3D Printed Enclosures: Measure Company Culture in Real Time
April 17, 2018
Necessity may be the mother of invention, but sometimes it is opportunity that creates a context ripe for thoughtful design intervention. We talked to UX Designer Jared Foote of Deloitte Digital a...
Infinity Scope: Reflect on All That is Possible
March 14, 2018
Last year was huge for Hot Pop Factory thanks to our clients and collaborators who provide endless inspiration. When 2018 got underway we decided to repay the favour and express our appreciation w...
Looking Back at 2017 and Looking Ahead
January 24, 2018
The new year is definitely in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited about what we have in store. Our team spent the break resting, reflecting, and catching up with families in the Netherlan...
Our Clients Looked Laser Sharp at the OOAK Tradeshow
December 5, 2017
Toronto’s annual One of a Kind Show is one of North America’s largest and most popular craft shows. Launched in 1975, it’s a boon for Southern Ontario maker entrepreneurs. We were proud (in ki...
Custom Engraving Gift Guide
December 1, 2017
It's that time of year and searching for the perfect gift really can be easy. We've helped countless customers hit it out of the park with their loved ones and colleagues - by putting a personal t...

Amongst the throng of Toronto‘s densely populated coffee market, Pilot Coffee Roasters stand apart from the crowd. Ethical and diligent in sourcing beans from leading plantations in Brazil, Cost...
How to Rock at Holiday Markets OOAK 2017 Edition
October 13, 2017Hello fellow makers! With holiday market season coming up, we put together some inspiration, and useful tips to help you prepare for a knockout booth display and efficient production to maximize sal...
Case Study: Helping Twitter Stay On-Brand at Events & Trade Shows
October 10, 2017
Companies with singular products demand unique design solutions. For the last two years we’ve executed several projects for Twitter Canada and we’re really proud of the results. Since we’ve ...
Bespoke Marketing – Hot Pop Factory Style
October 1, 2017
Conference and event season is in full swing and the the end of year is approaching—which means most companies are making decisions about the booths and kiosks, custom gifts and the crucial enga...
Spotlight: Tips for Growing a Maker Business from Diana Watters Handmade
September 7, 2017
“I love how a design we've imagined comes to life on a blank piece of fabric or wood It's so satisfying to see the pattern reveal itself slowly,” says designer Diana Watters about the zen of cro...