Heading to Sydney Investment Week this December? Good call. It’s the ideal stage to spotlight PNG innovation. The merch you hand out is part of that story. Choose the right product and decoration method, and your brand will look sharp, feel premium, and stay in use long after the event.

Below is a quick guide to the decoration methods we use at Brand Hero PNG. What they are, when to use them, and how to brief us fast so you get it right first time.

Why Decoration Method Matters

The same tote bag can look completely different depending on how the logo is applied. The method affects colour, durability, texture, and cost. Get it right, and your merch looks consistent across bottles, bags, notebooks and more.

Decoration Methods at a Glance

Digital Printing
Direct-to-item, full-colour printing for flat or slightly curved surfaces. Great for notebooks, mugs, speakers and phone stands.
Best for: Full-colour logos, gradients, fine detail.

Rotary Digital Printing
Same digital tech, made for cylinders. Wraps art around bottles and travel mugs for a seamless look.
Best for: Bottles with big designs.

Laser Engraving
A laser etches the design into the surface. No ink, just texture and contrast. Long-lasting and high-end.
Best for: Premium gifts like pens, USB sticks or cheese boards.

Pad Printing
Ink is stamped onto curved or awkward shapes. Works well on pens, sunglasses and stress balls.
Best for: Small or curved items with simple logos.

Screen Printing
Ink is pushed through a stencil screen for bold, durable results. Great for bags, paper bags and team shirts.
Best for: High-impact logos for large-volume giveaways.

Digital Labels
CMYK-printed labels applied by hand. Useful for small runs or when you need full colour without complex setup.
Best for: Snacks, small-run folders and bundles.

Digital Transfer
Your design is printed on a film, then heat-pressed to fabric. Colours stay vibrant on light or dark materials.
Best for: Bags or textiles with detailed full-colour art.

Sublimation
Heat-pressed dyes bond with white polyester. No cracking or peeling, just vivid, long-lasting colour.
Best for: Team shirts, desk mats and coolers.

Smart Picks for Sydney Investment Week

Water bottles: Rotary Digital Printing for wraparound branding. Add a QR to your pitch deck. Explore Water Bottles

Executive gifts: Laser-engraved pens or desk items. They’re premium and built to last. Explore Gift Packs

High-volume giveaways: Screen-printed totes or paper bags. Bold, durable and cost-effective. Explore Tote Bags

Small handouts: Pad-printed pens, stress balls or Digital Labels on snacks. Explore Pens

Artwork Tips That Save Time

• Skip transparent-to-nothing fades if you’re using Digital or Rotary Digital
• For accurate Pantones on dark items, use Digital Printing with white underlay
• Keep small type bold, especially with Pad or Screen Printing
• Make sure the fabric can handle heat if you’re using Digital Transfer
• Use white polyester only for Sublimation

How We Help

We’ll help you choose the right mix of merch and decoration methods, prepare artwork, and manage production. We can even deliver directly to your hotel or event venue so you don’t have to carry extra boxes.

Ready to start?

December is close. Lock in your items, brief your artwork, and tell us your goals and quantities. We’ll take care of the rest.

Let’s put PNG quality on show in Sydney. Message us for a tailored merch plan that fits your brand, audience and budget.