Category: Step-By-Step Guides

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How to Package Brownies for a Bake Sale (And Keep Them Fresh and Appealing)

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: How to Package Brownies Knowing how to package brownies for a bake sale means balancing functionality with presentation so you can keep them fresh longer while leaving a lasting impression.  You’ll need to consider packaging options for brownie pieces that are visually appealing while maintaining their quality. This includes selecting the right packaging material and type to keep them fresh and preventing them from...

Advantages of Raster Graphics in Design and Packaging: A Full Guide

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: What Are Raster Graphics? If you’ve ever wondered “What is an advantage of using a raster...

What is Chipboard and Why Is It Used in Packaging?

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take What is chipboard, and is it the same as cardboard or corrugated board? In a nutshell,...

Paper Bags vs Plastic Bags: A Sustainability & Costs Guide

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: Paper Bags vs Plastic Bags — Which Is the Best Choice for Your Business? Deciding on...

PETG in Packaging: What It Stands For, Key Properties, and Real-World Uses

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: What Does PETG Stand For?  PETG stands for polyethylene terephthalate glycol—a thermoplastic polyester made by taking...

What Is Freight Shipping? Delivery Times, Processes, and Best Practices Explained

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: What is Freight Shipping? Freight shipping refers to the process of moving goods that are too...

How to Ship a Laptop: Costs, Safety, and Smart Methods Without Original Packaging

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: How to Ship a Laptop When figuring out how to ship a laptop, start with prep:...

Your Shatterproof Guide on How to Ship Glass Safely

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take Glass is undeniably fragile, but even if you cover packages with fragile stickers, there’s no guarantee...

How to Ship a PC: Packing, Costs, and Safety Tips for Domestic and International Delivery

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take If you’re wondering how to ship a pc, here’s the short point-by-point version of how to...

What Is Glassine Paper? Uses and Characteristics in Packaging

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: What Is Glassine Paper? So, what is glassine paper? If you’ve unwrapped delicate stationery, bought baked...

How to Mail a Bubble Mailer: Mailing, Addressing, and Shipping Tips

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: How to Mail a Bubble Mailer Mailing a bubble mailer isn’t just sliding something in and...

A Cardboard Thickness Guide: How Thick is Cardboard, and How Much Does a Box Weigh?

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take How thick is cardboard? It depends on the type of cardboard. Cardboard can be almost as...

How to Mail Cookies: Complete Guide to Shipping and Mailing Cookies

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: How to Mail Cookies If you’re wondering how to mail cookies so they arrive fresh and...

How to Ship Shoes: Packaging Tips, Best Shipping Methods, and Cost-Saving Hacks

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: How to Ship Shoes If you’ve ever wondered how to ship shoes safely without spending a...

How to Ship Large Items: Packaging and Delivery Strategies for Oversized Goods

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Quick Take: How to Ship Large Items This guide breaks down how businesses can ship large packages in...

Optimizing Packaging for Marketing: 7 Client Engagement Keys

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

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 Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Packaging is the latest addition to the marketing "Ps" that include product, price, people, place, promotion, physical evidence,...

How to Find an Incredible Packaging Designer (5 Critical Factors)

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Packaging designers are the secret stars behind popular brands, developing imagery and messaging that consumers love to recall...

Subscription Box Packaging Design Essentials You Need to Know

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

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 Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Quick Take: What are the Best Custom CBD Packaging Ideas? CBD packaging should balance compliance, protection, and brand...

Fragile Goods? How to Safely Ship Products (And Reduce Return Fraud)

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: August 14, 2025

With return fraud cases rising, businesses are putting more effort into packaging fragile items safely. Return fraud is...

Ultimate Guide to Product Display and Custom Cardboard Display Boxes

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Despite the massive shift to e-commerce over the previous few years, retail stores are still incredibly important in...

Everything You Need to Know About Kraft Paper Boxes

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Quick Take: Why Use Kraft Paper Packaging Kraft paper packaging is popular for its eco-friendliness, durability, and rustic,...

Custom Labels: Essential Guide on Types and Design for Printing

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Are you designing a product or packaging label?  If so, it’s critical to understand the basic types of...

Rigid Boxes: A Complete Guide to Luxury Packaging

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

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 Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

First impressions count and, in the age of e-commerce, the first point of physical contact many customers have...

The Ultimate Guide to Custom Paper Bags

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: August 14, 2025

When you think of advertising, what word or phrase first springs to mind? Maybe it’s the TV show...

The Ultimate Guide to Mailer Boxes

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

What’s both stylish and can be shipped directly in the mail? A mailer box! These not-so-humble box mailers...

The Ultimate Guide to Corrugated Boxes: Corrugated Packaging 101

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Chances are, if you glance around wherever you are right now, you'll see a corrugated box or two....

The Ultimate Guide to Carton Boxes: Carton Packaging 101

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Quick Take: Why Use Carton Boxes for Product Packaging? Carton boxes—especially folding cartons—are a versatile, lightweight, and cost-effective...

The Complete Guide to Custom Retail Packaging

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

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 Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Often overlooked and underappreciated in the world of ecommerce logistics are the boxes and packaging in which you...

The Ultimate Guide to Standout Product Packaging Design

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Not long ago, product packaging was just that - packaging. Sure, you had a few forward-thinking brands that...

The Definitive Step-By-Step Guide to Custom Boxes (With 5 Real World Examples)

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Admit it. We’ve all done it. You’re not meaning to be nosy, but you can’t help but notice...

The Beginner’s Guide to Shipping Strategy

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

So, how many gifts did you order online this past holiday season?   One gift, two gifts, or...

The Ultimate Guide to Eco-Friendly Packaging (+5 Companies Doing It Right)

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

For the past few years, online sales have been heading up, up and up – with no signs...

How to Design and Personalize Holiday Packaging

Erica Campbell Erica Campbell Last Updated: August 14, 2025

The holiday season is a truly sensory experience: the aromas of cinnamon and gingerbread, the sound of Christmas...

The Ins and Outs: Box Design Tips You Need to Know in 2025

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

I’m not an impulse shopper, but I can tell you that, on occasion, I’ve bought something purely based...

The Buyer’s Guide to Purchasing Custom Boxes (+Tips To Save Money)

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

There are so many beautiful options out there when it comes to custom boxes.   By going custom,...

Box Sizes: How to Measure a Box for Box Dimensions (+Top Box Styles)

Amanda Jane Rivera Amanda Jane Rivera Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Quick Take: What are the Most Popular Box Dimensions for Product Packaging? Popular box sizes vary by industry,...

The Ultimate Guide to Shipping and Fulfillment

Asif Muhammad Asif Muhammad Last Updated: August 14, 2025

It’s official. You are rolling. You’re no longer shipping a couple of stray items a month. Nope –...

Beginner’s Guide to Box Design: How to Nail Packaging Box Design

Alex Jasin Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

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 Alex Jasin Last Updated: August 14, 2025

Looking for some free advertising, where your customers do all of the marketing for you?   Savvy marketers know...

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