Stylish Cardboard Packaging Inspiration
Today we have come across a Pinterest board created by Lily Lee. This delightful collection shows the stylish simplicity that can be achieved with cardboard packaging. If you take a look at Lily’s Corrugated Box collection, you will see wonderful examples of subscription boxes, retail packaging and e-commerce boxes. Many of these are low-cost packaging […]
Avoid Packaging Empty Space!
Packaging is essential for society, yet it is one of the visible signs of our wasteful society. It is essential to find ways in which the economy can grow without increasing environmental damage. This was the over-arching message that was shared in Unwrapping the Future of Sustainable Packaging – a Politico event in collaboration with […]
Delivering Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. This simple concept has had a significant impact on the packaging industry over the last decade. As specialists in the design, manufacture and print of cardboard packaging, Aylesbury Box Company is passionate about supporting our customers to achieve their sustainable packaging goals. Rather than simply supplying boxes, we take time to understand […]
Sow Clever Boxes
Many of us have spent more time than ever in our gardens this spring. Watching new plants emerge, noticing bees buzzing around and hearing the bird song. If this has inspired you to fill pots, hanging baskets and beds, Sow Clever boxes are ideal. Delivered to your door, these gardening boxes are ideal for getting […]
What Boxes do I Need?
Have you used your time in lockdown to plan the launch of your new e-commerce or subscription box company? Has your business been one of the restaurants or retailers who have rapidly adapted to serve those in isolation during the pandemic? Either way, you might make a quick decision about the delivery box. If you […]
When Packaging is Part of the Product
Retail packaging is often an afterthought in product development. The goods are designed and manufactured and then shelf appeal is considered. Bespoke packaging is created around the product to offer protection and anti-tampering. Shape, style, font, colour and imagery is used to attract the attention of the target customer. With the drive to reduce packaging, […]
Why are Rigid Boxes Expensive?
We regularly receive quote requests for rigid boxes. These are desirable gift packaging as well as being widely used for luxury items. Jewellery, high-end interior fittings, electronic gadgets and perfumes are some of the products which might be sold in rigid boxes. Rigid boxes and made by wrapping solid board in a layer of paper […]
Quality Packaging at Speed
The shift towards online shopping has seen a steady increase in recent years, but nothing compares to the current rate of change. Restrictions on our daily movements have driven a spike in online grocery shopping, takeaway deliveries and digital subscriptions. According to Kantar Worldpanel UK, March was the biggest month for online grocery sales ever […]
Board Game Packaging
Bored yet? Whether furloughed from work or trying to keep the children entertained in home school, you may have dusted down the board games. Monopoly and Cluedo are popular, along with some of the world’s oldest forms of entertainment, like chess and draughts. Did you know that a Backgammon set made from turquoise and agate […]
Restricted Travel for Packaging Waste
Many of us have had to cancel holidays, business trips and family visits. Plans have changed with immediate effect and we’ve had to adapt. We need to rethink how we undertake everyday activities. This sudden change also occurred in the waste management industry. For several decades, much of Europe’s recyclable waste was sent to China. […]
Sustainable Packaging Design
If there was one message to come out of this year’s Packaging Innovations exhibition, it is that the appetite for sustainable packaging is stronger than ever. Consumers and retailers are actively seeking out brands which demonstrate a commitment to reducing the environmental impact of consumerism. Not so long ago, bigger was better when it came […]
Protecting the Seas
As the movement of people is restricted around the world, there is one clear advantage. The environment is less polluted. There are already images of lakes, rivers and canals transforming from cloudy brown to clear. Our seas, which have felt the brunt of human activity now have a rest bite; an opportunity for sealife to […]
Packaging Advice for Start-up Companies 2
How Bespoke Boxes Can Reduce your Postage Costs In the previous ‘Packaging Advice for Start-ups’ blog, we focused on how to make an impact on a tight budget. This article explained that, although you may initially consider bespoke packaging as an unnecessary expense, it can be cost-effective. This article takes that theory a step further. […]
Celebrating Companies that Think Outside the Box
Gerard® Roofing Tiles Across the UK, roof tiles have typically been made from terracotta, slate or concrete, but is there another way to crown our homes? Gerard Roofing Systems have proven there is. How did WWII RAF hangers provide the inspiration for a new roofing system? During wartime, RAF hangers were erected across the country […]
Shining a Light on Product Packaging
At this time of year, there is one thing in shorter supply; natural light. We wake in the dark and the days are short. We need to turn the lights on in order to get things done. Apart from bumping up the energy bills, over-reliance on artificial light can impact on our comfort and health. […]
The Circular Economy Involves More than Recycling
We applaud the achievements of the recycling award winners that were announced in our previous blog on paper recycling. Having celebrated their success, it is important to remember that recycling is simply one element of the circular economy. Designers, manufacturers, retailers and consumers need to be proactive at every stage of the process. We all […]
Gift Boxes; Packaging Design has Never Been so Important
According to data gathered by Finder.com, the average Brit was forecast to spend £512.85 on gifts this Christmas. The other interesting fact is that as a nation, the spend on gifts is not restricted to the festive season; we are buying more throughout the year. For retailers wishing to target the gifting market, it is […]
Five Reasons to Switch to Bespoke Cardboard Packaging
Computer Aided Design (CAD) has transformed many industries. Corrugated packaging is no exception. It offers an exceptionally wide scope of cardboard packaging design possibilities without excessive design costs. With cost-effective CAD solutions, there really is no need to stick to a standard packaging box. Easy to Explore Packaging Design Concepts CAD has made it straightforward […]
Pet Boxes; Not Just for Christmas
Kirsty’s Handmade Christmas is a popular festive series. It showcases a variety of crafts, from simple do-it-yourself ideas, through to professional pieces. In December, one of the simple, ‘try it at home crafts’ was the transformation of corrugated cardboard boxes into pet homes. We all know that cats are particularly fond of a cardboard box. […]
Rethinking Packaging for 2020
Is rethinking your product packaging and delivery boxes a priority for the coming year? According to the latest survey by DHL, changing attitudes will push packaging design into the spotlight over the coming 5 years. What shipping solutions are customers looking for? Those brands which continue to use excessive packaging materials, oversized boxes and plastic […]
Who is Responsible for Recycling Packaging?
We all know that radical changes are needed in order to improve the environmental conditions of our planet. The trouble is identifying who should take responsibility for action. As a business owner, you may see it as your responsibility to switch from plastic to cardboard packaging. You may even provide clear labelling aimed at encouraging […]
Building Bespoke Sample Boxes
As a bespoke cardboard packaging manufacturer, we regularly send out samples. These show customers what is possible with cardboard engineering and print. They allow the customer to handle the packaging, try it out for size and make an informed purchasing decision. Our cardboard packaging expertise is also called upon by other manufacturers who need bespoke […]
Addicted to Plastic: Kicking the Habit
It has been estimated that 850 million metric tonnes of greenhouse gases will enter the atmosphere, as a result of plastic production, this year alone. Plastic starts extraction of fossil fuels and ends up contributing to environmental damage. In addition to emissions, animals and humans are now consuming micro-particles of plastic in the food we […]
Indian Influence in Packaging Design
Chai tea is a personal favourite. Part of the delight is the beautiful colour and designs that feature on chai tea packaging. No matter what the brand, the printed packaging adds to the promise of sensory delights. As you open the box, the aroma of spices hit your nose and you are not disappointed. This […]
Using Metallic Print in Packaging
Metallic print and foil blocking have long been a popular choice for Christmas gift packaging. Over the past year, there has been a shift, as metallic elements have filtered into every season. From clothing and interiors to packaging and publications, metallics have been bang on-trend. Pantone Launches Metallic Shimmers Print Range Following extensive brand forecasting, […]
Inspired by Packaging Design
Every year, packaging design awards showcase innovative ideas, on-trend styles and creative brilliance. A look at the nominations and winners can inspire fresh thinking when it comes to updating packaging design. The HOW International Design Awards is one example. We’ve taken a look at some of the winners which feature in the packaging category. Whilst […]
Five Tips for Minimalist Packaging Design
A few decades ago, large brands were competing for shopper’s attention with big, bold and bright packaging. It reached a point when the volume of information was overwhelming and the items that stood out were those in minimalist packaging. Against a riot of colour and graphics, minimalist design can look sophisticated in its simplicity. Minimalist […]
Eliminate Packaging Frustrations
It is argued that packaging is at least as important as the product it contains. It provides the opportunity to communicate considerable information in an instant, whilst also serving a practical purpose. It can make the difference between your products making it into the shopping trolley or remaining on the shelf. Whilst packaging brings many […]
Back to the Future for Packaging Design
Whilst eye-catching, shelf-ready packaging remains a dominant requirement on any design brief, the factors that influence packaging design are constantly shifting. At the halfway point of 2019, what trends have we seen as a box manufacturer? Bold Colour or Subtle Palette in Packaging Design The popular colour palettes for 2019 sit at opposing ends of […]
Packaging Natural Products
With a range of print options at our disposal, Aylesbury Box Company can produce rich, vibrant colours, high gloss or foil finishes and bold designs. This style works wonders for eye-catching, shelf-ready packaging, but some brands prefer a simpler approach. Typically, those brands with a focus on natural health, raw ingredients and reducing environmental impact […]
