Plastic Free July

Plastic Free July is here, and with it comes a chance for all of us to rethink the way we package and ship our products. At Packaging World, we’ve been exploring greener alternatives that keep your items safe without relying on single‑use plastics. We’ve swapped out traditional materials for eco‑friendly solutions that feel just as reliable, and a whole lot kinder to the planet!

Here’s how you can make the switch, too.

Bubble wrap is tempting, you get that satisfying pop, but it can be a pain to recycle. We swapped ours for eco‑friendly paper fillers. Whether it’s shredded kraft paper or reusing spare tissue paper, these options keep your products safe and really nail the charming rustic look people love these days!

When you stock up on gift boxes, choose recycled board that can go right back into the recycling bin. Our eco-friendly collections are made from recycled materials, many of which have been certified by FSC, meaning the materials have been sourced from sustainable forests!

You might not think about labels, but plastic‑backed stickers can jam recycling machines. Many labels are paper‑based, so they peel off clean and won’t contaminate the recycling process. They stick just as well and match the eco spirit people crave!

A little note inside your package can make all the difference. Tell your customers you’ve gone plastic‑free for July (and forever, we hope). A simple “Thanks for supporting our eco packaging!” card means they know exactly why those fluffy paper shreds are replacing bubble wrap.

Plastic Free July is a great starting point, but the real win comes from keeping the momentum going all year. Once you’ve tried paper fillers and recycled boxes, think about other ways to turn your packaging green - maybe reusable mailers or even a box‑return program so you can reuse old packaging?

Whether you choose our Poppy boxes, eco kraft bags, Sunflower matchboxes, or any range from our eco collection, you’re getting packaging that’s tough enough to protect your products, pretty enough to impress your customers, and free of single‑use plastic.

We’ve done the hard work sourcing the sustainable materials, now you get the credit for a planet-friendly unboxing experience!