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Best Custom Holiday Gifts for 2024
Our 2024 holiday gift guide is full of personalized, holiday-themed gift options.
Read NowTop Retail Trade Shows for Your Business in 2025 and Beyond
We’ll give you the skinny on when they’re happening, where they’ll be, and how to register.
Fashion Trade Shows to Exhibit at in 2025 and Beyond
Put your brand in the spotlight, in front of top buyers and industry professionals.
Corporate Office Desk Drop Ideas
Show employees that their hard work is recognized with these gift ideas.
Design Your Own Custom Shoe Charms
In this article we share fun ideas & examples of personalized clog decorations to help you make your mark.
Best Holiday Gifts Ideas for Clients by Budget
Use this 2024 holiday gift guide to help you choose the right customer appreciation gifts at a price point that is just right for your organization.
Give Thanks with Thanksgiving Gifts for Employees & Clients
Kick off the gift giving season with thanksgiving gifts to show your gratitude and appreciation for your employees and clients.
Warm Up Your Brand with Comfy Cozy Gifts & Winter Swag Items
Keep your employees, clients and prospects feeling good and thinking of you this snowy season with cozy gifts, cold weather swag and winter promotional giveaways.
Best Holiday Gifts Ideas for Employees by Budget
From our selection of inexpensive, yet thoughtful gifts, to items in line with bigger budgets, Crestline has something for every employee on your list.
41 Fun Holiday Teacher Appreciation Ideas
We’ve created a list of teacher favorites that they’ll love.
The Best 2024 Corporate Holiday Party Planning Checklist
With our checklist, you'll have everything you need at your fingertips to create a memorable and seamless holiday celebration for your team.
34 Bulk Christmas Gifts for Nurses, Healthcare & Hospital Staff
Spread holiday cheer and thank your healthcare staff with small appreciation gifts! Personalize our Christmas gift ideas for nurses with a name or logo.
The Do’s & Don’ts of College Freshman Orientation
See what new students think about freshman orientation to plan an event with a positive 1st impression.
25 Spirit Wear Ideas for Elementary Schools
Bring students, teachers, and families together with customized elementary school spirit wear.
Back to School Gifts for Students
24 ideas to have an A+ first day with custom printed back to school gifts for Students.
Custom High School Spirit Wear
Disover 31 custom spirit wear ideas to unite your high school students.
Types of Promotional Products
Learn all about different types of promotional products and their purposes.
Political Campaign Giveaway Ideas: Why Promotional Items Are Key to Winning Votes
Promotional products and elections have a long history and since they are still being used in elections today, you can tell they are powerful.
Custom Graduation Gifts, Swag, Favors, Souvenirs & Supplies: 2024
Make your seniors feel special with unique ideas for personalized promotional graduation gifts, customized souvenirs, school logo swag, and personalized ceremony supplies.
Prizes for Students
Inspire academic achievement with school logo printed prizes and incentive gifts for students.
Medical Assistant Week Gifts: 25 Appreciation & Recognition Ideas
Show appreciation for the pros that make it work during Medical Assistant Recognition Week and Medical Assistant Day with our best gift ideas.
The Best 2025 Conference Planning Checklist
Download our checklist for organizing conferences to stay on track, avoid common pitfalls, and guarantee a successful, memorable conference experience.
What is MagSafe Charging & How Does it Work? What is Compatible?
Learn what MagSafe charging technology is, how it works, how fast it is & what custom phone accessories are compatible with it.
The 16 Best CNA Week Gifts for 2024
Say thank you to these key staff members with our best CNA Week gifts.
Top 9 Hospital Promotion Ideas for National Hospital Week
Prepare with these top hospital promotion ideas.
8 EMT Gift Ideas for Emergency Medical Services Week
As the unsung heroes of our communities, EMTs deserve recognition and praise for all that they do.
Best New Company Swag Ideas for 2025
77 trending branded gift ideas to help you create a strong connection and lasting relationships.
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week Gifts
Recognize truck drivers' work with thoughtful & practical Truck Driver Appreciation Week gifts this September
Housekeeping Appreciation Week Gifts: 19 Ideas to Thank Your Staff
19 thoughtful gift ideas to show appreciation to housekeeping staff.
Bus Driver Appreciation Day & Week Gifts
15 awesome ideas to show your appreciation during school bus drivers' day.
16 911 Dispatcher Appreciation Week Gifts for Public Safety Pros
Be sure to thank all those who answer calls with gifts this April during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
The Best 10x10 Trade Show Booth Ideas
We can show you how to get the most out of your limited space without breaking the bank.
Elevate Your Brand with the Latest Trend in Corporate Apparel – Quiet Luxury
Let your logo whisper a message of timeless class, quality, and responsibility with branded apparel and accessories that fit the Stealth Wealth / Quiet Luxury trend.
10 Gift Ideas for Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day 2024
Our top 10 gift ideas will suit every budget.
Show Your Appreciation During CRNA Week 2025
Appreciate the hard-working nurse anesthetists on your healthcare team with thoughtful CRNA Week gifts.
Inexpensive Gifts for Nurses
Even with a low budget, you can purchase good but inexpensive gifts for nursing staff.
Hospital Week Ideas, Activities & Employee Gifts
Get inspired with fresh Hospital Week ideas to show your appreciation.
Best Company Swag for Employees – Gift Baskets, Boxes & Bags
Build company culture with company swag bags that are perfect for welcoming new staff members, showing appreciation and awarding talent you want to keep around!
Trade Show Banner, Backdrop, and Table Ideas for 2025 and Beyond
Prepare for your next event with expert insight from Crestline.
Unique Administrative Professionals Day Gifts
Choose affordable or luxury custom giveaways to express your thanks.
Great Gift Ideas for School Board Appreciation Month 2025
Celebrate School Board Appreciation Month with heartfelt gifts of appreciation branded with your school logo or mascot.
Top U.S. Consumer Electronics and Technology Trade Shows in 2025
Wherever you are in the world of consumer electronics and technology, get ready to rub elbows with other key players.
The Verdict on Packed School Lunches: Parents vs Kids
we set out to find which lunch items are best left in the pantry and which are sure to have your kid smiling as they open up their lunchbox each day.
Personalized Business New Year’s Cards & Client Corporate Gifts
Grow your business relationships each year with customized company New Year’s greeting cards, thoughtful branded corporate gifts, and lavish client gift baskets.
Inexpensive Corporate Gift Ideas for Employees, Clients & Customers by Budget
The right gift can help to build your teams up and impress clients.
Great Gifts for Board Members
Find the perfect appreciation gifts for board members from inexpensive to luxury.
Corporate Gifts That Give Back – 9 Caring Cause Marketing Ideas
Bring deeper meaning to cause marketing campaigns and staff appreciation with gifts that help the planet, fund charitable causes, and show corporate responsibility.
How to Promote Blood Donation with Incentive Gifts
Provide blood donor incentives and increase awareness with posters, goodie bag swag and thank you gifts that include catchy blood drive slogans and quotes!
9 Awareness-Raising Ideas for American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month. If you are looking for a way for your organization to make a difference, consider an event with a heart-healthy spin on it.
Love Your Business with Custom Valentine's Day Gifts for Employees & Clients
Show the appreciation your business has for employees, customers and clients with personalized Valentine Day corporate gifts guaranteed to make them feel the love!
Courant Branded Wireless Chargers
Elevate your gift-giving with brand-name, high-quality Courant wireless chargers.
Customized Hydro Flask Water Bottles and Tumblers
Get quality, eco-friendly branded gifts with Hydro Flask.
7 Best Promotional Items for your Nonprofit or Charity
Unleash your nonprofit's potential with our promo guide.
12 Promotional Conference Gift Ideas
Represent your business with essential conference gifts and freebies.
Elevate Their Outdoor Game with Cuisinart
Pair your brand with high-quality BBQ tools from Cuisinart.
Branded Coffee Merchandise Ideas
Creative and eye-catching branded coffee merchandise can help you brew up buzz.
Employee Farewell Gifts
Say thank you with a going away party and personalized employee farewell gifts.
7 Ways to Create a Happy Workplace
To create a happy office environment, focus on initiatives to boost employee morale, inclusion, and wellness.
10 Best Back-to-School Giveaway Ideas
Crestline’s back-to-school giveaway and activity ideas are best in class!
The Fanbases with the Best Tailgaters
As fans across the country prepare their tailgating schedule, we set out to find the teams with the most hardcore tailgaters.
The Best Gift & Giveaway Ideas for Oktoberfest 2024
Give customers and employees a reason to raise a glass with Oktoberfest giveaways and gifts.
Giveaway Ideas to Raise Awareness for Fire Prevention Week 2024
Keep members of your community safe with Fire Prevention Week giveaways that help raise awareness among people of all ages, including students and employees.
22 Gift Ideas for Surgical Tech Week
Celebrate these important healthcare workers with these custom gifts.
Cut Through the Noise with Can’t Miss Swag
Get your swag shopping done in a snap with the best promotional items.
Perfect PA Week Gifts
Celebrate Physician Assistance this fall with gifts that will have them feeling appreciated.
The Best Football Swag & Custom Gear for Your Team
Get ready for a winning year with team logo apparel, custom football gear, fun fan giveaways & personalized football gifts for everyone from players to coaches.
Back to School Teacher Gifts to Welcome Your Staff this Fall
Welcome your staff back to educating this fall with practical and just plain fun back-to-school teacher gifts that show your school logo and your appreciation.
9 Personalized Travel Gift Ideas for Your On-the-Road Employees
Personalized travel gifts are a great way to support your business’s traveling employees.
Smart College Spirit Wear Ideas
Boost school spirit with collegiate apparel and wearable university swag.
The 7 Best Brewery Marketing & Promotion Ideas
You’ll want to tap into these creative ways to appeal to beer lovers.
30 Best College Acceptance Packages & Student Welcome Gifts
Go from admission to enrollment with cool college acceptance gifts.
Energy Trade Shows for Your Company in 2025 and Beyond
Keep reading, and we’ll let you in on everything you need to know to exhibit at an energy trade show.
The Best Golf Swag Bags & Tournament Goodie Bags
Swag bag ideas for golf events that leave a lasting impression of your brand.
Keep Your Brand Cool with Custom Igloo Coolers
Choose classic styles, eco-friendly options, or high-tech versions with extra cooling power.
Family Reunion T-Shirt Ideas for 2024: Designs, Quotes & Sayings
Need custom printed t-shirts for your family reunion? Get inspired with cool design ideas, logos, sayings & slogans. Add your family name to start making memories!
The Creepiest Custom Trick or Treat Bags for Halloween 2024
If your organization is looking for branding opportunities, Halloween is a great opportunity, because the spookiest day of the year is also perfect for gaining exposure and engaging with the community.
Custom Wholesale Gift Shop Items, Souvenirs & Merchandise Ideas
Shop our top-selling gift shop items for zoos, casinos, hotels, resorts, cruises, wineries, museums, parks & more!
The Top 9 Things You Didn't Know You Could Personalize
Here are the top 9 things you didn’t know you could personalize.
20 Pride Sayings & Slogans
Here are some fun and caring Pride Month slogans to make everyone feel like they're part of the team.
10 Inexpensive or Free Gift Ideas for Small Businesses
Show appreciation for your loyal customers & employees, even while on a budget.
Restaurant Trade Shows that Your Company Should Attend in 2025
One of the best ways to network and spread the word about the latest products and culinary equipment is to exhibit at a restaurant trade show.
Medical Laboratory Professionals Week Gifts, Activities & Ideas
Honor the contributions lab employees make by celebrating and appreciating them with Medical Laboratory Professionals Week gifts.
States Most Obsessed with Deals and Couponing
We compiled our survey results to see which states are most obsessed with deals and couponing.
11 Fun Retirement Party Ideas for Work
Show your appreciation for years of service and wish your retirees well with some great retirement party ideas for work.
13 Sunny Promotional Gift Ideas for Spring & Summer
Celebrate the season with promotional gifts to help your employees and customers enjoy the sun.
Inexpensive Teacher Appreciation Week Gifts & Celebration Ideas
Say “thank you” with our fun ideas for budget celebrations and inexpensive gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week.
Celebrate Moms with Mother’s Day Corporate Gifts & Giveaway Ideas
Shop Mother's Day promotional gifts and custom party favors for employees, customers, and church members to celebrate Moms on their day. Save with bulk discounts!
Easter Ideas for Work: Employee Appreciation Gifts & Office Games
Help your spirit team celebrate Easter at work with fun ideas for engaging activities, corporate giveaways, office games, prizes & employee gifts for your staff.
8 Ways to Boost Employee Wellbeing
Investing in employee wellbeing can lead to increased productivity and employee retention.
Awesome Customized Cast and Crew Gifts for Your Wrap Party
Give your production team thoughtful cast and crew gifts to commemorate your time together.
28 Great Gifts for Guest Speakers & Conference Presenters
Get inspired by our thoughtful guest speaker gift ideas. Give them a unique and useful thank you to fondly remember their presentation.
Free Employee Appreciation Ideas & Printables
Show gratitude to your staff with these fun no cost employee appreciation ideas.
41 Small Gift Ideas for Employees – Staff Appreciation on a Budget
These small gift ideas for employees have big morale & engagement impact. Say thank you with little staff appreciation gifts that stretch your budget year-round.
Best Corporate Room Drop Ideas – Welcome Gifts for Events
Start things off on the right foot with welcoming room drop ideas.
Best Personalized Drinkware with Straws
Personalized drinkware with straws deliver the perfect combination for eco- and health-conscious individuals.
Mardi Gras Favors, Gift Bags & Swag for Your Event
Crank up your carnival event or promotion with custom Mardi Gras parade throws & giveaways.
Inexpensive Trade Show Booth Ideas for Small Budgets
Check out our fresh strategies and ideas for growing your business without breaking the bank.
8 Awesome Ideas for Employee Appreciation Gifts & Events
Employees are the most important asset of any organization, and showing the appropriate recognition and appreciation is essential.
Fun & Unique Employee Appreciation Ideas for Remote Employees
Drive engagement, retain top talent and honor the hard work of your remote staff.
Cool, Classy & Unique Retirement Gift Ideas for Employees
Celebrate your employee’s contributions and achievements with the most unique, classy & cool corporate retirement gift ideas from clocks to awards to travel gear.
Promotional Products & Gifts in Pantone Color of the Year 2023 - Viva Magenta
Encourage creativity and expression by incorporating the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year Viva Magenta into your next giveaway or campaign.
Top 10 Veterinary Practice Marketing Ideas
Build trust in your community for your veterinary practice with custom veterinary promotional products.
Fresh Employee Appreciation Day Event Ideas & Activities for 2024
Looking for Employee Appreciation Day ideas for this March? Refresh and engage staff with our event planning tips for food, fun, games, gifts and activities.
Awesome Gift Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week, According to Teachers
We all know that the work of teachers is unfathomably important, but also infinitely challenging. It’s undeniable that they all deserve a little extra appreciation.
The Top St Patrick’s Day Giveaways & Gifts
Prepare to celebrate with St Patrick’s Day custom shirts, pens and more. Our St Patrick’s Day merch is your lucky charm to impress employees, customers and clients.
Earth Day Gifts & Giveaways to Celebrate Environmental Responsibility in 2025
Raise awareness with Earth Day giveaways that are reusable, recyclable or energy-efficient to make your company a leader in the movement for a sustainable future!
Travel Agent Gifts for Clients
Make trips special from planning to memories with clever travel agent gifts.
19 Morale Multiplying Motivational Gifts for Employees
Your business couldn’t function without dedicated team members. Show them that you appreciate them and offer motivation through our custom encouragement gifts for employees.
Fun & Unique Employee Recognition Gifts
Show employees how much you value their contributions and dedication with popular gifts.
Cinco de Mayo Ideas for Businesses
Prepare to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these ideas for work, restaurants, bars, and more.
The Best Grand Opening Ideas
Prepare to celebrate a new beginning by welcoming your community with these ideas.
The Best Team Building Gifts for Employees
19 fun team building gift ideas to show appreciation and boost morale.
The Most (and Least) Popular Holiday Foods in the U.S.
To determine the most and least popular holiday foods across the country, we surveyed over 2,100 Americans.
19 Autism Awareness Quotes, Acceptance Sayings & T-Shirt Designs
Get ready for World Autism Month and inspire acceptance with 19 Autism Awareness Month quotes printed on t-shirts and unique swag.
Encouraging Autism Awareness Month Activities for Schools & Businesses
Create a more inclusive environment at school and in the workplace with Autism Awareness Month ideas that celebrate the complexity of people on the spectrum.
Custom Moleskine® Notebooks & Journals
Discover what Moleskine has to offer and what makes branded Moleskine notebooks the perfect corporate gift.
The 21 Best Sales Team Gift Ideas to Motivate & Engage
Incentivize your sales team by recognizing their accomplishments and hard work throughout the year with motivational and inspiring gifts for sales reps.
How You Can Benefit from Setting Up an Online Company Swag Store
With a host of advantages, you’re going to want to find out why you should start your custom online store.
How to Beat Inflation with Bulk Promotional Items
Wondering how to deal with inflation in business? Learn bulk buying strategies for personalized employee gifts, custom event supplies & wholesale branded products.
New Year’s Gifts for Employees - Thank & Celebrate Your Staff
This New Year’s, thank staff with corporate gifts that sparkle, celebrate with custom NYE party favors, and jump start employee resolutions with wellness gifts.
Definitions: What Is a Trade Show, a Convention, or Conference?
Learn the differences between trade shows, conventions, conferences, expos, summits, and seminars. Find out how to define goals and succeed at each type of event.
Family Reunion Ideas & Activities for a Party to Remember
With the right planning and inspiration, you can throw a family reunion that will be the talk-of-the-family for years to come.
The Best Bullying Prevention Month Giveaways & Awareness Items
Learn about the top anti bullying apparel and anti-bullying merchandise, and how you can use these items to boost awareness and spread kindness during Stop Bullying Month.
Custom Corkcicle® Drinkware with Logo – Cool, Compassionate Gifts
Feature your logo front and center on brand name Corkcickle drinkware items for your next corporate gifting project. Plus, learn how your purchase helps bring clean water to those in need.
Awesome Christmas Goodie Bag Ideas for Students
Delight children and young adults from daycare through college during the holidays with Christmas goodie bags.
Creative Business Christmas Cards that Push the Holiday Envelope
Personalized business Christmas cards are a great way to express your appreciation. Level up your greetings with unique card choices and tuck in gifts.
Fun Goodie Bag Ideas & Custom Christmas Party Favors for Adults
For kids, Christmas is full of wonder. For grown-ups, the holidays can be a bit stressful. So fun up your fest with creative Christmas party favors for adults!
8 Fun In-Person Office Holiday Party Ideas for Christmas 2024
In-person Holiday parties are back! Celebrate your staff at year end with unexpected Christmas office party ideas, games, events, contests, treats and party favors.
12 Days of Christmas Ideas for Work
These entertaining gifts and activity ideas are the perfect staff morale booster this season!
Office Christmas Party Favor Ideas for Employees
Level up your company holiday party with fun and festive corporate party favors.
Swag Bags by Price: From Cheap Goodie Bags to Luxury Swag Bag Ideas
Don't let a tight budget stand in your way. Check out Crestline's ultimate guide to inexpensive, mid-priced and luxury swag bag ideas for reaching your audience.
Promotional Items for Small Businesses
Promo products are great for any stage of a business–including grand openings, seasonal events, or community appreciation.
14 Trade Show Games & Outdoor Games for Work Events
Create a fun and interactive experience that drives engagement with trade show booth games to attract customers and outdoor games for corporate events.
The Best North Face Promotional Products for Corporate Gifting
North Face corporate apparel, including company branded North Face jackets and backpacks, are one of the best options for high-end corporate gifting that employees and clients will love.
Welcome Fans to Your Next Music Festival with Concert Merch
Welcome fans with popular festival merchandise ideas and concert giveaways.
Build Your Brand with Personalized Merchandise
Get inspired by our list of cool merch ideas and examples!
Breast Cancer Awareness Month T-Shirt Design Ideas with Sayings
Add your organization or event logo to breast cancer awareness t-shirts with empowering quotes & sayings. Choose from funny, inspiring, or early detection slogans.
Wow with Unique Corporate Gifts & Creative Promotional Products
Set your business apart when you show off your logo on creative promotional products, surprising swag, unique branded merchandise, and unexpected corporate gifts.
What is RPET? How Plastic Bottles Recycle into Eco-Friendly Items
Find out how PET or polyethylene terephthalate plastic is recycled from bottles and containers into new, high-quality bags, apparel, pens, cups, towels and blankets.
Brand Spotlight: MiiR® Custom Tumblers, Mugs & Bags
Showcase your logo on custom MiiR® products, a brand who’s committed to sustainability and empowering people for a better future through give back initiatives.
Brand Spotlight: Custom CamelBak Water Bottles & Bags
Add your logo to custom Camelbak products, a brand committed to sustainability, health & wellness, and providing superior water bottles and backpacks.
Promotional Tchotchkes that People Want
Clever tchotchkes that make affordable tools for everyday life.
Crestline’s Ultimate Client Gift Guide – The Best Ideas for Every Budget & Occasion
Make sure that customers feel appreciated with our ultimate guide to corporate gifts. Get inspired with unique client gift ideas for every budget and occasion.
Race Swag Bags that Runners Will Actually Keep
Make your next 5k charity run, marathon or virtual race one to remember with swag bags filled with water bottles, headbands, pedometers, and other running swag.
Keep it Cool with Killer Koozies & Can’t Miss Custom Can Coolers
Cool koozies have come a long way from the original foam varieties in both design and performance.
The Best Pens for Nurses, Hospitals, Doctors & Medical Staff
There are lots of great writing options for medical personnel that each solve a different problem unique to the industry.
The Ultimate Guide to Gifts for Employees – Awesome Ideas for Every Budget & Occasion
Not sure what corporate gifts to get for your staff? Get inspired with our complete guide to team gifts, with cool employee gift ideas for every budget and occasion!
Baseball Team Gift Ideas and Ballpark Giveaways for America's Greatest Pastime
Knock your marketing strategy out the park with baseball gift bags and promotional giveaways that are excellent for team events, stadium swag, fundraising and more!
Renew Your Brand with the Coolest New Eco-Friendly Gifts for 2025
When it’s time to go swag shopping, combine creativity, marketing, and environmental responsibility by choosing from these cool, new sustainable products.
Easy Gift-Wrapped & Boxed Office Christmas Gifts for Employees
The holidays just got simpler with our easy office Christmas gifts. Find bulk Christmas gifts for employees and clients that come gift-wrapped and ready to go.
How to Celebrate Your Teams Diversity During the Holiday Season
The more the merrier! Go beyond Christmas and Thanksgiving to embrace staff diversity at your company with inclusive winter holiday season celebrations.
Score with Custom Hockey Team Apparel & Promotional Giveaways
We'll show you how to use fun custom hockey gifts and team branded merchandise to increase fan engagement, pump up the players, and raise money for organizations.
Best Sports Team Gear from Custom Apparel to Senior Night Gifts
Get inspired with our best ideas for supporting the team from the first practices all the way to the awards banquet.
Best Employee Birthday Gift Ideas & Corporate Birthday Cards
Looking for employee birthday gift ideas? Find a list of 7 great options here, from the gift-giving experts at Crestline.
Build School Spirit with School Swag Bags for Teachers & Students
Learning is in the bag with custom school supplies kits, alumni swag bags, graduation gift sets, teacher care packages & orientation bundles all sporting your logo.
7 Great Gift Ideas for Your Customer Referral Program
We've compiled a list of the best referral gift ideas that show your clients how much you appreciate their willingness to recommend your services.
Your Guide to Awareness Ribbon Colors and Promotional Items to Raise Awareness
Learn what each awareness ribbon color stands for and how to raise awareness with promotional items. Customize bracelets, magnets, and more!
Work Anniversary Gifts – Winning Ideas by Employee Service Year
Commemorate career milestones with employee anniversary gifts that show appreciation. From one year to 40 years, there's never a bad time to celebrate your staff!
High End Promotional Products That Will Attract Attention to Your Brand
Searching for the top high end promotional items to create a luxurious brand experience? Check out our selection of premium swag for your staff and clientele!
18 New, Must-Have Phone Accessories & Cool Tech Gifts: The Best Ideas for 2024
Check out the best high tech promotional products of 2024.
Farmers’ Almanac Forecast Inspired Weather Gifts & Seasonal Promos
Create custom promotional giveaways and corporate gifts that prepare clients and employees for a year of weather with forecasts from the 2022 Farmers’ Almanac.
Best Corporate Food Gifts & Business Gift Baskets for the Holidays
Nourish your relationships with customers, clients, and employees this holiday season with unique and delicious food gifts and corporate gift baskets.
Great Green Gifts – 9 Fresh Eco-Friendly Corporate Gift Ideas for Holiday 2024
Magnify the feel goods when you thank employees & clients with planet loving eco-friendly corporate gifts. Get inspired with our best ideas for holidays or any day.
Mental Health in the Workplace: How to Stay Mentally Well While Working from Home or the Office
Mentally healthy employees are productive, creative, and engaged. Get tips on meeting the challenge of wellness support for your remote, in-office and hybrid teams.
Brand Boosting Swag Bags for Conferences & Trade Shows
Branded swag helps you engage employees and start new business relationships. Impress at your next conference, convention, or trade show with high-impact swag bags.
Best Custom Holiday Gifts for 2024
Our 2024 holiday gift guide is full of personalized, holiday-themed gift options.
Reinventing the Business Card: Creative Business Card Alternatives That Stand Out
Your business card design doesn’t have to be a two-dimensional piece of cardstock. Leave a lasting impression with these alternative business card ideas.
Welcome Home! 10 Clever Real Estate Closing Gifts for Clients
Congratulate your buyers on their new home—and set yourself up for referrals—with a realtor closing gift.
10 Creative Ideas for Businesses to Give Back to the Community
Giving back is vital to your small business promotion campaign. Explore ideas on how your business can help the community around you.
Welcome Back to Work Ideas
After over a year of remote team-building activities, it’s time transition to in-office workdays.
Custom Online Company Stores & Employee Apparel Store Programs
Custom online company stores enable you to control your corporate identity by consolidating the management, ordering, and distribution of your promotional products, all in one central location.
Casual Office Wear: Custom Corporate Apparel
Wearing a suit to work is no longer the norm. See how companies are embracing a casual dress code and how to leverage promotional gear in the office.
Funny Office Gifts: 11 Gag Gifts for Employees
Bring a little humor to the workplace with funny gifts for employees that are bound to get a laugh.
22 Unique Ways to Use a Pop It Fidget Toy
From promotional branding strategies to events and product spotlights, learn more about trending promotional products.
Sustainable Promotional Products & Swag
What does sustainability really mean? Here’s a guide to help your business choose sustainable swag items and understand their positive environmental impact.
2025 Trade Show Giveaways & Virtual Trade Show Ideas
Looking for the best trade show giveaways for 2025? Find trending trade show swag ideas and clever branded merchandise to impress at in-person and virtual events.
Green Business Resource Guide
Companies that incorporate sustainable practices into their business model can reduce cost and clutter while meeting customer demand for corporate social responsibility.
What to Wear to a Conference: The Ultimate Guide
While every conference and trade show is different, the goal is always to look professional and composed no matter what you're doing.
10 Motivating Employee Appreciation Quotes & Sayings for Fun Thank You Gifts
By regularly showing gratitude to your team members, you can boost morale, improve company culture and more.
College Homecoming Event Ideas from Welcoming Alumni to Boosting School Spirit
If you’re looking for some stellar homecoming event ideas, you’ve come to the right place.
The Best At-Home Workout Gifts & Outdoor Fitness Giveaways
Looking for ways to encourage employee fitness or celebrate Employee Health & Fitness Month? Check out these top fitness giveaways for at-home and outdoors.
21 Eco Friendly Quotes & Earth Day Sayings that Promote Sustainability
Check out these sayings and quotes on Earth Day and going green for a fun way for your business to promote sustainability.
Nostalgia Marketing with ‘80s & ‘90s Retro Gifts & Giveaways
Link your brand to great memories and better times to come with fun throwback promotional gift and giveaway ideas.
The Best Custom Awards, Trophies & Plaques for Your Occasion
From elegant crystal corporate appreciation awards to funny awards ideas for parties, find the perfect custom award, trophy, or plaque to honor your star players.
Special Gift Services: Kitting, Drop Shipping & Personalization
Crestline’s services make imprinted gifts easy.
Marketing to Baby Boomers & Seniors with Promotional Products
Find out how to target your swag choices to baby boomers and senior citizens.
Marketing Home Care Services & Hospice Agencies – Creative Promotion Ideas
Home care services are in demand, due to large senior population that prefers to age in place. Find your clients with our creative marketing strategies.
2025 Employee Appreciation Days, Weeks & Months for Your Industry
Raise workplace morale all year long with our list of professional appreciation and recognition holidays for employees in healthcare, education and more.
Marketing & Branding Senior Living Communities with Promo Products
Promotional products are an avenue for marketing retirement homes that will set you apart from the competition.
15 Inspirational Nursing Quotes & Sayings
Here are 15 nurse quotes and gift ideas for Nurses Appreciation Week. We hope they will lift the spirits of your staff, day in and day out.
9 Ideas for Mental Health Month
Learn how to promote mental health and well-being in your organization during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Nurse Appreciation Ideas – 8 Ways to Make Your Staff Feel Special
Show the nurses on your staff how much you appreciate their tireless work and dedication with eight thoughtful thank you ideas for Nurses Week or any time of year.
10 Teacher Appreciation Sayings & Quotes for Fun Thank You Gifts
Teachers dedicate their time, patience and sheer brain power to ensure the success of their students, and that's why it's important to show them how valuable they are during Teacher Appreciation Week.
8 Creative Ideas for Your Virtual Corporate Holiday Party
Keep your office connections strong with one of these virtual holiday party ideas for your employees and clients.
Holiday Quotes, Sayings & Design Ideas for Corporate Gifts
These holiday clip art and design ideas may be just what you’re looking for, or just the thing to inspire a great custom gift idea of your own.
How to Wash a Backpack + Easy to Clean Backpack Styles
We'll take a look at the best the ways to wash backpacks and answer some frequently asked questions as we go.
Promotional Products for Real Estate & Realtor Closing Gifts
Learn how to build your real estate empire with logo printed pens, yard signs, PPE items, promotional swag and personalized closing gifts for your clients.
What is Swag? Spoiler Alert: It’s Not a Dirty Word
The term “swag” has many meanings. Here’s what “swag” means to us.
12 Inexpensive Promotional Items to Maximize Your Marketing Budget
If affordable but effective corporate gifts are a top priority, these twelve logo items will give you maximum mileage for your marketing swag.
Video Conference Tools + Custom Swag = Memorable Virtual Events
With pandemic precautions in place all across the globe, everyone from preschoolers to senior citizens is using one virtual meeting platform or another, for distance learning, business activities, formal social occasions and informal get-togethers.
How to Choose the Best Custom Hand Sanitizers
Here important factors in choosing a hand sanitizer are gel versus foam, alcohol percentage, container or dispenser type, brand, and special features.
10 Motivational Quotes & Sayings for Employee Appreciation Gifts
As meaningful as it is to receive something special on a special occasion, your employees will be blown away when a gift comes when it’s totally unexpected.
Paper Office Items Go Head to Head
Learn more about notebooks, portfolios, padfolios (pad-what?), notebooks, folders, binders and sticky notes.
22 Funny Wine Quotes & Sayings for Glasses, Cups & Tumblers
Integrate the widely shared love of wine into your next giveaway, fundraiser, or business idea with imprinted swag that has funny wine quotes.
25 Funny Coffee Quotes and Cute Sayings for Mugs and Tumblers
With millions consuming coffee multiple times per day, branded coffee mugs and tumblers are a great way to.
20 Thoughtful Ways to Show Appreciation to Workers
Get inspired with fun gifts, activities and gestures that show appreciation and thank employees, volunteers and service providers for everything that they do.
Keep Your Brand Healthy with Antimicrobial Promotional Products, Corporate Gifts & Custom Giveaways
Check out our top antimicrobial ideas to keep customers & staff healthy.
Crestline’s Commitment to Corporate Environmental Responsibility
At Crestline, we take our corporate responsibility to the environment seriously. Learn about our green initiatives and what we do to be eco-friendly.
What Is Wheat Straw Plastic?
Wheat straw is one method of manufacturing that has become increasingly popular because of its ability to create a variety of products in an eco-friendly way.
Why Invest in Promotional Pens?
Pens are one of the world’s most popular and effective promotional items. From universal use, to brand exposure, to cost-efficacy, find out the top reasons why.
Imprint Color Options – 1 Color, 2 Color & Full Color Printing
Learn the differences between 1 or 2 color spot printing, 4 color process, and CMYK full-color printing, and discover which is the best for your custom items.
Fresh Health Care Marketing Ideas for Trade Shows & Your Office
Give your health care practice or wellness business a shot in the arm with fun and engaging ideas for trade shows, fairs and in your office.
It’s Easy to be Green: FAQ About Eco-Friendly Promo Products
It’s easy to be green. Learn how with our FAQs about eco-friendly promotional items and get great ideas for Earth Day giveaways and corporate gifts.
How to Get the Best Print-Ready Logo for Your Promotional Products: The Art and Proof Process
Learn how we take your design or logo from high quality vector art, or even a concept on a napkin, to a proof, to beautiful art printed on promotional products.
10 Funny, Inspirational Volunteer Appreciation Quotes & Sayings
It’s a great time to show your volunteers how much you care, and how much they mean to your organization.
Stress Awareness Month Strategies for the Workplace & Everywhere
Stress Awareness Month activities are so important. Encourage healthy habits at home, at school, and in the workplace to reduce stress and improve overall health and wellness.
6 Inspiring Volunteer Appreciation Week Gifts, Ideas & Activities
April is the perfect time to recognize the valuable contributions that volunteers make throughout the year, thank your team for all that they do with one or more of the volunteer appreciation activities and gift ideas listed below.
What are the Parts of a Backpack? An Illustrated Bag Anatomy
See the parts and features of customized backpacks in traditional, school and drawstring styles, and learn how to choose the right one for your purpose.
Anatomy of a Ballpoint Pen: Parts of a Pen and How They Work
Learn the anatomy and mechanisms of popular pen styles like ballpoint, twist, click and multi-functional.
Printing Processes for Promotional Products – How We Decorate Your Custom Items
Learn about the different imprinting methods used to customize promotional products with your logo in this comprehensive infographic.
What is a Setup Charge? Promotional Products Fees Explained.
In the world of promotional products, a setup charge is the cost of preparing the equipment needed to.
21 Corporate Team-Building Activities They'll Want to Take Part In
As consumers, we now seek tech accessories to support our active lifestyle, that empower us to move about our day freely.
Custom Phone Wallets and Card Holders: Everything You Need to Know
When imprinted with your custom logo, phone wallets offer an invaluable opportunity for you to raise brand awareness and gain exposure.
6 Attention Grabbing Trade Show Display Ideas
Learn how to attract more traffic to your trade show booth with seven attention-grabbing display ideas.
10 Terrific Sayings and Slogan Ideas for Heart Health Awareness
One great way to spread the word in your community is through the power of catchy heart awareness slogans.
How to Prepare for a Career Fair: Your Before and After Checklist
Your goal is to draw the sharpest, most qualified individuals to your company. That's why it's critical to have a plan before, during, and after the job fair..
How to Inflate Helium Balloons – Proper Technique & Pro Tips
Learn proper techniques and pro tips to properly inflate custom balloons for the longest floating time possible.
How to Start a Corporate Wellness Program + 32 Inspiring Ideas to Get You Started
As the value of a healthy lifestyle becomes increasingly clear, a growing number of companies are supporting their employees with wellness programs.
Encouraging Word-Of-Mouth Marketing with Promotional Gifts & Giveaways
Word of mouth is so effective because of its credibility. Recommendations and opinions, from consumers in our same position, carry more weight than advertising spots on television or the radio.
The Importance of Employee Recognition Programs
For recognition programs to have the greatest results for your company, you must make sure that recognition is.
28 Creative Ways to Use Magnetic Clips
Magnetic clips have been a long-time Crestline customer favorite. Clips and magnets are home, office, and education staples, these fantastic items combine the two to give you more uses.
25 Ways to Use PopSockets™ Phone Grips and Stands
Their universal usefulness and affordability make Popsockets™ a highly sought after promotional item for schools, fundraising, and much more.
Fundraising 101 - Checklist and Tips for nonprofits and Schools
To ensure your success, you'll need to start planning as early as possible to make certain all your objectives are met. Here is a checklist to help you pull things together.
What is Polypropylene Fabric?
Polypropylene is a flexible resin polymer and is often referred to simply as “non-woven".
American Swag: The Best USA-Made Promotional Products
There are plenty of American promotional products you can use to grow your brand while showcasing your national pride, saving money and gaining consumers' favor.
How to Help: 7 National Diabetes Awareness Month 2024 Ideas
Celebrate National Diabetes Awareness Month all November long.
5 Psychological Factors of Brand Awareness & Trust
Learn how to create brand awareness and trust with customers and prospects.
9 Effective Recruiting Methods to Hire and Retain Talented Employees
There are a number of ways you can recruit new employees who will quickly become the star teammates you need for success.
Trade Show Insider Secrets for Exhibitors
“Location, Location, Location!” remains a true key to success but there is a lot more that goes into maximizing the investment in your exhibit, so let’s unpack it.
Voters Pick the Best and Worst Campaign Logos of 2020
To find out how the Class of 2020’s branding resonates with the public, we partnered with an independent research firm to survey 1,258 registered voters across the country and score the campaign materials.
How to Care for Your Custom Table Cover
Read on for all the care instructions you need to keep your tablecloth and your brand looking good for years to come.
The Best School Spirit Giveaways & Promotional Items
A stronger community and tons of exposure — sounds like a pretty killer combo, right? With customized promotional items designed to raise school spirit, it can be a reality.
How to Choose & Design Your Own Customized Padfolios
If you’re interested in choosing the perfect personalized padfolios, you’re in the right place, as this buying guide will tell you everything you need to know.
How to Choose & Design Your Own Custom Notebooks, Journals & Notepads
This notebook buying guide has all the informationy you need to select the perfect custom notebook.
Promotional Products for Booster Clubs: 5 of the Best Ideas
With the right promotional items, booster clubs and PTAs can generate funds like never before.
How to Create Unforgettable Custom Swag Bags: 8 Standout Ideas
These bags are a fantastic way for organizations to gain exposure and make a memorable impression. That’s because with custom swag bags, you stand to reap the benefits of multiple types of promotional products at once.
America’s Most Memorable Mascots
Mascots give brands warmth and personality. They become touchstones that we recognize, like, and trust.
Customized Church Giveaway Ideas
Are you wondering how you can use promotional products to build up your congregation? Or maybe you’re a faith-based nonprofits looking to help people in your community? Learn how promo products can support these efforts.
How to Choose and Design Your Own Custom USB Flash Drives
Even in the age of the cloud, USB flash drives are as useful as ever. The widespread popularity makes USB thumb drives a fantastic promotional product.
Promotional Products Terms - A Customization Glossary
This glossary will fill you in on the processes used to imprint your items, the charges that you will see on your quote or on an item page as well as some of your imprint options.
Types of Plastic and Their Recycling Codes
An increasing number of consumer products – including countless promotional items – are made from plastic. Here's a quick primer to help you understand the differences between various types.
9 Unique Dental Office Giveaways
Dental promotional products, you can capture patients’ attention and gain exposure. Here are nine ideas for your dental office giveaways.
The Best Promotional Products for Direct Mail Marketing
Promotional mailers are a great way to connect to your target audience, attract new business, and reward existing customers.
Promotional Product Design Ideas: Fun Slogans, Sayings & Quotes
Whether you choose a humorous phrase or an inspirational quote, make something truly unique and memorable with promotional products slogans.
Promotional Products in the Wild: 7 Examples of Branded Merchandise That Actually Sells
We'll show you how brands are creating branded merchandise their customers are actively seeking out.
Create a Positive Work Culture with Corporate Apparel
Corporate apparel with your company logo helps to create a sense of brand identity for employees.
American Shopping Guilt
Trying to be an ethical consumer can be an emotional rollercoaster ride of feeling good when we support businesses that share our values, and guilty when we put convenience or price ahead of our beliefs.
The History of Travel Mugs & Tumblers
Join Crestline for a history lesson that will leave you wanting to promote your own brand on a travel mug.
The Essential Buyer’s Guide to Custom Travel Mugs and Promotional Tumblers
Learn everything you need to know about buying the perfect customized travel mugs and tumblers for your brand.
Everything You Need to Know About Ordering Custom Trade Show Table Covers
Table coverings offer different imprint sizes and styles, here is a rundown of some of the common options.
How To Choose a Custom Lanyard
Read on to learn more about choosing the best lanyards for your needs.
The Ultimate Custom Water Bottle Buying Guide
In this custom water bottle buying guide will show you how you can pick water bottles that are perfect for your brand, organization and purpose.
Show You Care with Custom Reusable Straws
One way to distinguish your brand is through green-themed giveaways such as custom reusable straws.
Trade Show Checklist: The Complete Guide to Trade Show Planning
Trade shows are one of the most profitable marketing strategies in the U.S.
Promotional Products for Government Agencies
Agencies of all types; transportation, public safety, parks and recreation, social services and more can all take advantage of promotional items to share their message or spread awareness for the services that the agency has to offer.
6 High Tech Giveaway Ideas You Can’t Live Without
With new technology being developed all the time, it can be hard to keep up with the latest tech trends. We have all the most popular tech giveaways and ideas that you can use to make your next promotion a big success.
Customized Wedding Favors for Every Budget
Wedding favors not only add interest to your reception tables and hotel rooms reserved for guests, they also make thoughtful mementos to send home with those who came to celebrate your special day.
A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Promotional T-Shirt
To ensure that you choose the tee that is the best solution for your needs, we’ve broken T-shirts down into three categories and chosen a top-selling tee from each category to use as an example for you to base a decision on.
6 Nutrient Packed Infused Water Recipes
We all know the importance of drinking a sufficient amount of water, but it can be easy to let proper hydration fall to the wayside. Adding a burst of fun flavors to your water can make drinking recommended daily dosage a lot easier.
Red Ribbon Week and Other Ways to Support Substance Abuse Awareness
October is Substance Awareness Month and one such effort is The Red Ribbon Campaign™, which promotes Red Ribbon Week® in the last week of each October every year.
Boost Office Productivity & Morale with Custom Sticky Notes
Read on to learn how promotional sticky notes can increase office organization, productivity, and cohesiveness.
Cheers to Virtual Promo
What better way to communicate your brand than have it front and center every time someone logs on with others.
You Can't Skip Promo
Promotional products are the most high-impact, cost-effective advertising a brand can invest in.
Use Promotional Corporate Branding as a Marketing Tool to Help Get Your Logo Seen
Advertising strategies and promotions are an effective way to get your brand name and logo out there. As you plan your brand promotion strategy, look to Crestline for guidance and inspiration on how to plan your next event, giveaway or appreciation program, using promotional items to your company’s advantage. Our hub has articles and guides to help you create promotional strategies and marketing campaigns that elevate your brand and get you the exposure you want and need.
Look to Our Branding Ideas and Promotional Products for Guidance During Your Next Campaign
When planning your company’s branding methods and techniques, don’t underestimate the importance of promotional materials. After all, your brand promotion strategy wouldn’t be complete without products and items bearing your logo.
Get Inspired with Ideas from our Promotional Products Blog
We have plenty of informational guides and content to help you find the right branding and event ideas, suggested giveaways and corporate gifts, swag for charity events, and more. Whatever your style or company culture, you’ll find excellent promotional strategies and products to fit your needs. Let us help with your promotional strategy and marketing—we promise you’ll find branding ideas, promotional products, and ideas to help take your company to the next level.