Tendlyn University

Tendlyn University

Practical packaging guides for DTC founders, designers, and brand ops—dielines, materials, and unboxing details.

Guides

Learn packaging production, not just design theory

Practical notes for founders, designers, and brand ops teams shipping DTC worldwide.

Introducing Our Sustainability Framework for 2021

Sustainability has always been at the core of tendlyn, but we feel we are only just getting started. Join us this year as we look to be even better for our …

Ad Astra the Label: Sustainable Loungewear for the Stylish

"We truly want to provide items that our customers will want to keep forever (but that won’t stay on the planet forever)," Ad Astra the Label

How to Become a Sustainable Fashion Brand

In recent years, sustainable fashion has become a hot topic. We asked the team behind the ethical brand rating app, Good On You, how they gauge a brand's …

Natūra: Decorative Pieces Committed to the Well-being of the Planet

"...sustainability is far more powerful and transcendent than just a trend of consuming eco-friendly products for the fun of it. It is an understanding that …

9 Ways to Improve Your Product Pages: A Beginner's Guide

How can you convert your website traffic into paying customers? By perfecting your product pages! Fera.ai shares their top insights into creating killer product …

Why and How to Run a Crowdfunding Campaign

Crowdfunding has allowed thousands of people to launch their dream business. The team at Kickbooster shares how to turn your idea into a successful business …

A Guide To tendlyn's New Eco-Friendly Shipping Labels

Want to make your entire ecommerce mailer 100% compostable? We've got the perfect solution: our new compostable shipping labels. Here's how to use them.

SWF: Promoting a Greener Tomorrow Through Sustainable Fabrics

"In the long term, I want people to associate sustainable practices with SWF, and to consider us as the best alternative to conventional textile producers. …

Getting Started with Video Marketing: 4 Quick Tips from Kathleen Celmins of AmplifiedNOW

Want to succeed in front of the camera as a small business? Here's our top 4 tips for video marketing.

Igniting Memories through Personalized Jewelry with Jessica de Lotz

"I set out to create wearable stories that provide happiness and comfort, pieces that ignite memories for my customers." Jessica of Jessica de Lotz Jewellry

Bangin Hangins: Unforgettable Gatherings with Eco-Friendly Hangings

"Seeing first hand the waste that the events industry generates can be, at times, overwhelming. As a result, I'm very conscious of our impact on the environment …

A Beginner's Guide to Getting Press Coverage

Media coverage can boost the credibility of your brand and help you reach a larger audience. Consultant Paul Chittenden shares some tips on how to get it.

How to source sustainable fabrics for your fashion brand

If you want to become a more environmentally friendly fashion brand, the fabrics you work with is a great place to start. Our friends at SupplyCompass weigh in …

2020: Eco-Alliance reaches 20,000 members!

2020: tendlyn's Eco-Alliance reaches 20,000 members!

6 Ways to Add Holiday Cheer to Your Graphic Design

Want to add some festivity to your content this holiday season? Our friends at Design Pickle give us some advice for adding some on-brand holiday cheer!

Getting into Print: How to get Published as a Creative

Getting a book printed is a big achievement for any designer, but the process to publishing can be tricky. Here's our guide on how to do it.

The Clever Entrepreneur’s Guide to Eco-Friendly Packaging: What It Is + Ideas to Try for Your Products

If you're a busy entrepreneur, making an effort to go green in your packaging is easier than you might think. Here's how our guide on how to get started.

The 2022 Small Business Holiday Checklist

The holidays are just around the corner, which means it’s time to start prepping for the seasonal rush. Here’s our checklist and in-depth guide for navigating …

Zuahaza: Transforming the Textile Industry by Making It 'Clean' Again

"...seeing how happy and excited they are about the project, it truly helps me remember that this business has a purpose and a vision worth fighting for," …

How to minimise your ecommerce shipping costs

Our partners at Parcelhub share their best tips and tricks on how you can decrease shipping costs and enhance the customer experience.

How Superette is Sustainably Designing a Delightful Cannabis Retail Experience

Mimi Lam is the CEO and co-founder of Superette. She chats about bringing sustainability to the cannabis space and designing an unforgettable and delightful …

Here’s how six businesses nail consistent visual branding across all channels

Consistent visual branding helps build a relationship with customers and gain their loyalty and trust. Here's how six businesses keep their branding aligned, …

Our Ultimate Guide to Taking a Great Packaging Photo

Packaging photography is an awesome marketing strategy for small businesses. Here's why a picture is worth a thousand words.

One size does not fit all: How to talk to customers of different generations

Jasmine Glasheen is an expert in helping retailers craft great content strategies. She shares how to communicate more effectively with customers of all ages.

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