Category: Box Design
How to Start a Product-Based Business: Packaging Guide
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
In product-based businesses, delaying startup packaging decisions to the final stage of product development can lead to rushed choices with serious consequences. With no time to measure and test boxes, packaging may end up oversized or lacking in stacking strength and damage control. In an interview with Food Navigator USA, packaging strategist Greg Lawson said that when packaging is a "downstream execution task," problems are likely...
Packaging ROI: Building Growth Beyond the Unboxing
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Managing business costs involves studying every aspect of operations, including packaging ROI if you sell physical products. Packaging...
Your Packaging Strategy Guide: How Custom Packaging Builds and Grows Your Brand
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
A solid packaging strategy doesn't start when your product is ready to ship. It starts the moment you...
Custom Packaging by Product Type: Food Packaging, Beauty, CBD, Candles, and More
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: Why Product Type Should Guide Packaging The right packaging starts with the product. Food packaging needs...
Packaging by Industry: Custom Packaging Solutions for Food, Beauty, Ecommerce, and More
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Is generic packaging really the most cost-effective option for businesses? Not necessarily. While some may think generic is...
Color & Prepress Guide for Packaging: CMYK vs RGB vs Pantone, and Print-Ready Files Explained
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
CMYK vs RGB mistakes are one of the biggest reasons packaging projects experience delays, unexpected color shifts, blurry...
Packaging Finishes and Coatings Guide: UV, Spot UV, Lamination, and More Explained
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: Which Packaging Finish Should You Choose? Choosing packaging finishes gets easier when you start with the...
How to Choose the Right Printing Method for Custom Boxes
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Still think packaging is just for protection? Think again. Packaging can be an impactful marketing tool that enhances...
The Complete Guide to Packaging Printing & Finishes (Digital Printing vs Offset Explained)
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Digital printing can help launch a packaging project quickly, but speed doesn't eliminate production mistakes. A box can...
How to Design Packaging: Tools, Templates, and Dieline Workflow Guide
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Nailing your packaging design workflow right from the jump can be the only thing keeping you from a...
How to Test Custom Packaging for Strength, Quality, and Compliance
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
How do you know if a custom packaging manufacturer is reliable? They test every packaging design and material...
Custom Packaging Add-Ons Guide: Inserts, Paper Bags, and Display Boxes
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
For businesses that truly value products – and customers – packaging is more than just a box. It’s...
Custom Packaging Vendor Guide: How to Compare Suppliers and Avoid Costly Mistakes
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
A packaging supplier affects more than the appearance of the final box. I’ve seen packaging quotes that seem...
Custom Box Printing Options: A Complete Guide
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Since a packaging’s look and durability influence marketability, choosing from popular custom box printing options is crucial for...
Best Custom Boxes for Startups on a Budget
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Custom boxes for startups can do a lot more heavy lifting than most founders expect. They protect the...
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Designing Custom Boxes
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Custom box design mistakes rarely happen because businesses don’t care about packaging. I’ve seen brands invest heavily in...
How to Design Custom Boxes Online: A Step-by-Step Guide
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Designing custom boxes online used to require a packaging designer, expensive prototypes, and weeks of back-and-forth with manufacturers....
Custom Packaging for Food & Beverage Products
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
How many times did you choose a certain product over another one just because the former has attention-grabbing...
The Great American Holiday Table: How Inflation, AI, and Nostalgia Are Shaping Celebrations
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
For many families, the holidays have always been a time of comfort, celebration, and tradition — but this...
What Is Embossing? Techniques, Tools, and Creative Uses in Paper Design
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
If you’ve ever run your fingers over a wedding invitation or a business card and felt that slightly...
How to Create PR Packages (And Make Them Successful)
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: How to Create PR Packages Creating effective PR packages means combining standout design with thoughtful presentation...
How to Use QR Codes for Smarter Product Packaging (5 Examples)
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Smart packaging is changing the way we approach product packaging from both a business and consumer perspective. As...
How AI is Reshaping the Packaging Industry
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
AI has quickly become a ubiquitous part of everyday life. Tools like ChatGPT and Claude have brought generative...
10 Critical Packaging and Printing Statistics You Need to Know
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
After becoming aware of upcoming trends in product packaging, you might be looking for more reasons to review...
Candle Packaging: Standout Design Elements, Tips, and Ideas
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
The value of the candle box market reached $3.48 billion in 2023 and is projected to hit $5.80...
A Comprehensive Guide to Eye-Catching Ice Cream Packaging
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: Best Ice Cream Packaging Ideas Great ice cream packaging needs to balance function and fun—it should...
Make a Splash with These 5 Creative Soap Packaging Ideas
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Soap packaging has come a long way from bland cardboard boxes. With the growing popularity of artisan cleansers...
Simplify and Shine with Minimalist Packaging Design
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Packaging is a canvas for creativity. For decades, the norm has been designs that scream "Over here!" with...
FOL vs. RSC Boxes: A Showdown Between Corrugated Boxes
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
With brands and customers actively seeking alternatives to plastic packaging, there's a rising demand for paper-based options in...
Hemp Packaging: Good For You, Better For The Planet
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What Are Hemp Packaging Boxes? Hemp packaging boxes are made from hemp fibers, offering an eco-friendly,...
10 Small Business Packaging Ideas to Elevate Your Brand
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: The Best Small Business Packaging Ideas For small businesses, packaging should be both cost-effective and memorable....
From Cardboard to Cash: How Custom Packaging Drives Sales
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
A boutique bakery swaps generic containers for charming, colorful, whimsical cookie tins. Charmed by the unique packaging, customers...
Beyond the Box: Unwrapping Top Trends in the Custom Packaging Industry
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
This year unpacks innovative trends that will make your bubble wrap burst with excitement. However, these packaging trends...
Discreet Packaging: The Ultimate Retail Embarrassment Cure
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Thanks to e-commerce, items we're ashamed to buy in-store are now available online. A OnePoll survey revealed that...
Optimizing Packaging for Marketing: 7 Client Engagement Keys
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Before consumers see your product, the packaging grabs their attention. Your box's material appeals to the sense of...
How to Increase Your Ad Campaign’s ROI By Showcasing Custom Packaging (6 Steps)
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Packaging is the latest addition to the marketing "Ps" that include product, price, people, place, promotion, physical evidence,...
Where to Find Remarkable Patterns for Packaging Design
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Patterns are everywhere. The repeated arrangement of shapes, lines, and colors can frequently be found in nature, such...
How to Find an Incredible Packaging Designer (5 Critical Factors)
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Packaging designers are the secret stars behind popular brands, developing imagery and messaging that consumers love to recall...
Packaging Definitions: Complete Glossary of Printing Terminology (335+ Terms)
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Does it ever sound like your packaging designer is speaking a different language? Well, in some sense, they...
Raster vs Vector: Essential Printing Guide to Image File Formats
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
If you’ve been working with packaging for some time, you’ve probably heard about rasters and vectors before. These...
Subscription Box Packaging Design Essentials You Need to Know
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
The subscription box is an e-commerce marketing technique and distribution method involving the regular delivery of items selected...
Designing Custom CBD Packaging Boxes: The Complete Guide
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
What are the Best Custom CBD Packaging Ideas? Every state treats CBD packaging differently, which leaves brands juggling...
Rigid Boxes: A Complete Guide to Luxury Packaging
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: Why Use Luxury Rigid Boxes? Luxury rigid boxes are premium, durable packaging options that elevate the...
The Ultimate Guide to Custom Shipping Boxes
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
First impressions count and, in the age of e-commerce, the first point of physical contact many customers have...
The Ultimate Guide to Mailer Boxes
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
What’s both stylish and can be shipped directly in the mail? A mailer box! These not-so-humble box mailers...
21 Box Design Ideas to Pump Up Your Packaging
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What are the Best Box Packaging Design Ideas? Effective packaging combines form and function—great design makes...
The Ultimate Guide to Carton Boxes: Carton Packaging 101
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: Why Use Carton Boxes for Product Packaging? Carton boxes—especially folding cartons—are a versatile, lightweight, and cost-effective...
What Are The RGB & CMYK Color Models In Printing? Learn Color Modes.
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Color can make or break a product’s packaging design. Think about the red and yellow arches that are...
What is the Pantone Color Matching System (PMS)?
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What is the Pantone Color Matching System (PMS)? The Pantone Matching System (PMS) is a standardized...
The Ultimate Guide to Different Types of Packaging: Which is Right for You?
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What are the Best Product Packaging Options? The most popular packaging types include folding cartons (ideal...
The Best Ways to Reduce Packaging Costs: Thinking Outside the Box
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
If you're looking for ways to reduce packaging costs while increasing profits, you're in luck. There are several...
The Complete Guide to Custom Retail Packaging
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Tired of seeing your online ecommerce sales totals fall far below your forecasted numbers? Disappointed you can't seem...
The Beginner’s Guide to Ecommerce Packaging
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Often overlooked and underappreciated in the world of ecommerce logistics are the boxes and packaging in which you...
How to Create Shareable Packaging for Instagram, TikTok, and PR Campaigns
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Unboxing experience videos are some of the most-watched content on YouTube and TikTok right now, and the packaging...
The Complete Guide to Packaging Design & Branding for Custom Boxes
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What makes packaging design actually effective and not just pretty? When creating a customized packaging design...
How to Design Cosmetic Packaging That Sells, Step-By-Step
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What are the Best Custom Beauty & Cosmetic Packaging Ideas? Cosmetic packaging should reflect your brand’s...
Ultimate Guide to Custom Boxes for Product Packaging and Branding
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
If you're losing money on damaged shipments or packaging that does little for your brand, this guide to...
How to Design and Personalize Holiday Packaging
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
The holiday season is a truly sensory experience: the aromas of cinnamon and gingerbread, the sound of Christmas...
Packaging Design Ideas: Trends, Minimalist vs Luxury & Best Practices
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What Packaging Design Style Is Right for Your Brand? DTC wellness/skincare: Minimalist design, eco-friendly materials Luxury...
The Ins and Outs: Box Design Tips You Need to Know
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
I’m not an impulse shopper, but I can tell you that, on occasion, I’ve bought something purely based...
Why Big Businesses Buy Custom Printed Boxes (And You Should, Too)
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
It’s just a box, right? Not nowadays. Boxes are no longer merely a way to get your goods...
Beginner’s Guide to Box Design: How to Set Your Company Apart
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
We’ve all heard the old adage, “don’t judge a book by its cover.” Good advice – no doubt. ...
Master The Unboxing Experience: The Beginner’s Ultimate Guide
Alex Jasin
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Looking for some free advertising, where your customers do all of the marketing for you? Savvy marketers know...
7 Affordable Ways to Make Your Product Packaging Pop
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
In 2021, consumers spent a whopping $870.78 billion on the web. That’s up from $453 billion just 4...
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