Ticking the Vegan Boxes at Christmas
It’s estimated that there are around 2.5 million vegans in the UK. That means many families include someone who has decided to give up meat and dairy. The choice to become vegan can be ethical, for health reasons or to cut costs and it is most popular among young, female adults. However, there is no […]
Prized Cheeses Tick All the Boxes
Did you know that there are over 750 different British cheeses? Many are made by small-scale producers, with a passion for creating palette-delighting flavours. However, most aren’t found in your local supermarket, so how do you discover these delicious delights? Prize Winning Cheeses We often think of France as being the cheese capital of the […]
Vegan Subscription Boxes & Products
Wednesday 1 November is World Vegan Day and you don’t have to be a vegan to join in. Instead, see this is an opportunity to consider incorporating more plant-based and animal cruelty-free products into your lifestyle. The challenge can be knowing where to start. What alternative products are available if you want to make vegan […]
5 Options for Printing Cardboard Boxes
For e-commerce packaging or retail distribution, branding is vital. The six external and six internal sides to a box all provide an opportunity to market your brand, provide valuable information and encourage engagement. So what are the options for printing cardboard boxes? 1. DIY Printing for Packaging The first option is to create a stamp, […]
Best Kids Subscription Boxes UK
We are not the only one finding it a challenge to keep the kids entertained through the long summer holiday. Fortunately, the good weather has helped, but if you are looking for some fresh ideas, we share a selection of child-focused activity boxes. 12 of the Best Subscription Boxes for Toddlers to Teens The following […]
Launching a Subscription Box Company
In our previous article ‘A Growing Love for Subscription Boxes‘, we covered target customers, appeal and profitability. Continuing on the theme, this article looks at: Planning Subscription Box Contents Marketing Subscription Boxes Customer Service Planning Subscription Box Contents With a clearer idea of what will appeal to your target customer, as well as cost, weight […]
A Growing Love for Subscription Boxes
The UK population are falling in love with subscription boxes. More of us than ever are signing up for monthly deliveries. For those looking to launch a new business, subscription box services are relatively low cost to set up and the repeat custom aids financial planning. Is this the ideal route into retail? Demand for […]
Boxes to Aid your New Year Health Resolutions
A new year offers a fresh start and after the excesses of Christmas, many of us opt to improve our health and fitness. Could our customers’ boxes help you achieve your resolutions? Getting Active A popular resolution is to get active. Gym memberships peak in January, but you don’t need a high impact workout to […]
Christmas Meal Boxes
Turkey and all the trimmings make for the traditional Christmas dinner. For many people, this annual feast, shared with family and friends is a seasonal delight. The trouble is, it takes hours to shop for ingredients, prepare and cook the meal. The answer for every designated chef could be found in Christmas Meal boxes. Meal […]
Perfect Beer & Snack Pairings Boxed
Transforming plain shipping boxes into branded packaging doesn’t need to be complex or costly. Take the example of Beer Snack Club, a recently launched craft beer and snack pairing subscription box startup. They wanted to keep things simple and were mindful of budget, but they also understand the value of promoting their brand. Tick the […]
A Spectacle to Behold: Glasses Subscription Boxes
Aylesbury Box Company manufacture and print mailer boxes for a wide variety of subscription box companies. In this article, we put Frameworks, a glasses company looking for environmental packaging, in the spotlight. Spectacles and Socks in a Box Selecting a pair of glasses can be a challenging experience. For a start, the fact that you […]
Gin Tasting Subscription Boxes
There has been a resurgence in gin production and consumption in the past 5 years. By the end of 2020, over 560 gin distilleries were registered in the UK; that’s double the number in 2016. Many of these are small, independently-owned enterprises, crafting exciting new flavours. When faced with a wide selection of options, the […]
Tips on Printed Packaging Design
In our previous Printed Packaging article, we explored print options for cardboard packaging and colour matching. Continuing the printed packaging theme, we now offer some design considerations. Positioning of Design Elements on Packaging Packaging is usually printed flat, then folded in a box. This means that consideration has to be given to the design layout. […]
Culinary Adventures in a Box
Aylesbury Box Company have recently delivered these red printed cartons to Not Just Nibbles. Could they be posted through your letterbox in the coming months? Ever wished that your child was a little more adventurous about trying new foods? If you struggle with eating out or cooking a range of healthy meals because they are […]
Growing Demand for Printed Subscription Boxes
In the 2019 Royal Mail report ‘UK Subscription Box Boom’ it was revealed that 27.5% of the population were signed up to at least one subscription service. As the opportunity to browse the shops has been hindered by Covid-19 restrictions, consumers have further increased their desire to purchase subscription box services. Unlike ordering goods online, […]
Beauty Boxed
As High Streets across the country began to decline, there was one industry that thrived; beauty. Barbers, hairdressers, nail bars and salons dominated our town centres. The reason was that they offered an experience that was impossible to replicate online. Yes, you can sell lipstick or body lotion online, but beauty purchases are often made […]
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 […]
Subscription Boxes with Cattitude
We all have our obsessions. If your top priority is your feline friends, we know just the subscription box for you; Cattitude Box. Developed by a self-confessed ‘crazy cat lady’, Farah Radford, these monthly subscription boxes contain delightful, high-quality gifts for owner and cats to enjoy. The contents are sourced from independent shops and artists, […]
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. […]
Subscription Boxes for Christmas
As the festive season draws closer, the challenge is on to find the perfect gift for your friends and family. If the thought of tackling the crowds leaves you cold, why not consider subscription boxes? With subscription boxes, there is considerable choice. The typical sign up is for 3, 6 or 12 months. Your recipient […]
Meat Boxes: An Alternative to Veganuary
Why would we talk about meat delivery boxes, at a time when thousands of people have signed up to Veganuary? Scientific and environmental data suggest that the world’s population has become too reliant on meat as a food staple. When including meat in every meal, people are often looking to buy cheap cuts from the […]
The Beauty of Sustainable Packaging
We love a personalised experience that makes us feel good. One place we can get exactly what we’re looking for is the hair and beauty industry. It has been enjoying a significant boom since 2016 and consistently invests in new ways to attract customers. In addition to new shades of nail polish and the latest […]
Setting Up a Business: Make Packaging Count
With affordable technology on side, there’s never been a better time to start-up your own business. Whatever your idea, the starting point should always be to clearly define your ideal customer and identify exactly what they want. It’s important to consider the entire customer journey, not just the specific products or services you are selling. […]
Pampered Pets
Pets are important members of our family. As such, we want to ensure that they stick around for as long as possible and enjoy living life to the full. Beyond providing a loving home, our pets need nutritious food and good exercise. They also enjoy the odd treat. Subscription boxes are a great way for […]
