--- title: The Fantastapack Blog | Fantastapack | Marketing Fantastapack (5) description: Custom packaging information and best practices to grow your business. Subscription boxes, custom mailers, and more. (5) --- [![Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Boxmaker%20files/Template%20Assets%20-%20DO%20NOT%20USE/FPK%20Blog%20-%20Theme%20Assets/Images/Fantastapack%20Logo.png?width=181&height=89&name=Fantastapack%20Logo.png "Fantastapack")](https://www.fantastapack.com/) - [Custom Boxes](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/custom-boxes) - [All Custom Boxes](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/custom-boxes?base=topnav1&sort_by=best-selling) - [Shipping & Mailers](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/subscription-boxes-and-mailers?base=topnav) - [Dividers & Inserts](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/custom-inserts-collection?base=topnav) - [Retail & Displays](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/retail-displays?base=topnav) - [Food & Drink](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/food-drink-boxes?base=topnav) - [F-Flute Boxes](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/f-flute?base=hp) - [Folding Carton](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/folding-carton) - [Labels](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels) - [Oval](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/oval-label) - [Rectangular](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/rectangle-label) - [Round](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/circle-label) - [Square](https://www.fantastapack.com/collections/labels/products/square-label) - [Fantastapack Pro](https://info.fantastapack.com/pro?base=topnav) - Resources - [Artwork Guidelines](https://support.fantastapack.com/artwork-guidelines) - [Blog](https://blog.fantastapack.com/?base=topnav) - [Production & Shipping Times](https://www.fantastapack.com/pages/production-shipping-times) - [Sustainability](https://www.fantastapack.com/pages/sustainability?base=topnav) - [Reviews](https://www.fantastapack.com/pages/reviews) - [Log In](https://www.fantastapack.com/account/login) - [Cart](https://www.fantastapack.com/cart) ## Marketing Fantastapack ### Recent Posts ### [Our Year in Review: Fantastapack Looks Back at 2021 & What's to Come](https://blog.fantastapack.com/2021-year-in-review) Posted on December 23, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Our Year in Review: Fantastapack Looks Back at 2021 & What's to Come](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Foredrop_Fantastapack_07-2021-008-1200x628%20(1).jpg)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/2021-year-in-review) It’s that time again — the end of one year and the beginning of the next. Like so many others around the world, 2021 brought unique challenges to our business. From supply chain issues to material shortages, the packaging manufacturing industry had its fair share of obstacles amid the pandemic. [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/2021-year-in-review) Posted in [News](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/news) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [What’s the Difference Between Spot Colors (PMS) vs. CMYK for Packaging?](https://blog.fantastapack.com/difference-between-spot-colors-vs.-cmyk-packaging) Posted on November 29, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![What’s the Difference Between Spot Colors (PMS) vs. CMYK for Packaging?](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/CTAs/SpotCMYK_Colors_1200x628-min.jpg)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/difference-between-spot-colors-vs.-cmyk-packaging) When you place a custom packaging order on Fantastapack and create a packaging design using our dieline, we require artwork to be converted to CMYK. Spot colors also referred to as Pantone or PMS colors, are not supported due to our digital print manufacturing process. [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/difference-between-spot-colors-vs.-cmyk-packaging) Posted in [Packaging and Print Technology](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-and-print-technology), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Introducing Fantastapack Pro for Custom Packaging Solutions & Inserts](https://blog.fantastapack.com/fantastapack-pro-custom-packaging-solutions) Posted on September 28, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Introducing Fantastapack Pro for Custom Packaging Solutions & Inserts](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/fpkPRO_Logo_standard.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/fantastapack-pro-custom-packaging-solutions) We're excited to announce the launch of a new division for custom packaging solutions: Fantastapack Pro. [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/fantastapack-pro-custom-packaging-solutions) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Meet the First Automated Custom Insert Boxes & Dividers](https://blog.fantastapack.com/meet-the-first-automated-custom-insert-boxes) Posted on September 20, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Meet the First Automated Custom Insert Boxes & Dividers](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/EBP_Fantastapack_02-2021-008-1.jpg)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/meet-the-first-automated-custom-insert-boxes) This article was originally published in April 2021 and has been updated with new information for our readers. You asked for it, and it’s here. We’re excited to launch a new line of corrugated insert boxes — marking the first time that automated technology is used to create custom insert packaging ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/meet-the-first-automated-custom-insert-boxes) Posted in [Packaging and Print Technology](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-and-print-technology), [Packaging Solutions](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-solutions) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [How to Plan for Your Custom Packaging to Arrive On Time](https://blog.fantastapack.com/plan-custom-packaging-to-arrive-on-time) Posted on August 25, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![How to Plan for Your Custom Packaging to Arrive On Time](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Handsome%20smiling%20barista%20with%20beard%20taking%20order%20on%20cell%20phone%20and%20using%20tablet%20in%20cafeteria-jpg.jpeg)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/plan-custom-packaging-to-arrive-on-time) This article originally appeared in March 2019 and has been updated with new information for our readers. Earl owns and runs Sunshine Brew — a popular coffee shop that has been around for over ten years. With the success of his business, he recently decided to expand into the e-commerce ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/plan-custom-packaging-to-arrive-on-time) Posted in [eCommerce and Subscription Box Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/ecommerce-and-subscription-box-packaging), [Packaging Project Management](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-project-management) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Benefits of Laser Cutting and Finishing for Custom Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/benefits-laser-cutting-finishing-for-packaging) Posted on May 21, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Benefits of Laser Cutting and Finishing for Custom Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Inside%20the%20C500.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/benefits-laser-cutting-finishing-for-packaging) Digital printing and converting technologies have made tremendous progress in the packaging industry over the last several years. What started as small runs on printers capable of handling 5-10 sheets per hour has now evolved to single-pass presses capable of running a pallet of sheets in a few ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/benefits-laser-cutting-finishing-for-packaging) Posted in [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Why Create Custom Boxes for Your Clothing Brand?](https://blog.fantastapack.com/custom-clothing-boxes) Posted on May 14, 2021 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Why Create Custom Boxes for Your Clothing Brand?](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Foredrop_Fantastapack_04-2021-003-1200x628-1.jpg)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/custom-clothing-boxes) When it comes to ordering shipping boxes for your apparel brand, many factors contribute to a fantastic packaging experience. Leveraging custom packaging is key to establishing a cohesive aesthetic that aligns with your unique branding. Ultimately, shipping out your clothes in a plain brown box or ... 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