Why small businesses and start-up companies matter

When I joined our company a few years ago, I saw how many times we would reject an inquiry with short-run projects for custom boxes or luxury paper bags, and other products.We also saw how desperate some of the customers were to get these small projects done with local companies at affordable costs. Our focusContinue reading “Why small businesses and start-up companies matter”

What “Luxury Packaging” Really Means

Luxury packaging isn’t just about thick paper, gold foil, or a perfectly tied ribbon. It’s about intention. Detail. The quiet confidence that comes from choosing the right materials — and knowing why they matter. In a world where every brand is fighting for attention, packaging has become more than protection. It’s a first impression, aContinue reading “What “Luxury Packaging” Really Means”

Why Pantone Colours Matter in Packaging (And Why Your Logo Looks Different on Every Material)

Colour is one of the most powerful elements of brand identity — but it’s also one of the easiest to get wrong. If you’ve ever wondered why your brand red looks perfect on your business cards but suddenly appears dull on kraft paper, or why your supplier asks whether you want Pantone Coated or PantoneContinue reading “Why Pantone Colours Matter in Packaging (And Why Your Logo Looks Different on Every Material)”

Packaging Finishes Explained: Lamination, Spot UV, Hot Foil & More

When it comes to premium packaging, the finish is often what customers notice first — even if they don’t know the terminology. A soft‑touch box, a glossy highlight, a flash of metallic foil… these small details completely transform how a product feels in the hand and how a brand is perceived. Here’s a clear, elegantContinue reading “Packaging Finishes Explained: Lamination, Spot UV, Hot Foil & More”

How Small Brands Can Look Premium Without a Big Budget

Looking premium isn’t about spending more — it’s about choosing with intention. The most memorable brands aren’t always the biggest; they’re the ones that feel considered, consistent, and confident. If you’re a small business wanting that high‑end look without the high‑end invoice, here are the shifts that make the biggest impact. 1. Keep your brandContinue reading “How Small Brands Can Look Premium Without a Big Budget”

What colour on brown kraft?

When deciding on what colour to use on a brown kraft, there are more interesting options than only black and white.Below are only a few of the projects we worked on and the colour options our clients decided to brand their packaging with.We can print up to 3 colours on our off the shelf products,Continue reading “What colour on brown kraft?”

Express Packaging Glossary

Whether you are starting a new business or developing a well-running one, you will be in a need of packaging, and here is a quick packaging glossary, that may help you to better understand what specification your packaging company is asking for. Aperture Handle: Body of the bag has a punched out section to beContinue reading “Express Packaging Glossary”

Celebrate the Holidays Sustainably with These Easy Tips

With the holiday season in full swing, you may be looking for ways to celebrate more sustainably this year. Luckily, using paper is a simple, effective way to be a force for nature this holiday season – it comes from a plant-based, renewable resource that can be recycled up to seven times! To help sparkContinue reading “Celebrate the Holidays Sustainably with These Easy Tips”

Get ready for the Robot Dance

Get ready for the Robot Dance.It was such a fun to work on these new Paco Rabanne Parfume Boxes. And what is the author saying: Phantom : More than a bottle, our first connected fragrance Phantom is your thrilling ally, to keep by your side and collect.A game-changing design made with chrome, metal and black.Continue reading “Get ready for the Robot Dance”

What are corrugated board grades?

What Are Corrugated Board Grades? A detailed guide to corrugated board grades / cardboard typesFind out more about the key component of your corrugated packaging – and how it influences everything from packaging costs to performanceIf you are using high volumes of packaging, chances are you will be familiar with corrugated cardboard.If you don’t, it is impossible to goContinue reading “What are corrugated board grades?”