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5 Sport Promotional Items to Give at Sporting Events

Sporting events are a great place to gain exposure for your brand. There you will find a diverse group of people in a relaxed environment, coming together for a common goal. An easy way to connect with them is to offer promotional items they can use at the game displaying your logo to go along with the positive feelings of the game itself.

Here are 5 winning sport promotional items to distribute at sporting events:

Can coolers

Start simple. Most people in the lead up to the big game, from pro to college football, often enjoy more of the pregame festivities than the game itself. Walking around in the tailgate section of a big game handing out can coolers for all the thirsty potential clients to keep their beverages nice and cool while keeping their hands dry.

Bottle openers

Those same thirty tailgaters will love bottle openers they can use that same day and to keep for future use. Bottle openers are great for targeting men and a high-quality bottle opener can go a long way for very little investment.

See Through Bags

We live in an ever-changing world of new security restrictions intended to keep us safer at large gatherings. The NFL in recent years has led a charge to only allow see through game day bags in for fans. Being as these bags are not yet too popular, tis is a good idea to hand out these types of bags wth your logo on it as many people will need these at the stadiums.

Rally Towels

Down by 6 with 2 minutes to go. Bottom of the 9^th inning, bases loaded and two outs. Whatever the game is, rally towels do a great job of generating a positive reaction. Seeing multiple people in the stands with rally towels, will get the people without a rally towel asking “where can I get one?” And even better, rally towels are sport promotional items that often find their way into homes because people generally don’t throw towels away for no reason, instead they will try to find a reason to use your rally towel.

Pens?

I’m assuming if you’re reading this you already know the great benefits of the Pen. But did you ever notice that there are millions of different kind of pens, all doing the same thing, writing and promoting your business. So make sure you get a good deal, with high quality ink and trustworthy service!

5 Best Trade Show Swag Items for Your Brand

5 Best Trade Show Swag Items

If you’ve ever attended a trade show or other large, industry-level event, you know that those little plastic bags the attendees are toting around probably contain more than just pamphlets and flyers. They’re often full of promotional giveaway products and trade show swag items that are handed out by exhibitors in order to provide a memorable link between the tradeshow, the exhibitor, and the attendee.

Consider the following gifts as some of the best trade show swag items to hand out to prospects and clients alike:

Trade Show Swag Item 1: Power Banks

Talk about effective swag. Power banks are coveted promo items because they can be used by virtually anyone in your industry. Long days on the trade show floor require an easy access solution to keep gadgets fully charged.

Try to keep your branding as minimal as possible, as no one wants a product that overtly shouts the company’s brand message and feels like an advertisement. Keep it simple and classy, and your clients will have a trade show swag item they will appreciate and use daily.

Trade Show Swag Item 2: Promotional Pens

Though there is no shortage of pens in the world, you’d be amazed at how effectively you can market your business when you employ a batch of top-quality promo pens.

The trick here is to emphasize quality over quantity. Cheap pens often find their way to the back of the desk drawer or the trash can in no time. You’ll want your company to be synonymous with quality; not with a pen that easily falls apart.

A pen that writes smooth, fits comfortable in the hand and has a nice, sleek design will bring positive value to associate with your brand. Make sure you check out the Paragon Pen & Stylus Tip, great for writing purchase orders and navigating your tablet as you present your product or service line.

Trade Show Swag Item 3: Lip Balm

lip-balm Whether you live in a cold weather area or a bright, sunny part of the nation, promotional lip balm is a thoughtful and useful gift that is universally applicable to virtually any client.

Go for unique patterns and imprints, but shy away from scents or flavors that are too strong, as they might be off-putting to some. Try simple flavors that appeal to the masses, like mint, lemon, vanilla, and raspberry.

Trade Show Swag Item 4: Reusable Water Bottles

Logo water bottles are highly effective as trade show swag, as they are inherently useful and promote a sense of responsibility. Your customers will love minimizing their environmental footprint, while also enjoying a convenient way to stay hydrated at all times. You can brand your agency’s name on the side of each bottle, where it will dutifully advertise your business with each sip.

Trade Show Swag Item 5: LED Flashlights

Flashlights offer plenty of power and terrific battery life, and are quite inexpensive, especially when purchased in high volume quantities. Consider some of the flatter variants on the market today that takes up little room and delivers super bright light. In particular, keychain flashlights are hot trade show swag items.

The ever popular LED Flashlight Key Chain contains a shiny metal barrel with laser engraved finish. Bring high value and functionality to your promotional items ensuring your customers will use these promotional items daily.

The five promotional items listed above are highly effective and can make your swag bag as appealing as possible during an upcoming trade show or marketing campaign. When looking for the best trade show swag for your next event, consider the value of the gifts you’re providing, no matter how big or small!

5 Top Pink Promotional Products for October Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is known for more than just Pumpkin Spice Coffee, Halloween, and sweet treats. For many, October is best known as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) and many small businesses do an excellent job to help raise awareness for this great cause. With National Pen, we offer a large supply of pink promotional products that fit well into this category but deciding can sometimes be overwhelming with so many options to choose from.

Don’t worry, National Pen has you covered! View 5 top selling pink promotional items that can easily help you align your marketing goals with this great cause in October or for your year-round marketing plan.

1. Domestic Ribbon Tote Bag

Domestic Ribbon Tote Bag – National Pen

From the moment you set your eyes on this tote bag, you can see very easily why this makes for a great Pink Promotional Product giveaway. This cute tote bag is offered in Black or White with a Pink Ribbon handle for excellent brand awareness. The Tote Bag measures 15″ W x 12″ H x 5”D, plenty big enough to take to the grocery store, weekend sporting events or as a great bag to go Trick or Treating for Halloween.

2. Awareness Ribbon Stress Reliever

Awareness Ribbon Stress Reliever – National Pen

Squeeze. Relax. Squeeze. Relax. Fun products that are useful and raise awareness keep customers engaged. Nothing rings truer than a stress reliever your customers will keep with them in the office or at home. They’ll associate your business with a relaxing, easy to work with the company that puts the “fun” in “functionality.” Made durable and comes in attractive Pink Ribbon designs to maximize the promotion of your brand message!

3. Classic Squiggle Pen

Pink Ribbon Squiggle Pen – National Pen

The classics never go out of style! There’s a reason why this pen has been a shining beacon in National Pen’s lineup of top full-color promotional items. The Squiggle Pen is highly customizable with full-color decorating ability. Choose a custom image, all Pink barrels or the Pink Ribbon design found in the custom design section. Pens are the ideal promotional item for every new business. It’s often stated a pen will pass through 7 people before it’s discarded. Match the power of the pink ribbon and your business imprint.

4. 11oz. Ceramic Coffee Mug

Breast Cancer Awareness Themed Coffee Mug – National Pen

Speaking of full-color designs, nothing brings positive branding than a cup of “hot Joe” paired with your brand. Drop a full-color pink design featuring the pink ribbon and you’ll be spreading awareness for this great cause every morning for your customers. Our 11oz. ceramic coffee mug can currently even be found in our “Buy 1, Get some Free” category. Not only do these make for great promotional items, but mugs work just as great as thank you gifts your most valued customers will use over and over again.

5. Soft Touch Paragon Pen in Fun Pink Color

Our best-selling Paragon pen just got a whole lot brighter. Now offered in fun bright colors, with a rubber painted aluminum finish, this pen will quickly become your customer’s favorite. Take your brand and logo to the highest quality with a laser engraved finish and stand out from the rest. With two lines of custom engraving possible, make sure you imprint your brand and save one line for this special cause.

With so many options to choose from this October, make sure you head over to National Pen’s Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Pens & Merchandise page for our full line-up of customizable promotional products in pink, pink ribbon and breast cancer awareness designs.

National Ballpoint Pen Day is “Write” Around the Corner!

June 10th marks a special day for ballpoint pen aficionados, as it has come to represent one of America’s more obscure holidays – National Ballpoint Pen Day!

ballpoint pen

Who would have guessed that European Patent #2390636 would end up protecting the world’s most popular modern writing instrument? Certainly, the inventors of the ballpoint pen knew they were on to something, but the fact that these pens have been produced by the billions shows just how right they were. Today, we honor them with National Ballpoint Pen Day.

History of National Ballpoint Pen Day

On June 10th of 1943, Hungarian brothers Laszlo and Gyorgy Biro walked into a European patent office to declare ownership of their new writing pen design. From this day on, countless ballpoint pens have been enjoyed by writers around the world, and this date has grown into the holiday National Ballpoint Pen Day to celebrate the achievements of these ingenious brothers.

While the British government quickly swooped in and bought the rights to the newly-patented pens, today’s ballpoint pens are used the world over and continue to represent an affordable and reliable means for writing on any standard surface.

Fun Facts about Ballpoint Pens

In honor of the Biro brothers and National Ballpoint Pen Day, we’d like to share some interesting facts about this incredibly popular pen type:

* Each second of every day, more than 125 ballpoint pens are sold
* An average ballpoint pen will write approximately 50,000 words – or about 100 pages of text
* 4.3 pens are used, on average, by each person in the United States each year
* Ballpoint pens range from about 7-cents each, to over $730,000 for the Mont Blanc ballpoint
* Before acquiring the rights to the ballpoint pen, RAF flyers used feather pens in the cockpit
* The first ballpoint pens sold in New York (1945) cost $12 each – or about a day’s wages
* 3.4 billion ballpoint pens are imported into the USA each year
* 56% of individuals own a logoed or customized ballpoint pen
* 95% of the time, when a person receives a new pen, the first word they write is their name

National Ballpoint Pen Day will arrive on June 10th of this year, and represents a fun and whimsical way to pay our collective respects to the ingenuity and creativity of the Biro brothers.

This simple and practical product can be found in homes, offices, classrooms and more, and it’s easy to see why this invention has not only survived, but thrived, over the last 73 years. From business to pleasure, the ballpoint pen holds a special place in our hearts.

Ballpoint Pens for Business

Bring ballpoint pens into the office, and appreciate the versatility and ingenuity of the Biro invention even further. If you’re looking for a way to grow your business or spotlight the benefits of your organization, consider providing your clients or prospects with a batch of high-quality, affordable, and fully customizable ballpoint pens.

A popular option is the BIC Clic Stic pen, available in your choice of custom colors and sized to handle about 150 characters of personalized text. Or, consider the RiteLine Frisco Ballpoint Pen with a colored barrel. This affordable option comes in several unique and vibrant base colors and can also accommodate your choice of several lines of custom text.

Regardless of which pen you choose to help celebrate National Ballpoint Pen day, or which option you elect to grow and promote your business, you’ll find that the trusty ballpoint pen will soldier on as one of the most effective promotional gifts you can employ.

One thing is certain – using a ballpoint pen delivers a more personal experience than simply typing on a keyboard. The power of the written word is undeniable. To learn more, click here for a glimpse at an exciting new infographic entitled, The Benefits of Handwriting vs. Typing.

Grab a pen this June 10th, find some paper, and pay homage to the Biro brothers by celebrating National Ballpoint Pen Day!

Choosing the “Write” Pen Types

Handwriting Tools of the Trade – National Pen

With so many different pen types and labels, choosing the right pen is actually a lot harder than it seems. It’s more than just randomly choosing something to write with. In addition to the pen itself, you also have to decide on the point size, type of ink, and color options. These characteristics can help enhance your overall writing experience with a particular pen. If you’re looking for a new go-to pen that fits your personal writing style and needs, here are a couple pen types to consider.

Ballpoint Pens

Ballpoint pens are one of the most common and well-known pen types. The ink used in ballpoint pens is oil based and dries faster than other types of ink. This means less smudging when you’re writing. Since the ink is thick, ballpoint pens use less ink as you write, lasting longer than other pen types. Another point to consider: thick ink is more prone to clumping, so you have to apply more writing pressure. As a result, these pens aren’t the best choice for long writing. But, if you’re just looking for a simple pen for everyday use, ballpoint pens are an easy and reliable option.

Rollerball Pens

Rollerball pens use the same design as ballpoint pens but with water-based ink. Water-based ink flows faster and soaks into the paper more than ballpoint pen ink. The ease of flow requires less pressure and creates a smooth, comfortable writing experience. And, because the ink flows so smoothly, rollerball pens are ideal for writing text with dark and fine lines. They also come in a wider range of colors because they use water-soluble dyes. If you need to write for a long period of time, use a rollerball, but make sure to refill the ink often since they use more ink than other pen types.

Gel Pens

Gel pens combine characteristics from ballpoint and rollerball pens. They use water-based gel ink that has a consistency between both types of ink. This makes the ink less likely to smudge but still flows freely enough for smooth writing. As a result, gel pens offer the comfort of rollerball pens, with the performance of ballpoint pens. And, since they use pigments instead of regular dyes, gel pens are also available in a variety of colors. If you want to make a bold statement but still expect reliability, gel pens are a great choice.

Marker Pens

Marker pens come in four types of ink: pigment, water, oil and alcohol-based. Pigment and water-based inks are for traditional paper. On the other hand, oil and alcohol-based inks are for non-paper media (e.g. plastic, metal, or glass). These pens include permanent markers, non-permanent markers (e.g. dry erase markers), highlighters, and porous point (or felt tip) pens. With such a wide variety of point sizes, colors, and types, marker pens work great for both writers and artists alike. If you’re looking to add a splash of color to any of your projects, marker pens are the right choice for you.

5 Best-Selling Colorama Pens

CLRFamily_FBBanner Promotional marketing gifts run the gamut from drinking tumblers to desk organizers, home and kitchen accessories to automotive gadgets and tools. There are countless options available today. But those who have spent a significant amount of time working or managing a tradeshow, conference, business networking event, or large scale marketing campaign, know that the classic writing pen is an undeniably effective promotional tool.

At National Pen, we feel the same way, and we’d like to highlight our five best-selling Colorama Pens that have proven to be relentlessly effective at winning new business, reinforcing existing relationships, and highlighting virtually any business or organization.

Our five best sellers are:

THE CLASSIC: While some promotional marketing gifts rely on gadgets and flair to attract attention, the classic colorama pens rely on rugged simplicity, long-term durability, and a value-oriented price point to create real value. These pens feature a click-action mechanism for total reliability, a plastic barrel that is sized to accept up to five lines of custom text, and a background design that can be sourced from our extensive catalog of design choices. Classic is cool, classic is reliable, and in the case of the colorama series, classic is effective.

THE COLOR GRIP: This incredible pen comes with the legendary SmoothWrite ink cartridge that guarantees a fantastic writing experience. The colorama deluxe pen is upgraded with a colorful gripping surface that is attractive and comfortable to hold, while the pocket clip and rugged click-action mechanism combine to instill this pen with a real sense of purpose. Chrome accents add a nice, subtle touch, while the low price point makes these colorama deluxe pens with color grip ideally suited for high-volume marketing activities.

NEON ACCENTS: This best-selling pen is also one of the newest to be released in the colorama line, and it has made an immediate and lasting impact with clients across all industries. This neon colorama pen delivers stunning good looks and a unique neon color theme that adds a touch of intrigue to these click-action writing pens. Neon trim and pocket clip and plenty of room for up to five lines of customized text create an unbeatable value for a tradeshow handout or mailing gift.

STYLUS TIP: The colorama series of pens are incredible effective as promotional marketing gifts, but add a stylus tip and they become even more potent! A stylus tip makes interfacing with a smartphone, touchscreen, or tablet super easy, while keeping fingerprints and smudges off of the screen for a neater, cleaner operation. Add a soft rubber gripping surface and reliable click-action mechanism and you’re bound to make friends when you distribute these colorama deluxe pens with color grip and stylus.

HOLOGRAPHIC COLORS: The basic colorama pen is made that much more appealing when we add a holographic color scheme to the pen barrel. SmoothWrite ink delivers incredible writing performance, while a generously-sized barrel permits plenty of space for your choice of custom imprint. Six holographic colors are available for our colorama sparkler pen with subtle black trim accents to draw serious attention to your brand.

These best-selling colorama pens from National Pen represent tremendous value in a promotional marketing pen. Order a batch of each and get ready to make serious gains with your clients and prospects.

The History of Writing Valentine’s Day Cards

valentines day The idea of celebrating love on the 14^th of February spawned from a popular account concerning St. Valentine of Rome. It was reported that he performed weddings for Roman soldiers who were, at the time, forbidden to marry. Valentine was later imprisoned for these actions, but made a connection with his jailer by allegedly healing his ailing daughter. Before Valentine’s scheduled execution he wrote the jailer’s daughter a letter and signed the paper “your Valentine” – hence, the first Valentine’s Day card and early history of Valentine’s Day.

From the History of Valentine’s Day to Modern Day

In our modern era, Valentine’s Day is characterized by red-tinged gift boxes, bouquets of roses, shiny gifts, romantic dinners, and other gestures of love. Jewelry stores look at the month of February as their big “holiday season,” while florists work around the clock – prepping for what is certainly the busiest sales week of the year.

Millions of festive individuals, spanning ages from three to a hundred and three, put pen to paper and scribe Valentine’s Day cards for loved ones and lovers alike. It is this last activity that encapsulates the modern spirit of Valentine’s Day – the profession of love and admiration through the written word.

But how and when exactly did the action of writing Valentine’s Day cards and exchanging gifts become commonplace?

From Chaucer to Chocolates – In mid-eighteenth century England, it became quite common for admiring individuals to exchange flowers, confectioneries, and send greeting cards on Valentine’s Day. During this time, individuals may have also sent “Saint Valentine’s keys” to one another, with the message being – “unlock your loving heart.” These keys were also used to ward off epilepsy, which was then known as Saint Valentine’s malady. Modern jewelry stores frequently offer similar trinkets – though few recipients today are likely to don a Saint Valentine’s key to minimize medical concerns.

Today, the act of giving gifts is wide-reaching, but few individuals know that the first connection of Valentine’s Day with romantic love was in the work entitled Parlement of Foules (1382), by Geoffrey Chaucer. This poem was written to recognize the first anniversary of the engagement of Anne of Bohemia to King Richard II of England.

Valentine’s Day Cards by the Millions – The phenomenon of mechanical automation ushered in a new era of Valentine’s card creation in the 18^th century. The book entitled, The Young Man’s Valentine Writer (1797), gave ideas to young men who were unable to come up with creative messages for Valentine’s Day. But early 19^th-century England saw high-volume production of preformatted Valentine’s Day cards that were available with a variety of romantic messages.

More than 60,000 Valentine’s Day cards were sent in 1835 in Britain, while today more than 150 million cards are sent each Valentine’s Day – just in America! Today, Valentine’s Day is the second most popular holiday for sending cards after the Christmas holiday.

Options are virtually limitless – Hallmark alone offers more than 1,400 varieties of Valentine’s Day greeting cards each year, and many of these are left blank on the inside to allow the love-struck writer to create a moving and personal verse. While according to CNN.com, 29% of individuals today will send a romantic text message on Valentine’s Day, the majority will put pen to paper.

Now that you know the history of Valentine’s Day, embrace the power of the handwritten word and create a touching and heartfelt message for your beloved!

National Handwriting Day is “Write” Around the Corner!

As keyboards and touchscreens continue to dominate our daily lives, the handwritten word has become something of an artform

For almost forty years now, National Handwriting Day has been observed on the 23rd of every January – and it was originally created to firmly emphasize the importance of the handwritten word.

Imagine how the world changed in the 1970s, as the introduction of the microprocessor led to the adoption of early compact business computers in the workplace. Computers became a viable office tool in 1977, when the first purpose-built microcomputers came to market. Interestingly enough, this was the first year that we celebrated National Handwriting Day. Every year since 1977, individuals from around the nation have recognized this day as a celebration of all things handwritten.

Why January 23rd?

Ask someone for their “John Hancock” and they’ll likely know that you’re asking for their signature. Hancock is remembered for many achievements, but his stylish and oversized signature on the Declaration of Independence is probably his most famous mark on history. Since his signature is such a memorable mark on this historical document, the founders of National Handwriting Day decided that January 23rd – Hancock’s birthday, would be the ideal day to celebrate all things handwritten.

What’s so important about handwriting?

Though electronic means of communication have improved the speed and accuracy with which we communicate, there is no replacement for the written word when it comes to conveying emotion. You’d never see a husband typing up a Valentine’s card for his lovely spouse, as the care taken in crafting the words on the card is a part of the emotional message. And, there’s a reason why emoticons and other graphic icons have become so popular in electronic communications today – there is a real need to delineate emotion that cannot be extracted from an electronic message. Simply put, handwriting conveys emotion and character in ways that a typed message never could.

What does your handwriting say about you?

On National Handwriting Day, take a moment to analyze your own handwriting. After all, there is a lot that you can learn about yourself by investigating the way you swoop your “e’s,” how large you write your “I’s,” and whether you leave much space between words.

For an in-depth and intriguing look at some of the psychological factors that correlate to an individual’s handwriting sample, view this infographic from National Pen, entitled What Does Your Handwriting Say About You?

Support the handwritten word – and your business!

To effectively promote your business and drive greater awareness of your brand, consider promotional marketing gifts that combine real world utility with an affordable price point. Writing pens make incredibly effective gifts, as they will see frequent use, can be used by virtually anyone, and cost pennies on the dollar for each unit.

On National Handwriting Day, add a batch of customizable writing pens to your marketing toolkit and you’ll shine a spotlight on your brand and drive sales to your organization. To make it even easier, take advantage of National Pen’s promotional offer – 15% on all pens when you use coupon code 15OFFPENS. This National Handwriting Day, take your business to the next level by delivering high quality writing pens at discounted prices – only from National Pen.

7 Personalized Office Items for a Desk Makeover

You likely spend a lot of time at your desk, so consider today whether your workspace is in need of a serious makeover – if so, take a look at these personalized office items.

Think about the last time that somebody walked by your desk and said “wow that is a really neat…anything!” Chances are that your personal workspace is a utilitarian zone that is in need of a serious makeover – maybe it needs a touch of color or a host of new office items to increase the fun factor and make your life easier. Either way, consider the following seven personalized office items to add a touch of class, color, and usefulness to your workspace:

Custom desk calendar: if your old, marked up, and uninspiring desk calendar takes center stage on your work desk, you might want to consider replacing it with a new, full-color design. Custom calendars are available today with beautiful natural scenes, automotive themes, or virtually any type of graphics or images you are looking for.

Personalized notepad: take notes in style, increase your ability to stay organized, and maybe even add a touch of color to your desk by including a stack of custom notepads in your personal work area. You’ll find that taking notes or jotting down memos is made easier and more enjoyable when you have a top-quality notepad to work with.

Colorful magnets: you can use personalized magnets to help increase your organizational effectiveness, while at the same time adding a touch of color and style to your desk. From simple magnets with one or two word messages to full-color magnets that sport a custom image or relaxing design, personalized magnets are ideally suited for file cabinets, hutches, and other magnetic areas within your workstation.

Customized planners: keep organized and stay on top of your business by using a customized planner today. You are much more likely to actually complete calendar entries, take notes, and stay organized by having a personalized planner at your disposal. And, a top-quality planner will look right at home in a business meeting or a client get together – not just sitting on your desk.

Custom candy: add some fun to your desktop by including a bowl of customized candies that will provide a sweet retreat from the stresses of the day. Add a variety of custom candies and reward yourself for a job well done with a quick bite throughout the day.

Personalized phone speakers: since most of us have a smartphone sitting on our desk on any given day, take advantage of your built-in MP3 player by including a top-quality phone speaker to your workstation. Many of these are quite compact and will fit in seamlessly with your other desktop equipment.

Custom pens: one way to add a sense of uniformity and neatness to your desk is to include a batch of customized pens to your desk organizer. You will have something to write with that will bring a smile to your face with each stroke of the pen, and you’ll have the option of adding a splash of color to your desktop.

Dress-up your work area and organize your desktop today by including any of these personalized office items above. For more ideas visit https://www.pens.com/office.

3 Easy Steps on the Art of Writing Love Letters This Valentine’s Day 2015

People have been writing love letters for centuries. The time and effort needed to express your valentines day feelings and emotions poetically through words are almost more romantic than the words themselves. But in a new world of texting, have we lost the art of writing love letters? Limited by character count and time, we are in a time where “I <3 u” and ILY. need to convey the same message of love. It seems as though something as real and complex as “passion” has been reduced to a few simple letters.

If you are looking for a simple and thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift follow these simple easy to do steps:

1. Disconnect to Connect:

What’s that mean? Put down your phone and close your laptop. Remove distractions. Whether it’s “work work work work work,” social media overload or simply just grumpy cat memes, set aside 10 productive minutes dedicated and focus to your loved one. So, remove all distractions.

2. Grab your favorite pen …and paper too!

Like the good ole’ saying goes, “Look good, feel good, do good.” Grab a pen, preferably an awesome “National Pen” Contour Pen with a rubber grip and exclusive SmoothWrite® Ink, then get some paper. Because nobody wants a love letter on the back of a receipt. While you’re at it, maybe a few sheets since your first couple drafts will probably end up in the trash as you try to bring to life the right combination of magical words.

3. Ready… Set… Write!

Start by jotting down some adjectives that come to mind when you think about your loved one. Then list out how she/he makes you feel? The journey and goals you share in life and how they contributed to where you are today. Convey these ideas into sentences. Did you get those extra pieces of paper? Like I said, you may need to re-write it a few times until you get the flow just right. Shakespear didn’t build Rome in a day? Wait, is that right? Don’t try to be perfect or anyone other than yourself. Having if sound like you and reflect who you are as a person is part of the charm.

BONUS POINTS: PRESENTation:

Write it on nice paper, maybe a notebook or journal you can reuse for future exchanges between you and your loved one. Then sign your name with love, and if using paper, seal it in a nice envelope. The suspense will make your love one cherish the experience of wondering what you wrote on the inside. Clip it in our Heart Shaped Clip and hang it on the fridge for your loved one to find on Valentine’s Day. You will have given one of the most thoughtful and romantic gifts of all time.

Also, consider that Valentine’s Day doesn’t stop with your loved one. If you’re in business marketing, you can help your customers and employees enjoy the Valentine’s Day spirit with pens and other giveaway items in red or pink. Everyone loves a gift from the heart!