Who Says Swag Doesn't Last?

Remember E! True Hollywood Story? (One of my favorite shows which ran from 1996-2021.) I still have the T-shirts! And despite hundreds of washings, they still hold up.

That's the power of good branding and well-made swag.

Let's Create Kickass Merch

Everything I create for my clients is done with intention and attention to detail.
I call it Strategic Swag.

If it doesn’t align with your brand identity or message, it shouldn't be made. Period.

Most of the products I create are made right here in the USA—with fast turnaround (usually 7–10 days), no stress, and no BS.

Whether you need a small run or tens of thousands, your product will be crafted with the same care I put into creating my own.

Below are some fun projects I’ve done for clients—and a few ideas to spark your imagination.

Bottom line: If it’s in your head, it can be in their hands. (Because your idea deserves more than a sketch on a cocktail napkin.)

Get in touch with questions or book time on my calendar to chat.

T-Mobile

Journals

The Chicago skyline was incorporated into the design using their colors and logo.

Photo shows front and back of the journal cover.

Silicone Drinkware

Summer was on the way... they wanted fun cups that could be used poolside. I came up with the idea to use silicone because it has so many other features....

They can be used as a planter, candle holder, and yes, you can even bake in it!

Here's something else:

Silicone is made in every color -- and get this:

It's also made in CLEAR and you can't tell it's not glass.

These were made back in 2017 when the iPhone 8 was new.

Any picture, image, or message can be produced in full-color, full-wrap... with a minimum of only 50 cups.

Disposable Paper Cups

Created for a Chicago store: Gifts for employees and new customers.

If you want your brand in the hands of your clients every day... multiple times a day -- while producing a product that's great for the planet, Custom Printed Swedish Dishcloths are eco-friendly, biodegradable, & compostable:

The Hardest-Working Branded Gift You’ve Never Heard Of.

When I learned about Swedish Dishcloths several years ago, it was a game changer.

OKAY... SO, WHAT ARE THEY?

Used in Europe for over 60 years, made from renewable fibers: 70% Cellulose (comes from FSC certified forest) and 30% Cotton.

• 1 cloth replaces 15 rolls of paper towels.

• They last 6-9 months.

• Wash them in the dishwasher or washing machine.

• Biodegradable, compostable, sustainable.

• Print your message, artwork, & logo in full color.

I bring in the blank cloths directly from the EU manufacturer and print on them right here in the USA.

Swedish Dishcloths aren’t just eco-friendly—they’re brand-friendly.

Functional, compostable, and used daily, they’re the perfect canvas for your logo, message, or original artwork.

Artists, businesses, non-profits, and entrepreneurs use them to share everything from recipes to bold visuals.

While everyone else fights for screen time and likes, smart brands show up in their clients hands.

My #1 Favorite Product: Custom Printed Swedish Dishcloths

Where Sustainability Meets Strategy.

The Unusual...

Created for Blake Shelton's restaurant Ole Red:

Are You Promoting Your Brand - Or Someone Else's?

A Case Study in Strategic Snacking and Stand-Out Branding

Think Inside The Box

Sending a food gift is always a great idea and appreciated... but how do you really stand out?

For starters, don't choose what everyone else is sending.

While there are so many great companies to choose from like Edibles, or Harry & David...

Here's the thing:

Why promote Harry & David (or some other company) when you can put your own brand name on amazing, delicious eats... and also add your own special touches, brand colors, messages, and more?

Travel Umbrella

This umbrella lasted a lot longer than the event. I still have mine.

Created for E! Entertainment Television. MIPCOM, Cannes.

Who's in your waiting room?

Starbucks isn’t the only brand with a logo on a paper cup—but it’s one of the most recognizable and effective walking billboards on the planet.

We helped XO Marshmallow — a startup with a very limited budget — become a “big name” in just two months.

We produced full-color custom paper cups using their artwork, which helped them stand out and get noticed — landing features on The Today Show, The Food Network, and in over 20 national magazines.

You don't need a huge budget to make a big impression.

How do you get recognized?

Whether you're a start up or a global brand, it's always time to put your brand in the hands of your customers.

Low minimums of just 50 cups, printed full-color, full-wrap to thousands.

Food Storage, Snack Containers, & Ice Cream Cups, too.

Customers are everywhere.

Car washes, car dealerships, coffee shops, special events, offices, galleries, trade shows, resorts, spas...

Create any image, logo, message or design.

How Starbucks became known... it wasn't just their coffee.

Non-profits benefit kids.

Asked to create a custom insulated lunch box, flexible cutting mat, and a set of kids utensils, this project delighted kids and was a wonderful creative endeavor.

These products were created with intention. They didn't promote... they provided.

That's strategic swag with purpose.

Helping clients so they don't lose their sh*t...

When They’re Losing It… Help Them Find It.

I love the Tile tracking device. (Because seriously—everyone loses their sh*t sometimes and who better to help them find it than you?)

Whether it’s house keys, luggage, wallets... this little gadget finds it. (I also love the credit-card size tracker.)

Real estate pros especially love pairing it with a new set of keys for their clients—because handing over the keys to a dream home shouldn’t come with a side of panic later.

Smart. Useful. Strategic. What better way to keep your brand in your client's hands and stay top of mind?