I can’t tell you how many times we’re asked how much ribbon will be needed to wrap a certain number of boxes of a certain size! Calculating Ribbon Length - Method 1 (EASY) The truly BEST way to work out how much ribbon you’ll need is to grab a piece of string and wrap [...]
At Australian Printed Ribbon we prioritise sustainable options for your packaging needs. When it comes to our custom Printed Tissue Paper, our commitment to environmental responsibility is reflected in our use of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified paper, paired with water-based inks for printing. Here's why our eco-conscious approach matters: Forest Preservation FSC certification ensures [...]
In business, as in life, there’s no truer saying than “time flies!” And so it is we find ourselves in July braving chilly temperatures, donning our winter woollies and negotiating a new financial year. It is also the time when those with a strong attachment to celebrating Christmas when it is snowing - or at [...]
Custom branded anti-theft/return or security ribbon is a clever and stylish way for online clothing retailers to reduce fraudulent returns. By looping your custom printed ribbon through the garment so it’s visible when worn and security fastening the ends (or sewing them into a seam) the item can be tried on. It can't be removed, [...]
At Australian Printed Ribbon we are committed to fair, ethical and sustainable business practices, focusing on keeping as much production in Australia as possible and sourcing only those products that reflect the quality and principles we stand behind. 95% of our ribbon is printed in our Melbourne factory (supporting local production, reducing carbon miles & [...]
Shopify’s article on how ecommerce businesses can use packaging to create a memorable unboxing experience for their brands emphasised a lot of the points that have drawn business to our custom products for years. As Shopify noted, “Repeat customers will spend more with your business, and investing in retention and loyalty marketing can move you [...]
Do you want to make your care packages and gifts look special but you don’t need a logo or customised branding on them? We have a range of IN STOCK designs with thoughtful phrases ready to ship. We use our lovely double sided woven edged satin ribbon – available in your choice of over [...]
We hope that everyone is keeping safe in these challenging times. We want to update you on what's happening here at Australian Printed Ribbon during this period. As an Australian manufacturing business, we feel it is incredibly important that we maintain our local capability and skilled staff when we can, and when it is safe [...]
At Australian Printed Ribbon we are proud that our name actually means something – we actually physically print the majority of our customers’ ribbon right here in our Melbourne factory. While ‘made in Australia’ is a nice catchphrase, it actually makes sense for us from a business perspective, not because it’s cheaper to print here [...]
There’s a reason satin ribbon sits atop the hierarchy of ribbons. Humans have always been inextricably drawn to rich, smooth fabrics that speak of luxury and style. Ribbons are among the oldest of functional and decorative textiles and have been around since Neolithic times. They were used with increasing frequency during the Middle Ages and [...]
We recently printed ribbon for Rachel at Rachél José Jewellery, a Canberra based business that turns memories into jewellery. We had the opportunity to catch up with Rachel to see how she's using her branded ribbon in her business. Tell us a bit about what you do, Rachel... At Rachél José Jewellery we preserve couples’ [...]
When Taronga Zoo launched their world class Taronga Institute of Science & Learning last October, they came to us for the custom printed ribbon (of course!) and went straight to the Palace for the scissor handlers – the Duke and Duchess of Sussex (aka Harry and Meghan). Ribbon and royals – sounds like a perfect [...]
When you think about it, the idea of wrapping presents in paper and ribbon only to remove it to reveal the true gift is odd. It’s not usually part of the gift itself, it doesn’t increase the value, and it’s often immediately discarded. Anticipation is part of it, of course. There’s nothing like the excitement [...]
If you don’t know it by now, social media is a vital part of almost any business’s marketing plan. Not only can you use it to display your products, your business, and your brand, but over 75% of shoppers will recommend products they like to their friends and followers on social media. And why do [...]
Custom packaging is a simple, visual and tactile way to ensure your customers have an experience that connects them with your brand in a meaningful way at the moment that they hold your product in their hands. It’s designed to express the personality (and values) of your brand, attract attention to and enhance your products, [...]
Our Grand Opening ribbon comes in 30m and 100m rolls as standard. If you have some left over from your ribbon cutting ceremony, you can keep that on hand for the next occasion, but how about using it as part of an eye catching display in your shop instead? Here's an example of how our [...]
Visual merchandising is an incredibly important marketing tool for retail businesses, but for online boutiques the delivery experience is often the only time interaction with customers has the opportunity to move away from the virtual - website and social media - into a truly memorable shopping experience. Customers remember those businesses that have gone the [...]
Search online for ‘Awareness Ribbons’ and you’ll find lists of (many!) ribbon colours and the dozens of causes associated with each one. It can be confusing when every day/week/month seems to have several causes attached to it. Some awareness ribbons are attached to specific campaigns – like Pink Ribbon Day for breast cancer or the [...]
It’s time to get your clients’ thinking about Christmas! With Christmas just around the corner, businesses are (or should be!) planning corporate gifts to impress clients, thank staff and acknowledge suppliers. Christmas falls at the same time every year, so we shouldn’t be surprised when it creeps up on us, but we always are! It’s [...]
Taronga Zoo is celebrating 100 years since opening, and they came to us at Australian Printed Ribbon for help with the Opening Ceremony of their Centenary celebrations. The requirements for us were straightforward – to supply beautifully printed ceremonial ribbon highlighting the logos of Taronga Zoo and their Centenary partner, ANZ Australia, for a ribbon [...]
