Sustainable Packaging for the Back‑to‑School Season
Keep It Light and Simple
You don’t need bulky plastic trays or extra layers of wrapping. A slim cardboard sleeve or a single folded box will do the job. Less material means less waste, and it often costs you a bit less, too!
Choose Paper Over Plastic
Opt for plain craft or white cardboard instead of plastic clamshells. Cardboard is easy to recycle, and you can still print fun colours or designs right onto it. If you really want a peek‑through window, cut a simple shape - no plastic film needed!
Wrap with Paper Tape
Traditional clear tape can’t be recycled, but paper‑based tape seals just as well. It tears by hand and sticks firmly, and when your customer recycles the box, the tape goes along for the ride. Perfect all around!
Add a Reusable Twist
Think about ways your box could live on after school starts. A pen set box could double as a small desk organiser. A notebook sleeve could become a bookmark storage pouch. Little reusable ideas like these make shoppers smile when they realise they’re getting more than they bargained for!
Use Basic Eco Labels
You don’t need fancy certificates on every package - if you’re FSC certified like us, then great, but just a small note like “Made from recycled paper” or “100% recyclable” shows you care without overwhelming your design!
Try Plantable Tags
For a tiny extra touch, swap regular paper tags for seed paper tags. Once the tag’s off, a student or parent can plant it and grow wildflowers or herbs. It’s a fun surprise that links your brand to something bigger!
Give a Quick Recycling Reminder
A little arrow or “Recycle Me” line on the bottom of the box goes a long way. It nudges people to toss packaging into the right bin cutting down on landfill waste.
Bottom Line
You don’t have to be a packaging guru to make smarter choices. A few tweaks - swapping plastic for paper, simplifying your design, and adding a dash of reusable or plantable fun - can set your stationery apart this back‑to‑school season. Your customers will appreciate a fresh, green approach, and you’ll be helping reduce the mountain of waste that comes with a new term every year!
Mid‑summer’s here, and that means it’s time to start thinking about the new school year. If you sell pens, notebooks, or art sets, your packaging can make a big impression, especially on eco‑aware students and parents. Here are some simple, no‑fuss ideas to get your stationery ready for a greener back‑to‑school season!