How We’re Working During The COVID-19 Pandemic
We know that things are very uncertain at the moment, and carrier bags are likely to be low on your list of priorities right now – but we at TPBS want to keep you in the loop about how we’re adjusting how we work over the next few months, so that we can continue to […]
Director Craig Smith Shortlisted For Great British Entrepreneur Awards
We received some very exciting news recently – Craig Smith, our founder and Director, has been shortlisted for the Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year category in the 2019 Great British Entrepreneur Awards for the North East region! The Great British Entrepreneur Awards were founded in 2013, and aim to acknowledge the hard work […]
Fred Aldous: New Paper Carrier Bags, Showcase Artist Collaborations
Arts and crafts supplier Fred Aldous Ltd is a staple of the Northern Quarter in Manchester city centre. Launched all the way back in 1886, originally selling cotton before moving into handicrafts, this unique hub of creativity has grown a lot over the years but still has one clear focus – supplying materials to […]
How The Printed Bag Shop Is Achieving A Plastic-Free Product Range
Plastic, particularly single-use plastic, is harming our planet – it’s something we’re all aware of, and trying to do better with. Our oceans, beaches, forests and the wildlife that live within them are being damaged every day by the plastic (and other waste) we throw away, and it’s up to all of us to […]
How Can Your Business Take Advantage Of Instagram Shopping?
There is no denying that Instagram has soared in popularity over the past few years. It presents an excellent platform for all businesses in terms of marketing, especially those selling products, as you can show off your products with a series of photographs. Not only this, but Instagram shopping is now available. When you consider […]
Does My Marketing Strategy Need A Spring Clean?
Are your existing marketing campaigns giving you results that you’re happy with? Believe it or not, whether you answer yes or no to this question, it is still necessary to examine your marketing strategy and keep assessing its performance. Neglecting marketing efforts and being scared to make any changes to something that seems to be […]
Why You Should Start Planning Your Summer Promotions Now
Christmas isn’t that far behind us and Easter hasn’t yet passed, but now is the perfect time for you to plan your summer promotions. Planning early allows you to gather materials and resources ready for a stress-free promotion that will drive customers to your business. But Why Should You Start Planning Your Summer Promotions Now? […]
Reusable vs Disposable: Which Is Better?
When it comes to choosing the type of bag most suited to your company and brand, there are a number of factors to take into consideration, one of which is whether reusable or disposable bags are the better choice. Weighing up the advantages and disadvantages of these can be time-consuming, so we have done it […]
Using Your Branding To Create A Positive Message
When building up a business, you want to ensure that you create a positive message with your branding. This is ideal for not only securing an audience but also promoting a better relationship with each customer. So, how do you use your branding in such a way? We’re taking a closer look, below. How Do […]
Why Consistency Is Important In Your Branding
When you design your brand and marketing campaign, you need to consider several factors; from your theme to your chosen logo, every aspect can create a different impact for your customer, so it is important that you take time to create your brand with care. One factor that is incredibly vital is consistency. Here, we […]
How To Get Your Brand Trending On Social Media
Social media has gone from strength to strength and is developing at an exponential rate. With search engine updates and algorithm changes springing up and favouring social media more and more, it’s no wonder that social platforms are where your brand wants to be as we move into 2019. Incorporating social media into your digital […]
Packaging Trends To Expect In 2019
As a small business, it is vital that you take a running start and get ahead of the game for your brand new marketing strategy in 2019. If you want to be seen as a worthy competitor to rival businesses, knowing and understanding what the upcoming trends are going to be will help you stay […]
Pantone Colour Of The Year 2019
Here it is; the Pantone Colour of the Year 2019 – Living Coral! Whether you’ve seen it in use already, or you’re just coming to learn about this warm, playful hue, the announcement is one worth celebrating. Hotly anticipated throughout the year, some of us might find it easy to see why, but why has […]
Using Packaging QR Codes As A Marketing Tool
Whether you’re wrapping your product up ready to sell, or you’re looking for the perfect mailing bag printing for those online orders, you probably already understand the importance of paying attention to every detail. Whether it’s the colours you choose or the typography, you’d be forgiven for finding the entire process of finding a stand-out […]
The Power Of Packaging: Why Printed Is The Way Forward
When done properly, your packaging can provide your brand with a huge boost to both sales and to customers. With effective design that truly reflects your brand, you can strengthen your presence and build trust with consumers and printed bags could be the way forward for your business. Why, you ask? We’re digging deeper, below. […]
Should You Change Your Bag Design For The Holidays?
With bag designs being a key aspect of marketing for your brand, especially as a small business, the holidays can be an important time of the year for getting your business noticed in order to gain the most revenue possible. However, is changing your bag design for the holidays really beneficial or is it a […]
New Year, New Brand: Is It Time To Make Changes?
A rebrand is a business move that always requires a lot of time and consideration to get right. From the excitement of choosing your new brand identity to implementing all of the planned changes across your company, it can provide a refreshing change within your business and the New Year is the perfect time to […]
Tips For Preventing Excess Packaging Waste At Christmas
Christmas is a great time of year; you can spend lots of time with your family and loved ones, exchange gifts and indulge in a feast that ultimately leaves you full for the following weeks. Although we don’t want to put a dampener on any festivities, it’s worth remembering that we do all need to […]
A Bag Is For Life, Not Just For Christmas
With Christmas fast approaching, did you know that in December 2017, it was estimated that an astonishing 114,000 tonnes of plastic packaging would be thrown away in the UK over the festive period? This was predicted to be followed by a staggering 88 square kilometres of wrapping paper and 300,000 tonnes of Christmas card packaging! […]
Why Our Printed Kraft Bags Are Ideal For The Christmas Shopping Rush
The festive season is upon us and every day, more and more people are braving the crisp winter weather to get started with their Christmas shopping. For businesses, this is the perfect time to get a boost to your sales, but it’s also an amazing opportunity to change up your bags. During this festive season, […]
The Key To Creating Reusable Bags Worth Keeping
Have you ever taken a step back and really thought about reusable bags and their impact, or why they are so beneficial to the world we live in? Whether you’re looking to invest in eco-friendly bags, or you simply need some tips on creating a design for them, we are going to show you what […]
5 Ways To Speak To Your Customers Through Your Branding
It’s never been easier to communicate with your customers. Thanks to the advent of social media, you can instantly communicate with the majority of your customer base, whether through messaging or even advertisements. However, one element that still challenges small businesses is the way in which they can speak to their customer base through their […]
Is It Ever Too Early To Prepare For The Festive Rush?
It’s the most magical time of year; Christmas only comes around once every 12 months, but it’s safe to say that we begin to see countless advertisements for brands and festive marketing campaigns as early as November, and then right on through to the 25th December. With half of the population seeming to complain about […]
Twitter Takeover: How to use a Hashtag in your Branding Strategy
The use of hashtags in social media has grown enormously in recent years; so much so that not including hashtags in your branding strategy is a missed opportunity. Social Media can be a powerful marketing tool. Statistics show that the number of social media users worldwide in 2018 is 3.196 billion, up 13 percent year-on-year; that’s a whole […]
Do You Need Big Brand Advertising Budgets?
Don’t feel dejected by some of the big brand advertising campaigns – big isn’t always better. Instead, look at how you can make the most of your marketing budget. Every business should have a marketing budget, however small it might be. The skill in making a small budget work is in figuring out which aspects […]
How to promote your brand using printed bags
If you’re not using printed bags as part of your packaging and, more importantly your marketing strategy, you really are missing out on the massive impact that the right printed bags can have. Why do printed bags matter? Businesses are built on reputation: people buy from brands they recognize and trust. Whether they […]
How unconscious branding could help your business
Don’t get hung up on thinking that all the best advertising to promote your brand comes with big costs like television or radio marketing campaigns. It’s said that over 90% of all consumers buying behaviour is driven by their unconscious minds. This is great news when it comes to promoting your brand, because it […]
The Three R’s: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
We all know that the three Rs – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – are key to cutting down on waste, carbon emissions and environmental damage. These are all relatively easy to manage and in fact, can be quite creative, if you just take a moment to think before you bin! The three Rs are a […]
10 Ways To Make The Most Of Slow Seasons In Your Business
Are you one of the many businesses around the country that have a slow season during the summer? Of course, it’s not only hot weather that affects business; there are lots of seasonal trends that give all businesses their peaks and troughs. Whether you’re a retailer whose year revolves around the Christmas period, or […]
What Are The Exemptions To The Carrier Bag Charge?
Since the UK introduced the 5p carrier bag charge in 2015, the amount of single-use carrier bags being given out by major retailers has reduced by 85%. This equates to a drop from 140 to 25 bags for the average person per year. That’s quite a result, and while the charge only applies to […]
