--- title: The Fantastapack Blog | Fantastapack | Small Business description: Small Business | Custom packaging information and best practices to grow your business. Subscription boxes, custom mailers, and more. --- [![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) ### [Budget-Friendly Branding: Small Business Packaging Hacks](https://blog.fantastapack.com/budget-friendly-branding-small-business-packaging-hacks) Posted on August 05, 2025 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Budget-Friendly Branding: Small Business Packaging Hacks](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/2025%20Blog%20-%20Budget%20Friendly%20Hacks.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/budget-friendly-branding-small-business-packaging-hacks) Small businesses often face the challenge of creating standout packaging on a tight budget. The good news? Custom packaging doesn’t have to break the bank. With smart strategies like leveraging digital printing’s low minimum order quantities (MOQs) and using custom labels to enhance plain ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/budget-friendly-branding-small-business-packaging-hacks) Posted in [Packaging Inspiration](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-inspiration), [Packaging Solutions](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-solutions), [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business), [Retail Strategies](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/retail-strategies), [Packaging Best Practices](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-best-practices) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Packaging as a Marketing Powerhouse: 4 Strategies to Amplify Your Brand](https://blog.fantastapack.com/packaging-as-a-marketing-powerhouse-4-strategies-to-amplify-your-brand) Posted on August 04, 2025 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Packaging as a Marketing Powerhouse: 4 Strategies to Amplify Your Brand](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/2025%20Blog%20-%20Packaging%20a%20Marketing%20Powerhouse.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/packaging-as-a-marketing-powerhouse-4-strategies-to-amplify-your-brand) In today’s competitive market, packaging is more than just a way to protect your product - it’s a powerful marketing tool that can elevate your brand and connect with customers. From personalized touches to cause-driven campaigns, strategic packaging can turn every unboxing into a memorable brand ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/packaging-as-a-marketing-powerhouse-4-strategies-to-amplify-your-brand) Posted in [Packaging Inspiration](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-inspiration), [Marketing and Brand Promotion](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/marketing-and-brand-promotion), [Packaging Solutions](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-solutions), [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Why Fantastapack’s U.S.-Made Custom Packaging Beats Overseas Alternatives](https://blog.fantastapack.com/why-fantastapacks-u.s.-made-custom-packaging-beats-overseas-alternatives) Posted on July 02, 2025 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Why Fantastapack’s U.S.-Made Custom Packaging Beats Overseas Alternatives](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/2025%20Blog%20-%20US%20Made%20(2).png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/why-fantastapacks-u.s.-made-custom-packaging-beats-overseas-alternatives) When selecting packaging, businesses often weigh the allure of low-cost, off-the-shelf options against solutions that offer greater value. While generic packaging may seem budget-friendly, Fantastapack’s U.S.-made custom packaging provides distinct advantages that make it a smarter choice for your ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/why-fantastapacks-u.s.-made-custom-packaging-beats-overseas-alternatives) Posted in [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business), [Packaging Manufacturing](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-manufacturing), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production), [Retail Strategies](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/retail-strategies) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Comparing F, E, and B Flute in Corrugated Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/comparing-f-e-and-b-flute-in-corrugated-packaging) Posted on July 01, 2025 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Comparing F, E, and B Flute in Corrugated Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/2025%20Blog%20-%20Flutes.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/comparing-f-e-and-b-flute-in-corrugated-packaging) Choosing the right corrugated flute size for your packaging can make all the difference in product protection, presentation, and cost-efficiency. At Fantastapack, we offer three popular flute sizes—F, E, and B—each with unique strengths suited to different needs. In this post, we’ll break down the ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/comparing-f-e-and-b-flute-in-corrugated-packaging) Posted in [Packaging Solutions](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-solutions), [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business), [Retail Strategies](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/retail-strategies), [Packaging Best Practices](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-best-practices), [How to Order Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/how-to-order-packaging) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [The Power of Small Quantity Orders](https://blog.fantastapack.com/the-power-of-small-quantity-orders) Posted on May 21, 2024 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![The Power of Small Quantity Orders](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Blog%20Banner%20-%20Small%20Quantity%20Orders.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/the-power-of-small-quantity-orders) Many small businesses and startups struggle to make a mark in both the online and offline worlds without spending a fortune. With shrinking budgets, marketing teams are under pressure to expand their reach and boost sales. So, how can you think outside the box without sacrificing your brand ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/the-power-of-small-quantity-orders) Posted in [Packaging Inspiration](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-inspiration), [Marketing and Brand Promotion](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/marketing-and-brand-promotion), [Packaging Solutions](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-solutions), [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business), [Packaging Best Practices](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/packaging-best-practices) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [Prepare Your ECommerce Business for Cyber Monday](https://blog.fantastapack.com/ecommerce-cyber-monday) Posted on September 30, 2020 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![Prepare Your ECommerce Business for Cyber Monday](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3439703/Stock%20images/Closeup%20of%20hand%20holding%20credit%20card.jpeg)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/ecommerce-cyber-monday) This article originally appeared in October 2018 and has been updated with new information for our readers. Consumers love to shop online, and in the United States, there’s no day that proves this more than Cyber Monday. The Monday following Thanksgiving weekend, millions of consumers throughout ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/ecommerce-cyber-monday) Posted in [eCommerce and Subscription Box Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/ecommerce-and-subscription-box-packaging), [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business), [Digital Print and Production](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/digital-print-and-production) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ### [4 Ways to Scale Your Subscription Box Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/scale-subscription-box-business) Posted on May 20, 2019 by [Marketing Fantastapack](https://blog.fantastapack.com/author/marketing-fantastapack) [![4 Ways to Scale Your Subscription Box Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/hubfs/Blog%20and%20Content%20Images/Automation.png)](https://blog.fantastapack.com/scale-subscription-box-business) From specialty snacks to cosmetic samples, there’s a subscription box service for seemingly every possible need. As of February 2018, it’s estimated that there were close to 7,000 subscription box brands in the world. For a new subscription box business owner just entering the industry, knowing how ... [Continue Reading →](https://blog.fantastapack.com/scale-subscription-box-business) Posted in [eCommerce and Subscription Box Packaging](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/ecommerce-and-subscription-box-packaging), [Small Business](https://blog.fantastapack.com/tag/small-business) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) #### [Subscribe](https://blog.fantastapack.com/rss.xml)   [Follow Us](https://twitter.com/fantastapack) ### Subscribe to Email Updates Search The Fantastapack® Blog... 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