Packaging design and print - Northstar Design

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Packaging design and print

CREATING REAL SHELF APPEAL

Create packaging with shelf appeal with our combined packaging design and print services. We bring great looking packaging to market with a 3 step process:

1) Strong creative design that makes your packaging stand out from the crowd,

2) In-depth technical knowledge and understanding of the production process to ensure your packing works, and finally

3) Produce the finished printed product delivered to specification, on time and on budget.
Packaging Design Process: Our In-house creative team can take your brief and develop concepts that explore the look & shape of your packaging combining stunning visual imagery and great typography for a design that truly reflects your brand.
Our Technical Knowledge ensures that your packaging works practically as a piece of print. From the shape and form to the materials used and any special finishes such as foiling or spot UV we advise on all levels and make sure that your print is exactly what you want.
Our printing solutions cover a wide range of alternative products. from takeaway packaging, mailing boxes, product boxes, Lid & base boxes and even wrapping paper we offer a wide range of products.

Explore our wide range of packaging design and print solutions

PRINTED BOX FORMATS FOR DIFFERENT USES: GIFTS • FOOD • PRODUCTS

Packaging design and print - pillow boxes

PILLOW BOX

A pillow box is a simple and elegant solution for presenting small gifts. Supplied flat, simply press the sides and the ends will cause the box to spring open and provide a space for your gift. The ends then tuck neatly in place for a smart appearance. They’re ideal for hospitality and corporate gifts.

Packaging Design and print - Novelty box

GIFT BOXES – REGULAR FINISH

Don’t be square, be different… Not every box has to be a standard square or rectangular shape. Our range of novelty gift boxes come in a range of different shapes, sizes and designs for special occasions throughout the year. Designs include: Curved Lantern box, Easter bunny box, Christmas tree box and Valentines heart clasp box. Their size makes them ideal for packaging treats like chocolates, sweets and small gifts. Fully personalise the boxes with your company branding and order from as few as 25 items… sweet!

GIFT BOX LAMINATED

GIFT BOXES – FOILED

These take our standard gift boxes and applies added bling and lustre with metallic foil highlights. Be highly creative with this packaging design and print solution. Choose from gold, silver, red, green, blue or rainbow foil to add a touch of class and quality. Use the foil for your logo and text, or create an attractive pattern. Just like the standard range these boxes can be personalised with your company branding and ordered from as few as just 25 items.

Packaging Design and print - takeaway box

TAKEAWAY & FOOD PACKAGING

Serve food in style with one of our takeaway boxes. Available in 3 styles: Gable, Tucked handle or Tucked lid,  they’re manufactured specifically for food.
Delivered flat ready for assembly, they’re printed full colour CMYK Litho to the outer surface onto grease resistant folding box board. Vegetable based inks, a water based coating and side seams glued using vegan friendly adhesive ticks lots of eco friendly boxes, plus they’re 100% recyclable and compostable too.

Packaging Design and print - PRODUCT BOX

PRODUCT BOXES (CRASH LOCK BASE)

Printed product box suitable for candles, health and beauty products etc. 82.5 x 82.5 x 95mm in size.

Printed full colour litho to the outside they have a crash lock glued base for easy assembly.

If this box doesn’t quite fit the bill, then talk to our packaging experts on 01257 786660 who will be happy to help.

Packaging Design and print - mailing box

MAILING BOXES

Ship your products safely with a printed mailing box. Manufactured from brown or white/oyster corrugated board the printing can be applied outside and inside for complete personalisation. The fluted board structure is strong and padding providing insulation and protection for the contents. Our printed mailing boxes are available in a range of styles and sizes. These are non-standard items, please enquire using the button below.

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Practical packaging accessories

ACCESSORIES TO ENSURE YOUR PACKAGING IS PERFECTLY PRESENTED

Packaging Design and print - wrapping paper print

WRAPPING PAPER

We print rolls of personalised wrapping paper for that perfectly presented gift.
Order as few as just a single roll. They come in 1m, 3m & 5m lengths and are printed in full colour 1 side onto a 95gsm silk art paper. The range is best for relatively small quantities (<10 rolls), making them suitable for personalised corporate gifts or for use at a special event…It’s a wrap!

For larger quantities, consider a B2 or B1 flats sheets, available in quantities from 250+. Please ask for details.

Packaging design and print - printed ribbon

PRINTED RIBBONS

For those special gifts, make sure your packaging design and print is perfectly presented with a personalised satin ribbon. Printed in full colour onto a white ribbon base, you can have any style of personalised design. Your design will appear as a step and repeat pattern along the length of the ribbon.

Available in 2 widths: 15mm and 25mm, aach width is supplied in 4 lengths: 10m, 25m, 50m and 100m.

Packaging Design and print - packing tape

PACKING TAPES

Make sure your packaging arrives perfectly sealed and secure with one of our packing tape products. We have both PVC vinyl and Kraft style paper tape. Both styles are printed with a regular step and repeat pattern along the length in up to 3 spot colours.

Use PVC vinyl for where you require added strength and heavy packages. Use Kraft style paper for a more eco-friendly option.

Packaging Design and print - mailing bags

PRINTED MAILING BAGS

Not everything needs to be boxed, that’s why we’ve introduced a range of printed mailing bags. Available in 1, 2 or 3 spot colours onto white 60 micron polythene film these printed mailing bags are black on the inside with 100% opaqueness ensuring the contents remain confidential.
With 5 sizes available there is sure to be one that meets your product requirements. Also available with optional carry handle they are also 100% Recyclable.

More printing services

PRINT • SIGNAGE • EXHIBIT & DISPLAY • SCRATCH CARDS • PROMO

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REGULAR PRINTED PRODUCTS

Printed paper & card products: Business cards, leaflets, posters, and much more…

EXHIBIT & DISPLAY

It’s time to be a show off! Our exhibition & display items sure do make an impact.

SIGNAGE

Be clearly seen and admired with one of our printed signage products.

PROMO ITEMS

PROMO ITEMS

Be more brand visible with a printed and personalised promotional give-away item.

SCRATCH CARDS

Itching for more business? Give it a scratch with a Northstar Scratch card!

Quick links to printed products

BUSINESS CARDS TO BROCHURES • SIGNAGE TO SCRATCH CARDS • LEAFLETS TO LABELS

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