If you're thinking of a promotion in time for school opening, here are our top picks for less than a $1:
1. Promotional trinamic tools
What's to like: It's a four-in-one tool that consists of a ruler, magnet, paper holder, and letter opener.
What's not: It's got sharp a edge that's a no-no in some schools, so this one's staying at home or in the office. Keep away from people with murderous tendencies. (I'm watching too much CSI.)
2. Sports bottles with your logo
What's to like: These 20oz promotional sports bottles are BPA-free, which means they don't contain any substances that may not be good for your health. Also, minimum order per color is only 50 pieces.
What's not: They don't come in my favorite colors, but surely that won't keep you up at nights?
3. Promotional notepads
What's to like: This giveaway is a good way to build presence especially if you're marketing toward a college-age demographic needing a sticky note to remind of everything that needs to be done for the day.
What's not to like: You don't get to choose where to imprint your logo--the imprint area is at the bottom of the sheet.
4. Promotional maze pens
What's to like: It's a handy toy to have ...