Alyssa Mertes
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Alyssa Mertes

Alyssa Mertes is an expert on branded swag. She's done it all, from uncovering the world's first custom tote bag to interviewing the designer who created AC/DC's logo. Her work has been featured on several podcasts and media websites.

Industry Insights

What is the Difference Between Emboss & Deboss?

You’ve likely never heard the words “emboss” and “deboss” before, unless you’re a crafty person, or you happen to work for a printing company. While you could, in theory, look…

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16 Minute Read
Marketing

Acceptable Artwork and File Formats at Quality Logo Products

There’s a lot to keep track of when it comes to ordering promotional giveaways. All this talk about setup fees, logo colors, and printing is enough to make anyone’s brain…

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11 Minute Read
Marketing

How Many Promotional Products Should I Order?

Ordering promotional products for the first time can be a daunting process. With so many stress balls, pens, and water bottles to sift through, how do you know just how…

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22 Minute Read
Marketing

Why is Drinkware Sold in Cases?

Drinkware is one of the most popular categories of promotional products, and for good reason! Not only are they useful, but they come in a wide variety of eye-catching colors…

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3 Minute Read
Marketing

Embroidery vs. Screen Printing: What’s the Difference?

Ladies and gentlemen…it’s time for the fight of the year! In this corner, the current reigning champ of the promotional world, clap your hands for screen printing! And in this…

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15 Minute Read
Marketing

Where to Print Your Logo on Apparel

Are you ordering custom apparel? If so, it’s important to know a thing or two about imprint areas. The factories that print your clothing will add the custom design to…

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8 Minute Read
Marketing

How to Choose the Right Promotional Product

Imagine this: it’s the second day of your brand-new job. Your boss comes over and tells you to order some marketing materials and promotional products for the trade show coming…

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11 Minute Read
Marketing

A Guide to Fonts in Your Promotional Items

If you’ve ever drawn bubble letters too big on a birthday card or signed your name too small on a check, then you know a thing or two about font…

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29 Minute Read
Marketing

How to Prevent Ink From Rubbing Off Your Promotional Items

Have you ever accidentally destroyed a photo mug in the dishwasher? Maybe your concert shirt is cracked and isn’t as vivid as it used to be. Either way, it can…

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16 Minute Read
Marketing

A Guide to Printing Social Media Logos

Social media is a major part of almost all our lives. We use it to stay connected with our aunt who lives across the country, to creep on a potential…

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28 Minute Read
Marketing

What is Pad Printing & How Does It Work?

Customization doesn’t happen by magic. It takes high-tech machinery to make it happen, and one of the most popular is the pad printer. Think of it like a giant, inky…

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13 Minute Read
Marketing

How Do You Choose Promotional Products?

You’ve got a cup of coffee, the computer is fired up, and you’re ready to search online for promotional products. Follow these steps to find the best custom giveaways for…

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19 Minute Read
Marketing

Why Useful Promotional Products Are Great for Trade Shows

Are you tired of advertising getting shoved in your face? Seriously, you can’t take a walk, listen to music, or watch your favorite show without seeing an ad. I can’t…

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4 Minute Read
Company News

We are Tickled Pink to Announce that Our Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser was a Success!

If you look at the world through rose colored glasses, you will probably see everyone joining together to work toward a common cause. You may also see donuts raining from…

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2 Minute Read
Company News

Quality Logo Products Makes Counselor’s Best Places to Work 2016

We’re kind of a big deal. At least Counselor magazine seems to think so. Our company was included in Counselor’s list of the Best Places to Work for 2016 which…

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3 Minute Read
Company News

Quality Logo Products Makes 2016 Inc. 5000 List

If you’re one of the many members of the Quality Logo Products fan base, you’re certainly aware we’re a quickly expanding promotional products company. After moving out of our fetal…

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2 Minute Read
Company News

Spotlight: Give Your Brand a Hand Winner April 2016: Everyday Oil Solutions

Do you believe in the power of essential oils? Because author and creator of Everyday Oil Solutions, Brandy Jones Arnold does, and now she has some custom promos to help…

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2 Minute Read
Company News

Quality Logo Products Named One of Top 50 Distributors of 2016 by Promo Marketing Magazine

Quality Logo Products is proud to announce that we have made Promo Marketing’s list of Top 50 Distributors for the third year in a row! Promo Marketing is a leading…

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2 Minute Read
Company News

Spotlight: Give Your Brand a Hand Winner March 2016: Sweet Freedom Creamery

You’ve probably heard about craft beers and small-batch bourbon, as they’re super popular everywhere right now. What about artisan cheese? Well, that’s what the cheese makers at Sweet Freedom Creamery…

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2 Minute Read
Industry Insights

Where Are All the Bamboo Fabric Promo Products?

If you’re interested in eco-friendly shopping, then chances are you’ve seen plenty of products made with bamboo. Bamboo has become regarded as something of a wonder material over the years,…

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6 Minute Read
Company News

Welcome Kevin Cook to the Quality Logo Products Team [Interview]

Quality Logo Products just keeps on growing, and I have to admit, it’s pretty awesome every time I see a new face. I’m pretty terrible with names, but that just…

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3 Minute Read
Company News

Spotlight: Give Your Brand a Hand Winner December 2015: Color Coastal Art

Creatives, doodlers, and kids at heart…your time has come! You don’t have to look very far to find an article touting the benefits of coloring books for adults. In fact,…

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2 Minute Read
Company News

QLP Celebrates Four PPAI Technology Award Wins!

Hey, there, Quality Logo Products fans! I’ve got some great news to share with you, the kind that puts an even bigger smile on my face than usual. And you…

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4 Minute Read
Company News

Announcing the Winners of the 2016 QLP Supplier Awards!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Nah, not Christmas. Christmas is so last year, you know? Plus, if I drink any more eggnog, I’m going to float better…

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