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Practical packaging guides for DTC founders, designers, and brand ops—dielines, materials, and unboxing details.
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Learn packaging production, not just design theory
Practical notes for founders, designers, and brand ops teams shipping DTC worldwide.

How to Design a Custom Bubble Mailer
Recycled custom bubble mailers protect your products and cleverly display your branding! Learn to design custom bubble mailers without compromising …

How to Create CMYK Printed Tissue Paper and Other Packaging
Personalize your paper and cardboard packaging for a unique and eco-friendlier unboxing experience! Here's how to create tissue paper packaging using CMYK …

How to Ship Poly Mailers in the United States
Looking to ship your products throughout the USA? Here's what you need to know about shipping custom poly mailers with the United States Postal Service.

A Guide to the Different Types of Kraft Paper and How to Use Them
Custom kraft tissue paper can make for versatile packaging and an impactful look! Learn about the different kraft paper types and which can work best for your …

The Different Types of Custom Tissue Papers to Use For Your Brand
Personalized tissue paper creates a premium feel for your brand's packaging. Here's our guide to the different types you can use for your business.

Lauren Holloway: Turning Recycled Leather to Beautiful Women's Accessories
Lovely leather accessories from engineered leather wastes, that's Lauren Holloway

Why Tamper Resistant Packaging Helps Brands Cut Costs
Damaged packages can cost businesses a lot. The last thing you want is for your customer to receive a package that’s been tampered with! Here’s how to protect …

What is A Sustainable Packaging Coalition?
The Eco-Alliance is tendlyn's sustainable packaging coalition that hopes to inspire others to consume consciously and prompt sustainable solutions beyond …

Can Custom Boxes Improve Shelf Image?
Customers often get bored with the same kind of basic packaging. Here’s how you can use custom packaging like custom boxes to attract more customers.

Selling Through DMs: 7 Tips to Drive More Sales
Social media's direct messaging features help cultivate customer relationships and drive more sales. Here are seven tips you can try to sell through DMs!

What are The Easiest Fonts to Read for Branding and Design?
Branded material must be readable without lacking in personality. Are you wondering what fonts your brand should use for your designs? Read all about them here!

How to Best Position a Packaging Logo: Design Tips and Tricks
Do you want something that will make your brand stand out against the competition? Here are some design tips and tricks to try with your logo on packaging!

6 Tips For Mastering At-Home Shipping
Learn how to make the at home shipping experience as seamless as possible by choosing the right packaging.

What is Greenwashing? How to Separate Sustainability Facts from Fiction
Greenwashing is a misleading environmental marketing practice that should be avoided in order to keep the environment and your business reputation safe. Here's …

What is Discreet Packaging?
Discreet packaging protects valuable, sensitive, or expensive contents from unwanted attention. Learn more about the options available here.

How to Use QR Code Stickers
QR code stickers are a great way to market your brand to your valued customers. Not quite sure how to use these stickers and how it all works? Read this guide …

How Designer Wardrobe is Using QR Code Packaging to Share its Circularity Journey
Online designer marketplace Designer Wardrobe shares how it's used QR code packaging to connect with its community and share its circularity journey.

SFI vs. FSC: What Certifications to Look for in a Packaging Partner
There are over 400 sustainability standards, with SFI and FSC being some of the most well known. Do you know which one is better and why?

The Best Eco-friendly Protective Packaging Options For Your Brand
Avoid damaged goods and make sure your packaging is protective and reliable. Here are the best eco-friendly protective mailers to consider for your brand!

How to Increase Brand Awareness Through Custom Poly Mailers
Your branding deserves to be displayed on cost-effective, custom poly mailers! Here's how to increase brand awareness through personalized poly mailers.

Everything You Need to Know About Sock Packaging
Ship socks in style with custom packaging! Here's everything you need to know about choosing the right sock packaging for your brand.

5 Custom Packaging Tips for Small Business Owners
Looking to elevate your brand and engage customers? Here are the five tips small businesses need to know to create professional custom packaging!

Palisade: Fashion that Puts People and the Environment First
Style, comfort, and eco-consciousness—that's what make up Palisade, a California-based fashion brand that puts people and the environment first.

How Businesses Can Switch to Virgin Plastic-Free Shipping Supplies
Say no to plastic waste and yes to virgin plastic-free shipping supplies! Here's how your brand can make sustainability on-brand by using better packaging.
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