“Going Green” is more than a trendy slogan – it’s a way to share the holiday spirit. Many corporations and consumers alike are looking for eco-friendly ways to make a difference. Make Plant-A-Tree Cards part of your holiday gift and enhance your company’s image while assisting the Earth. Printed on recycled or seed-embedded paper that grows wild flowers when planted, Plant-A-Tree Cards donate a tree to a global re-forestation project once they are redeemed. Seed a brighter future with Plant-A-Tree Cards!

Why Choose Plant-A-Tree Cards for Your Holiday Gift?

• Plant-A-Tree Cards show your brand’s green initiative and help your customers or employees “Go Green” as well!
• Plant-A-Tree Cards are a unique gift that recipients will appreciate and remember.
• With an interactive redemption experience, this gift makes recipients part of the process and allows them to plant a tree in an area they choose.
• Recipients will feel good about helping the Earth by having a tree planted in their name in one of many global re-forestation projects.

To see how it works, watch this video

Happy Earth Day! Well not quite yet… but April 22nd is fast approaching.  For over 40 years, Earth Day has inspired and mobilized individuals and organizations worldwide to demonstrate their commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. What better way to celebrate and promote Earth Day, than with seed paper that explodes into a vibrant garden of wildflowers? Bullpen’s seed paper is 100% eco-friendly and guaranteed to actually grow.

Don’t wait for Earth Day to utilize seed paper in your marketing.  This Spring, there are many opportunities to “grow” your company or non-profit with this green idea. Below are our best-selling seed paper products.  Many of these products include new stock designs for easy and ready-to-go high impact promotions.  Please let our sales team know if you need pricing, samples, templates  or want to discuss how to sell seed paper.

Reasons to use seed paper this Spring:
-         Creates a lasting connection when seed paper is planted and tended

-         Handmade in USA in solar-powered building

-         Dozens of stock designs to choose from

-         100’s of stock shapes, formats, colors, and seed mixes for complete customization

Contact Bullpen to make your green ideas a reality.

Bullpen has recognized that giving is on the rise as the U.S. economy struggles to rebound from 2009.  The start of Christmas and the gift-giving season is fast approaching.  We will be focusing our attention on gifts that have more sustenance – gifts that do, in fact, give back.

We are working tirelessly with our factories to develop ways for companies to give for charitable reasons, as well as promotional needs.  One initiative is the Hope and Green Grass collection of promotional products that display your logo.  10% of the revenue from Items purchased in this collection will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and American Forests, respectively.  Giving a gift that gives back creates such a wonderful culture within a company both internally with employees as well as external clients and stakeholders.  It shows a compassionate heart of a company that is not only looking out for its bottom line, but looking to help change the world in a small but important way.

To see the Hope and Green Grass collection, contact Bullpen today at 713.652.2030 or email us here.

Sometimes you need a break from imprinting your logo on office supplies- you simply need a new way to show appreciation to your customers and employees. You want something different, something that will create a shock factor and surprise all those who receive your gift. Let Bullpen Marketing introduce a unique way to help promote and market your product!

The Grow Kit contains a custom printed cup, the seeds of Zinnia, Basil, or Pansy, a small wafer of soil that will expand with water, a lid, and of course, instructions. The Grow Kit is not only a great marketing tool, but it’s also fun to continue watching the plant grow. I have my own Grow Kit right now in my backyard growing some beautiful Basil.  The Grow Kit is truly amazing because it actually works! It takes about 1-2 weeks for that little seed to erupt through the soil and begin growing. Call Bullpen Marketing today about the eco-friendly Grow Kit.

The 12 oz. Grow Kit is as low as $1.35 with dimensions of 19 L x 8.0 W x 15.3 H. The 16 oz. is as low as $1.44 with dimensions of 23.3L x 15.5W x 18.1H. The kits also come with a 4 color process print for free.

Ever get frustrated keeping track of each individual charger for your computer, phone, iPod, portable speakers, etc.? Well that frustration has ended because there is a solution and it’s called the Bank Solar Charger. Instead of stuffing all 10 chargers in your backpack, briefcase, purse, or luggage, you only need one little pocket to hold this thin, eco-friendly charger.

Versatile. This is the word that I think of when I was first introduced to the Bank Solar Charger. Going on a vacation or a business trip? No need to bring all 10 different chargers you have- all you need is this easily portable solar charger that is capable of charging 6 brands of cell phones (including the iPhone) and MP3 or MP4 player. It also comes with a USB cable, provides standby time for 20 hours and it doesn’t need daylight to charge. Not only is this simple charger a great gift for you, but it is also a great gift for family, coworkers, and new employees! Stop stressing over the pile of chargers you have in the corner of your room- cut down and have one for all your technology needs. So, if you need a functional gift for clients or employees, the Bank Solar Charger is the gift to give!

Contact Bullpen Marketing today about this useful little device. This item is as low as $24.34 (minimum 24 pieces) if decorated with a 1-color logo.

In early 2008, I was proud that Bullpen was the first company in Houston to roll out a line of eco-friendly promotional products.  People said we were tree huggers and that eco-friendly items were a fad that wouldn’t last.

Time has proven that we made the right choice.  At Bullpen, we are committed to offering products and conducting our business in a socially responsible way.  Given the current global environmental challenges, we continue to reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the world around us.  In the spirit of the holiday season, here are 5 ideas that we think are really cool.  Wipe the bark off your shirt and read on…

IDEA #1:  Recycled Business Card Holder

Take care of business and the planet simultaneously with this eco-friendly accessory made of 70% recycled PET fabric.   This business card holder has a gusseted compartment which holds up to 50 business cards. What’s REALLY cool is the packaging which is a unique gift box made from 100% recycled paper. Also Included is an educational product hangtag.  For around $5.99 (with a 1-color logo on the front flap; minimum 100 pieces) this makes a great gift which you can personalize with your own business card.

IDEA #2:  Recycled Cotton Apron Kit

What’s cooking in the kitchen?  This complete apron kit helps the environment and provides the perfect gift for the “green” chef.  Each apron includes: apron, detachable bottle opener, padded oven mitt and towel.  The front of the apron has multiple pockets for storage and has adjustable neck and side tie strings.  Made of recycled fabric, this machine washable apron is under $20 (with a 1-color logo on the front; minimum 50 pieces).  For a little extra you can embroider your logo or even do a full-color process transfer.

Idea #3:  Recycled Essential Lunch Kit

Forget brown bagging it, this fun and functional lunch kit made of 51% recycled PET fabric is the only way to go!  The kit includes: stainless steel water bottle in the side pocket, plastic reusable food container and cotton cloth napkin.  The top has a Velcro closure and front zippered pocket and the bag includes educational product hangtag.  Priced around $17 (with a 1-color logo on the front; minimum 50 pieces) this makes a great gift.

IDEA #4: Eco Fleece Exhale Glove with Tech Touch

I love these gloves!  They’re soft, breathable, wind-resistant and provide lightweight thermal protection. Hands getting chilly in the gloves?  No problem.  These gloves include an exhale heating system which allows you to inject a welcome rush of warm air onto your hands without removing your gloves by just blowing. For Blackberry junkies like myself, there is a patented Tec Touch nib on the index finger lets you use a personal audio device or cell phone without removing your gloves.  The gloves are 100% poly (40/60 PCR poly/poly),  come in black, charcoal and navy in the following sizes:  XS/S, S/M, L/XL  The non-decorated prices of these gloves is around $20!

IDEA #5:  100% Recycled Deluxe Compu-Backpack

Another great idea – this backpack is made from 100% post-consumer recycled material with a big stylish label that affirms the claim. It has a large main compartment with built-in laptop sleeve which holds most 17″ laptops.  You can access your laptop from the top or through side zippered access pocket. It has a front zippered quick access pocket and accessories pocket. Under the flap you can get fully organized with all sorts of pockets including a media pocket, headphone port, side zippered pocket, snap cell phone/media pocket AND a side mesh beverage pocket. The shoulder straps are adjustable and the bag holds up to 40 pounds.  An environmental educational hang tag makes a nice touch.  For under $50 (with a 1-color logo on the front; minimum 12 pieces) this backpack makes quite a statement.  For a little extra you can embroider your logo or even do a full-color process transfer.

Cups and mugs are one of the last things that I typically recommend when people ask me for promo ideas. It’s one of those ubiquitous items that are so common in the promo industry… like pens or mouse pads…. Unless you have a cool design, it’s just another mug. Until now.

Not being a coffee drinker myself, I still found that this classic design really appealed to me. Landfills are piled high with tons of disposable cups from Starbucks and other local area coffee shops. But what if coffee drinkers (or even hot tea drinkers—not wanting to discriminate) can enjoy their  drink and not add to the garabage collection? Now, this disposable cup is available in thermal porcelain with a silicone lid—How cool is that? Sip away on your favorite beverage without feeling guilty for not being green.

The icing on the cake? Your logo on the side (without being disposed of)  and it comes with an eco-friendly box. Want to make it more of a gift? Add a bag of coffee, cider mix, or fill it with candy. Available in white or black. Call for imprint and cost details: 713.652.2030.

That’s about the only question left to be answered with this versatile paper stock. Whether you’re a floral shop, eco-enthusiast or just like standing apart from the crowd, you will fall in love with this seeded paper. WAIT, what? Seeded paper? What exactly does that mean?

For starters it uses 100% recycled post-consumer waste and is embedded with seeds—from dill to parsley, forget-me-nots to wildflowers. When the recipient is finished with the paper, all he has to do is sprinkle some water, plant it and then watch it grow. How cool is that? A zero waste product that blooms. And for those serious about their environmental impact, you can breathe easy knowing the inks used to print on this paper stock is chemical-free and all soy-based.

Now that your inner tree-hugger is satisfied, just imagine the possibilities. Beautiful seeded postcards that will make anyone checking the mail think twice (or thrice) before sorting it with the rest of the junk mail. Business cards that make a statement and look completely unique. Party favors or trade show give-aways such as coasters or bottle neckers that not only start a conversation, but something that people will feel good about using. Thank you cards to clients that show that you care enough to send flowers. The possibilities are endless…book markers, calendars, journals, gift card holders, and even custom packaging.

So, again I pose the question— A great promotional item… or the greatest? You decide.

Okay.  They really don’t have to be just for schools, but the first thing that popped in my head was school fundraiser. Each of these products is a new twist on an existing item and could be used for sport teams or sport themes. First item up—the sweatshirt water bottle.

This cool collegiate looking Bio-DPS biodegradable water bottle is covered with a hooded sweatshirt. The soft cotton material is fun to hold and has a front pocket to keep your stuff—great place for tickets to the game! Sweatshirts come in blue and white. Minimum order is 72. Price $7.77 with 1-color, 1-location imprint.

Second item up is the jersey backpack in both a basketball and baseball design.  This is a great way to show off your team or company logo on your back – the imprint is a whopping 10”W x 8”H. These backpacks cinch at the top and are 16” x 20” and made out of polypropylene.  The basketball version comes in red, blue; baseball version comes with red, navy or black pinstripes.  Minimum order is 100 and start at $2.80 with 1-color imprint.

So Bullpen got this sample in the mail – and it’s crazy!  It’s actually hanging on my office wall as I type.  One of our manufacturers now makes a frame – yes, just a normal picture frame – that is made out of recycled sunflower hulls! I kid you not!  It even smells like them!

The manufacturer calls it “Dakota Burl.”  Apparently that is supposed to be more seductive than “mashed up seeds.” ; )  I like it, though!  The patterning does resemble burled wood.  It’s hanging on my wall due to the sheer novelty. =)

The same manufacturer has another really cool item – a set of coffeetable coasters made from “biocomposite” – which is nothing more than recycled newspapers!

They’re elegant and mod – they totally remind me of a San Francisco loft.

Tiff