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[new] 5 creative holiday packaging ideas for small businesses
What is on the outside of your packages should be just as special as the products inside. The holiday season […]
8 Best Fonts for Posters: How to choose the right one
Choosing the right font for your poster plays a key role in how your message is received. It can determine […]
8 Best Fonts for Posters: How to choose the right one
Choosing the right font for your poster plays a key role in how your message is received. It can determine […]
How to spot, prevent and heal small business owner burnout
Running a small business is exciting, but it can quickly turn into a 24/7 grind. No matter how passionate you […]
Redesign resolution: A new look sparks a brand transformation
MY MARKETING MUST-HAVES Redesign resolution: A new look sparks a brand transformation Estimated reading time: 6 minutes A new year […]
[Archived] How to Design a Business Card: The Ultimate Guide
Your business card is often the first impression someone has of your brand—so make it count. In this guide on […]
2024 Christmas marketing tips for your small business
The economic landscape may not look particularly encouraging right now, but Christmas is fast approaching and it traditionally ushers in […]
Complete guide to custom kraft paper bags: sizes, handles, benefits & uses
A sturdy, well-designed kraft paper bag helps customers associate your business with quality, care and value. Choose a reusable option […]
How to photograph your packaged products: A beginner’s guide to packaging photography
Your custom packaging looks fantastic in person. Now, how do you make it look just as good on camera? Packaging […]
A guide to packaging for handmade items and Etsy sellers
When selling handmade goods online, packaging is often the first interaction buyers have with your brand. The best packaging for […]
Business cards innovation: How our product has evolved over the years
In the world of professional networking, business cards have always been a staple, offering a quick, tangible way to make […]
Guide to protective packaging and packing materials for small business
Protective packaging is the combination of materials that cushion, support and shield your products during storage and shipping. You put […]
Packaging size guide: How to measure products for custom packaging
Getting the right packaging size starts with measuring your product accurately and allowing enough room for protective materials. Finding the […]
Hang tag design guide: How to choose materials, shapes, sizes and finishes
Custom hang tag design gives brands a simple way to elevate product packaging, establish brand value, add personality and provide […]
The small business guide to packaging and shipping fragile items
For small businesses, shipping fragile items is more than protecting your products – it also improves your profits and customers’ […]
[archived] How to Use Stamps for Branding and Promotion
Your business has endless repetitive tasks and processes, whether you’re filing another document or sending another piece of mail. Business […]
How to choose e-commerce packaging for small business
E-commerce packaging is the outer container and protective materials that get an online order safely to your customer. Choose well, […]
The fundamentals of business card layout
A strong business card layout makes a small amount of space work hard. Your name, contact details, logo and other […]
[new] The best business card color combinations for every industry (plus print tips)
Business cards are all about making connections. Much more than simply eye-catching, the right color combinations on business cards are […]
[new] How to use the back of business cards: 11 creative design ideas
Business cards may be small, but that doesn’t mean you have to squeeze everything onto one side. While your logo, […]
[new] How to master international business card etiquette to win global clients
Business cards may be used worldwide, but the rules for exchanging them aren’t universal. In Japan, writing on someone’s card […]
Business card design by industry: trends, compliance and interactive tools
A business card should feel like a natural extension of the work you do. But the same design choices won’t […]
[new] 10 types of business cards for small businesses
Every small business is unique, and your business cards should be, too. The best one for you depends on what […]
[new] 7 unique business card examples and how to print them
A business card can do much more than share your name and contact details. The right design can communicate your […]
[new] How to design business cards in Illustrator: A step-by-step guide
Even in a digital world, business cards are essential for networking, creating meaningful relationships and promoting small businesses. And the […]
Color contrast for web design: 19 color contrast design examples
Color contrast is one of the fastest ways to improve the clarity, usability and overall professionalism of a design. A […]
The 6 UX design basics every small business website needs to follow
Most customers don’t discover your business through your website first. They find you through a social post, a business card, […]
How to use AI for small business design
AI helps small business owners create design ideas, visuals, marketing concepts and first drafts faster. It supports everything from social […]
12 easy-to-read fonts: Simple fonts and what makes them readable
With easy-to-read fonts, your brand message comes through loud and clear. The fonts you choose are a key component of […]
The 7 principles of design and how to use them (with infographic)
Design differs from art in that it has to have a purpose. Visually, this functionality is interpreted by making sure […]
RGB vs CMYK: What’s the difference?
Whether you’re a designer or you’re getting a design, it’s important to know the difference between RGB vs. CMYK color […]
[Newest] Holiday marketing ideas: 9 ways to drive sales and customer loyalty
Holiday marketing is a major opportunity for small businesses, but crowded advertising channels and limited time can make it difficult […]
[New] Holiday giveaway ideas for your small business: A complete multi-seasonal guide
The holiday season can be one of the busiest times of year for a small business, so any promotion you […]
[new] Secret Santa gift ideas for every budget and workplace
A Secret Santa exchange is a fun way to bring your team or friendship group together at Christmas. The best […]
[new] Holiday gift basket ideas for business clients
Building a business is hard work, and the holidays are a popular time to show appreciation to the people who […]
Beyond the family portrait: 12 stunning non-photo Christmas card ideas for 2026
Family and team photo cards are a holiday classic, but they’re not the only way to send something memorable. Whether […]
Christmas card suggestions: Navigating business vs. personal greetings
Christmas card suggestions are everywhere – but you need the right one for the right person, whether they’re your friend, […]
[new] What to write in a Christmas card: The ultimate holiday wording guide
You’ve picked the card, chosen the photo and checked every name on your mailing list. Now for the part that […]
[new] Custom holiday cards for businesses: Ideas, inspiration and how-to
Custom holiday cards are one of the easiest ways to remind customers why they enjoy doing business with you. A […]