The Packaging Blog

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  by Jo Hilton The Environmental Benefits of Made-to-Size Book Wraps

  Made-to-size book wraps reduce waste, remove plastic fillers, and support eco-friendly goals for smarter e-commerce packaging.

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  by Nathan Calvert How to Prepare Your E-commerce Business for Black Friday

  Prepare your online store for a successful Black Friday. Learn how to boost sales, manage stock, and optimise your website for higher traffic and conversions.

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  by Nathan Calvert Case Study: Custom Tape for Simba Jones

  Simba Jones partnered with The Packaging Club to create custom printed paper tape featuring detailed dog breed illustrations that lift every parcel.

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  by Nathan Calvert How Mattel Gamified Unboxing Experiences with Custom Cardboard Boxes

  Mattel’s custom printed boxes, manufactured by The Packaging Club, transformed standard packaging into immersive play experiences - showing how unboxing can be part of the...

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  by Jo Hilton Why Branded Book Wraps Improve Customer Experience

  Branded book wraps protect books, elevate unboxing, and turn every parcel into a memorable brand experience.

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  by Jo Hilton How Custom Book Wraps Can Save You Money

  Cut packing costs with custom book wraps. Fit-to-size protection, faster packing, fewer damages and lower postage help retailers and authors ship smarter.

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  by Jo Hilton 20 Zero-Waste Packaging Ideas for Your Business

  Implementing a zero-waste packaging strategy should be a priority for any business and the reason is simple: with it comes a considerable number of extensive...

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  by Nathan Calvert How to Securely Wrap a Pallet by Hand: A Step-by-Step Guide

  Wrapping a pallet securely by hand is a critical skill for ensuring goods are transported safely and without damage. Follow these seven simple steps to...

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  by Nathan Calvert Case Study: Crust King - Tough Packaging for a Tough Product

  Who They Are Crust King is on a mission to help people make restaurant-quality pizza at home—without the need for specialist equipment. Their flagship product,...

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  by Nathan Calvert The Benefits of Supplier Consolidation in Ecommerce Packaging Supply Chain (GNFR)

  In the fast-paced world of eCommerce, an efficient packaging supply chain is critical for maintaining operational success and cost control. However, many businesses grapple with...

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  by Nathan Calvert Carl Bovis Photography - Book Wraps for Beautiful Wildlife Photography

  Somerset photographer Carl Bovis needed the perfect packaging for his A5 books, coasters, and cards. He found it with our BW1 book wraps - sturdy,...

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  by Jo Hilton How to Consolidate Packaging for E-commerce

  Consolidating your packaging can reduce costs, speed up fulfilment, and cut waste. This article outlines practical ways to streamline your e-commerce packaging setup without compromising...

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  by Jo Hilton Handle With Care: How to Ship Fragile Items

  As an ecommerce business, you have to ensure that what you’re sending out gets to your customers undamaged and uncontaminated. After all, if a product...

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  by Jo Hilton How to Reduce Damage During Shipping

  One major way to keep unnecessary costs at a minimum for your e-commerce business is by ensuring that products get to your customers in perfect...

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  by Jo Hilton Five ways vinyl tape will make your business money

  In our five ways series we cut to the chase and look at the reasons why buying just one of our products can save you...

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  by Jo Hilton How to Save Money on Shipping: Carrier Tariffs, Royal Mail & More

  Learn how to cut costs on shipping carrier tariffs with Royal Mail and others. Discover packaging strategies that reduce fees and improve margins.

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  by EJ Sinclair 8 Creative & Useful Upcycling Ideas for Cardboard Boxes

  In today's world, where sustainability is a must, finding innovative ways to repurpose materials has become a valuable skill. Here at the Packaging Club our...

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  by Jo Hilton Choosing The Best Packaging for International Shipping

  Updated 6/8/2025 An ecommerce business which has enjoyed success at home might start to think about potential next steps. And spreading its wings by expanding...

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  by Jo Hilton Tape or Strapping: Choosing the Best for your Cardboard Boxes

  Traditionally, tape is big in the world of packaging. It’s used, of course, to construct and seal cardboard boxes before they are shipped off to...

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  by Nathan Calvert The Packaging Club Named on FEBE Growth 100 Watch List 2025

  The Packaging Club has been recognised on the FEBE Growth 100 Watch List 2025. A proud moment for our team and a celebration of bold...

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  by Nathan Calvert Paper Price Increases Add Pressure to UK Packaging Costs

  With paper prices climbing and supply volatility increasing in 2025, here’s what’s changing and what to watch for.

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  by Nathan Calvert Accessibility Improvements to our Website

  Updated May 2nd 2025 - image to be updated Supporting those less abled in our society is a topic that is close to our heart...

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