Pepsi Should Make Throwback Formula "the Pepsi"

I apparently haven’t been keeping up with the Pepsi throwbacks. I found a new version (from the 80s(?) at my local supermarket. And of course, I had to buy ’em! I still prefer the first throwback design. It’s clean simple, nostalgic, and just plain cool. Pepsi needs to ditch the current formula, go back to … Read more

Cheezy Trek T-Shirt Offer

The people at Cheez-It crack me up. They have a nice Trek related t-shirt reward on their recent packaging. It’s a pretty cool lookin’ shirt: This is the part that cracks me up: Now, I know that the new Star Trek has a broader appeal; however, I’m fairly confident that most “regular” folks won’t be … Read more

New Zazzle Ts: Designer Math

New t-shirt design available from my Zazzle shop! If you thought Algebra was hard, then you’re probably a designer. We might have a job that’s more fun, but our math isn’t much easier, just different. Available in Men’s and Women’s sizes on my Zazzle shop. T-shirt reads:Can you place the Illy file into ID and … Read more

Ponoko: Make Your Own Products!

As a creative, I make prints of my 2-d illustrations and have my designs printed, which is great. Ponoko takes it to the next level and allows you to turn your creativity loose on making real objects! Whether it’s a one-off prototype or special gift, this is just really cool! I don’t know what I’m going … Read more

Not-As-Upscale

From my friends over at HOW comes this NY Times (free registration required) article talking about upscale brands feeling the pinch of the financial “crisis”. And they seem to be utilizing some low-end tactics to keep the customers coming: coupons and steep discounts. Is this a new trend until the financial storm blows over? For designers: … Read more

Suggestive Selling Gone Awry

So I was browsing Amazon the other day, looking at Weed Whackers (or edgers). And I’m sure you are familiar with Amazon’s “People Who Bought This Item Also Bought” feature. Well, I gotta admit, I never thought of buying an edger and TP in the same purchase. Is it to wipe the edger when you’re … Read more