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Customization Trends

The world of customized merchandise is incredibly vast, and the segment is evolving fast thanks to advancements in technology such as 3-D printing, networked production and high-speed data transmission, enabling mass customization like never before.... more »

Tailor Made

Namedrop and souvenir merchandise is still popular, and that isn’t going to change anytime soon. Consumers are looking for products that reflect a brand, a city/town/state, specific location (longitude and latitude), or an image that... more »

The Name Game

As the retail marketplace evolves, consumers have voiced a desire for products that help them connect to places, favorite activities, past times and other memorable experiences. DEMDACO is introducing the Make It Yours line, a... more »

Report indicates global gifts market will grow

The global gifts retailing market size is poised to grow by USD 6.45 billion during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of almost 2% throughout the forecast period, according to the latest report by Technavio. The... more »

DEMDACO releases customized product line

DEMDACO announced the launch of its Make It Yours collection. These 1500 new products can be personalized for retail stores based on the theme retailers choose and the art that fits the store's region. Stemming... more »

Shining Sol Candle Company

Shining Sol Candle Company, located in Manassas, Virginia, was founded by Pete Evick in 2012 in a basement. In 2014, Deron Blevins, a lifelong friend of Evick’s, became co-owner and by 2016 they formed an... more »

NC Custom acquires ACE USA

NC Custom, the Parent Company of AmuseMints, announced its acquisition of the Continental U.S. Business of ACE USA. NC Custom is a supplier of logo and design-driven products and collections across the promotional products, travel... more »

Gifts Get Personal

“I can’t tonight. I have plans with my cat.” If you have a cat (and a particularly witty mother), you’ve undoubtedly received this quote printed in some shape or form for your birthday. Perhaps on... more »