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You might not know what a blister pack is, but you have seen them everywhere. Blister packs are just a certain type of package in which many products are sold. They consist of several different types of packaging, but all of them share one key thing in common. All blister packs work by enclosing the product in a plastic “bubble.” This bubble is also called a “blister,” and …

Brands are becoming savvier than ever before when it comes to marketing. Specifically, more companies are recognizing just how critical outstanding packaging is to their success. Think about it this way: The packaging that you choose for your product may be the final deciding factor that persuades a consumer to pick up your product instead of your competition’s. The more that is understood a …

As a follow-up to our previous work, we are going to delve deeper into the subject of bags. All places of business need to choose the right type of bag to suit their operation, and this is only possible with detailed consideration. There are many opinions and options, but most commercial/shopping bags come in one of three categories: Paper, plastic, or reusable. We trust that there is no need to e …

Congrats—you’re getting married! Preparing to celebrate this new chapter with friends and family is super exciting. But we also know just how much stress goes into the planning process. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by your to-do list, and it’s common for brides-to-be to feel like they’re neglecting one of the more important parts of the celebration—the bridal pa …

Grab your leftover ribbon, scissors and creativity! It’s time to get your hands dirty with some arts and crafts that you can make using your leftover packaging supplies! Learn how to make a ribbon chandelier, tassel key chain, decorative letters, and bookmarks without burning a hole in your wallet! Craft #1: Ribbon Chandelier: Grab the kids and your ribbons! This is the perfect craft to make …

When you are bringing a new product to the market, you have a lot of balls to juggle. Choosing the packaging for your new product is just one of these balls, but it may be among the more critical of the choices you have to make. Why is choosing the right packaging for your products such a crucial decision? The reality is that packaging is an indispensable part of your product. The packaging protec …

When you are choosing or designing packaging for your products, you have many decisions to make. For instance, what material will your packaging be made of? What color will it be? Will it have handles? One of the foremost considerations when designing packaging is what kind of printing your packaging will have on it. Five main categories of printing typically are available. These are: Lithography …

Now that the laws are finally starting to change, the marijuana industry is set to become a lot larger. Many companies are rushing to get into this lucrative business, but it’s important to know about the business before you set up shop. Although marijuana is now legal in many states, there are still many regulations that must be followed. In this article, we will concentrate on the proper p …

If you’re finding yourself with tons of extra tissue paper, instead of recycling it, or holding onto it when you know you won’t need it again, make a DIY project out of it. These projects usually don’t require too much more than the tissue paper itself, and you don’t need a lot of time (or money!) to make it happen. A Wreath for Every Season: Make a wreath out of all the ex …

When was the last time your company revamped its product packaging? If your company is like most, the answer may be “years” or even “decades.” Or, maybe your business is just getting started. If so, then it’s time to make some critical decisions with regard to how your new product will be packaged. Like many other things, packaging design goes through various trends. …

Are you looking for an alternative to cardboard boxes for shipping? If so, then it’s time to learn about poly bags. What is a poly bag? In general, this term refers to any bag that is constructed of plastic. The most frequent type of plastic used to make these bags is polyethylene, or PE, which is where the name “poly” bag comes from. Various types of poly bags are available toda …

Don’t get caught up in the mania of gift-giving—something as simple as a potted plant will brighten up anyone’s day. If you want to do something unique, consider our list of some of the best houseplants to give as a gift. Succulents Though they are small and delicate looking, succulents can thrive anywhere. Place them in teacups, decorative containers, terrariums and they’l …

Global warming is an urgent problem facing our planet, but retailers are in a unique position to contribute to climate change prevention efforts. Dealing with large volumes of goods and having control over large spaces and employee culture means that a simple switch can have a noticeable impact when adopted by a retailer. Corporations such as Starbucks, Safeway, Tesco and Kingfisher have already p …

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