Features

Pin-spired Cozy and Fun Fall Activities

Areefa K 09/04/2024 10:00am 5 minute read Features | Promotional Merchandise

As the world shifts from summer's vibrant hues to autumn's softer tones, there's a certain magic in the air. The days are growing shorter, the air crisper, and the colors of the world are deepening. It's a time of transformation, a season that invites us to slow down, reflect, and embrace the beautiful transition. As the famous author F. Scott Fitzgerald eloquently said, "Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." Fall is a time of change, a season that... more »

Chenille Pins & Medals for Your High School Athletic Program

08/26/2024 9:00am 4 minute read Features | Promotional Merchandise

High school team sports are fun both for the players and the students. One of the ways high schools reward players is with Letterman jackets, which have been a school staple for decades. They are jackets with embroidered letters called chenille letters that represent the sport or team level they play at (JV, Varsity, etc.). Typically, the letter is placed over the heart and sewn into the jacket.When a player makes a team in the first year, they are given a letter patch for the team and a special... more »

Pin-Tastic Pin Quiz! Fun Facts & Trivia About Lapel Pins

07/05/2024 9:00am 6 minute read Features | Lapel Pins

Lapel pins are so much fun. They are the perfect accessory for both men and women. They come in millions of different designs and have a simple, straightforward way of expressing yourself without saying a word. There are pins for every holiday, occasion, cause, and event you can think of. But have you ever wondered where they came from or why and how they became such a staple in fashion? We here at PinMart have! We think of pins all day long, but we are even surprised by these fun facts and trivia... more »

More than a Pin: Wear Your Pride this Month!

Areefa K 06/12/2024 9:00am 6 minute read Features | Awareness

Every June, streets around the world come alive with rainbow flags and vibrant parades in celebration of Pride Month. While the occasion has been celebrated all across the United States and Canada for many years now, the origins of Pride stretch back further than the festive atmosphere might suggest. The concept of Pride Month finds its roots in the Stonewall Riots, a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history. These weren't just riots - they were powerful demonstrations for gay liberation that... more »

Top Reasons To Try Golf In 2024

04/29/2024 9:30am 5 minute read Features | Tips

If you have wanted to learn how to play golf and had this on your bucket list for a while, now is the perfect time to prepare for the spring/summer season. Golf is a fun yet challenging sport that can be played by people of all genders, ages, and levels of athleticism. While your reason for wanting to start this year is personal to you, there are a few great reasons to learn how to play. For many, the sport is about spending time with friends. It is an activity that takes... more »

Highly Effective and Fun Ideas for Employee Appreciation Day

Susan Powell 01/19/2024 8:00am 6 minute read Features | Lapel Pins | Gifts

Friday, March 1st is National Employee Appreciation Day. The day is meant for employers to thank and recognize their employees. Although the day is not celebrated at every company, taking a moment one day a year to show your employees how much their hard work is appreciated can go a long way in keeping morale and engagement high. Employers don’t need to spend large amounts of cash or do an elaborate event for this occasion. In fact, many times, smaller, well-thought-out group events, or gifts... more »

National Wear Red Day - Why Is Everyone Wearing Red Today?

Susan Powell 01/12/2024 8:00am 5 minute read Features | Lapel Pins | Awareness

February is a time to think of love… and your heart! It seems like everyone is wearing red in February. Some wear red to celebrate their relationships, but others wear red for a different reason. National Wear Red Day is an annual event celebrated on the first Friday in February. The NHLBI and other organizations sponsor National Wear Red Day to garner attention for heart disease. By raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, you can help save lives. This year, National Wear Red Day is... more »

Best Gifts For Your Recent Nurse Graduates

Susan Powell 01/05/2024 3:42pm 4 minute read Features | Lapel Pins | Gifts

Nursing is a wonderful profession that moves people to a calling of caring for others their entire lives. Career options are plentiful once you have earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The nation realized nurses' importance to the U.S. healthcare system during the pandemic. Since then, many people have seen nursing as a way to help their communities while also finding a path to financial stability for themselves. In 2024, nurses of all ages, genders, and backgrounds will take their next... more »

Pin Collection and Display Ideas

Kristin Kizer 12/29/2023 8:00am 5 minute read Features | Tips | Lapel Pins

Pin collections have become a huge hobby for people, and what’s a great pin collection without a fantastic way to display it? That’s where we step in and give you some cool ideas that our PinMart team has discovered. Feel free to use our ideas or take them as inspiration so you can run in a different direction and come up with your own creative pin display. Ideas for Pin Collection Displays You have great pins; now, how will you display a pin collection so that it gets the... more »

A Guide to Creating An Employee Recognition Program

Kristin Kizer 12/22/2023 8:00am 6 minute read Features | Tips | Lapel Pins

At PinMart, we’ve done a little digging and found one of the best ways to keep employees engaged is to create a culture of belonging and make them feel valued. One technique that does both of those things is creating an Employee Recognition program. Now, this doesn’t just mean any award or recognition; employees report that the recognition needs to be authentic, equitable, a part of the company’s culture, and personalized. If you can hit all those goals, then your Employee... more »

PinMart Blog

Features

Dubai chocolate gelato

Dubai chocolate bon bons

Dubai chocolate tablet

Dubai chocolate bars

Weathering the storm of climate change

Henley Bridge expands its range with Pembrokeshire Gold’s award-winning oils

Ground-breaking cocoa aroma launched to ease chocolate price crisis

Exhibiting at the Ice Cream and Artisan Food Show

Cinnamon and pear gelato with a balsamic glaze ripple

Henley Bridge stock an exciting new brand: Chichester Food and Drink Company

No added sugar pineapple and mango gelato

Milk chocolate, hazelnut and wafer gelato

Vegan mint choc chip gelato

The Puratos Cacao-Trace programme: impact report

How to use the Food Colours cake drip

A visit to the Ivory Coast Cacao-Trace farming communities

Beef Wellington

Pistachio and quince log cake

The ultimate hot chocolate experience for the colder months

Wise men's ring with candied lemon and white chocolate

Henley Bridge welcomes a vibrant new range: Food Colours

The rice revolution

Head to the Med – and Go with the Flow

Spirited Ideas for Halloween

Henley Bridge joins the Ice Cream Alliance (ICA)