Previously we have done a vinyl style CD sleeve that is retro and cool. Check it out if you have not seen it. Recently another client came to us wanting to do something that mimics and old vinyl jacket but they want a spine so it is visible on shelves. We use an standard 4 [...]
Entries Tagged as 'CD DVD packaging'
Choosing the right eco-friendly CD & DVD packaging
August 17th, 2010 · 1 Comment · CD DVD packaging
Thinking green this time with your CD or DVD? Choosing the right type of paper stock and packaging is no easy task, especially when there are so many options to choose from. If that’s you, read on.. Learn the recycling lingo If this is your first time trying to figure all this out, it may [...]
What you should know about recycled cardboard CD DVD packaging
August 16th, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
If you have had the pleasure of shopping for recycled CD/DVD sleeve or other eco-friendly disc package, you may have heard ‘recycled board’, ‘FSC certified paper’ or ‘recycled board with 10% PCW’, are they just different way of saying the same thing? In this last part of our series about recycled packaging, we’ll navigate through [...]
Recycled CD jewel case and DVD case
August 11th, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
While cardboard packaging is certainly gaining popularity with the eco-conscious, standard jewel case and DVD case are still the majority of disc packaging. They are also most budget-friendly. So can a jewel case or DVD case be both budget and eco-friendly? Jewel Case Jewel case has been the standard audio CD packaging since the late [...]
Recycled printing terms
August 3rd, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
Are you looking for a recycled CD/DVD sleeve or case for an upcoming project? Do you get overwhelmed by the different terms that manufacturers and replicators use to describe the different options? This 3-part series is created to help you navigate through the somewhat confusing world of recycled packaging. Our first step is to give [...]
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Join and check out our flickr group!
July 8th, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
Flickr is my favorite place to research images for blog posts, and for my own personal pictures too. I also come across lots of inspiring designs and brilliant home-made and unique packages as well. I decided to create a group collecting some of the best ones I’ve seen in the flickr community and to share [...]
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Retail DVDs on eco-friendly style packaging
June 25th, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
While movies and films are traditionally manufactured in Amaray-style case, lately there have been more filmmakers that are doing things a little bit differently. Tall wallet has been a popular choice for a few reasons: – elongated shape is similar to Amaray case – DVD in tall wallet weighs 60% less than DVD in amaray [...]
Pump up the volume with fluorescent PMS
June 14th, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
How can you speak LOUD with artwork? Try fluorescent PMS. The artwork here is created entirely of fluorescent PMS, with glossy UV coating. The fluorescent colors were printed with spot ink, resulting in vivid, consistent colors throughout. The glossy UV coating adds more ‘punch’ to the overall color. The inside spines were printed with as [...]
Tags:cmyk inside spine·dvd digipak·fluorescent pms·spot color
Custom soccer player USB drives
May 27th, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
FIFA World Cup 2010 is coming around in about 2 weeks, and if you are looking for a unique way to produce a USB drive, check out the following designs using Lego-style soccer players. It is available with various uniforms, and other sports. Share
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Postcard-style mailer with DVD
May 24th, 2010 · No Comments · CD DVD packaging
An increasingly popular option for direct mail, this package is light, and provides plenty of room for marketing message and graphics. A slit cut pocket is provided here for the insertion of the disc. The one shown here is 6 panels but more panels can be added, with different stocks and coatings. Postcard-style mailer with [...]
