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Sttark's Guide to Printing: Process Color vs. Spot Color
July 15, 2022

Sttark's Guide to Printing: Process Color vs. Spot Color
Printed materials are vital for almost any business out there. Custom labels, product packaging, shipping materials, and more all need to be printed to keep your business running. Whether you’re using an at-home label printer or have upgraded to a professional label printer, you may have noticed color variations between print jobs. This could be…
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July 1, 2022

The Difference Between Boxes and Cartons
When it comes to product packaging, we often use the terms box and carton interchangeably. However, there are quite a few differences between the two and major benefits to using both in your product packaging. Fortunately, we know quite a bit about boxes and custom printed folding cartons. In this post, we’ll share our knowledge…
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Thermal Printing: An Introductory Guide
June 23, 2022

Thermal Printing: An Introductory Guide
Thermal printing has been around since the 1970s and still has many uses and applications today. They have been used in everything from underwater explorations to the Game Boy Printer of the late 90s. But what is it, and why does it matter to labels? What is Thermal Printing? Thermal Printing is a form of…
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April 12, 2022

What Size Label Do I Need For My Product?
It’s time to go to label school! Today, we’re sharing a few easy steps to finding the correctly sized label for your product. Don’t worry, the homework isn’t hard! You are a few steps away from finding out what custom label will work the best and look the best on your product. Bring your ‘A’…
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How To Measure Dimensions of a Box
April 11, 2022

How To Measure Dimensions of a Box
Getting box measurements correct is crucial for product packaging design. And while learning how to measure a box may sound a bit simplistic, there’s more to it than you might think. In this post, we’ll dive into how to measure box dimensions, including interior and exterior measurements, and how to correctly record those dimensions so…
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Illustration of a delivery man loading a truck with a shipment of beer.
February 22, 2022

How To Ship Alcohol in the US: The Complete Guide
If you’re just getting started selling private label wine, you need to know the rules and regulations around shipping alcohol in the US so you can successfully sell directly to your customers. As the popularity of online shopping continues to grow, many states have made it easier to ship alcohol directly to consumers, bypassing the…
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10 Best Places to Design Labels Online
January 11, 2022

10 Best Places to Design Labels Online
Whether you’re a startup or an established brand, an eye-catching label design for your product is a must. While a professional graphic designer who understands your brand and product is key for good product label design, it does not mean that you need an in-house design team. The good news is that there are tons…
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essential oil bottles
October 21, 2021

How To Bottle and Sell Your Own Essential Oils
As consumers discover the potential health and wellness benefits associated with essential oils, the market is projected to expand even more rapidly. According to projections from Grandview Research, essential oils sales are expected to grow at an annual rate of 7.5% through 2027. One way to tap into this expanding market is to partner with…
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Young entrepreneur developing a new candle product for their business.
October 14, 2021

How and Why to Start Your Own Candle Business + TONS of Resources
If you’re tired of the nine-to-five office life or are simply looking for a profitable hobby, you might want to consider starting a candle business. In this guide, we discuss not only the benefits of starting your own candle business, but also take you step-by-step through getting started. We’ve also compiled tons of resources for…
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Two floating ice cream containers with vibrant custom tapered labels.
September 29, 2021

How to Label a Tapered Container or Curved Surface
Straight lines and right angles certainly have their place in product packaging, but curved and tapered bottles, cans, and containers are a must for many product types. Designing curved or tapered labels for your products is simple if you know the process to use. In this post, we’ll share step-by-step instructions to ensure the taper…
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