http://tinyurl.com/6l65br2 During the 18^th century the first trace of promotional merchandise appeared. A cigar manufacturer that wanted to increase his sales had the brilliant idea to customise his cigar rings. “Mr X wishes you a happy new year” was consequently the first message of the history of promotional products.

An interesting anecdote in this rich history regards the creation of the word “gadget”, still used today to designate a small promotional item. This word would be an adaptation by the Americans of the

name of Mr Gaget, a Frenchman involved with the construction of the Statue of Liberty. He is said to have sold miniature version of it in New-York, with his name on it. Everybody wanted a “Gaget”, or gadget, and the word became so popular that it is still used today.

At Brightside, the world of promotional merchandise is limitless, from umbrellas to twisty USB sticks!

Rendez-vous soon for the continuation of the story. We will see what consequences the 2nd World War had on the promotional merchandise…

BrightsideBits has launched a new product range of promotional gifts. http://tinyurl.com/6gsc6v3

As a leading supplier of corporate gifts, we offer outstanding quality and great value for all your promotional merchandising. If you would like to take a look at our product range, simply visit us online or email to request a catalogue!

If you really can’t wait, call us!
0844 980 8088

Two weeks ago Brightside attended the Procurex National exhibition. Thanks to the visitors that came out and took interest in our company, the event was a successful one and we had a really great time.

 Hope to see you soon at the next trade show!

Wednesday 22nd-23rd, Brightside Print & Design Ltd exhibited at the Trade Show located at Old Billingsgate Walk in the City of London.

I would like to thank everyone who came to visit us, it was great to see the old and new faces! It was a fantastic experience for us since we are strong believers in tradeshows and face to face networking. If you would like to learn more of where else you can meet our creative team, please call or email us.

Alternatively, we will also be delighted to visit your offices to present our growing portfolio. The general feedback is the market is picking up, long may it continue.