I don't know about you, but I'm pretty sure the generic branded notebooks (you know the ones: they have that synthetic, squishy covering and scream MADE IN CHINA), cheap plastic pens and USB sticks have had their day when it comes to corporate gifting.
STEP AWAY FROM THE GENERIC BRANDED NOTEBOOK!
And I'll tell you why.
It comes down to three things really:
- It shows a lack of vision/originality on the part of the company/event that has bought them.
- But it also demonstrates a lack of desire to try and impress the client/guests with a gift that shows you actually tried to source a product that resonated with the recipient; or that made some kind of deeper connection.
- But more importantly, it shows a lack of interest in supporting your local economy by providing corporate gifts from local businesses. Belfast event: Belfast gifts, you get the general idea.
Corporate gifting in terms of sourcing unique, authentic products, whether it's food, clothing, stationery or art, is much more commonplace nowadays. So many independent, small businesses actually have a corporate gifting service and will happily offer a wide range of products for this purpose; including bulk discounts.
So, here's 3 ways to elevate your corporate gifts using PAPERCROWN NI today:
We have a whole library of original illustrations of Belfast/Northern Ireland landmarks (cos we champion our wee country, you see), that you can pop onto the front of a handmade notebook. We can even create a bespoke illustration for you, if there's something in particular you'd like, OR we can use your logo/branding.
It's really THAT simple.
Click here to place an order for your handmade pocket notebooks right now.
This is our bestselling original illustration of some very well known Belfast landmarks. However, we also have a similar Northern Ireland version. Nothing will pull on those heart-strings more, than seeing something familiar that reminds you of home; or that represents the uniqueness of a city in a memorable way (if you're a guest at an event, for example).
3. SCENTED CANDLES HAND POURED IN BELFAST
These are new to PAPERCROWN NI in 2026, and we're VERY excited about them! Hand-poured in Belfast and created to pay tribute to our lush landscapes and Irish heritage; like our shipbuilding history and infamous pub culture.
They have so much personality and charm; a synthetic, generic notebook is NO MATCH for these. I promise you!
There are four from our Belfast/NI collection and there's even a very special Scents of Titanic collection too.
We hope you have been inspired to go forth and seek out some unique and thoughtful corporate gifts for your clients or next event! If you would like to discuss our range of corporate gifts, please ask for our corporate catalogue by emailing hello@papercrownni.com or if it's branded notebooks you're after, don't forget to click here to place your order today!