This Week's New Favorite Thing... The Convertible "Montezuma" Backpack from District Threads

The very first thing I must say is that the picture does not do it justice. This swag item is MUCH cooler in real life. I recently got a sample to try out (one advantage of being the Swag Queen) and it's the best laptop-compatible backpack I've ever owned.

Brand new for Spring 2009, this backpack's most innovative feature is that it easily converts from a backpack to a messenger bag so you can carry it whichever way is most comfortable for you. It's a nice size for travel with a padded, separate compartment specially designed for carrying a laptop computer up to 17" size. The roomy main compartment is also padded, as are the backpack straps and shoulder strap so it's super-comfy to carry, even when loaded with stuff. The bottom panel is rubberized to protect the contents from moisture. Even the hand-carry handle at the top of the bag is padded... you can tell the designers of this laptop backpack have put a lot of thought into every detail.

I especially love the multitude of organizing pockets that are built in to this pack. They're nicely sized and well-placed for easy access while keeping contents secure. It comes in basic black, or in the coffee-brown and black combo shown above (my fave). Your custom logo decoration can be added to the center front pocket with embroidery or screenprinting. My recommendation would be embroidery... it looks classier and will last longer, especially with heavy use.

The price? Around $40 each with logo embroidery, and a low minimum order quantity of a dozen packs.

These custom logo computer backpacks are a great swag idea for your company's Sales Team and Executives who travel with laptops for business. They'd be a nice addition to an employee rewards program or incentive prize to use in sales contests. Colleges could sell these in their bookstores or use them as an gift when recruiting new students or athletes to their programs. Computer retailers may want to consider these as an item to sell with a new laptop computer. I can also see these as a nice gift to express appreciation for non-profit donors, volunteers and Board members.

INTERESTED IN THE MONTEZUMA CONVERTIBLE BACKPACK AS A SWAG IDEA FOR YOUR LOGO?

You can see more specs and detailed information about this item by clicking here to view on our supplier's website. To order, contact us at Swag Connection:

Phone: 866-247-4320
Email: Sales@SwagConnection.com

Thanks for reading and stay tuned for more great swag ideas!

Brand-New Swag Idea I Just HAD To Share....
TOWEL CAKES

Just when I think I've seen it all, a brand-new swag idea like this crosses my desk and reminds me of just how creative the promotional products industry can be.

At first glance this looks like a slice of cake... but it's actually a sweetly and cleverly packaged 13"x13" hand towel. The towel itself is unimprinted - your logo and artwork appear on the sticker affixed to the outside of the package. Here are a couple of other styles available:

Not only are these items really creative and clever, they're MEMORABLE. And isn't that really the whole idea behind creative branding and using promotional products effectively? I was just reading a marketing blog in Conde Nast Portfolio about Memorable Marketing (click here to link to the blog post) about the "POW" factor versus the 'wow' factor. The "POW" factor is truly unexpected, utterly memorable marketing that really connects with the target audience and creates brand loyalty.

This is the kind of swag idea that will make the difference between wow & POW in marketing campaigns for businesses and events such as...

Hotel & Resorts
Cosmetic Surgery Centers & Med Spas
Personal Trainers & Fitness Clubs
Weddings & Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Hospital Maternity/Birthing Centers

Other ideas where this swag idea could tie in nicely include:

Any promotion promising a 'Sweet Deal'
Inclusion in high-end Swag Bags
Any promotion using the tag line 'Piece of Cake'
Direct Mailer for Client or Employee Birthday Recognition

INTERESTED IN ORDERING TOWEL CAKES WITH YOUR CUSTOM LOGO?
With a low minimum order quantity of 50 pieces, towel cakes are priced between $5-$8/ea depending on order quantity. For more information about ordering, please contact us at Swag Connection (866-247-4320 or email us: sales@swagconnection.com)

Thanks for reading, and keep coming back for the newest and most memorable swag ideas on the web!

Diane Nudelman
'The Swag Queen'

Summer Event Marketing MUST-HAVE:

Custom Logo Event Tents at the Lowest Prices of the Year

Plan ahead for your company's Summer Event Marketing by taking advantage of special pricing on our White 10' and 6' Event Tents, custom-printed with your logo or artwork. These custom logo event tents are light and durable, they pop up easily and collapse for easy storage and transport. If your company plans to have a marketing presence at Golf Events, Street Fairs, Sporting Events or Outdoor Markets this is a classy and inexpensive way to provide shade for your event workers while promoting your brand image.

Prices start at $279 for a 6' event tent with a FULL COLOR DIGITAL IMPRINT in one location. To see all of the details and pricing for the various sizes & imprint options, click here for PDF Flyer.

Interested in Custom Logo Event Tents for your company's Summer Marketing?

Swag Connection is here to help! We offer these tents and a full line of quality event and tradeshow displays through our supplier partner SHOWDOWN DISPLAYS. Every item on the Showdown Displays website can be ordered through Swag Connection, and we'll help you with step-by-step guidance to make sure your tents or displays come out looking exactly the way you want them.

Just give us a call (866-247-4320) or shoot me an email (diane@swagconnection.com) to get started on your Event Tent or Custom Event Display project!

Be The Name On Everybody's Hips... Custom Logo Beer Holsters are a Unique Swag Idea for Western-Themed Event Marketing!

Beer holsters are becoming a popular retail item on the internet, but these are the first I've seen to be offered with custom logo decoration for event marketers and corporate promotions. Made from genuine leather, these Custom Beer Holsters secure through your belt and feature a leather leg tie to allow easy grasp of your beverage.

This is an exclusive design - perfect swag idea for outdoor or Western-themed events!

Custom logo beer holsters are available in black or brown (shown), with a maximum imprint area of 2" wide and 1" tall. They're also very affordable: priced between $7.50-$11.00 depending on quantity, with a low minimum order of 50 pieces.

Interested in CUSTOM LOGO BEER HOLSTERS for your event? Swag Connection is here to help you. Give us a call (866) 247-4320 or shoot me an email: diane@swagconnection.com and we'll hook you up!