In a week Singapore will be celebrating her 55th Independence Day (9th August, 2010).  Just like the previous years, goodie bags are a must have for the annual parade. This blog was written 10 years ago and in the decade ODM has learnt a lot about the promotional products industry. Even from years ago custom gift bags remains a timeless and effective promotional tool.

Unlike the past, goodie bags this year come in 7 different attractive designs in the shape of tote bags.   This is a great case study in providing nice customised gifts for events.

Biscuits, drinks, ponchos are nicely packed into a box.  The box itself doubles up its utility with 4 different simple board games.  This will keep people occupied before the parade and during intervals.

Games

Games incorporate important messages, sending across cultural values and Singapore’s history. They are fun and interactive promotional products that keeps your customers entertained. Customise and brand your games to increase brand awareness as it keeps your customers company during big events. Not to mention games are promotional tools that will stay with your consumers outside of the event. ODM has developed several board games like Hana Deka board game, South African board game to name a few.

Collar Pins

A Collar/Lapel pin was also offered in 5 different symbolic designs of Singapore as collectible pins. These pins use eproxy printing and the butterfly closing on the pins allow them to be attached onto pencil cases, bags, etc.. , showing loyalty and love to the country. In addition, such pins are small and portable making them a great promotional giveaway to spread a message. Having items limited to an event also increases the exclusivity of the giveaway item, special to that specific event or year. The excitement of collecting a limited edition item and the fact that such an item will stay with your customers makes it a promotional gift we love!

Poncho & Mini Plastic Fan

A poncho and mini plastic fan are given in the custom gift bags, keeping in mind Singapore‘s hot and unpredictable weather. Both products offer good logo positioning, allowing branding to be seen from afar. Customer’s will appreciate these gifts, keeping them prepared and comfortable for all kinds of weather to fully enjoy the National Day Parade. They are good form of advertising and products that are cheap, cost effective and useful outside of the event too.

Light Blinking Clapper

In addition, a light blinking clapper is also included in the bag. Shaped like the Singapore flag, this clapper is best suited for this joyous occasions. This dual function clapper is suitable for many uses, from concerts, to sports matches and even festivals like Halloween, Christmas, etc.. You could also choose from other noise makers are like Clapping bannersinflatable shakers, etc..

Postcard

That’s not all! A postcard can be found in the bag too.  zThe 7 different designs are printed in the same designs as the goodie bags, Singaporeans can send this postcard to friends abroad, sharing this nations joyous celebration. A hangtag/luggage tag available in 6 different designs comes attached to the bag.   These are good giveaways along with travel products, allowing people to label their bags for easy recognition and spread your message worldwide..

If you are planning goodie bags it is interesting to bear in mind the key national holidays and other special cause days.

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