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Bringing Sunny to Life: A Showcase of Creative Merch for Events

In a competitive marketplace, standing out is more than just a desire—it's a necessity. One proven way to etch a lasting impression in the minds of your audience is through creative merch for events, an area where K2 Creative excels with flying colors. This case study delves into how we breathed life into a new brand mascot, “Sunny,” for the Oregon State Fair, and crafted a range of custom merchandise that generated buzz and engagement galore.


Unveiling Sunny: The Prelude to Creative Merch for Events

The journey began with a simple yet challenging brief: The Oregon State Fair wanted to launch their new mascot named "Sunny." The objective was to bring the vibrant character of Sunny who would resonated with the fun and lively spirit of the fair, and to translate this character into a range of creative merch for events that attendees could interact with and take home.


Custom Plush Toy Designed for Oregon State Fair
Sunny Custom Plush Toy

Tailored Merchandise: More Than Just Memorabilia

Custom Plush Toys: Our design team meticulously crafted plush toys embodying Sunny’s cheerful persona. These weren’t just adorable keepsakes but encapsulated the playful essence of the fair, making them a hit among attendees.

Custom Knit Socks and Water Bottles: Taking brand engagement up a notch, we designed socks and water bottles with playful illustrations of Sunny, making them functional yet fun reminders of the event.

Engaging Photo Stations: Capturing Moments with Sunny

To bolster engagement, we set up selfie photo stations across the fairgrounds. Attendees could snap a picture with Sunny, sharing their fun moments on social media, thereby amplifying the event’s buzz and creating a cascade of online engagement.



Cohesive Branding: A Consistent Tale

All merchandise and interactive stations maintained a consistent brand messaging, ensuring a cohesive narrative that attendees could easily associate with the fair and our client’s brand.


The Power of Creative Merch for Events

The launch of Sunny and the accompanying creative merch for events not only generated buzz during the Oregon State Fair but also left a lasting impression, fostering a connection between the attendees and the brand. It was a testament to how well-thought-out merchandise and interactive experiences can serve as powerful tools in amplifying brand exposure and engagement.

At K2 Creative, we thrive on challenges that push the creative envelope, providing tailor-made solutions that resonate with your brand and audience. Dive deeper into our process and discover how we can elevate your brand through creative merch for events by contacting us today.

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