TCO's and Dusty Swan Lovers--a Question

[brigitgoddess]

Hi folks! We're deep decision-making mode for our Irish pub, the Dusty Swan (year five on the playa!)---and one of the questions that is coming up with fundraising is schwag....

In years past, we've sold t-shirts and mugs with the Dusty Swan logo on them. However--we think that after this many years, we may be hitting a point where everyone that wants one, probably has one (or two, or four).

My question--what sort of schwag, other than t-shirts and mugs/cups/water bottles have you established theme camps found to be a sought after item as a schwag thank you for donating?

Thanks!

Brigit

[trilobyte]

Think about making unique things and year-specific art, rather than just the basic logo slapped on mass-produced goods. You don't have to get into anything too bizarre - have some of your awesomely creative campmates (or friends of the camp, if nobody's much of a designer) to work up some cool variations of the camp logo that you can use on coaster sets, shot/pint glass sets, etc. Take your cues from bars, pubs, clubs, and beverage brands in Defaultia - many of them do cool limited edition stuff so their loyal followers get something new and different every time.

[Bounce530]

I think the mugs and tee-shirts should still be offered. My first Ludo mug wondered off one year in the desert and never came back to camp, so I was happy to be able to purchase a new one, and one for my g/f.
Embroidered patches, and necklace size metal pendants are fun schwag.

[knowmad]

Hand-crafted beer with your custom label.
Seriously There are quite a few home-brew burners with some time and skills that would love to have a chance at supplying you with beer.

[lucky420]

Patches and pendants are way cool but please keep your mugs. Please....



Still want to get some for a couple of favorite people of mine.

[MyDearFriend]

Yes please please keep your mugs! I have re-taped the handle of mine way past the point of no return so, yeah I would love the opportunity to get another one.

Shot glasses are nice, too especially if you offer a "skip the line" pour when they find their way into your bar.

In fact, I think it's a real great idea to sound off whenever you see your schwag in BRC. As a random supporter of lots of different projects I value a smiling "thank you" higher than any inanimate object.

[trilobyte]

Just say no to selling VIP access (ie 'skip the line') in your fundraisers, please.

[MyDearFriend]

Just say no to selling VIP access (ie 'skip the line') in your fundraisers, please.

Oh geez Trilo, is line skipping the same as VIP access? I have never actually seen a line at the Dusty Swan, but you can skip the line at Ice Cubed for a cold beer. Yes we are that cheap...

[junglesmacks]

Just say no to selling VIP access (ie 'skip the line') in your fundraisers, please.

[brigitgoddess]

Thanks for the good ideas, everyone--I think we are going to go with hipflasks with our logo on them--no--no line skipping at the Dusty Swan....but if you buy the flask, we ARE thinking of throwing in a coupon that would let you get it filled once at the pub with Jamison's!! (otherwise, you just get a shot at a time)

See you in the Dust! And watch for our fundraiser! There are a few other thank yous that we are thinking of that you all might like.

[illy dilly]

Thats a totally awesome idea!
Unique flasks are always a great conversation piece when sharing sips and swigs with new friends!

[Milayna]

Yes! Very good idea! You can never have too many flasks!