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Mailing Boxes and the Unboxing Experience

Mailing Boxes and the Unboxing Experience

In this age of online shopping, click-and-collects, and delivered convenience, boxes are increasingly a part of the retail experience. Mailing boxes have so many uses and are a great tool for building e-commerce and retail businesses. As such, at Koch & Co., we have expanded our mailing box range. Read below for some tips and tricks for using our flatpack mailing boxes to help enhance your customers’ unboxing experience. 

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Wishing Well Buying Guide

Wishing Well Buying Guide

Summary:

  • Event wishing wells are a decorative way to request and receive monetary gifts at any number of event types. 
  • Wishing wells are not just for weddings. Find them at quinceñearas, bar mitzvah/bat mitzvahs, engagement parties, graduations, 100 days baby milestones, holy communions, kitchen teas, bridal showers, and more.  
  • Wishing wells can be made from any materials, in any shape. 
  • Materials often used to decorate wishing wells include ribbons, flowers, fairy lights, and fabric.

A wishing well is a wedding tradition designed to cater to newlyweds who don’t need traditional wedding gifts like homewares, and would instead prefer monetary gifts. Wishing wells might be newer to weddings, but money is a gift that has a long history of being traditionally given at many different milestone celebrations. As such, events wishing wells are also popular at celebrations like quinceñearas, engagement parties, graduations, 100 days baby milestones, holy communions, kitchen teas, bar mitzvahs, and bat mitzvahs.

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Our New GET IT FRESH™ S Wrap Has Arrived!

Our New GET IT FRESH™ S Wrap Has Arrived!

In Australia, single-use plastics are on their way out. Though this is a positive change for the environment, these measures are having an impact on Australian businesses, both big and small. In an effort to replace plastic packaging, there has been a boom in both innovative and affordable sustainable kraft products to wrap and pack with. Strong and durable, kraft paper is a hero of this new wave of packaging products. Read below for more information about kraft paper as well as our expanding range of kraft-related products that will help your business on its way to a more sustainable packaging future.

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5 Ways To Use Paper Cones At Your Next Special Event

5 Ways To Use Paper Cones At Your Next Special Event

We are always on the lookout for simple and cost-effective extras that people can add to their events. A Paper cone is a fantastic event extra that can be used in a variety of different ways. Here are five examples of how you can use paper cones at your wedding, birthday party, or special event.

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What Are Different Artificial Flowers Made From?

What Are Different Artificial Flowers Made From?

Summary:

  • Artificial flowers are also known as silk flowers, fake flowers, paper flowers, permanent botanicals, and faux flowers.
  • Traditionally, artificial flowers were made from silk or paper materials.
  • Advances in technology have allowed for amazing detail to be added to artificial flowers.
  • Due to quality improvement, artificial flowers have become increasingly popular for home décor and event decoration.
  • Today artificial flowers are mainly produced from silk fabrics, velvet fabrics, natural textures, flocked materials, plastic fabrics, and real touch technology. 

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Candle Holders & Decoration Buying Guide

Candle Holders & Decoration Buying Guide

Candle Sand or Candle Sand Wax provides an easy-to-use alternative to traditional candles. Featuring the warm glow of natural candlelight, Candle Sand is an inexpensive and reusable option, especially for event professionals.

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Vase Fillers And Décor Buying Guide

Vase Fillers And Décor Buying Guide

Summary

  • Decorative candles are one of the most cost-effective ways to decorate an event space.
  • Consider the position of your candles and what candle holder materials would complement the rest of your décor.
  • Tealight, votive, and pillar candle holders are the most popular choices for event decoration.
  • If decorating a dinner table with candles always choose unscented candles as the aroma from the candles won’t interfere with the smell of the food.
  • Unlike tealight candles that are contained in a cup, votive candles are bare and will burn onto the surface of the holder.
  • Pillar candles are designed to burn inwards, making them great for church services and event spaces.
  • LED Candles have a beautiful natural glow and are safe to use in any event display.
  • Adding decorative sand or stones to the bottom of your candle holder can help stabilise the candle.

Decorative candles create an ambience of natural light that invites a peaceful calm into any event. They are also one of the most cost-effective ways to decorate an event space. But with a huge selection of candle holders to choose from, how do you select the right ones? This helpful guide will explain the different selections of candles holders, and give you some simple styling tips to help inspire you.

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Plant Pot Buying Guide – How To Select The Best Plant Pot For You

Plant Pot Buying Guide – How To Select The Best Plant Pot For You

Summary:

  • Taking the time to buy healthy plants will ensure the plant lasts longer.
  • Read your plants care label and become aware of what it needs as every plant is different. 
  • Keep your plant away from strong draughts and artificial heat.
  • Don’t overwater your plants. A ‘cup of kindness’ kills more plants than any other element.
  • Putting your plant out in the rain can help dissolve the salts and other minerals found in hard tap water.
  • Regularly remove any dead leaves or flowers from your plant.
  • Using leaf shine sprays can help protect your plant from disease.
  • Outdoor plant pots will need drainage holes and a pot plate to catch the excess water.
  • Some indoor plant pots will have an internal water well step to lift the pot and prevent root rot.

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