Category: Finishes & Fabrication
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...
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...
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...
Custom Box Materials: Paperboard, Chipboard, Kraft, and Corrugated Packaging Guide
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Choosing a material for customized packaging is more than just selecting something to hold or cover a product....
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...
How to Ship Large Items: Packaging and Delivery Strategies for Oversized Goods
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: How to Ship Large Items This guide breaks down how businesses can ship large packages in...
How to Ship a Cake: Tips for Safe and Cost-Effective Delivery
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: How to Ship a Cake Shipping a cake is part baking skill, part packing savvy, and...
How to Remove Tape Residue with Zero Regrets
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: How to Remove Tape Residue The first step in how to remove tape residue starts with...
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...
What is the RGB Color Model? What It Is & Why It’s Avoided in Printing
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Color creation is a diverse process, varying according to the medium used. It also involves different color models,...
What is CMYK? How to Use the CMYK Color Model for Printing
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Understanding color systems is vital when you want your packaging design to look good in real life as...
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,...
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...
What is Window Patching? Understanding the Window Patching Process in Printing & Packaging
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Think about the last time you visited a bakery. Chances are, the boxes have an opening on top...
What is Foil Stamping? How Hot Foil Stamping Works in Printing & Packaging
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Have you ever wondered how some packaging gets its golden shine? Or what gives some custom boxes a...
What is Varnish? How Varnish Is Used in Printing and Packaging
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What is Varnish in Printing and Packaging? Varnish is a clear, transparent coating that is applied...
What is Die Cutting? What Die Cut Means in the Die Cut Process
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
What is Die Cutting? Die cutting is a manufacturing process where a die is customized through cutting, forming...
What is UV Coating? Make Your Colors Pop With UV Coating for Printing
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What is UV Coating? UV coating, or ultraviolet coating, is a clear and shiny liquid coating...
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...
Soft Touch Coating vs Soft Touch Lamination: Use The Best Printing Finish
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
In the printing world, the phrase "soft touch" refers to any type of finishing that adds a softer...
What is Spot UV? Benefits of Spot UV Coating and Finishing for Printing
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
When it comes to packaging and printing, you’ve probably come across the phrases Spot UV Coating or Spot...
Embossing vs. Debossing: Which is Best for Packaging and Printing?
Amanda Jane Rivera
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
As you design your product's packaging, you might've come across the phrases embossing and debossing, and wondered what...
Matte vs. Gloss Lamination for Packaging: What’s The Difference?
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
During your custom packaging process, you’ll need to choose how you want your products laminated – with matte...
What is Offset Printing? Differences Between Offset and Digital Printing
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What is Offset Printing? Offset printing is a popular printing press technique, which transfers ink from...
What is Aqueous Coating for Printing and Packaging?
Erica Campbell
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Have you ever wondered why your fingerprints don’t stick to product packaging? Or why some packaging looks dirtier...
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...
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 Buyer’s Guide to Purchasing Custom Boxes (+Tips To Save Money)
Asif Muhammad
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Quick Take: What to Know Before Ordering Custom Boxes If you’re looking at custom packaging for the first...
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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