As the demand for kombucha and other fermented beverages continues to grow, more makers are taking the leap to producing it for retail and wholesale. It is important to understand how these live products behave when choosing your kombucha packaging components, storage and how your product will get to your customers. In this post, we […] The post Kombucha Packaging appeared first on Fillmore Container ..read more

Diffusol™ Reed Diffuser Base is available here at Fillmore Container! The Diffusol™ formula was carefully created to maximize the amount of fragrance oil movement in diffuser reeds. It is available for purchase in a 7lb jug, with a price break at 4 jugs. What are reed diffusers? A reed diffuser system consists of a diffuse […] The post Diffusol™ Reed Diffuser Base available at Fillmore Container appeared first on Fillmore Container ..read more

Using a distributor should benefit your business in many ways even if you’re not aware of all the tools available or if you haven’t really developed a relationship with your distributor. In this article, we’ll look at the many benefits of using a distributor and further developing that relationship as your business grows. Whether you are a start up business, using a co-packer to make all of your finished product, or your growing business is somewhere in between, establishing a good relationship with a distributor has its benefits. While it’s possible that you may only be able to get a portion ..read more

We’re excited to add Diffusol Reed Diffuser Base to our line of candle supplies here at Fillmore Container! The Diffusol formula was carefully created to maximize the amount of fragrance oil movement in diffuser reeds. It is available for purchase in a 7lb jug, with a price break at 4 jugs. What are reed diffusers? A reed diffuser system consists of a diffuse base scented with a fragrance oil. This scented oil is packaged in glass bottle which is securely closed with a cap/lid until it is ready to be used. At that time, the bottle is opened and the reeds are placed in the bottle. Benefits ..read more

Our new rPET wax melt trays are recyclable! Yes, it’s true! These require half the plastic and are made of rPET, which means that they are truly recyclable. We are excited to be part of the launch of this new product in conjunction with Hub Labels…who have designed a resealable label specifically to accommodate this new tray. How do these NEW rPET wax melt trays work? You fill the trays with your favorite tart/wax melt wax and fragrance combination just as you normally would (minus the hassle with the lids). The recommended pour temperature for these is 140° or lower. When they have fully coo ..read more

As your business grows, you may be prompted to switch lid styles for a variety of reasons. It may be a branding choice, a requirement of your distributor or a wholesale account, or a process authority requirement for your product. Whatever your reason, there are several important things to consider when switching lid styles: 2-piece lids to single-piece lids. In this post, we’ll address those points which will also serve as a reference in troubleshooting if you have already made the switch and are experiencing sealing challenges. The differences in the lid styles & why they matter As you ..read more

There is nothing quite like the freedom of crafting your culinary creations or or personal care formulations in the comfort of your kitchen. But as your small-scale production continues to grow, the limitations of your existing space may become apparent. The time comes when you must make a significant transition — moving your operations from kitchen to a co-packing facility.  Co-packing (short for co-packaging or contract packaging) means hiring a specialized business that provides other companies with packaging and manufacturing services. Due to their existing infrastructure, technology ..read more

Whether you’re a candle maker looking for a way to make good use of wick remnants & wax, or you’re a candle-burning fan who wants to use up that last bit of candle, we’re here to show you how to make fire starters and how easy it is! If you’re a candle maker, and always have these types of ingredients on hand and can make them with some regularity, these are an easy up-sell with minimal efforts. Customers love to share them with friends who love to cozy up to their fireplace, a bonfire or campfire. And although people may often think of these first for winter, they really are useful all y ..read more

We are excited to announce that we’re now offering made in-house accordion cut corrugate cushioning material for sale! Our investment in a new piece of equipment is allowing us to accomplish two wonderful things….to drastically reduce the amount of material heading our the door to our dumpster AND to offer another earth-friendly and affordable cushioning option to our customers. In case you missed it, our made in-house biodegradable starch-based packing peanuts have allowed us to package your orders in a more earth-friendly manner have also been a huge hit with our pick-up customers. For year ..read more

This Cranberry Conserve recipe from Ball Fresh Preserving is refreshingly simple – in ingredients and in the mechanics of it – and so delicious! I had one jar that wouldn’t fit into my stock pot I was using for a water bath canner, and we enjoyed some of the conserve on slices of sharp cheddar. The combination of sweet & tart & sharp was amazing. I can not wait to serve it on cheese boards for our holiday gatherings! It doesn’t take long to chop up the oranges (I did a double batch, which worked well!) so you can skip the loud kitchen appliance, put on your favorite Christmas tunes wh ..read more