Sustainability can be overwhelming but these are easy switches you can make today 1) Make your packaging easier for consumers to recycle 2) Replace sizzle packaging with more environmentally-friendly options 3) Reuse shipping boxes and packing materials 4) Try digital…
Introduction to making DIY decals I make a lot of stickers. I make them for my side hustle business as freebies to build traction and brand recognition—both at my vendor booth and when I ship orders. For the communities I…
Buying postage online is a game-changer for business At the start of my small business journey over ten years ago, shipping packages felt like navigating an endless maze with countless twists and turns. These challenges had nothing to do with…
Learn how to send out a package for business or personal needs TESTING HEADING UPDATE When I first started selling my handmade creations in 2014, the thing that I struggled with the most was sending out packages. Of course, when…
Add pictures to address labels and more As a small business owner who also enjoys sending cards to family and friends, I find photo address labels to be a very appealing idea. I think using photo labels or picture labels…
Avery experts answer questions about using different printers for labels “What kind of printer do I need to print my own labels?” is a common question for anyone printing labels for the first time. For the most part, the short…
Easy ways to make custom binders for business or personal use There are two ways to make a custom binder: 1) Have your design custom-printed on the binder, or 2) add a custom binder cover and spine insert to a…
How to make custom binder spines There are several ways to make custom binder spines for view binders. That is to say, binders with clear pockets on the front cover, spine, and sometimes the back cover. Of course, you can…
Introduction to making your own gift tags In this article I’ll walk you through how to make gift tags for all your special occasions. Over the years, I’ve made DIY gift tags many times for both personal use and my…
From chaos to calm: how to organize your desk for peak productivity I’m the classic career-with-a-side-hustle archetype: writing full-time for Avery and also running a small hobby business. I know from experience that keeping my desk organized is essential. What’s more,…
Avoid mistakes so your packages arrive on time Some of the most common shipping issues are label “fails” that can easily cause your package to be delayed—or worse, lost in transit. Not to mention that when your schedule is packed,…
Personalize printable or custom-printed file folder labels for free Are you ready to organize your files but not quite sure where to start with file folder labels? Don’t worry, I’ve felt the same way as a person with a full-time…
Finally get organized in a way that doesn’t feel like a chore The thought of getting organized and managing your time better can seem so overwhelming. I really relate to that feeling because I balance a full-time career as a…
Do business cards still matter? Yes, business cards still matter, and here’s why: Do people really still use business cards in 2024? Yes! People from large companies, small ventures, and even solo entrepreneurs use business cards every day. Just take…
How to make name tags in Word If you’re looking for a clear guide on how to make name tags in Word, you’re in the right place. The quickest and easiest way to make name tags or name badges in…