Trend Forecast 2023

After attending the 2023 PPAI Expo, we spent time digesting our findings. We collaborated with one another to share stories from the show floor and to align on the major trends. Our team is educated and informed on what’s new this year, and we are reenergized to use this information on awesome products. Scroll on […]

Our Favorite Emerging Trend of 2022: Puff Puff

The Puff Puff trend brings the softness of a winter coat to modern fashion essentials and tech gadgets. The collection is made from 100% recycled materials and uses 30D ripstop nylon material that is coated with a water repellent finish. It is stuffed with a cozy soft filling that is also made of recycled materials. […]

Baking Kit

: Whether you prefer cookies, brownies, pies, or pastries, our custom baking kits have you covered. Add all of the necessary dry ingredients to a kit, so all your recipients have to add is milk or butter. A custom baking kit makes baking at home a breeze with pre-measured, high quality ingredients, ensuring nothing goes […]

Neon Signs

: Neon signs are all the buzz! Light up any room or surface with your brand in any shape or size. A neon sign can completely transform any indoor space by bringing in the light of the sun. These signs can be made with or without a backing, to hang on a wall, or on […]

New Hire Kit (For Your Four-Legged Friend)

: New Hire kits are an extremely popular up and coming trend, as a way to get new employees excited for their new adventure. A new hire swag box is intended to bolster employees’ feelings of engagement from the first day on the job. They’re also a great way to show appreciation for the amazing […]

Ice Cream Kits

: Rethink the way you’ve been gifting food. Work with Whitestone to create custom kits from Batch & Bodega. Batch & Bodega has scoured the country to find the best treats from small-batch makers. From kits full of all the toppings needed for the perfect ice cream social, to all the essentials to complete Taco […]

Hands Free Bags

: This season the trend is all about functionality. The hands-free trend is essential and practical for the worker or while on vacation. Small accessories enhance the practicality of core styles while creating add-on opportunities. This style is ideal for commuting or two-mile activities. Stay fashion forward with matching bag sets that include detachable compartments, […]

Fleece Sherpa Lined Jacket

: Denim jackets are versatile for summer and fall. An emerging trend is a Sherpa-Lined Denim Jacket, which we’ve had our eyes on all season. These are a fun and different item to brand and consider for your company. They can be great for team uniforms, events and activations. They would sell out if you […]

Sticker Sheets

: Everyone loves a custom sticker. Take your sticker game to the next level with a retail style sticker sheet! They are easy to create, aren’t too expensive and leave a long lasting impression! Add a sticker sheet into a kit for a fun giveaway that people can put on their coolers, water bottles or […]

Custom Labeled Wine

– Wine is always a great go-to gift that you can guarantee someone will enjoy themselves or gift to someone that will enjoy it. We can help you customize a wine bottle to make a gift even more thoughtful. A bottle can be etched into or having a custom label printed and put on it. […]