Keep Calm and Carry on, has been my mantra all week.   It’s been a really crazy week.   It’s now finally Friday, and seeing these Custom oval magnets in production, I just had to call the owner Mary Beth and ask to use these bad boys as our Magnet of the Week!

This design was made in 1939 by the British Government intended to raise moral during the beginning of the Second World War.   The posters were rediscovered in 2000 and have been re-issued by tons of companies as a decorative theme for major labels and products.

In this case these magnets are being sold in a nautical themed retail store, visit them online: http://www.shipshatch.com/

The New England Center for Homeless Veterans had their logo made into custom shape magnets.  As you can see, their custom logo is of 2 dog tags chained together with information about the company written on the tags.   We think it’s a great idea for promotional magnets and a very clever design!

Based in Boston the Mission of the New England Center for homeless Veterans is to extend a helping hand to homeless men and women veterans.  Veterans gave the ultimate sacrifice to our beautiful country, and we thank the NECHV for their continued support and care.

Save the Date Magnets are not just for weddings!  We see family reunions, company picnics, birthdays, christenings and tons more – anything that has a date, can be a reminder on your fridge (or lamp, or car, or speaker, or frame… you get the point)!

If you’re looking to order some Save the Date Magnets and save some cash go visit the Save the Date page on our Magnets.com website – Click on our Google+ icon and when we reach 100+’s we will be releasing a huge coupon – comment on this post to be notified when we reach our goal!

Every few weeks we make magnets for the Backstage Artist Lounge.  Their very cool designs reflect their own unique style and the bands they tour with.

“The Backstage Artist Lounge business model creates value by taking brands on tour, creating content, attracting publicity, supporting artists, promoting festivals/tours, and producing the exclusive artist area backstage at major concerts where sponsors connect with talented bands for product sampling and relationship building opportunities.”

This week I chose one of their most recent designs, and just had to throw in an image of  Marcos, Guitarist from the band P.O.D. who is posing with one of our Magnets.  We are so proud and feeling a little bit rockstar, we are thinking studded belts for all!

What’s sweeter than being the Magnet of the Week?  Well, quite possible our Magnet of the week – Capital Confectioners’.   In Austin Texas, Capital Confectioners’ they hold an annual Sugar Art Show & Cake Competition! That’s right, a cake club!

Capital Confectioners’ have a growing 35,000 vendors from all over the world.  Each year is given a theme – 2012 is “Renaissance”!  Cakes can range from children’s cakes to masters and professionals; there are non themed categories too like, wedding , party and special occasion cakes.

The show offers cake art classes and celebrity spotting from (my favorite channel) the food network.  They also have a tasting competition and I can’t stop thinking – how on earth do I become a judge?

Visit: http://thattakesthecake.org/

Do you like fancy cakes too? First 5 people that leave a comment get a 10% off their next order!

Entrepreneurs are fascinated with quotes.  The words from Poets, Authors, Leaders and Legends can say just the right thing to add some wind to your sails.  They spark us to creativity, build esteem, motivate and inspire us to write goals and dream big.  They can be the evidence that success is truly possible.

Here are our top 12 favorite quotes – it was just too hard to narrow down to 10.  So jot them down, memorize your favorite, scribble them on the walls, brand them on your palm, write them on post-its and decorate your office! Be inspired, believe in yourself, believe in your company, your employees and do whatever it takes to keep inspiration close at hand.

The longer you’re not taking action the more money you’re losing – Carrie Wilkerson

Entrepreneurship is living a few years of your life like most people won’t so you can spend the rest of your life like most people can’t – A student in Warren G. Tracy’s class

Be nice to geeks, you’ll probably end up working for one – Bill Gates

It’s easier to ask forgiveness than it is to get permission – Grace Hopper

The loudest one in the room is the weakest one in the room - American Gangster

Doing business without advertising is like winking at a girl in the dark, you know what you are doing but nobody else does – Ed Howe

Everyone has an invisible sign hanging from their neck saying, ‘make me feel important.’ Never forget this message when working with people – Mary Kay Ash

Whether you think you can or you can’t, you’re right - Henry Ford

Always treat your employees exactly as you want them to treat your best customers – Stephen R. Covey

I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed­ – Michael Jordan, Basketball Legend and Entrepreneur

A business has to be involving, it has to be fun, and it has to exercise your creative instincts – Richard Branson, Entrepreneur

Those who try to do something and fail are infinitely better than those who try nothing and succeed -Lloyd Jones

Got a quote that moves you?

Comment below, we would LOVE to hear yours!

You might be wondering what the science is behind having contests that require likes on Facebook or followers on Twitter. After all, how many friends do people really have, right? Well for us, the incentive is really about sharing good news.

And goodness, do we have good news for you!  Two pieces, in fact!

From now until July 4th, we’ve got some great discounts on our already low prices!

• Orders totaling $145 should use the promo code July10 for $10 off.
• Orders totaling $250 should use the promo code July25 for $25 off.
• Orders totaling $375 should use the promo code July40 for $40 off.
• Orders totaling $700 should use the promo code July90 for $90 off.

Need another reason to spread the word? Have you heard about our $50 4th of July Visa Gift Card contest?! If not, get in on the action! Just have at least five friends like us on Facebook or Twitter and we’ll enter you in a drawing to win a $50 Visa Gift Card.

Enjoy the holiday weekend, and have a bit of fun with Magnets.com

One of the most important departments within Magnets.com is the art department and we would like to introduce you to its newest member:  Michael Gonzales. Beginning his tenure at Magnets.com  in early March, he has quickly become one of our stars. Prior to coming to us, Michael was a freelancer.

Q: Why did you choose to pursue a career in graphic design?

A: Graphic Design seemed to be the most rewarding career path that I could pursue while being able to serve a purpose as well as expressing my inner abilities. Being slightly hearing impaired greatly affected my decision.  It is said that what you lack in one of your senses, you make up for it with another. “Visual Communication” just made a lot of sense to me.

Q: As an artist, what do you find to be the most challenging aspect of the position? …the most satisfying?

A: The most challenging aspect has to be translating another person’s idea and putting it to the canvas while making sure my “touches” doesn’t overwhelm their idea/personality. The most satisfying aspect comes on the opposite end when the customer/client really loves the final design, something that the both of us can be proud of.

Q: What do you like to do when you are not a work?

A: I am a diehard supporter of the New York Red Bulls (fans love the game, supporters live the game).  During the MLS season, my life is consumed by soccer. When I’m not busy rooting for or following the team, I like to relax by reading up on new technologies or by spending some time outdoors, most likely flying a kite.

Q: As the newest member of the art team, what are your initial thoughts about the department?

A: The art department is definitely the most dynamic group I’ve ever worked with. We all get along really well and seem to feed off of each other’s ideas and passion for design. I am really enjoying my time here so far!

Magnets.com definitely agrees with Michael regarding the art department. They’re creative and hard-working. We also want to add that they’re hard work comes at no extra charge – simply send us your information, photos and artwork and Michael and the rest of the team will get right to work perfecting your design.

Strategic internet marketing is certainly Eric’s forte! He is the mastermind behind many of our marketing efforts and he is super intelligent, witty and smart! After working for some of the top companies in New York, we are lucky to have him aboard! Eric joined our team approximately two years ago as the Internet Marketing Manager and he brought his interactive marketing expertise and innovative ideas along with him.

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