If you've ever gotten a free tote bag, you've probably been really appreciative of receiving the bag but not necessarily be blown away by the bag itself. Surely the tote does the job - holding all of your items while advertising a company's name and/or logo - but the actual design of the bag itself will leave you far from swooning.

That's where the custom imprinted City Square Jute Tote Bag comes in. This bag - quite similarly to others - will hold plenty of items without fear of ripping or tearing. But what sets this apart from any and all tote bags is its extra pocket, colorful design and eco-friendly construction.
The City Square Jute Tote has an interior zippered pocket - perfect for keeping items you don't want others to see. Fill your bag with items and no one will know there's another compartment.

The square, multi-colored design is unique in that it is simple enough for traditional stores and modern enough for trendy boutiques. The lengthy handles are of a solid color, matching one of the colors featured in the bag. The bag is available in 4 different color schemes: gray, green, blue and brown. 

The tote bag is also made of laminated jute. You can rest assured that each bag brings you closer to a greener planet. And with a minimum order of 75 bags, it is an affordable option for small and large companies. 

Taking care of a baby is one of the biggest responsibilities you'll ever have as a parent or even as a person. It is a constant schedule of feeding, treating and playing with your child to help develop their mind and body.
Because of a child's daily physical growth and skin sensitivity, it's best to have the highest quality clothes. Eco-friendly apparel is an ideal alternative from clothing of other materials because everything can be found naturally in the environment.
The custom imprinted Rabbit Skins Organic Lap Shoulder Tee is the perfect item for your loved one. From the very well known manufacturer of children's clothes, it is an shirt made of 100% certified organic, combed ring-spun cotton. The shirts are colored with environmentally friendly dyes. With lots of room for your company/personal imprint, you'll find that the shirt will make you and your baby smile. 

As mentioned in not one but two previous Go Green blog posts, corn plastic is a truly beneficial material that not only cuts down on the use of hazardous plastics in the US but is a very durable alternative to other non-eco-friendly counterparts. 

With that in mind, let's take a long look at the custom imprinted Corn Plastic Luggage Tag. If there is any item you need with reliable durability, it is your suitcase and luggage tag when traveling. In the same way that you could potentially lose your luggage without a sturdy piece of luggage, your luggage could be easily lost without a reliable and long-lasting luggage tag. 

My family is heading on a wonderful vacation in the coming week. Although I am sitting this one out, I will be wishing them a buon viaggio with an imprinted bag filled with everything to make the trip comfortable and fun - sudoku books, magazines, gum, candy, universal chargers - and a lot of custom imprinted Corn Plastic Luggage Tags. 

Being a merchandising expert at Motivators INC. for almost a year, I am still coming across items that have multiple uses. Shortly after writing my first few blog posts, the coast was ravaged by the threat of Hurricane Irene. I remember fearing for the worst and sitting in my basement with a promotional lantern at my side. I never did get to use that lantern. But millions along the east coast did not fare so well. 

I learned shortly after that lanterns could also be used for fun moments - not just terrifying ones. If you're planning ahead of time to go camping, on a roadtrip or go on any late-night adventure (perhaps to catch the stars) a lantern can be your best friend. I know part of my summer will consist of me dusting off the lantern for use. But for those unexpected storms or trips, the lantern will be a great item to pack.

Consider the custom imprinted Dynamo Survival Lantern from Motivators. This is the least expensive lantern we have on our website thus far but also one of highest quality. Using 9 LED lights and 3 light settings, you'll be sure to get the right amount of light you need for any situation. Made of ABS construction, this eco-friendly item has a matte silver finish and can have an imprint of up to four colors. 

So whether it is braving a storm or feeling safe during ghost stories, the Dynamo is sure to be a welcomed gift. 

This week's Spotlight item is one of the larger eco-friendly sport bottles featured on the Motivators website. The custom imprinted Eco-Fresh Bike Bottle is 25 oz. of reusable, BPA-free freshness. The bottle is made in the USA and is safe wash by hand.

This is the perfect bottle for those who are avid cyclists or those who are looking for a bottle to keep them hydrated on casual bike rides during the spring and summer. In addition to fitting over 25 oz. of your favorite liquid, the bottle has a large mouth for inserting ice cubes. Additionally, the tapered bottom makes this bottle perfect for most holders and the push/pull cap is ideal for using while riding. Simply imprint your logo, mascot, text or information on the biodegradable PETE bottle and you have the perfect bottle to accompany you on long rides. 

With the weather hitting the high 60's for the majority of the coming week, it'll be very difficult to get time on any golf course. Starting with the first nice weather of Spring until the autumn, golf courses are packed with members and non-members alike playing the well-known game that knows no boundary of age, gender or skill level. 

If you're a new golf course or a course that is looking to revamp the course member roster, be sure to have some promotional giveaways on hand.  The custom imprinted Golf Tee - 2 1/8" is a great item to have on hand. They are incredibly inexpensive, sold in bulk (by the 1,000) and comes out to just pennies per golf tee. You'll know that these tees will be used on the course and wherever the avid golfer goes. Golfers will tend to give these to those who may need it, spreading word of your golf course further. Being made of biodegradable corn plastic also makes this heavily desired.

For more information on this golf tees and other giveaways for golf courses, golf tournaments and corporate gatherings, please visit the Motivators website.

If you live in the Northeast, you've probably noticed how incredibly lucky the region has been weather-wise. With only a handful of snow flurries (nothing to shake a shovel at) and only a few nights that required a heavy winter coat, it's been the warmest winter that comes to mind. 

It does come with a price. The weather has me fondly missing the sand and surf of summer - in the month of March. For that reason, this week's Spotlight item is our custom imprinted Recycled Sand Pail - 87 oz.

This sand pail, fun for kids and adults alike, is made of 100% post-industrial recycled material, allowing it to be eco-friendly without sacrificing durability. The bucket stands at over 7" tall with a diameter of over 6". The pail is black but includes a heavy-duty handle that is available in a small array of colors. 

If you order the item now, you'll be guaranteed to receive them before swimsuit weather.

After a hefty rainstorm, it is very common to find umbrellas made useless from the intensity of the storm thrown on the ground. Discarded by unsatisfied people, these items are often forgotten and left for the landfill. 

What if there was a very durable umbrella that is not only guaranteed to last a while but could also be recycled afterward? Would you purchase the umbrella if it is comparable in price to a traditional umbrella?

The custom imprinted Greenbrella Folding Umbrella - 46" Arc is a beautiful item that has a soft cotton hand-strap and a durable wooden handle. But what is mind-blowing is that the canopy of the umbrella is made of recycled plastic bottles. The canopy is extremely durable and you'll find the auto-open mechanism to be very useful for sudden storms. The umbrella is available in a small array of colors too - black/white, hunter/white, red/white, navy/white and royal/white. The pattern may have a traditional appeal to it but it is the innovative canopy that is sure to draw people to this eco-friendly alternative.

It's something that you may not need everyday but when you do find the opportunity, could make the difference between being prepared and not or even the difference between life and death.

It's a promotional flashlight key chain. This item, unlike a standard flashlight, can go everywhere you do - taking up little space in the process. A flashlight key chain can help you find specific items inside the car, a room or another small space and can even make you seen at night. Some people may use it to take a walk around the neighborhood while others will find an opportunity to use it when they have car troubles at night. 

One of the best eco-alternative items available on the Motivators website is the custom imprinted Solar Flashlight Key Chain. This item has 3 powerful LED lights that shine a brilliant white. Best of all, the item doesn't use batteries. Instead, it used solar power technology to store energy to the battery during the day. When needed, simply press the button on and off. Imprint your logo for an item that can help people out of a jam.

In conjunction with today's post on the Motivators Company Blog comes a post about how important this bottle has been to me. 

It was summer of 2010. I was heading down to the Bonnaroo music festival - a 15 hour drive from the Motivators office. I drove the entirety of the trip straight through. In order to keep up with the tight schedule, I chose not to stop the car too often. The few times that I pulled off to a pit-stop, I made sure that I had the custom imprinted Eco-Friendly Pearl Sports Bottle - 27 oz. filled to the brim with water. Good thing too - it kept me refreshed and satisfied for the long car ride back and forth. 
Once stepping out of the car, I made sure to keep the bottle full as I made my way to "Centeroo". (the area of the 150 acre lot that houses the stages and vendors)

The entire weekend was a very hot 90-100 degrees, with the only rain happening for 10 minutes on Sunday. (I was inside the air conditioned comedy tent during that time) The bottle kept me refreshed and never spilled - even during the raucous Gwar performance or the very tight Flaming Lips performance. 

When Monday came and it was time to pack, I chose to rush to beat the early morning traffic. As a result, I left my bottle behind in Manchester. But I was not worried - the bottle is BPA free, Union/USA made and made of recyclable PETE. Because Bonnaroo has its own recycling program on-site, I knew that the bottle would be handled appropriately and could either be reused by a crew member or simply sent to a local recycling plant.
This bottle helped me out during a very momentous weekend and is sure to help you too.