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Eco-Friendly Wedding Ideas
Posted on March 17 2021
Despite people's best intentions, weddings are ordinarily pretty wasteful occasions. From copious amounts of squandered food to discarded decor and more, as a general rule of thumb, weddings don’t tend to be especially eco-friendly. However, with the increase in environmental awareness across the world, particularly concerning the effects and usage...
Switching To Online Selling From a Brick and Mortar Store
Posted on March 24 2020
Many companies are looking to either make the switch from their physical premises permanently or complement their existing business plan by investing in an online store. Thanks to the ease of online shopping, Internet sales have boomed over the last few years, and with plenty of relaxed return policies and...
Eco-Friendly Marketing Ideas
Posted on February 07 2020
Many companies profess to be eco-friendly, but how many can prove that they actually practice green marketing? Being environmentally friendly is at the forefront of many brand’s minds, and in a time wrought with issues including the effects of global warming and the impact of plastic in our oceans, it’s...
Graphic Design Trends for 2020
Posted on January 24 2020
Each year we see the emergence of brand new graphic trends as brands and companies tussle to capture the attention of their clients and customers. They look to introduce new colours and prints as a means of refreshing their designs and catching the eye, and with so many companies mixing...
Choosing the Right Typography for Your Designs
Posted on January 16 2020
Similarly to when we gesture or use facial expressions while talking to one another, the typography used in our print and designs is able to reflect different tones and emotions to the reader. Getting your choice of fonts right is just as important as picking the right colours and...
Creating Characters for Merch Designs
Posted on December 17 2019
The world of merchandising can open up a whole new stream of revenue for your business. If you’re a pretty established brand and you’re looking to promote your business and get your image and brand message out there, creating characters can be a great means of connecting with your customer...
Christmas Packaging Ideas
Posted on October 23 2019
Christmas is a fantastic time for companies both small and large to capitalise on the festive marketing fever. As December 25th rolls around, many businesses will design specialised Christmas packaging with a view to capturing the hearts and imaginations of customers new and old. From the bevvies of Starbucks Christmas-themed...
Halloween Marketing Ideas
Posted on September 26 2019
Halloween is one of the most important dates in the marketing calendar, presenting an opportunity for both large and small businesses alike to capitalise on increasing their brand awareness and sales. It’s always a good idea to prepare for this promotional window by readying your materials and capturing the imaginations...
Creative Ways to Present Your Products
Posted on September 24 2019
In any walk of life, first impressions count. Whether that’s the first time you shake hands with a stranger or eating with your eyes as your much-anticipated plate of food arrives, we’re a species that often makes an initial judgement based on appearance. It’s no surprise then that product presentation...
Setting Up A Business: Tips and Advice
Posted on September 04 2019
Setting up a business can be a daunting task. Once you’ve had your initial spark of inspiration to start selling your own products, there’s a whole world of other aspects to consider before you serve your first customer. If you’re looking to start selling your pins, keyrings or stickers online,...
How To Come Up With A Logo
Posted on August 28 2019
Your logo should capture the essence of your business, letting your audience know exactly who you are. If you need a new logo, or you’re setting up a business for the first time, we’re going to look at how to create a logo that really stands out from the crowd!...
How To Market Your Band
Posted on July 24 2019
So you’ve started a band, you’ve got your first tracks and you’re looking to book your first live shows - it’s an exciting time! One thing that bands need to consider from the ‘off’ is how they’re going to get themselves noticed and the easiest way to do it is...
Tradeshow Tips For Exhibitors
Posted on July 17 2019
Trade shows are a great place to show off your business and get people talking, but how do you ensure that it’s your stand that sticks in their memories at the end of the day? There are plenty of ways to attract the right people to your stand and get...
Setting Up An Etsy Shop
Posted on June 26 2019
Got a product you know people want to buy? Whatever you love to make, chances are there are people out there that are looking for your product and one of the easiest places to sell them is Etsy! Etsy has made it easy for crafters to sell their wares, the...
Uses For Custom Charms
Posted on May 28 2019
Custom charms are one of the most versatile merchandise options out there, but if need a helping hand as to how to use yours - we’re here to help. Using a wide range of materials including acrylic, wood and metal, we can create custom charms with your designs printed on...
YouTuber Merch Ideas
Posted on May 21 2019
As a creator, you want to make sure that your fans can show their support for your YouTube channel - and what better way to do this than by offering them fun merch? Not only will your merch give followers something that they love to wear or display, but it...
Festival Merchandise Ideas
Posted on May 14 2019
Whether it’s rock, dance, country, rap or pop - one thing ties all great festivals together, epic merchandise! As festival-goers descend on your event, they want to make sure they have a good time and take home even better memories, so what better way to ensure they remember your festival...
Convention Giveaway Ideas
Posted on May 08 2019
If you’re organising a convention, chances are you’ve already thought about what your guests can expect to take away in their swag bags. Whether it’s a Comic-Con or a business event, guests love freebies and making sure you have enough to entice them in is part of any great marketing...
Event Merchandise
Posted on April 30 2019
When you’re organising an event a big part of the experience is the merchandise that attendees can take away from it. Let’s face it, as good a line-up as your conference, convention or festival is - people are there for the SWAG. Whether it’s something useful to take away, something...
Custom Band Merch
Posted on April 23 2019
If you’re thinking about selling your own band merch, we have you covered. The reality of being a musician is that you need to look at additional revenue streams alongside the music, selling custom band merch at your shows is one of the easiest ways to do it - but...
Creative Packaging Ideas
Posted on April 15 2019
Whether you’ve been in business for years or you’re just starting out, the way you deliver your products has a massive impact on customer loyalty, brand building and those all-important customer reviews! At Zap Creatives, we work with brands all across the globe to create memorable merchandise to promote their...
Make Your Own Merchandise
Posted on March 11 2019
Whether you’re looking for unique merchandise for your brand, fun gifts for a conference or a way to showcase your own designs, making your own merchandise has never been easier. Brands across the globe are looking for ways to stand out from the crowd and if a company pen and...
ETSY - WORKING WITH PRODUCTION PARTNERS
Posted on November 16 2017
If you use any of our custom manufacturing services to create products that you sell on Etsy, you will find the following information useful when writing about your 'Production partners' on your Etsy store.
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