Let’s Stop Wrapping Apparel in Plastic

Four reasons to switch to paper-based packaging We have a waste problem, in which the fashion industry plays a big role. An estimated 19-23 million tons of plastic waste is dumped into our rivers, streams and waterways, and the vast majority (89%) is comprised of single-use plastics, such as poly bags—the primary packaging used to […]

Glassine: A Sustainable Packaging Material for Your Apparel Brand

Top 5 Reasons to Make the Switch Cheap and widely produced, single-use plastic bags significantly contribute to environmental waste — and customers are taking note. If your apparel brand is focused on sustainability, plastic polybags may send the wrong message. However, when it comes to sustainable packaging solutions, there are so many options it can […]

The Problem with Polybags and Single-Use Plastics

Here’s a mind-blowing statistic: One million single-use plastic bags are used across the globe every minute. Used throughout almost every step in the supply chain, plastic bags are one of the most ubiquitous packaging products of our time. Economical and readily available, they have become a default option to protect goods as they move from the manufacturer […]

Designing a Glassine Package? 6 Common Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them

There’s a reason why people love glassine paper so much. It has a high-quality appearance, is durable, and is made from renewable materials. If a glassine bag escapes into the environment, you don’t need to worry about it contaminating waterways or hurting wildlife like you do with single-use plastics—it’s biodegradable and will leave no trace. However, […]

Open End Envelopes Defined

Looking at a finished envelope, you may not realize all of the technology, testing, and innovation involved in creating it. There is much more than meets the eye – sizes, seams, flaps, closures. Envelopes can be one of the most critical marketing tools for your product. They may be the first impression of your brand. […]

What Is Glassine?

Unlike its name, glassine is not glass – but it does have some glasslike features. Glassine is a pulp-based material that has been mistaken for other substrates, such as wax paper, parchment, even plastic. Because of its unique look and feel, it may not seem like regular paper. And it’s not! Let’s take a closer look at […]

Choosing a Sustainable Packaging Supplier

There are many ways to ‘go green’ with your packaging. But what are the most sustainable packaging options? And what needs to be considered when working with packaging manufacturers? Consumers increasingly demand that the products they buy are packaged with sustainable materials. In response, companies must reevaluate their packaging materials and explore sustainable packaging solutions to boost […]