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Wine gift baskets are something I really enjoy giving. They're perfect for just about anyone and any occasion. And you can customize them with favourite wines, fancy cheeses, crackers and such.
But don't you find that the ready made ones are kinda boring? And expensive??
You can do better, I know...
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Want to know the 5 reasons why we love Chinese takeout boxes?
Anna from Essential Packaging -
Around here, we all have our favourite gift packaging products. Some of us like ribbon, some tissue paper, others giftwrap. But there's one item we ALL can agree that we really LOVE...
Chinese takeout boxes!!
Yup, that's right! You can't help but love how versatile and indispensable Chinese takeout boxes are....
Photo albums, or photo books, are a wonderfully thoughtful gift for any occasion. They're filled with beautiful memories of children growing up, school life, weddings, special events and family vacations.
And while they make great gifts, how to gift wrap a photo album often presents some challenges. Usually, a gift...
No doubt about it, the cactus trend is HOT!! From home decor to gardening, cacti are definitely all the rage.
And even more so when it comes to parties...nothing says fun like some cacti for your next fiesta!
But what's a good way to create some cacti table decor that's quick and...
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Your gifts deserve to sparkle in a luxurious box like this!
Anna from Essential Packaging -
We've all been there before...
You've spent a lot of time and effort picking out (or making) the perfect gift to give.
You want to wrap it in an equally perfect way. But how??
Well, your gifts deserve to sparkle in a luxurious box...an easy to make diy glitter box!
All you need...
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What you need to know about amazing cello basket bags!
Anna from Essential Packaging -
Tell me, have you ever made up a gift basket?
If so, have you ever struggled with those long rolls of cello basket wrap??
I bet you have. We all have. Anyone who's ever wrapped a gift basket has and it's not fun. From trying to find a flat surface big...
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Stunning giant tissue paper daisies that are simple to make!
Anna from Essential Packaging -
You've volunteered to decorate the venue for an upcoming event.
Maybe it's a school fundraising gala, parent appreciation tea, church group luncheon, or sports team banquet. Whatever the event is, you have a HUGE gym/room to decorate and almost NO budget. You'd like to make it look good but you're just not...
It's not a secret...everyone LOVES Easter treats!
Kids and adults alike enjoy getting yummy chocolates and candies for Easter.
Instead of just putting them all in a candy bag or basket, make our adorable Easter bunny treat box instead!
The best part is it's quick and easy to do and you don't...
I fondly remember being in Grade 1 and just loving Friday afternoons when we'd do crafty things. My teacher, Mrs. McKenzie was uber creative and always made those afternoons so much fun. Everything we made had to have some glitter, pipe cleaner or ribbon on it!
Who knew that an Easter...
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Make these tissue paper carnation favours for your next party!
Anna from Essential Packaging -
You're having a party next weekend and you'd like to give your guests a little favour to take home. You want to try something different, something you haven't done before.
You're drawing a blank.
HELP!
No problem, we've got your back!
Here's an easy and beautiful favour idea that you can whip up in...
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Anna is Vice President and Director of Marketing at Essential Packaging Inc. For the past 24 years, along with her husband of 25 years, David, she has helped to grow the company from a home based business into a thriving retail and online enterprise. Her love of creative packaging, marketing and small business life has lead her to the wonderful world of blogging. Now she writes on her 2 blogs, A Beautifully Wrapped Life and A Small Business Life. She enjoys kayaking with her son Matt, hikes with her constantly shedding Yellow Lab Soda and her 5 backyard chickens.
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