MoJo’s Guide to: The Essentials Range

By Richard Garner

Our guide to The Essentials Range and comparing the options available.

One of the things that has helped us to grow over the years is our eagerness to keep up with market trends. We've found our customers respond well to these new & fresh products, but is a range of staple products that have sold successfully since our inception. These products are practical, good value for money and can often be seen around a desk space, something we find really interesting. They are all easy to hand to new starters & existing staff members whilst they are easy wins when it comes to setting up for an exhibition for giveaways. This guide goes over a glance of what is trending when it comes to these essentials, with more options in the range for you to stick your teeth into!

APPLIES TO ALL OF THE BELOW RANGE:

  • Eco Assessments: Good (6) to Excellent (10)
  • Current mojo top sellers
  • Part of our own self promotional range
  • All contain verified accreditations
  • 1 to 5 week lead times
Recycled Aluminium Ballpen

Recycled Aluminium Ballpen

GRS Certified Recycled with Bamboo Plunger.

£1.41 on 250+ (MQ 100)

When it comes to essentials you can't look any further then the humble pen! This edition has become of one the hottest about with its sustainable recycled aluminium structure and eco bamboo plunger giving them that green touch that is bang on trend. As you can see in the above image we added on a bespoke card sleeve (POA) with a flash design made by our studio team & additional information to the reverse. Like the design? We can amend it to tie-in your brand colours for you to use free of charge!

  • Eco Assessment Score: Excellent (8)
  • Made with certified recycled aluminium
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 2 - 3 weeks

Recycled T-Shirts & Bottles Tote Bag

Recycled T-Shirts & Bottles Tote Bag

Made from 60% recycled T-Shirts and 40% recycled bottles. Available in 18 colour choices.

£1.66 on 250+ (MQ 50)

These tote bags have turned themselves into a real favourite for our customers, with them being genuinely sustainable at a really competitive price. As an essential they tick all boxes. Totes are the biggest selling piece of promotional merch with them being used during many big shops or just to take to a local high-street. These totes have a generous print area whilst we always offer our free-to-use eco strap line and our QR code giving additional stats and facts about the bags. Due to popular demand we have also added an extended colour range, making them even more versatile across a rang of brands!

  • Eco Assessment Score: Excellent (9)
  • Add our eco strap line FOC!
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 2 - 3 weeks

UK Dye Sublimation Lanyards

UK Dye Sublimation Lanyards

Full colour print. Printed in the UK. Satin soft flat lanyard. Lobster claw and safety buckle.

£1.81 on 250+ (MQ 100)

Next up we've included a real staple of the range, the UK Dye Sub Lanyard. Adding this as an essential didn't cross our mind at first until we reviewed our portfolio page and saw it countless times over, reinforcing it as one of our best ever sellers. Made right here in the UK (of course!) they are super sustainable and are an easy win when onboarding new starters or refreshing your teams look. The colour options are fully bespoke with your design printed to the soft fabric whilst there is a whole additional range of add-ons to make them entirely your own. Have a look at a few options right here!

  • Eco Assessment Score: Excellent (10)
  • Fabric made with recycled bottles
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 2 - 3 weeks

Prodir DS8 True Biotic Pen

Prodir DS8 True Biotic Pen

Push Action Ball Pen Made from PHA.

£2.03 on 500+ (MQ 500)

If your looking for a pen with a premium touch then you can't look any further than Prodir. Made in Switzerland with real quality this writing instrument is super light and offers a seamless writing experience. You're able to print your logo to the barrel or the clip, but we'd recommend the latter option so that you're brand is on show if you opt for the information sleeve which can be included POA.

  • Eco Assessment Score: Excellent (8)
  • Body biodegrades in natural conditions
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 4 - 5 weeks

UK Sewn Notebook

UK Sewn Notebook

UK Made. Available Matt or Matt Laminated. FSC Paper w/ Stitched Binding.

£2.33 on 250+ (MQ 100)

An essentials list simply has to include a notebook, with this UK made edition something we our really excited about. Coming at in at a respectable 130 x 210mm size you are able to print your logo to the front face and to the reverse. We've added our strap line to the back and added in a custom insert page which you can add on yourself POA. You're able to mix-&-match the cover and stitching colours, perfect for those with 2 colours in their palette! Whether it's for your staff or to hand our at exhibitions you can rest assured these will be used up for daily note taking with your brand sticking at the forefront.

  • Eco Assessment Score: Excellent (9)
  • Manufactured in Derbyshire, United Kingdom
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 1 - 2 weeks

Rhumba Tumbler

Rhumba Tumbler

Double Walled. Clear PS Push On Lid And Silicone Straw. 580ml.

£8.06 on 250+ (MQ 50)

The first of our drink ware essentials is the Rhumba, a tumbler perfect for those looking to dip their toes from the conventional merch. Each comes with a 580ml capacity and their shape makes them ideal for cup holders. Double walled to ensure your hands don't get burnt on the smooth surface each comes with a straw for cool drinks making them versatile for all weather conditions. Prices are for printing as standard but you're also able to take things up a notch with a premium & durable laser engraving POA!

  • Eco Assessment Score: Good (6)
  • Non toxic & BPA free materials
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 2 weeks

Buckingham 630ml Bottle

Buckingham 630ml Bottle

Double Walled. Anti-Chip Powder Coating. White or black.

£8.41 on 250+ (MQ 100)

Arguably the most versatile to most audiences the Buckingham bottle is the gift that keeps on giving. Once more these bottles are double walled meaning they are compatible with hot or cold drinks they come with a chrome screw on lid, offering a more conventional feel. Personally we see these as water bottles, with the team each relaying that it kept their water fresher for longer whilst their shape made them super easy to transport or store safely in a bag, something their leak proof lids reinforce. The large print area gives you plenty of flexibility, though we went with a 55mm print to one side to ensure our logo was fully visible whilst popping against the vibrant white base.

  • Eco Assessment Score: Good (6)
  • Outer manufactured using recycled stainless steel
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 2 weeks

Highland 1182ml Travel Mug

Highland 1182ml Travel Mug

Double walled 1182ml travel mug, complete with clear lid and straw.

£11.20 on 250+ (MQ 25)

Last but not least is the Highland Mug, our cost-effective rival to the official Stanley Range. We find this sort of alternative a big win with our clients as it has the look & feel of a premium brand but without the price tag. This edition comes supplied with a handy drinking straw and are made from a premium stainless steel to give it a weighty feel and helping give the vessel a longer life. New to the range from the back end of 2024 alike the previous two items the are only available in white or black at this current time with the view of expanding the colour range later in 2025. Watch this space!

  • Eco Assessment Score: Good (6)
  • Made from high-quality 304 stainless steel
  • Lead time from PDF proof approval: 2 - 3 weeks

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