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Packaging Blog – page 6
62 guides on materials, printing, sizing and shipping

February 27, 2025 · 7 min read
The role of biodegradable packaging materials in reducing plastic waste
Plastic waste is a global crisis. Explore biodegradable packaging as a solution! Understand its role in reducing pollution and building a sustainable future.
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February 19, 2025 · 9 min read
What Are Eco-Friendly Packaging Materials? A 2026 Guide
What are eco-friendly packaging materials? A guide to biodegradable, recyclable and compostable options that protect products and the environment.
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February 19, 2025 · 9 min read
Candle Packaging Ideas: Creative Tips and Design Elements for Success
Candle packaging ideas for small brands: box types, inserts that protect glass, labels, summer shipping, a sizing example and a table to help you decide.
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February 12, 2025 · 11 min read
10 Unique Box Designs That Will Make Your Product Stand Out
Ten unique box designs that stand out: windows, shapes, drawers, magnets, nested reveals and inside print, with when to use each, rough cost and a checklist.
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February 10, 2025 · 9 min read
How to Choose the Right Colors for Your Custom Packaging (Psychology of Color)
How to choose colors for custom packaging: pick a brand palette, check contrast, understand CMYK vs Pantone, see how white and kraft change color, and proof.
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February 10, 2025 · 10 min read
8 Affordable Yet Beautiful Jewelry Packaging Ideas for Small Brands
Eight affordable jewelry packaging ideas for small brands, with box sizes, inserts, budget levels and tips to keep costs down without losing the premium look.
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February 10, 2025 · 9 min read
Food Packaging Materials 101: What Every Business Should Know
Food packaging materials 101: what every business should know about protecting food, keeping it fresh and balancing cost with safety and sustainability.
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January 6, 2025 · 8 min read
6 Ways to Reuse Packaging Boxes
Six creative ways to reuse packaging boxes at home or in your business, to cut waste, save money and keep cardboard out of landfills.
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December 30, 2024 · 11 min read
How to Measure The Dimensions of a Box Correctly?
How to measure the dimensions of a box correctly: length, width and height in the right order, with tips for accurate shipping and custom packaging.
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December 30, 2024 · 10 min read
How To Prepare Dielines For Prepress & Printing
How to prepare a dieline for prepress and printing: layers, line colors, bleed, safe area, fonts, images, CMYK or Pantone, file formats and a checklist.
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