The Cover for iPad is perfect for accessorizing a business suit or dressing up for class. Your tablet just got a promotion! Protective cover, folds into 3 positions, ideal for typing and easy viewing. Openings for all ports and controls, including camera. Smart system automatically wakes and sleeps your device. Soft lining protects screen against scratching. Available in Black, Gold, Silver, Red, Green, Orange, Pink and Blue.


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Great Design—Graphique De France iPad Cases Fashion meets function with a dash of sass. The Cover for iPhone delivers cushioned protection in style. Flip it open for complete edge to edge use of your touch screen—when finished, the magnetic closure clicks into place with ease. The free-standing Facetime mode helps out at your desk or assists while you cook. Slim design, Facetime and movie mode positions; cushioned protective cover; magnetic closure; opening for camera; edge to edge use of touch screen; soft lining protects screen against scratching. Available in Black, Gold, Silver, Red, Green, Orange, Pink and Blue.


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Great Design—Mag-Lite® Solitaire® LED Keychain Flashlight A keychain-size flashlight with big-light power! The Mag-Lite® Solitaire® LED flashlight you get something you just wouldn‘t expect to see coming out of a flashlight so small: A blast of power that can light up an object at the far end of the parking lot. A keychain-size flashlight with big-light power. Includes gift box, 1 AAA premium alkaline battery and keylead. Barrel diameter ½,“ Head Diameter ½.” Available in Red, Pink, Black, Silver and Blue.


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Great Design—TEE SHAKER: An Intuitively-Designed Golf Accessory Tee shaker. Attach it to your golf bag, this practical device offers you a tee whenever you need one. It's easy—pull a tee from the bottom before you tee off and pop it back in the top after use. Decorated with a full-color, digitally-printed wrap.


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Great Design—Longchamp-style Nylon/Leather Tote Bag The Metro Tote is 24” wide, 14” high and 8.5” deep. Iconic styling, this nylon tote is large and roomy for all of your personal belongings. Use as an overnight bag or for a day out in the city. Featuring heavy nylon exterior with zipper top closure, hanging interior pocket with storage area for cell and keys. Split leather, shoulder length handles folds down for easy storage when not in use. Available in Blue, Lime, Orange and Black.


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Fresh Ideas—Sailcloth Duffel, Made by SailorBAGS Large Sailcloth Duffel is a durable white sailcloth bag that helps you carry a “boatload” of gear with blue or red straps and trim. Sailcloth fabric, washable and stain resistant. It has an adjustable shoulder strap and waterproof lining.


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Fresh Ideas—Fashionable Foldable Tote

This Fashionable Foldable Tote is machine washable and water-resistant. Unfolds to many times the portable size. Bag closed: 8”x 9”x 1” and bag open: 16”x 20”x 7.” Featuring front/back zipper pocket and reinforced bottom when open.


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Fresh Ideas—Hydration Bags

Urban Peak™ 2L hydration pack. The lightweight polyester and ripstop pack keeps your thirst in check on long excursions in both urban and rural settings featuring a 2L reservoir. The additional front zippered pocket is ideal to hold snacks to keep you going all day long, while the front extendable bungee cord can hold all your accessories.


Urban Peak™ hybrid hydropack. If you plan on hiking the city streets or going on your next camping trip this deluxe hydration pack is the perfect companion. Features a zippered main compartment, front extendable bungee cord to hold extra attachments and side compression straps to keep everything in place.


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Fresh Ideas—Kids Items

Taggie Blanket is an award-winning, internationally-acclaimed security blanket. Top quality boa, uniquely sized for tiny hands. Bright, playful print with solid color reverse. Perfect for home and “on-the-go.” Soothes and provides sensory stimulation. 20 textured, looped ribbons to explore. Custom embroidered with organization’s name on either blanket side. Unique keepsake permanently reflects client's role in child's life.


This pack offers Wikki Stix in various colors! Includes fun insert sheet of ideas, instructions & chuckles. Ideal creative activity for ages 3-103! Great party prize, gift basket item, all purpose fun.


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Fresh Ideas—Custom Metal Items, Union-Made in the USA by Wendell August Artisan-quality products, hand-forged in the USA. Each designed to help you build strong relationships with the people you value most, from employees and customers to suppliers, associates and community leaders. Better relationships help boost productivity, increase sales, and enhance reputation.

9”x 12” Aluminum tray—


3”x 6” Commemorative Ticket—


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Fresh Ideas—Innovative Laser-Engraving Options on Ceramic Mugs 14 oz. cozy ceramic mug with two tone finish and a comfortable C handle. Choose between colorprint or the new cutting edge laser decorating. Available in Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Red and White.


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Fresh Ideas—Desktop Toy

Jeliku is a completely different desktop accessory, toy, and conversation piece that can be used to cradle a phone, hold business cards, sticky notes, writing instruments, and so much more. Made of multi-colored, hinged squares. These are packed in individual cellophane sleeves with a design suggestion sheet.


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Fresh Ideas—For Your Notes… Oversize Custom Post-it Notepads Create BIG Ideas with BIG Pads. Custom printed 20 sheet note BIG Pad with adhesive on the edge. Great for collaboration and idea sharing. Choose from 3 different sizes of 8”x 8,” 11.75”x 11.75” or 15.75”x 15.75.”

Available in Orange, Pink, Blue and Green.


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Fresh Ideas—For Your Notes… Repositionable Dry Erase & Chalkboard Decals Ultra repositional adhesive wall decals are great for smooth painted walls and indoor surfaces around the home or office. The no-residue adhesive allows re-positioning within 1 year. The dry-erase surface works best with low odor dry erase markers (not included).


Ultra repositional adhesive wall decals are great for smooth painted walls and indoor surfaces around the home or office. The no-residue adhesive allows re-positioning within 1 year.


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Fresh Ideas—The Larry Light

The newest addition to the Larry™ family is the Larry2. Larry2 has a few more LEDs “under the belt,” which boosts lumen output to 160! The Larry2 also features a red laser pointer that emits from the top of the light. Being the essential handyman light, the Larry2 still has some of the features that made the original Larry so great: the 180 degree rotating magnetic clip, reinforced plastic body design and ergonomic grip. Available in Black, Gray, Green and Orange.


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Fresh Ideas—Custom Hairbands

Elastic Head Bands. Available in a variety of colors and patterns!!


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Fresh Ideas—Crocs-Style Waterproof Visor

Waterproof visors—stylish, fun, and they float. The material is anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. Clean with water and soap. Adjustable strap fits all sizes. Blocks harmful UV rays. Available in Blue, Orange, Pink, Black, White, Yellow, Green, Purple and Red.


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Fresh Ideas—Flip Flop Mint Tins

Flip-flop-shaped mint tin. Opens on a hinge. 3 dimensional with raised, plastic straps. Filled with sugar-free peppermints. Mints are made in the USA.


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Customizability—Full-Color Magnetic LED Flashlights & Memo Clips Heavy duty clip is far stronger than other clips! Capable of holding up to 200 catalog pages or 1 lb. of weight. Plastic clip provides better grip. Features include super magnetic back and full-color, digitally printed inlay.


The Thomas is a flat flashlight in a rigid ABS plastic body, features 2 LED bulbs, 2 replaceable lithium batteries, momentary press on/release off switch, magnetic back and retaining ring. Patent pending.


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Customizability—New Bracelet Options

Military paracord survival bracelet is hand woven from military spec, 300-lb. paracord. Each bracelet offers strong side-release buckles and fits wrists up to 7” to 9” in circumference. The bracelet can be unwound in survival situations to produce more than 9 feet of usable survival cord. It could be used for shelter building and many other tasks. Available in all colors.


Silicone links wristbands and watches. Fun for kids of all ages. Assorted colors.

Starting at $1.70 each for wristbands and $7.00 each for watches

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Customizability—Full-color Printed Items

Hard plastic coaster with grippy rubber trim has a large imprint area perfect for showcasing full-color logos. Available in Black, Red, Blue and Green.


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Customizability—Full-color Printed Items

Ear buds with full-color printed case. Compact design makes for easy travel. Vibrant full color imprint. Fits standard 1/8” headphone jacks.


Full-color printed 4.75” x 2.5” x .25” genuine leather luggage tag. Available in Black or Brown.


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Customizability—Full-color & Laser Cut Items

Full-color case to protect your iPhone 5. Full-color digital graphic adhered to hard plastic or soft rubber case. Acrylic piece is produced, printed and assembled in the USA. Case component is imported.


USA made, truly customizable wooden eco-friendly key tags, magnets or coasters. These unique items feature a digital print of your graphic over ¼” thick wood with a black vinyl backing. Easily laser cut into any shape, these ideal giveaways are sure to reflect the attitude of your business.


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Customizability—Laser Cut Items

USA-made acrylic key tags, magnets and coasters are a fun and functional way to build brand awareness with new and loyal clients. Why not make one in your very own design? These products feature ¼” thick acrylic and can be cut into almost any shape. They make an excellent advertising solution for all events! Each one is printed with a full-color digital process.


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Customizability—Mix-n-Match Tumbler

16 oz Mix-n-Match Tumbler. Find the perfect color combination for any company or event. Choose any combination of lid, liner and outer colors! Thumb slide lid, plastic inner liner and stylish outer, each comes in 10 different colors. Double wall insulation to keep beverages refreshingly hot or cold. Over 1,000 possible color combinations. Made in the USA.


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Customizability—Custom-colored Carbon Fiber Pens There is little out there in the world of writing instruments more elegant and luxurious than a carbon fiber pen. Carbon fiber pens make it possible for your business to stand out from the crowd and break through the clutter of cheap branded promotional items with unique and sophisticated pens.


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Customizability—Full-color Umbrella

Fully custom golf umbrella with fiberglass shaft and ribs, deluxe rubber handle and custom handle medallion. Classic custom design. With this umbrella, you can choose from many available styles and colors or you can customize your umbrella for a statement that is uniquely yours. You can customize everything from the fabric color to the medallion to the inside and outside of the umbrella with logos, maps, photographs, graphics... The sky’s the limit!


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Customizability—Amazing Medallions

These castings feature terrific design work in dimensional relief on the front, with etched copy included on the reverse. These medallions can serve as paperweights or as award pieces when given with a stand. Stands angle the medallions so backside copy is visible. They are a gorgeous addition to any desktop. Made in the USA.


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Customizability—Custom Poly Resin Banks

Customize your own resin banks. Minimum quantity is 600 pieces.


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Customizability—Full-color Tissue Paper

Supercharge your next giveaway, no matter the quantity, with digitally-printed tissue paper! Now you can have full-color images on tissue paper. Beautiful images, as few as 100 sheets!


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