Looking to blend the art of scent with craftsmanship, home fragrance brand Venture introduced the Oasis Collection, a line of handmade candles and incense crafted to turn any space into a personal haven. To complement their carefully crafted products, PakFactory partnered with Venture to develop beautiful, thoughtful packaging that mirrors the care poured into every piece.

About Venture and Their Oasis Collection

Venture is a young, imaginative brand dedicated to creating experiences that blend art and emotion. Each of their home fragrance products is handmade with care in the USA.

In harmony with their brand vision, the Oasis Collection draws inspiration from the gentle rhythms of nature. It features candles and incense sticks in two distinct scents: Paloma, a bright, airy blend of grapefruit and pink pepper; and Drift, a warm, inviting mix of amber and vanilla. Every ingredient is toxin-free and cruelty-free, underscoring Venture’s commitment to mindful crafting.

To bring more artistry to the collection, Venture partnered with Charlotte Smith Studios in Atlanta to create the candle vessels. Each vessel is made from hand-thrown porcelain and designed to be reused. To take sustainability even further, Venture also offers a refill service, giving every candle a second life and reinforcing their promise to care for both people and the planet.

Creating Packaging Worthy of Handcrafted Excellence

It was Venture’s first time sourcing packaging. All they knew was that they needed rigid boxes for candles, incense sticks, and ceramic incense holders. With limited experience and many uncertainties, they turned to PakFactory for expert guidance.

Recognizing how important the Oasis Collection was as their signature line, our packaging specialist, Michelle, and the PakFactory team developed a tailored solution. Together, we crafted a series of high-quality packaging that reflects the same care and artistry found in Venture’s products.

Bespoke Structure for Each Unique Product

To meet the needs of each item in the collection, we designed three distinct custom rigid boxes. Each with its own carefully considered structure:

1. Candle: Partial Cover Telescope Box with Foam Insert

Since the ceramic candle vessel is both delicate and heavy, our team designed a cube-shaped telescopic rigid box. The sturdy two-piece structure can handle the weight while safeguarding the porcelain. Unlike a typical full-flush lid, the partial cover lid reveals just enough of the inner compartment. This thoughtful design makes the candle easier to access while delivering a smooth, satisfying unboxing experience.Inside, a custom-fitted EPE foam insert securely holds the candle vessel in place, ensuring it stays perfectly protected throughout transit and handling.

2. Incense Sticks: Drawer Box with Ribbon Pull Tab

For the long, delicate incense sticks, we engineered a drawer box precisely tailored to their length. Its rigid structure not only offers impeccable protection but also enhances the presentation with a touch of luxury. A ribbon pull tab ensures the inner tray slides out effortlessly. As customers open the box, the gentle aroma begins to escape, creating a memorable, sensory experience that starts the moment they unbox their purchase.

3. Incense Holder: Lid and Tray Box

The handmade ceramic incense holder features an irregular, pebble-like shape. We designed a lid and tray rigid box with a shallow base that fits the holder’s length and height perfectly, preventing excess movement inside. The lid covers snugly over the base tray, creating a secure closure while allowing effortless opening. As a final touch, a subtle embossed line on the lid echoes the shape of the holder, giving customers a visual hint of the nature-inspired piece sitting inside.

Consistency Across Collection

Since all the products belong to the same collection, it was essential to ensure each box—though different in structure—shared a unified look and feel that stayed true to Venture’s branding.

We began by exploring several white and cream paper options for the box wrap. After a few rounds of sampling, the client settled on an eggshell-colored textured paper that perfectly aligned with their organic, natural brand aesthetic. Once the ideal shade was selected, we went through rigorous quality checks to guarantee the exact same eggshell color appeared consistently across all boxes.

Beyond color, each packaging piece features the same thoughtful design elements: Venture’s brand name, the Paloma and Drift scent names, and clean botanical artwork—all rendered in black for crisp contrast. This cohesive design approach ensures the entire collection presents a harmonious, nature-inspired look from every angle.

Glossy Yet Subtle Details

Although Venture favored a minimalist style, they still wanted certain elements—like the scent names Paloma and Drift and their botanical artwork—to stand out. Many brands achieve this with metallic foiling in gold or silver to create a high-end look. However, the client felt metallic finishes would be too flashy and out of step with their natural, understated brand aesthetic.

Taking their vision to heart, our team recommended a gloss black foil paired with an embossing effect on the text and graphics. This thoughtful combination allows key details to catch the light and draw the eye, while preserving the subtle, organic feel the client wanted. The result is packaging that feels quietly sophisticated and perfectly aligned with their brand. The Venture team loved how this approach honored their brand’s elegance while still creating those important focal points that guide the customer’s eye.

Less Material, Same Care

At first, the client wanted a full-height foam insert for their candle box, stretching from the bottom to the top of the 4-inch-tall package. They pictured the insert to be surrounding the ceramic candle vessels and offering maximum protection.

However, a foam insert of that size would have significantly increased packaging costs. Keeping the client’s budget in mind, our packaging specialist, Michelle, carefully reviewed the design. She then recommended a smarter solution: a much shorter, 1-inch foam insert that snugly supports the base of the candle. This approach still provided excellent protection while avoiding unnecessary material.

By making this change, we not only optimized costs but also greatly reduced material usage—perfectly aligning with Venture’s commitment to sustainability.

A Collection Loved by Brand and Buyers

When Venture received the final mass-produced packaging, they were thrilled by the exquisite quality of each rigid box. Together, the boxes formed a beautifully unified collection—perfect for showcasing their home fragrances individually or as an elegant complete set.

The Venture team was especially delighted by the combination of black foil and embossing on the text and artwork. They felt it struck the perfect balance of boldness and subtlety.

As soon as the Oasis Collection launched in October 2023, the packaging quickly captured customers’ hearts. Buyers praised the cohesive, inviting look and the smooth, satisfying unboxing experience.

“We’ve got the fragrances up in stores, and people are really loving how the packaging has turned out.” — Oladapo Onikuyide, Founder of Venture

The packaging became more than just protection—it became part of the product experience itself, setting the stage for the aromatic journey waiting inside.

Bring Home Fragrance & Candle Packaging Ideas to Life with PakFactory

Venture entrusted PakFactory to create their very first packaging collection, and our expertise in bespoke solutions proved that their decision was smart. Here’s why we stood out:

• Brand Alignment in Every Detail: From precise color matching to thoughtful finishes, we ensure every element of your packaging reflects your unique brand identity.
• Tailored Solutions for Every Product: We believe every carefully crafted product—like Venture’s handmade fragrances—deserves equally meticulous packaging. That’s why we design the best-suited solution for each individual item.
• Your Interests Always Come First: We keep your budget and goals top of mind, recommending the right packaging for your needs—not simply the most expensive option.

Have candle packaging ideas or need an incense sticks packaging design brought to life? Contact PakFactory today to work with our experts on a custom solution tailored to your brand.

Recognizing their customers’ desire for restaurant-quality cocktails in a private setting, Via Carota introduced a series of bottled craft cocktails that are perfect for both gifting and personal enjoyment. To ensure these delicate glass bottles reached customers safe and sound, the brand partnered with PakFactory to develop an exquisite, functional magnetic-closure rigid box for their signature cocktails.

Now, cocktail enthusiasts can savor premium beverages effortlessly, anytime, anywhere.

The Client: Via Carota Craft Cocktails

Nestled in New York City’s West Village, Italian restaurant Via Carota is not only one of Taylor Swift’s favorite spots in town but is also renowned for its signature negronis and martinis. To bring their exquisite drinks beyond the restaurant doors, they launched Via Carota Craft Cocktails, a line of ready-to-serve bottled beverages.

Dedicated to crafting cocktails without compromise, the brand infuses every sip with the restaurant’s excellence and authenticity. Each bottle is a masterpiece of precision, blending timeless recipes with innovative techniques to deliver an elevated drinking experience.

The Challenge: Secure & Sophisticated Cocktail Packaging

To enhance the presentation of their artisanal beverages, Via Carota Craft Cocktails required a custom gift box that reflected the artistry and refinement of their brand while addressing key functional requirements. The client expected the packaging to be:

1. Durable and Secure Enough to Hold Multiple Bottles

The packaging needed to securely hold five glass cocktail bottles and a custom stirrer, preventing damage during transit. The insert had to provide a snug fit for the bottles while elegantly incorporating the stirrer. Additionally, the rigid box required exceptional durability to withstand heavy handling and transportation without compromising its integrity.

2. Aligning with Brand Identity

Beyond protection, the packaging also served as a showcase for the cocktail bottles. To capture Via Carota’s artisanal essence, the box had to exude sophistication through material choices and finishes. The design needed to uphold the restaurant’s premium standards while embodying a “vintage meets modern” aesthetic, enhancing the overall customer experience.

3. With Precise and Consistent Details

Via Carota envisioned an embossed pattern across the box’s exterior, complemented by foil stamping for the brand’s logo and interior text. These intricate details required meticulous alignment and consistency across all units to meet the brand’s high expectations and quality standards.

The Solution: A Meticulous Design and Execution Process

1. Material Selection and Testing

PakFactory began by sourcing premium materials for the rigid box that met both aesthetic and functional needs. Concerning durability, 2.5mm chipboards were chosen to provide stronger support, making sure the box was sturdy enough to hold five cocktail bottles.

The exterior was wrapped in white natural paper for an organic and refined texture. Extensive testing was conducted to confirm the material’s compatibility with embossing and foil stamping effects, ensuring a flawless finish.

2. Custom Insert Maximizing Protection

A well-fitted insert was crucial for securing the cocktail bottles and stirrer. Using advanced design software and precision cutting technology, PakFactory engineered a bespoke corrugated insert that held the bottles securely at both the neck and base.

Multiple prototypes were developed to refine the insert’s dimensions and cutout placements, guaranteeing that the glassware remained protected during transit, while maintaining usability and an elegant presentation.

3. Details Enhancements

To elevate the packaging’s visual and tactile appeal:

• Embossed Geometric Patterns were applied across the exterior, adding depth and sophistication.
• Gold Foil Stamping was strategically integrated along the box edges, logo, and interior text, enhancing the luxurious aesthetic.
• Magnetic Closures were seamlessly embedded for a balance of security and effortless access to the cocktails.

Throughout the development process, PakFactory worked closely with Via Carota Craft Cocktails, incorporating feedback to refine every detail to perfection.

4. Precise Manufacturing and Post-Production Support

During production, each component underwent rigorous quality checks to ensure consistency, particularly in embossing and foil stamping alignment. The rigid box and insert were carefully assembled to uphold structural integrity and durability.

Once production was complete, PakFactory managed logistics to ensure timely delivery. Additionally, we provided post-production support, allowing Via Carota to seamlessly reorder and adapt the packaging for future product variations—such as gift boxes accommodating more bottles or cocktail glasses.

The Result: Exquisite Cocktail Box Perfect for Gifting

Seamless Brand Consistency

The finished gift box beautifully captured Via Carota’s brand identity, blending modern elegance with traditional craftsmanship. The premium materials, embossing, and foil detailing reinforced the brand’s dedication to quality and artistry.

Unparalleled Product Protection

The tailored corrugated insert and durable magnetic-closure rigid box ensured that each glass bottle and stirrer remained secure during transit. The precision-engineered structure not only minimized damage risks but also highlighted the brand’s commitment to reliability.

Memorable Unboxing Experience

Both Via Carota Craft Cocktails’ leadership and customers praised the exceptional quality and attention to detail in the gift box. The combination of premium finishes and user-friendly design elevated the unboxing experience, leaving a lasting impression on recipients. The project’s success strengthened Via Carota Craft Cocktails’ presence in the premium beverage market.

Why Choose PakFactory

Via Carota Craft Cocktails entrusted PakFactory to craft their gift box due to our proven expertise in delivering premium, tailored packaging solutions. Here’s why we stood out:

• Tailored Craftsmanship: From custom inserts to luxurious finishes, we carefully designed every detail to align with Via Carota’s brand values of innovation, artistry, and elegance.
• Precision in Engineering & Production: Our iterative prototyping and stringent quality control ensured that the final product was both structurally sound and visually stunning. 
• Scalable & Future-Ready Solutions: We designed the packaging with adaptability in mind, allowing easy modifications to accommodate future product lines.

Looking for a standout spirits packaging solution like Via Carota Craft Cocktails? PakFactory can help you create unique packaging that reflects your brand’s sophistication and craftsmanship. Contact us today to collaborate with our experts and transform your packaging vision into reality.

With PakFactory’s expertise, the final result—a sophisticated pearlescent rigid box with a magnetic closure—offered both elegance and functionality, reflecting East West Bank’s commitment to excellence as a leading financial institution.

The Client: East West Bank

Founded in 1973 in Los Angeles to serve the Chinese American community, East West Bank has grown into a full-service commercial bank with over 100 locations across the United States. Managing over $70 billion in assets, the bank is renowned for its expertise in cross-border banking, offering financial solutions that bridge the East and West.

East West Bank’s commitment to excellence extends beyond its financial services to recognizing and celebrating its associates’ achievements. The bank prioritizes honoring its employees with meaningful rewards that embody its core values of quality, innovation, and sophistication.

The Challenge: Creating a Premium Presentation Box

For its latest employee recognition initiative, East West Bank sought a high-end packaging solution for its plaques. The presentation box needed to not only protect and elegantly display the plaques but also reflect the premium nature of the brand.

Entrusting PakFactory with this project, the bank required a packaging solution that addressed three key challenges:

Challenge 1: Magnetic Rigid Box with Specific Finishes

The client requested a 7” x 5” x 1” magnetic rigid box that matched the gunmetal-colored pearlescent exterior of their previous packaging. PakFactory was tasked with sourcing a similar material while proposing modern alternatives that aligned with East West Bank’s evolving brand identity. A matte coating was also required to enhance the premium aesthetic.

Challenge 2: Logo Precision

The key branding element—the East West Bank logo featured black foiling combined with registered embossing, requiring precise alignment between the foil application and embossing process. To achieve this sharp and tactile effect, high levels of accuracy are demanded to ensure consistency across all units.

Challenge 3: Functional Customization

The packaging needed to securely hold the plaque while ensuring easy removal for recipients. A custom foam insert with precise cutouts was required to prevent damage during transportation while maintaining usability.

The Process: Precision in Design and Production

1. Material Sourcing and Matching

To replicate the gunmetal-colored pearlescent finish requested by the client, PakFactory sourced multiple samples of pearlescent paper and explored alternative options to match the bank’s modern branding needs.

After careful evaluation, we proposed a lighter blue-grey pearlescent paper as a refined alternative, offering better contrast for the logo while maintaining an upscale, luminous finish. East West Bank agreed with the choice, appreciating the modern twist and alignment with its branding.

2. Logo Foiling and Embossing

Since the East West Bank logo was critical to the design, to ensure it was flawlessly executed required:

• Foil Application: Black foil was applied with pinpoint accuracy for a bold and luxurious finish.
• Registered Embossing: The embossing was precisely aligned with the foil to add depth and texture, enhancing both visual appeal and tactile engagement.

The precision in production resulted in a striking logo that enhanced both visual and tactile engagement.

3. Engineering the Foam Insert

To make sure the plaques were secured, PakFactory designed a precision-cut EVA foam insert tailored to the plaque’s dimensions.

A thumb notch was also incorporated into the foam insert, allowing recipients to remove the plaque easily while maintaining the packaging’s refined aesthetic.

4. Prototyping and Refinement

To validate the material finishes, structural integrity, and logo effects, PakFactory developed prototypes during the design process to test:

• Pearlescent paper durability and compatibility with CMYK printing and matte coating.
• Alignment and consistency of black foiling and registered embossing.
• The EVA foam insert was a snug fit for the plaques and the thumb notch’s functionality.

We consulted East West Bank at every stage and integrated feedback into the design, ensuring the final product aligned perfectly with the client’s expectations.

5. Production and Quality Control

With the design finalized, PakFactory moved forward with production, and conducted quality control checks at every stage of the manufacturing process:

• Box Construction: Magnetic closures were seamlessly integrated for durability and ease of use.
• Printing and Coating: High-quality CMYK printing was applied inside and out, followed by a matte coating.
• Assembly: The pearlescent paper, foam insert, and embossed logo were precisely crafted to ensure a flawless final product.

6. Delivery and Post-Production Support

Beyond design and production, PakFactory coordinated the logistics to efficiently and securely deliver the completed packaging to East West Bank. 

We also provided ongoing support for East West Bank for future orders and design adaptations.

The Result: A Box Honoring Devotion and Excellence

Practicality Meets Elegance

PakFactory’s tailored packaging solution for East West Bank balanced aesthetic appeal with functionality. The 2.5mm-thick greyboard construction of the rigid box, combined with a secure magnetic closure and a custom foam insert, ensured the plaques remained protected while exuding sophistication.

Enhanced Employee Recognition Experience

The premium presentation box elevated the overall unboxing experience for the recipients, with the precision-cut EVA foam insert allowing effortless access to the plaques.

East West Bank’s associates appreciated the high-quality design adding a sense of prestige to the recognition program, and fostering greater employee engagement.

Elevated Brand Perception

The meticulous design reinforced East West Bank’s commitment to quality and innovation. The transition from gunmetal to blue-grey pearlescent paper modernized the look while maintaining brand consistency. This refined packaging strengthened the bank’s reputation both internally and externally.

Why Choose PakFactory

East West Bank partnered with PakFactory to bring their vision to life. Our expertise in high-end packaging solutions ensured every detail aligned with the bank’s brand identity and expectations. Here’s why PakFactory stood out:

• Tailored Custom Solutions: We seamlessly matched previous packaging designs while offering modern enhancements, ensuring usability and providing a better user experience.
• Expertise in Premium Materials and Finishes: Our experience in sourcing and applying high-quality materials ensured a flawless result.
• Advanced Manufacturing and Quality Assurance: Precision execution ensured durability and consistency across all units.
• End-to-End Service: From concept to delivery, we provided a seamless experience for our client with transparent communication.

Inspired by our collaboration with East West Bank? Let us help you create bespoke packaging that reflects your brand’s sophistication and attention to detail. Contact PakFactory today to craft packaging solutions that leave a lasting impression.

“The idea to make wooden koozies came after our founder was enjoying a cold one out in front of his garage. After the first Woody was made, it wasn’t long before family and friends were asking for more. From there, the company launched into festivals and markets around the southeast, brainstorming ideas for new products along the way” – Dustin Wexler, Partner/Craftsman at Well Designed Wood

As the company expanded into wholesale markets, it faced a challenge with showcasing its product in a way that allowed customers to see its full potential. 

After working with PakFactory, they found a solution that not only met their needs but also had the opportunity to increase their sell rates.

The Challenge

Well Designed Wood and Sons had a unique product that required a specific solution for showcasing their koozies in retail outlets. 

The company needed a countertop display that would allow customers to see the entire product, including the bottom. 

“Our main problem has been getting customers to see the entirety at a glance. We needed to create a solution that would allow the customer to view the entire product. Since we are expanding our wholesale side of the business, we decided upon a countertop display for our retail outlets that will be carrying/currently carry our products” –  Dustin Wexler, Partner/Craftsman at Well Designed Wood

While their product had a lot of visual stimuli, the real value came from the experience of holding a koozie in their hands. 

The company wanted to provide this experience to potential customers to increase their sell rates.

The Solution

After some research, Well Designed Wood and Sons decided on a countertop display from PakFactory. 

The display was designed to showcase two products at different angles, allowing customers to see all sides of the koozie. 

“We are very excited about the solution! Since the countertop display from PakFactory was created to display two products, it allows each to be in a different orientation so the customer can see all angles of them. In addition, the extra signage space gave us room to add the product name, branding, benefits of the product, pictures, and company information. Lastly, it gives the customer an incentive to pick it up the Gripper which has been shown to increase sell rates” –  Dustin Wexler, Partner/Craftsman at Well Designed Wood

The extra space on the display allowed the company to add branding, product names, benefits, and company information.

The display also provided an incentive for customers to pick up a koozie, increasing the chance of a sale.

The Result

Since the company only started using the countertop display about a month ago, it’s difficult for Well Designed Wood and Sons to measure its success just yet, but they believe it will make a significant impact on their sales. 

“It adds a lot to a retail store display, packs a lot of information on it, and represents our brand well, therefore we are confident we will see an increase in repeat business in the wholesale side of our business” –  Dustin Wexler, Partner/Craftsman at Well Designed Wood

The display not only allows customers to see the full potential of their product, but it also establishes a more professional brand narrative.

The extra space on the display gave the company an opportunity to showcase its branding, which is helping with brand recognition.

Well Designed Wood and Sons found the process of working with PakFactory to be streamlined, easy, and enjoyable.

“The process was simple and easy. We worked with Michelle and she always responded to us in a timely manner and was also very knowledgeable about the process. Everything was very streamlined and clear. From our POV it was a great experience and we would 100% recommend PakFactory to another business” – Dustin Wexler, Partner/Craftsman at Well Designed Wood

Well Designed Wood and Sons faced a challenge in showcasing their unique koozies in retail outlets, but working with PakFactory provided a solution that allowed customers to see the full potential of their product. 

The company’s sales are predicted to increase since implementing the PakFactory countertop display, showcasing the importance of the right packaging solution in increasing business success.

The mission at Serena Sleep is “to provide a legendary service experience. To be unquestionably the best and easiest company for our customers to work with”. 

With over 100 million people worldwide suffering from sleep apnea, Serena sleep delivers high-quality solutions at the lowest prices to make sleep apnea relief more accessible. 

Custom made for every customer to ensure optimal relief, Gary Maas at Serena Sleep knew that they needed packaging that could match the quality and experience of their products. 

The Challenge

Gary at Serena Sleep was referred to PakFactory by Corey Blackham, VP of Customer Experience at Klowen Braces. 

“Gary found the packaging made for Klowen Custom Braces was the quality he was looking for and wanted to create his own version for Serena Sleep” –  Ken Lo, Product Specialist at PakFactory

Gary reached out to PakFactory and started building a packaging strategy with Ken Lo to accommodate their products and deliver an exceptional experience. 

Serena Sleep was looking to package two different products in the same packaging. 

However, the two products in question were slightly different in sizing making it challenging to package within the same box. 

The Solution

Ken Lo and Gary Maas worked together to determine the best solution for packaging two products that differ in size. 

Ultimately, Serena Sleep knew they wanted to package both products in a magnetic closure rigid box to complement the quality of their industry-leading product. 

With magnetic rigid boxes in mind, Ken Lo suggested PU foam inserts to hold both product sizes within one box for optimal support, protection, and product presentation. 

PU Foam inserts are incredibly shock absorbent and easily compressible for convenient storage, which was an optimal choice for Serena Sleep. 

Gary decided to move forward with a sample of the final packaging design, including the foam box inserts to examine the quality and fit of the Serena Sleep products before moving forward with approval for a small run order production. 

The Result

Gary decided to start with a small run order to ensure their first launch was delivering the intended experience and quality. 

Serena Sleep was delighted to get positive feedback on their products and packaging allowing them to scale their product and ramp up their production order of the final packaging design. 

Since then Serena Sleep has gained a reputation for being an industry leader in sleep apnea relief products as they continue to develop and scale their brand. 

PakFactory and Serena Sleep continue to work together to ensure consistent packaging results and optimal product presentation every time. 

PakFactory continues to scale its global packaging supply chain to ensure businesses like Serena Sleep can create an entire experience with ease using our multi-packaging capabilities! 

This subscription box service showcases the best in hard-to-find-or-try craft distilleries and delivers a range of different flavors every quarter. 

“Blind whiskey tastings among friends soon included friends of friends, expanding as they fell in love with our tasting experience” – Bob DeMars, Founder of Blind Barrels. 

Whiskey holds the flavor of luxury, that’s why it was important to Bob to find packaging that truly reflected the entire tasting experience.  

The Challenge

Blind Barrels started their search for the perfect packaging supplier but quickly realized that finding the right fit was going to be a lengthy process. 

Bob and his team had a clear idea of what their vision of the perfect box would look like for Blind Barrels but found it extremely difficult to find a company that could accommodate their needs. 

We must have talked to over 20 vendors and we really thought some of the custom elements we wanted in our box would not be possible because these companies had told us such – Bob DeMar, Founder of Blind Barrels 

Bob DeMars was looking for a company that could create magnetic rigid boxes featuring gold foil stamping and custom foam inserts, but found they would likely have to utilize a variety of vendors in order to get the desired results. 

This would have cost Blind Barrels plenty of costs and time. 

We had many other packaging vendors fall short in pricing, quality, and timeline. I even have good friends in this industry who couldn’t provide what we needed and ended up costing triple or more with a high MOQ when they quoted us” – Bob DeMars, Founder of Blind Barrels

Luckily PakFactory was able to bring Bob’s search to an end. 

The Solution

Once Bob reached out to PakFactory, he was able to work closely with a dedicated product specialist who took the time to get to know his product, vision, and brand identity. 

After ordering a few samples and making a few cosmetic changes to their packaging, Bob was extremely impressed with the quality, time efficiency and cost effectiveness of PakFactory’s solutions and services. 

“Not one other company came close to providing both the quality in execution and viable price points. From materials used to customization capabilities (gold leaf, color litho, magnet closure, ribbon pull, and custom foam box inserts), PakFactory has exceeded all our company’s expectations” – Bob DeMars, Founder of Blind Barrels

The final solution featured luxurious rigid boxes with a gold foil stamped Blind Barrels logo and custom foam inserts to hold each bottle in place within the box. 

Rigid boxes arrive pre-assembled due to some of the manufacturing processes being done by hand. 

While corrugated boxes are an ideal solution for shipping, Blind barrels found that the assembly time for mailer boxes was sometimes a lengthy process.  

Blind Barrels decided to provide an additional layer of protection for shipping using mailers to ensure product and packaging integrity. 

“Corrugated boxes are a fine solution for many companies, but the time that goes into assembling them into mailable boxes can sometimes be an arduous step in the process. Since our boxes go into a mailer, having a box ready for our products to be inserted saves a myriad of hours when we are getting to ship our subscription boxes” – Bob DeMars, Founder of Blind Barrels. 

The Result

Since launching the packaging and whiskey subscription box service, Blind Barrels have received a rush of positive feedback about the packaging. 

With many of their customers reusing the boxes and sharing the experience with friends and family, Blind Barrels was able to reach a great level of customer satisfaction for their business. 

“As a subscription company, churn rate (what percentage of customers you lose in a given period) is vital. Our churn rate is a small fraction of our competitors and I think our packaging plays a major role in this. While our subscribers have been very happy with the experience and product we provide, there’s only one thing that has had 100% positive and consistent feedback: they absolutely love our packaging and presentation” – Bob DeMars, Founder of Blind Barrels 

PakFactory was able to bring Blind Barrels’ packaging vision to life in a time-efficient and cost effective way thanks to our global packaging supply chain and multi-packaging capabilities. 

Blind Barrels is grateful to have a handful of experts on their start-up journey and is thrilled with the positive results from PakFactory’s solutions. 

“The experience our customers have with our brand has to be high quality, and PakFactory has turned that dream into a reality. Every product review from customers and journalists alike rave about the packaging presentation” – Bob DeMars, Founder of Blind Barrels 

Start-ups and small businesses often have a hard time obtaining packaging solutions that showcase their branding and meet their budgets. 

However, PakFactory has the capability to work with you and optimize budgets, designs and much more to meet your needs as a business. 

“With all the growing pains and moving pieces in any start up, we’re thankful to have any of these worries removed from such a key element in our branding via our packaging.” – Bob DeMars, Founder of Blind Barrels

PakFactory and Blind Barrels keep close ties to continue optimizing their packaging solutions to meet goals and continue growing Blind Barrels as a business. 

PakFactory loves seeing our customers’ businesses grow! 

“The majority of bars on the market are trash and we became so frustrated by how much the food industry scams people into thinking they’re eating something healthy and in reality, they’re not at all.” – Zach Broome, founder of Vitamin Bar

He discovered that 90% of the world’s population is vitamin and/or mineral deficient and that deficiencies are closely linked to a range of physical health issues.

That’s why he created the Vitamin Bar that is packed with vitamins, organic ingredients and supplements to enhance performance and health levels. 

The simple ingredients are carefully crafted to be delicious but still a nutritious addition to your day to day snacks. 

The Challenge

Zach Broome had put a lot of thought into the vitamin bar and perfected the formula. 

He knew he needed packaging to complement  the quality of the product and reached out to PakFactory to get the process started.

He was looking for packaging that would fit seamlessly into his supply chain and make a good first impression for his customers. 

PakFactory’s product specialists Michelle and Giorgio worked with Zach to get a good idea of their brand and budget to bring his vision to life. 

With the artwork and branding design already in place, the main priority was to find packaging materials and structures that would protect and hold the vitamin bars as well as create a convenient packaging process in fulfillment. 

After some back and forth, and a few samples, the production process was on its way. 

However, during production, we ran into some logistics issues in the midst of unstable air freight costs and limited cargo space. 

The Solution

In an effort to bridge the gap between the unstable freight costs and Zach’s budget, Michelle and Zach worked together to figure out the best shipping routes. Ultimately, Zach decided to organize his own shipping to alleviate the issue.  

“Zach and I worked together to arrange shipment, since his order was out of his budget range to ship by Air. However, he decided to arrange shipping independently” – Michelle, Product Specialist at PakFactory

Despite the small hiccup with shipping costs, Vitamin Bar’s packaging arrived in great condition and fit seamlessly into their supply chain. 

Zach also wanted the boxes to be durable enough to withstand any rough handling. 

The rigid box design was coated in a matte anti scratch lamination to ensure the artwork was protected and could withstand stocking, delivery and any other processes. 

To elevate the branding of Vitamin bar, Spot UV printing was added to the product logo to to create more depth to the design. 

The glossy finish of the spot uv on top of the matte finish of the anti scratch lamination brought the logo of Vitamin bar to the forefront for an impactful design feature. 

Foil stamping was also added to smaller elements to tie the whole design together and create variety and depth. 

After the first shipment of Vitamin Bar’s boxes arrived, Zach was thrilled with the results and fit the boxes seamlessly into his supply chain for launch. 

The Result

Since launching their new packaging, Vitamin Bar received positive feedback from their customers and have been able to gain more recognition as a brand. 

Michelle and Zach continue to work together to come up with new designs and boxes to facilitate expanding product lines of Vitamin Bar.  

“After he received the first order, we started working together on the latest order.  There were 6 artworks, and Zach needed them quickly.  So we expedited the artwork approval process, sent him proofs that required a few updates, and we went straight to production” – Michelle, Product Specialist at PakFactory

Their second order is currently being used in their supply chain and continue to get positive feedback from new and repeat customers. 

PakFactory and Vitamin Bar keep close ties to optimize and expand Vitamin Bar’s packaging for a seamless supply chain and customer experience. 

The supernatural network includes a range of product lines including their herbal gummies HRBLS. 

They blend global herbalism with modern health science and unique, empowering approaches to reclaiming health. 

Founded by Rachelle Robinnett, Herbalist, educator, and life-long naturalist, Rachelle combines traditional medicine and current health insights to create innovative products and services. 

HRBLS features three unique formulas:

• Everyday Endurance
• Digestness
• Nerve Less

Each product contains natural ingredients to support energy, brain health, digestion and stress relief. 

““I created these herbal gummies after years of working with clients, customers, and students—basing the formula on what I heard people needing, over and over again.” – Rachelle Robinnett, Founder of HRBLS by Pharmakon Supernatural

There was no doubt that such a unique product needed eye-catching packaging to match. 

The Challenge

Rachelle reached out to PakFactory in March 2021 with a design in mind and in need of unique packaging solutions for her herbal gummies.

Michelle, a product specialist at PakFactory, was able to provide Rachelle with a range of packaging options to get a good idea of what exactly she wanted. 

After deciding on the structure, it was time to discuss design. 

Since Rachelle had already worked with a designer on the branding for HRBLS, the printing output became the focus of the design process. 

Michelle arranged for a high quality, offset printed sample featuring swatches of the HRBLS brand colors, so Rachelle and the designer could see how the printing affects the uncoated paper material they were hoping to use.

The Solution

Once the printing output was of satisfactory quality, Michelle arranged for samples of the final design to be evaluated. 

“In the sample stage we changed the box design quite a few times before we settled on a new design they liked. We did a sample after a lot of back and forth with their designer, and we had to do a few tweaks, but in the end, we found a structure that would fit their branding perfectly” – Michelle, Product Specialist at PakFactory

After working closely with Rachelle to find her ideal structural design, Michelle also worked closely with their designers to ensure the artwork placement could be accurately placed on the packaging dieline. 

The die cut placements required some tailoring in order to ensure the artwork was accurately represented on the packaging upon assembly. 

After evaluation, Rachelle also found that the corners of the box weren’t staying in place when folded. 

“We came up with a solution and added double sided tape to the corners to hold them down” – Michelle, Product Specialist at PakFactory

The end result featured uncoated folding carton with a food safe coating on the interior to accommodate the herbal gummies. 

After a lot of  tweaks and team work, Rachelle and Michelle were ready to send HRBLS’ packaging to production. 

The Result

Upon receiving their first order, Rachelle and her team were very pleased with the results and found that their customers loved the packaging just as much as they did. 

The unique structural design paired with the eclectic and retro artwork accurately represented not only their product but their overall brand and resonated with their customers. 

Since launching HRBLS, Pharmakon Supernatural have experienced tremendous support and appreciation for their unique product. 

Their first packaging run was such a success with their customers, that they have since reordered their packaging supply and are pleased with the consistent quality or service and results.

PakFactory and Pharmakon Supernatural continue to work closely together to create successful packaging solutions for the HRBLS product line.  

Lisa Patchem, the founder of The After Company, unfortunately suffered the sudden loss of her brother, Daniel, in 2014. 

“I was met by very loud silence and an array of flowers that I only envisioned dying and knew I  wanted to do something bigger. Something that would help people talk AND think about grief” – Lisa Patchem, Founder of The After Company

Lisa knew she needed to create something tailored, meaningful and thoughtful because grief is such a unique experience from person to person. 

With the thought of illuminating the love and light that grief shares, Lisa launched a very unique candle line that provides aromatherapy benefits for those in grief. 

Each candle is tailored to different experiences and makes for a unique and thoughtful sympathy gift. 

With the wonderful mission to offer grievers with a sense of comfort, love and light, Lisa needed packaging that would protect her candles and provide a meaningful gift-like experience. 

The Challenge

Lisa reached out to PakFactory in March 2021 to discuss packaging styles for her unique candles and sympathy boxes. 

Lisa had a good idea of what her gift packaging should look like, and needed some help to bring her vision to life. 

Michelle, a product specialist at PakFactory, worked closely with Lisa to brainstorm styles, specifications and must-haves of her boxes. 

The priority was ensuring her candles were in good hands when being shipped as product integrity is important for delivering gifts to grievers. 

Lisa was also looking to create 3 packaging styles with 9 different artwork design options in order to tailor the unboxing experience to her customer’s experience. 

With these two specifications in mind, Michelle was able to help Lisa find the exact style she was looking for, and her packaging visions started to spring to life.  

The Solution

Michelle and Lisa worked closely together to develop 3 different box styles for her candle line.

“We worked with Lisa to develop the structure she liked, and she liked the Shoulder Neck style, and we had to tweak the box insert a bit so it fit her candle nicely but still presented well.” – Michelle, PakFactory Product Specialist.

The two-piece shoulder neck style boxes were created to individually pack and hold her candles for a small thoughtful gift. 

Michelle and Lisa also developed magnetic rigid boxes and two piece rigid boxes featuring custom sleeves for her sympathy boxes. 

Initially running into minor issues with the size of the custom sleeves, Michelle was able to quickly adjust the sizing to ensure a secure fit. 

The Result

As briefly mentioned, Lisa had 9 versatile artwork designs in place, each providing a meaningful quote to comfort her grieving customers. 

Michelle was able to size all of her artwork designs to fit her custom sleeves, rigid magnetic boxes and shoulder neck boxes perfectly. 

Lisa started out with a few sample orders first to get her business started and gained a ton of recognition for her unique mission and meaningful unboxing experiences.

Since Lisas sample orders performed with so much grace, she has since placed several production orders with PakFactory using different artworks for different kits and has been happy with the consistent results. 

“I get that candles can absolutely irritate you if they are done with less care and consideration. We have sold hundreds of candles and are happy to report zero sensitivities!” – Lisa Patchem, Founder of The After Company

The After Company and PakFactory continue to work together in optimizing, updating and providing consistent results for this range of unique packaging solutions. 

Lisa is consistently expanding her candle line and sympathy boxes to provide meaningful and more tailored experiences to her grieving customers. 

We absolutely love seeing this company grow and shedding light on otherwise isolating experience! 

PakFactory aims to work closely with businesses to bring their goals, missions and visions to life. 

Lauren Lee-Crane and Catherine Lee, the co-founders of Semaine Health noticed that there was a lack of options available on the market to treat and alleviate period pains.

This inspired them to start Semaine Health which provides natural, plant-based products that have been carefully formulated, researched and tested thanks to their third co-founder Matt Crane.

“As women with endometriosis and years of period pain, we created Semaine to be the natural option we were all looking for”. – Lauren Lee-Crane and Catherine Lee, Co-founders of Semaine Health

Semaine Health launched their first product in 2019, establishing themselves as a start-up with a meaningful mission. 

The Challenge

With Semaine Health being a fresh eCommerce business, they knew it was vital for them to create distinguishable and reliable packaging to serve and empower their customers. 

Because of the eCommerce nature of their brand, the packaging is their first point of contact with customers, so it was important to get this right. 

Lauren at Semaine Health reached out to PakFactory soon after the launch of their business with a need to craft high quality eCommerce packaging solutions for their products. 

Ken Lo, a product specialist at PakFactory, took time to get to know their brand as well as their missions and goals by working closely with Lauren at Semaine Health.

After several discussions it was concluded that they needed protective packaging in order to withstand long shipping journeys, while still providing an optimal surface for high quality printing so that they could communicate more effectively with their customers. 

The Solution? 

Corrugated Mailers! 

The Solution

Ken Lo started out by creating plain samples of corrugated mailer boxes for Semaine Health to rightsize with their products.

There was a lot of back and forth to get the sizing, structure and design just right. 

With the help of PakFactory’s design and logistics teams, Ken Lo was able to work closely with Semaine Health to iron out the details of everything from designs and samples to logistics and shipping of their final packaging solution. 

“We are a new start-up and needed customized boxes manufactured. Ken walked us through every step of the way.” – Lauren Lee-Crane, CEO and Co-founder of Semaine Health

With the final corrugated structural design and sizing in place, Lauren at Semaine Health quickly realized they needed a box insert to display and hold their products in place during shipping. 

Semaine Health went through a range of different artwork design variations before approving the final design with their box insert in mind. 

PakFactory provided a production grade sample before going ahead placing a small run order for their packaging supply.

The Result

Their small run got so much positive feedback with their new packaging and product launch, that Semaine Health placed a large order of their packaging supply in 2020. 

The exterior of their packaging features a minimalist, two-tone design while the interior greets the eye with a pop of color through their creative box insert.  

The unboxing experience gained a ton of recognition resulting in a more meaningful relationship with their customers.

“They received a lot of positive feedback about the packaging and that made them very happy”. – Ken Lo, Product Specialist at PakFactory 

With the help of their packaging supply, Semaine Health now had the opportunity to scale their business and introduce new products to their health and wellness line. 

Initially starting out with their PMS and Period support product, Semaine Health has now also launched their daily supplements to help women with their feminine health day in and day out. 

PakFactory and Semaine Health continue to work together to ensure optimal quality, protection and support for their products. 

Ken at PakFactory was wonderful to work with! PakFactory’s customer service is so responsive and we were so happy with the finished product! I can’t recommend them enough! – Lauren Lee-Crane, CEO and Co-founder of Semaine Health