Carry Pack Packaging: The Unsung Hero of Food Retail That's Doing More Than You Think
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The carry pack is the most underestimated piece of packaging in food retail. While mos...
Luxury Packaging on a Small Business Budget: 8 Techniques That Actually Work
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Luxury packaging is about perception, not price. The elements that make packag...
Pizza Box Packaging: Why More Australian Operators Are Thinking Beyond the Plain White Box
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The pizza box is the most travelled piece of food packaging in Australia — and most bu...
Shipping Box Size Optimisation: How to Cut Freight Costs Without Compromising Protection
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The wrong box size is one of the most expensive mistakes in ecommerce. Oversiz...
Tissue Paper Packaging Guide: GSM, Wrapping Methods, and Branded Tissue Tips
Tissue paper is one of the lowest-cost, highest-impact upgrades you can make to your packaging. A single sheet between your product and the box lid changes how an order feels to open — and for ecom...
Dessert Packaging That Turns a Sweet Treat Into a Shareable Moment
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Dessert packaging is the most photographed food packaging in Australia. Desserts are s...
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Tips · 7 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The difference between gift wrapping that looks amateur and gift wrapping that loo...
New Financial Year, New Packaging Strategy: How to Audit and Upgrade Your Unboxing Experience
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The new financial year is the best time to reset your packaging strategy. Most...
Custom Ecommerce Packaging in Australia: What to Use, What to Print, and What to Skip
Your packaging is the only physical touchpoint most customers have with your brand before they open the box. For ecommerce businesses, that moment matters — and most are either underinvesting in it...
Cake Box Packaging: What Every Baker, Patisserie and Café Needs to Get Right
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ A cake box is not just a container — it's part of the celebration. A birthday cake, a ...
Food Packaging Compliance in Australia: What Every Business Needs to Know in 2026
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Food packaging compliance in Australia is more complex than most businesses re...
Donut Boxes That Do Double Duty: Protection, Presentation and Walking Advertising
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ A donut box is one of the most visible pieces of packaging your business will ever pro...
The Truth About Eco-Friendly Packaging: What's Actually Sustainable vs What's Just Greenwashing
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ 'Eco-friendly' doesn't always mean what you think it does. Terms like 'biodegr...
Packaging Solutions for the Food Industry
The food industry demands packaging solutions that not only protect the product but also enhance its appeal. In this blog post, we will explore packaging ideas and solutions specifically designed f...
Subscription Box Packaging Ideas: How to Build an Unboxing Experience That Drives Retention
Key Highlights The right packaging system can improve customer retention by creating a consistent and memorable unboxing experience Balancing durability, cost, and branding is essential for scalab...
Cupcake Packaging That Travels: How to Ship and Display Without Losing the Wow
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Cupcakes are the most structurally vulnerable product in food retail — and most cupcak...
EOFY Packaging Review: Is Your Packaging Working Hard Enough for Your Brand?
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ EOFY is the ideal time to audit your packaging strategy. Most businesses revie...
Custom Labels 101: How to Make Custom Printed Labels for Your Products (Step-by-Step)
Key Highlights Custom labels offer a cost-effective way to brand products without committing to large packaging print runs A simple step-by-step process can help businesses design, print, and appl...
Macaron Boxes: Why Presentation Is Half the Product for Premium Patisseries
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ A macaron is one of the most visually stunning products in food retail — and your pack...
Calico Bags vs Plastic Bags: The Business Case for Making the Switch
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Plastic bags are a liability, not just a choice. Rising consumer expectations,...
Branded Packaging Ideas: Practical Ways to Make Your Packaging Look More Professional
Key Highlights Small packaging upgrades can significantly improve perceived brand value and customer trust Strategic material and design choices help businesses balance cost, durability, and visua...
Cookie Packaging Done Right: The Difference Between a Sale and a Second Glance
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Cookie packaging is a sales tool, not just a container. The right cookie box can turn ...
