The LAMOSE Journal

Guides, stories, and ideas from our Calgary workshop. Tips on custom drinkware, gift inspiration, and behind-the-scenes looks at how we craft your favourites.

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Best Employee Welcome Kit Providers in Canada: Pick the Maker, Not the Reseller

Search "best welcome kit providers Canada" and every result is the same company: a catalog that buys stock items from somewhere else, drops a logo on them, and ships the box. That's fine for a mug you'll never look at...

We run a laser engraver and a UV printer side by side in Calgary. Here's when to pick each, what they cost, and which one outlasts the dishwasher.

Things Engraved closed all 73 Canadian stores in 2020 — LAMOSE actually started as an Edmonton mall kiosk before that. Here is where Edmontonians get engraving done now: jewelers, awards shops, or LAMOSE for steel tumblers and gifts.

Things Engraved closed all 73 Canadian stores in 2020 -- here's where Calgarians get engraving done now: jewelers for rings, awards shops for plaques, laser shops for parts, and LAMOSE for steel tumblers and gifts.

Short answer: The best teacher gift is something with the teacher's name on it that they use every day. An engraved tumbler runs $30–$40 and gets carried for years. The worst are slogan mugs, candles, and bath sets, which teachers...

Tumbler or water bottle? Tumblers excel at temperature retention for coffee and desk use. Bottles win for portability and active lifestyles. Here's how to choose.

Branded pens end up in a drawer. See why engraved tumblers hold up as a corporate gift, plus real pricing, minimums, and turnaround from a Calgary workshop.

Is stainless steel safe to drink from? Yes — food-grade 18/8 stainless steel is BPA-free, lead-free, and one of the safest materials for everyday drinking.

Why a Simple Logo Isn't Enough for a Milestone Anniversary

See how Lamose turned a simple logo into a 3-part storytelling collection for CAZA's 50th Anniversary. We offer full design services + 360° UV printing for corporate milestones.

Why Choose Custom UV Printed Drinkware for Souvenir Shops?

Custom UV printed drinkware offers souvenir shops a high-margin, durable merchandise option that resists fading and scratching compared to traditional screen printing. For Canadian retailers, sourcing locally allows for lower minimum order quantities (MOQs) and faster restock times, ensuring popular designs like zoo animals or local landmarks are always available for tourists.

However, choosing the wrong printing technology can lead to peeling designs and customer returns. Below, we analyze how the Calgary Zoo avoided these pitfalls using our latest 360° UV tech.

7 Real Benefits of a Stainless Steel Tumbler

Cold for 12 hours, hot for 6 - 18/8 food-grade steel that survives drops and never holds onto old flavor. 7 real reasons a steel tumbler earns its spot.

Turns out, the World's best tasting coffee is hugged by Enamel

Transform your coffee ritual with the Peyto Pro Enamel 12oz Insulated Tumbler.

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