This Week in Swag
Earlier this summer, we lamented the decreased flow of swag into our office in the wake of the recession. While many promotion companies continue to tighten their belts, some recent arrivals may forecast a recovery.
Below are some of our own uncommon economic indicators:
From the folks at Sesame Street, we got a cookie monster tote bag promoting the show’s 40th season.
And, reminding us to “waste not, want not,” Frankie Negron’s new album, Independence Day, came with this bracelet:
… which also doubles as…
…a thumb drive!
But perhaps the piece de resistance came from kiddie rockers, The Jimmies, in support of their new album, Make Your Own Someday:
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