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Trend Setting Earth Friendly Clock!

This powerful time piece gadget certainly creates a buzz. Eco-friendly clocks, similar to the trendy Water Power Alarm Clock, were given to nominees like Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet on the red carpet of the Golden Globes. Leo loved it and said he’d surely use it. Kate thought it was absolutely amazing.

It’s a rotating calendar clock. Rotate it to change it’s advanced functions from clock to timer, date and temperature. An absolute travel item that’s great for everyday use. Just fill it with plain old H2O and you’re good to go; it never needs batteries.

Green promotional products are growing trends … Continue Reading

Ice Scrapers… Gotta have them!

The Northeast is getting hit with their first big snow storm today. A perfect opportunity to think about ice scrapers for your next advertising promotion. They’re essential tools to survive the winter. Most people won’t think twice about grabbing a free ice scraper even if it’s not winter. No one wants to get caught in an icy situation without one. Promotional ice scrapers make great ad specialties items. They are inexpensive and practical.

Featured in today’s blog is the stronger than ever Heavy Duty Ice Scraper. It is on sale for as low as $.95, but only until December 31, 2008. … Continue Reading

The Answer to your Promotional Puzzle!

New to the Fun Pens category: the Puzzle Pen!

Any promotional item that involves some kind of puzzle is metaphoric to business solutions, connections, networks, achievement, merger or affiliation. Social interactions like these are imperative to all businesses to achieve success and promotion.

A different message can be printed on each piece. Use slogans such as “Solving life’s puzzles”, “Making connections”, “Bringing the pieces together”, or “No problem left unsolved”. Each part interlocks creating several different formations. Intriguing for hours, it’s hard to put the puzzle pen down. It’s a great trade show item or fun brainteaser giveaway.

Recession Release with Stress Balls

Stress levels are high these days for many reasons. In order to make it through hard times it is important to have a clear mind. Promotional Stress Balls along with the following 5 useful tips can help relieve the pressure.

Grasp a financial stress relief ball and be reminded to save some cash. Make sure to have a reserve cash account for emergencies only. When business is slow, expect the unexpected. Having extra money on the side provides a cushion for that “just in case” situation.
Create a plan with your accountant so that you can keep up with your obligations. Then … Continue Reading

Barack Obama Calendar

“At this moment of great challenge and great change, renewing the promise of America begins with renewing the idea that in America, we rise or fall as one nation and one people,” – President-elect, Barack Obama.

Mark your African-American Heritage Barack Obama Calendar. Inauguration day is January 20th, a federal holiday in D.C. and possibly day off for school kids in Baltimore. Its historic significance has peaked the interest of many Americans. Tickets to the event, that are supposed to be free, are selling online for thousands.

This 2009 promotional calendar represents the importance of African-American History as we swear in the … Continue Reading

Consumer Confidence Report

Especially with struggling economy and low consumer confidence it is important find effective marketing solutions. Promotional products are proven to increase sales and consumer confidence. Corporate gift-giving is the best way to personally connect with your customers. Advertising products are items of remembrance and consumers are more inclined to by from companies they receive promos from.

Click on garrettspecialties.com for over 5,000 useful and unique promotional products at the lowest possible price.

The following is a consumer confidence report released by the Advertising Specialty Institute on 12/5/2008.

Following an all-time low in October, consumer confidence rose slightly in … Continue Reading

It’s not too late! Rush Service Available.

Don’t worry… there is still time for last minute holiday business gifts.

Garrett Specialties has a huge selection of Rush Items that ship within 1-5 business days. Plenty of promotional products are available for 24 | 48 | 72 hour Turnaround, so there is no need to panic! Order blank promotional products or personalized corporate merchandise.

Here are some ideas that are available for rush service: The Quad Access Tote. One day rush available. It has a zipper closure, adjustable shoulder straps, 4 spacious side pockets and a large gusseted bottom. A great accessory for grocery shopping, library books, and everyday work … Continue Reading

New Business Gifts: Leather is Better!

We have some NEW irresistible Leather Items! Just in time for the holidays! They’re great for appreciation gifts, purchase incentives, corporate identity merchandise, or executive gifts.

These quality leather desktop and travel items are attractive and smooth to the touch. Quality promos make a lasting impression. Here are a few top picks!

Tag along with the Leather Luggage I.D. Tag. Slide your business card into it to really get your message across. Give them out to visitors you make a connection with at tradeshows or sales meetings. Include it in a mailer as an exceptional way to say thank you. They can … Continue Reading

Advertising Items that Generate Web Traffic

Generating web traffic is a challenge for any business. In addition to SEO, advertising items are useful tools to attract visitors.

Imprinting a logo and web address on a custom promotional product will drive business to websites because they are memorable unique advertising tools.

Here are some computer related products and desktop accessories that are great promotional business gifts.

The USB Mouse Pad has 4 usb ports to connect cameras, mp3 players and various electronic items without the hassle of reaching to the back of the computer. It nicely displays your imprint and is stylishly illuminated with blue LED trim. It’s … Continue Reading