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Christmas, Eggnog, and the Chaos of Holiday Cheer

From medieval possets to modern spiked cups, the story of Christmas and eggnog is a wild ride across centuries, traditions, and imperfect celebrations. Dive into a festive exploration of ancient feasts, yuletide chaos, and the drink that became synonymous with holiday cheer—even when the tree is crooked and the lights don’t work.

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“The Death of Generic: Why Your Print-on-Demand Store Needs ...

Everyone’s selling T-shirts. Few are building brands. In 2025, the print-on-demand world is drowning in copycats, keyword-chasers, and soulless designs. This is your wake-up call: to build something that breathes, bleeds, and actually matters — before AI turns your art into background noise.

Teka Originals 2025 Press Release

"Artist choosing between Etsy’s crowded marketplace and Shopify’s open creative path — symbolizing freedom, ownership, and the future of print-on-demand creators."

Etsy or Shopify? The Print-on-Demand Showdown That Actually ...

Etsy or Shopify — two names every creator eventually battles with. One sells the illusion of community; the other demands you build your own empire. But which one’s worth your sweat? Forget influencer clickbait — this is the honest, behind-the-curtain breakdown of what it actually feels like to run print-on-demand on each. No fluff, no fake success stories — just the real grind, creator to creator.

Teka Originals 2025 Press Release

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Print on Demand Without Selling Your Soul: The Real Creator’...

Most guides tell you how to make quick money. This one tells you how not to lose yourself in the process. Because print-on-demand was supposed to free creators, not turn them into cookie-cutter brands. This is the truth behind what it takes to build a real print-on-demand business that actually feels like yours — not another soulless drop-shipping clone.

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Coffee Mug Guide — Best Picks & Care Tips

The humble coffee mug isn’t just a cup — it’s a daily ritual, a personality test, and sometimes, a small act of rebellion. From hand-thrown ceramics that cradle your morning to travel mugs that survive rush-hour chaos, your mug says more about you than your words do before caffeine hits. This guide breaks down design, material, and meaning — from heat retention science to the soul of sustainability. Because coffee isn’t just about the brew — it’s about the vessel that carries your calm. Choose wisely. Sip slower. And never underestimate the power of your coffee mug.

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Trendy or Timeless: Why Originality Beats the Algorithm

Trends die. Originality doesn’t. In a world obsessed with “what’s viral,” too many creators forget why they started creating. This is a story about rebellion — about saying no to the algorithm and yes to your soul. Stephen Matthews pulls back the curtain on why chasing trends is creative suicide, and how originality still builds brands that last — from sarcastic shirts to timeless plaques built with real passion, not approval.

Teka Originals Press Release