Top Corporate Gifting Ideas to Strengthen Business Relationships and Drive Growth
If there’s one thing we’ve learned building Say it with a Pin, it’s this: relationships grow when they’re nurtured with intention, creativity, and a little bit of surprise. Whether you're thanking a loyal client, appreciating a hard-working team, or trying to spark a new connection, gifting is a powerful language—and most brands are speaking it wrong.
The era of throwaway merch is over. No more boring mugs or forgettable pen sets. It’s time for gifts that feel personal, creative, and good for the planet. At Say it with a Pin, we specialize in expressive, sustainable, design-forward products that tell stories—and help you build better business relationships in the process.
Let’s talk about how thoughtful corporate gifting can elevate your brand and drive serious impact—while making people genuinely smile.
Why Corporate Gifting Needs a Rethink
The modern workplace has changed. So have expectations.
- Employees want to feel valued and inspired, not just paid.
- Clients want authentic relationships, not transactional gestures.
- And consumers? They’re looking for brands that align with their values—especially around sustainability, creativity, and human connection.
Done right, corporate gifts can:
- Spark employee motivation
- Deepen client loyalty
- Reflect your brand values
- Drive growth through emotional engagement
And done wrong? They become clutter. Or worse, landfill.
So how do we do it right?
Gifting Ideas That Work (and Why)
Here’s our curated guide to corporate gifting ideas that actually make a difference—most of them made by our team at Say it with a Pin, and a few gems we just really admire.
1. DIY Fridge Magnet Kits (For Team Creativity and Play)
Perfect for onboarding kits, remote teams, or internal campaigns, our DIY Fridge Magnet Kits let recipients paint, personalize, and play. Every kit includes wooden bases, vibrant paints, brushes, and instructions. You can even include prompts like “Create your team mantra” or “Design your dream workspace motto.”
Why it works: Taps into creativity, offers a mindful break from screen time, and makes something meaningful that lives on their fridge (and in their mind).
2. Custom Wooden Earrings and Wearables (Stylish, Sustainable, Unforgettable)
Our wooden earrings are small-batch, hand-painted, and surprisingly expressive. We offer thematic collections (like “Bold Boss Energy” or “Flow Mode Activated”) and custom corporate drops. Ideal for celebrating your boldest team members or gifting creative collaborators. And hey, it's an inclusive gift for all genders!
Why it works: It’s wearable art that sparks compliments and conversations. And yes—it’s sustainable and lightweight.
3. Personalized Keychains and Coasters (Practical + Emotional)
Keychains and coasters don’t have to be boring. Ours are handcrafted from wood, personalized with names, mantras, or messages, and designed to stay in use (and in view).
Great for:
- Employee welcome kits
- Client gifting tiers
- Minimalist merch that still speaks volumes
Why it works: Practical gifts that don’t feel generic = instant win.
4. Poetry Blocks (The Gift of Words)
If your brand is poetic, bold, or deeply values emotional intelligence—these are your moment. Our wooden poetry blocks are mix-and-match sets that let the recipient build their own affirmations, jokes, or team slogans.
Custom poetry kits are a brilliant way to blend wordplay with identity. Ideal for culture-forward teams and high-engagement campaigns.
Why it works: Unique, interactive, and endlessly reconfigurable. They live on desks, spark creativity, and foster brand affinity.
5. DIY Wooden Sculptures (For Vision-Driven Teams)
These aren’t just desk toys. Our DIY Wooden Sculpture Kits encourage imaginative thinking and hands-on mindfulness. Each kit comes with interlocking pieces, paints, and assembly instructions—think modern art meets mindful play.
Why it works: Encourages creativity, tactile engagement, and a sense of ownership. Great for team-building and leadership gifting.
6. Bespoke Brand Kits (Your Identity, Our Craft)
We specialize in custom brand kits that capture your values through physical objects. Whether it's an eco-styled launch gift box, a "thank you" pack for remote teams, or a client loyalty kit, we co-create with you—designing every element with intention.
Include your choice of:
- Fridge magnets
- Pins
- Sculptures
- Keychains
- Poetry blocks
Custom messages, art cards, and sustainable packaging
Why it works: Zero generic swag. 100% brand storytelling.
🌿 Add-on: Eco-Friendly Packaging That Tells a Story
Every gift we send is packaged with purpose. From seed paper thank-you notes to recycled Kraft boxes, we make sure your unboxing moment feels aligned with your values.
A Few Brilliant Finds From Other Creators We Love
At Say it with a Pin, we’re big believers in creative collaboration and curating the unexpected. Here are a few of our favourite finds from other platforms:
🪴 From Uncommon Goods:
- Self-Watering Planters with Face Pots – Sustainable, quirky, and perfect for desks.
- Customizable Company Yearbooks – For smaller teams or startups, these are both emotional and archival.
🎯 From Kikkerland:
- Decision Maker Paperweight – For every indecisive manager out there.
- Recycled Cardboard Standing Desk Kit – Super functional and fun for home offices.
Pro Tip: Pair a Say it with a Pin magnet or mini sculpture with any of these finds to create a layered gift experience that feels intentional and highly memorable.
Why Say it with a Pin is Your Ideal Corporate Gifting Partner
We’re not a swag factory. We’re a creative studio that crafts conversation-worthy, sustainable merchandise with soul.
When you work with us, you get:
- 🛠️ Custom-designed gifts tailored to your goals
- 🎨 DIY kits that activate creativity
- 🌍 Eco-conscious materials and processes
- 📦 Scalable shipping for global teams
- 💡 Strategic input on how to make your gifting moments unforgettable
Whether you’re building an employee engagement program or launching a client appreciation campaign, we partner with you to deliver more than just a gift—we deliver an experience.
Let’s Wrap This Up (Pun Intended)
Corporate gifting isn’t about spending big—it’s about gifting smart. It’s about giving something that resonates, that inspires, that doesn’t end up in a drawer. From creative DIY kits to custom poetry blocks and beautiful wearables, Say it with a Pin is here to help you build meaningful business relationships—one expressive object at a time.
Ready to co-create something beautiful?
📩 Let’s talk: hello@sayitwithapin.com
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