Every year we have a universe full of custom logo apparel that floods the market before golf season. There are constantly new product launches as well as closeouts and discontinued items.
Professional Gifting has recently contracted with Callaway Golf and will be distributing their apparel line and their bag, or soft goods line.

In describing the 2010 Callaway line, I would say that the overall designs are straight forward and probably on the conservative side in color. The quality however is rock solid and Nordstrom quality. Here are my favorites.

When it comes to basics, Every guy needs a couple of mock turtlenecks. What makes the CGM103 so cool is the micro pique finish. it is also a nice light weight. I have not worn it a number of times yet to see how well the neck holds up, but I am sure it will get worn 25 times or more this year.

Callaway offers 3 garments that are priced in the $30 – $40 range. The entry level  Classic Pique, CGM135 comes in a number of great colors.  It retails at $38 blank. Mention this post and we will do 24 pieces, with embroidery for $30 each, add $3 for XXL. Callaway also offers the complementing CGW138 for ladies.

The CGM101 and the CGM131 just didn’t impress me. However the ladies CGW129 was rock solid.  I like the Callaway logo on the bottom shirt tail. Let’s move on.

Another favorite is the CGM145. The color selection is bold and is available in mens and ladies. Retail price is $45 and we will offer a $10 discount per shirt with your 24 piece order, with mention of this post. Embroidery is included.

As we move up the line, The mens and ladies Dry Solid Polo rocks!!! This 4.75 ounce 100% polyester, moisture wicking fabric feels great.  The open cuff sleeves add to the luxury look. Retails at $59 each with discounts also available to existing customers.

The remainder of the line  can be found here. Callaway Golf Clothing

Professional Gifting is a distributor for Callaway Golf Clothing, Nike, Ashworth, Cutter Buck, PGA Tour Apparel, OGIO, Bobby Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Antigua, Slazenger, IZOD and many more.

Here is our latest custom energy drink project.

Create your own video slideshow at animoto.com.

Be sure to call Professional Gifting when you need a creative idea.

Professional Gifting recently completed a project for Sprite Step Off. The project consisted of 1500 tee shirts, notebooks and buttons. The graphics they provided were outstanding.

We also created a speculative sample using a new patent pending dimensional lenticular process. It was phenomenal.

This process is ideal for all different sizes of signage.  The product can be cut into almost any shape. Depending on the graphic, there are a number of different lenses that can be used to help bring your image to life.

The History Channel featured 4 panels on 5th Avenue in New York City.  They were 4′ x 8′. While these are not the panels, it will give you an idea of the effect.

As you can see, this type of promotional piece is ideal for the movie industry, as well as the beverage industry.

Be sure to contact your Professional Gifting consultant for additional details.

During our trip to Las Vegas, we added the Tommy Bahama line of apparel to our product offering. Tommy Bahama is a brand that is recognized by executives throughout the USA for their high quality.

Tommy Bahama shirts have always been recognized for their full back embroidery designs, which are still available to you in limited designs.

One of the latest technologies that has come to life in the apparel industry is a process called “Direct to Print”. This is the equivalent of sticking your shirt into your ink jet printer at home. Of course, these are printers designed especially for apparel and the inks used are all geared for clothing. Trust me, you can not print a word document with this.

As a special offering for the month of February 2010, we are offering samples of the Tommy Bahama, silk camp shirt, with your full 4 color process graphic for $95. This includes a typical $75 setup charge. Normal minimum order is 24 pieces. Be sure to send your artwork at 300 DPI, to size. We prefer an EPS file for Adobe, CS3 or less.

There are hundreds of camp shirts that you might want to consider if you don’t have a $100 budget, in fact we offer a number of styles that would be adequate in the $40+ price range. Sometimes you just need to make an impression.

Place your order for 24 shirts or more anytime in 2010 and receive a pair of Maui Jim Sunglasses.

For more information on how to include Tommy Bahama in your next promotion, contact your Professional Gifting sales associate.

I am frequently asked “what makes us different from all the other suppliers out there”. It’s easy to say service or creativity. In many cases we just package our ideas in a more creative way.

A custom sample case is one way to show off your product and immediately gain interest while showing benefits.

The packaging you use will tell the buyer if your product is high quality or just similar to generic competitors.

A turned edge custom box is a sure fire way to make meaningful presentations to either customers or employees. Most of our products are made in the USA, with larger, more price conscious projects being built abroad.

Custom aluminum cases are another area we specialize in. We offer a number of stock design cases for short runs and custom designs like the image below for larger projects.

Customer supplied material is another option that you may want to consider.

The beverage industry is one of the leading customers in custom packaging. The right package can increase product margin by 100% and higher.

Some of our options include a satin interior, die cut foam, laminated fabrics, and leathers. Decoration processes include digital print, hot stamp, screen print or embroidery on fabric.

We also offer custom wooden boxes.  These are ideal for retail of any high end packaging need.

Wine gifts are one of the more common gifts. One reason is that you can either spend $10 on a modest bottle of wine or $200 one an exquisite selection. Regardless of your budget, a custom woven lid box is sure to show your appreciation.

Here is an excellent article on what made the IPOD such a bigger success than the Dell competitor.

Here are a few additional ideas on alternative methods of decorating. Our Gallery Board Packaging line is ideal for quantities starting at 100 units.

Custom packaging ideas can start as low at $.25 and go into the hundreds of dollars.

I guess one way of thinking about is… You can fix a $15 steak at home and it looks like a $15 steak. Or you can go to Saint Elmo’s and pay $50 for a $15 steak. Why would anybody do this??? Because of the presentation.

Be sure to contact your Professional Gifting sales associate next time you need a creative idea.

Do your duties include designing some kind of birthday gift to help make employees or clients special? If so, do we have an idea for you. It’s a birthday cake for 1!!!

This experience really left Adam and I with a smile on our faces. Just to show how easy is was, we made up a video. Keep in mind, that this was the very first attempt our of the gate.  If we were not trying to rush it, I’m sure the icing would have turned out better. I will say one thing… It tasted great and it was still nice and warm. All I would have liked would have been to have a glass of milk. It only took 5 minutes from start to finish.

There are a number of Stock Designs that you might consider. If you are looking for something that doesn’t require a microwave, you might use a cake with LED lights for candles. Or maybe even a stress reliever cake or one of our tasty towel cakes.

Regardless of what you give to that special person, be sure to consult with your Professional Gifting sales associate first.

I came across a really cute stress figure idea geared toward any provider in health care. I call it the talking doctor.

Talking Doctor

Here is how it works… Squeeze the shape and it starts talking… Excuse me! Remember Your Health And Well Being Is Our #1 Goal. So Smile, Laugh And Have A Healthy Day!

Price falls in the $2.50 to $2.75 range. Minimum order is 100 pieces.

Be sure to contact your Professional Gifting associate to receive a free sample.

Below you will find a number of projects we’ve been working on.

Custom Light Up Display: Custom items include the custom shape fruit picks, the lighted bottle glorifier, the hypo alergenic stamps. Purchase the stamp at the door and receive upgraded liquor at time of purchase.

Custom Chess Board using the brand icons of Jim Beam

Custom Beer Steins made in both Germany or China. Delivery time is 120 days

Build a custom drink mixer to dispense your brand in a classy way

Kickstart your party with a gas powered blender

Coolers are ideal for tastings or purchasing at your event.

The aluminum deck board coolers are used for any brand looking for that industrial look.

Do you have a location you are just dying to get your product placed in? Benches, chairs and stools will help get you in the door.

Here is another way to get your product better recognized.

There are many new technologies in light box signs, lighted clocks and neons. The ABSOLUT bottle glorifiers below can be separated down to one piece or can be configured into multiple holders.

To top things off, here is a new idea that is great for new product launches, concerts and sporting events. Easy to fit into your pocket when deflated.  More to follow:

For more information on creative ideas, contact your sale associate at Professional Gifting.

Professional Gifting would like to thank all of our customers for participating in our first drawing. The motorized cooler was one of the most fun items we have ever promoted. Out of the hundreds of entries, the winner was The Pillar Group.

There is a world of applications where these can be used. Take a few minutes to see the buzz we created when we delivered the cooler.

Once we entered the office, people started popping out of their offices to check it out.

Ideas include:

• Friday afternoon race in the office
• Use to promote your company in a parade
• Use the cooler as a raffle item at Golf outings
• Make it a prize for closest to the pin
• Use it when tailgating to promote your company
• Use it to have drawings for your raffle

Regardless of how you use it, you will be guaranteed to make people smile.

Please be sure to give us your feedback on what you would like to see as the prize in our next drawing.

Here is a video of the cooler drawing. Next time we will use a higher quality camera.

Thanks to all that participated.  Be sure to comment on what we should be giving away for our next drawing.