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Packaging Blog – page 5
62 guides on materials, printing, sizing and shipping

May 18, 2025 · 7 min read
What Are Branded Boxes?
What are branded boxes? Find out their benefits, types, and how they boost your brand with custom, eye-catching packaging!
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May 18, 2025 · 7 min read
Product Inserts Explained: Marketing vs Protective
Product inserts have two meanings: marketing cards and coupons, or protective inserts that hold the product. See the types, sizing and how to choose.
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May 11, 2025 · 10 min read
How To Make Packaging Sleeves?
Learn how to make packaging sleeves step by step: materials, sizing, printing and finishing for branded sleeves that slide over boxes and containers.
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May 11, 2025 · 11 min read
Where To Place Shipping Label on Box?
Put the shipping label on the largest flat side of the box, usually the top, away from seams and edges. See where to place it on boxes, tubes, bags and more.
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May 11, 2025 · 7 min read
What Boxes Are Good For Shipping?
Corrugated boxes that fit the product snugly are best for shipping. Compare mailer and shipping boxes, board strength, sizing, filler and costs by product.
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May 3, 2025 · 9 min read
How to Put Tissue Paper in a Gift Bag
How to put tissue paper in a gift bag: step by step, how many sheets to use, four styles (fan, puff, layered, wrapped), colors, and tips for fragile gifts.
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May 3, 2025 · 10 min read
How to Make a Bag Out of Wrapping Paper
How to make a bag out of wrapping paper: a flat-bottom bag from one sheet, with a size chart, cutting measurements, folds, glue, handles and common mistakes.
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April 27, 2025 · 7 min read
How Do Customers Most Benefit from Packaging Design?
How do customers benefit from packaging design? Protection, clear information, easy opening, reuse and trust, with practical design choices and a checklist.
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April 27, 2025 · 8 min read
How to Make a Custom Box?
How to make a custom box for your business: decide the job, style, inside size, material, finish and artwork, then check a sample and order.
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April 27, 2025 · 9 min read
What Are Custom Packaging Boxes?
Custom packaging boxes are made to your size, structure, print and finish. Learn the box types, how ordering works and what drives the cost.
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