Semi Custom Product Packaging for Next Generation Baseball Cap – Bespoke Packaging for Parapack Parapack delivers breathable, cloud-weight caps with a true fit-for-all design that can be worn by the entire family. Every cap style is crafted from super-breathable, recycled ripstop fabric—made from plastic bottles—and features Infini-fit sizing adjustment, ensuring a comfortable fit for both small and large noggins. Parapack Parapack is a young and optimistic brand making mindful, fun, and lightweight products with multifunctional designs for daily routine and life adventures. Co-founders ..read more

Mark Your Calendar! Come visit us at the 2023 Los Angeles Printers Fair October 21-22 2023, 10am-4pm Celebrate the creative worlds of letterpress, book arts and paper! The Los Angeles Printers Fair at the International Printing Museum in Carson, California brings the best of letterpress, book arts, and the paper arts to the Los Angeles area. With the backdrop of the world’s largest collection of working antique presses, the Printers Fair annually brings together 80 artistic vendors and 1500 visitors to experience the creative worlds of beautiful printing and handmade books. INTERNATIONAL PRI ..read more

Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos. Heidelberg Windmill Press – The Beauty of Analog Printing Technology In the fast-paced world of modern printing, where digital technology reigns supreme, there exists a timeless gem that continues to capture hearts and produce exquisite results. We proudly introduce you to “Heidi,” our beloved 1951 Heidelberg Windmill Press, a behemoth weighing in at a staggering 5,000 pounds of pure printing prowess. Before the advent of computers and digital printing, letterpress equipment like the Heidelberg Windmill was the unsung hero of the printing ..read more

Simple and Beautiful Tissue Paper Sleeves Tissue paper, a lightweight and delicate paper, comes in a vibrant array of colors and patterns. This versatile material serves multiple purposes, from safeguarding fragile items to enhancing the aesthetics of gift bags or boxes. However, its utility extends beyond the interior of packages; it can also be employed as an eye-catching decorative band or sleeve for the exterior of your packaging. Thanks to its generous dimensions, wide range of colors, and cost-effectiveness, tissue paper sleeves are ideal solution for our larger GreenKraft clamshells ..read more

Add a Custom Closure with Brass Fasteners GreenKraft clamshells are the perfect canvas for creative packaging designs.  With a couple simple tools, and inexpensive materials, you can create a unique and custom packaging solution.  In this example, we use a couple tools &  materials that can be found around the house. Materials: Brass fasteners and wooden toothpicks Tools: Leather Hole Punch Step 1: Punch a hole in the front and and another in the back of the clamshell. Insert a rubber band through hole in the back of the clamshell. Steps 2: Secure the rubber band with a t ..read more

DIY Merchandising Inspiration SPI is committed to providing innovative and environmentally friendly packaging options. Many of our customers want to be able to display their products on retail hooks.  With a few inexpensive and widely available materials, the GreenKraft clamshells can be outfitted with hang tabs for retail displays. This DIY modification allows small businesses and retailers to hang products rather than relying solely on shelf space.  Benefits of Adding Hang Tabs:  Hanging your product can increase your retail merchandising efforts: Boost Product V ..read more

Branding Your Packaging with Ink Stamps When it comes to branding your packaging, ink stamps are a game-changer. Their simplicity, versatility, and affordability make them a practical choice for businesses and projects of all sizes. Alternative to Custom Debossing One major advantage of using stamps is that they provide an easy alternative to custom debossing. At SPI, we offer custom debossing of your logo or design on our stock GreenKraft clamshells. However, the tooling cost, minimum order quantity, and lead times associated with debossing can be prohibitive for many small businesses or sm ..read more

How to Customize Stock Packaging with a Hole Punch Our GreenKraft clamshells are the perfect canvas for your creativity. With some simple modifications, you can transform our standard clamshell into something unique and customized. Select the Right Packaging: Choose the size and shape that suits your needs. Gather Materials: To modify the packaging, you’ll need a few basic supplies such as a hole puncher, ribbon or twine, scissors, and any additional embellishments you desire, like tags. Plan the Placement of Holes: Decide where you would like to incorporate the ribbon or ties into the pack ..read more

Rubber Bands are a Fun and Versatile Closure Option We love using rubber bands with our GreenKraft clamshells. Don’t let their simplicity and low cost fool you. They can make your packaging design stand out with a unique and playful twist. They are versatile and colorful. You can find bands in many colors and sizes to match your clamshell and your product. You can also use printed bands with your company’s logo and website for a more custom look. They are easy to use and reuse. You can quickly and securely close your clamshell with a band and open it again whenever you need to. This is idea ..read more

Soap Bars Packaging   – Laura MacLeod, the founder of Ility, has always been passionate about skincare and has been working as a holistic esthetician in the spa industry for over 8 years. During this time, she has developed an admiration for the power of ingredients, scents, and the results that high-quality products can produce. However, she also believes that the way in which we approach self-care is just as important as the products we use. This led her to combine her love of effective skincare with the ethos of Ility – and to find SPI’s soap bar packaging for her products ..read more