By Erin Judge, managing editor, PostPress For J.S. McCarthy Packaging + Print (J.S. McCarthy), innovation is daily practice – woven into every thread of its rich 79-year history. The company, based in Augusta, Maine, has evolved from its roots in commercial printing into one of the largest specialized folding carton manufacturers in New England, serving the food, … [Read more...] about Innovation in Practice: J.S. McCarthy Brings a Mini-Maine Adventure to Life
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Small Boxes, Big Impact!
By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress Good things, they say, come in small packages. Neenah, Glenmore Custom Print + Packaging, and Print Design Academy have proven that adage with a collaborative promotional project that combines small packages, evocative decoration, creative copy and more. Their project, “Folding Board Variety Pack,” features four little breakfast cereal boxes … [Read more...] about Small Boxes, Big Impact!
Creative Paper Crafting Celebrates the Art of Finishing with Holiday Card
By Erin Judge, managing editor, PostPress In a world increasingly shaped by technology and AI, the artistry behind skilled diecutting, embossing and foiling continues to endure. Creative Paper Crafting of Portland, Oregon, has remained dedicated to preserving and advancing that tradition of craftsmanship since 1985. Founded by Joseph and Judy Smith alongside Judy’s mother, … [Read more...] about Creative Paper Crafting Celebrates the Art of Finishing with Holiday Card
Spectrum Packaging Delivers Winter Magic
By Liz Stevens, contributing writer, PostPress Spectrum Packaging Corporation (SPC), Orlando, Florida, earned the Gold Award for Best Use of Foil/Embossing - Self Promotion (Holiday) in the 2025 FSEA Gold Leaf Awards for its “SPC Snow Scape Holiday Promotion.” Delivering industry-leading, state-of-the-art print and packaging services, SPC produces a wide range of folding … [Read more...] about Spectrum Packaging Delivers Winter Magic
Luxurious and Sustainable: Diamond Packaging Wows with Eco-Friendly Billie Eilish Perfume Package
By Erin Judge, managing editor, PostPress There’s no denying that Billie Eilish is among one of the most influential pop stars of her generation. Like many artists who’ve reached “icon” status, she’s recently expanded her creative expression by developing her own signature scent, “Eilish.” Together with Jon Michael Design and fragrance producer Parlux Ltd, Eilish set out to … [Read more...] about Luxurious and Sustainable: Diamond Packaging Wows with Eco-Friendly Billie Eilish Perfume Package
Where Print Meets Glamour: Duplo Unveils Elegant Perfume Box with Eye-Catching Embellishments
Edited by Cori Watkins, editor, PostPress Duplo USA Corporation (Duplo), based in Santa Ana, California, crafted a unique and sophisticated perfume box entitled Noir Mystique Eau de Parfum. Featuring a rich, dark blue background, the box is elegantly adorned with raised bright blue lettering, accented by silver, light blue and white floral elements that surround the text … [Read more...] about Where Print Meets Glamour: Duplo Unveils Elegant Perfume Box with Eye-Catching Embellishments
Marc Friedland Couture Communications’ Shining Stars
By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress Marc Friedland Couture Communications, Los Angeles, California, recently was awarded Silver for Best Use of Refractive Foil (Micro-Etched) in the 2025 FSEA Gold Leaf Awards. The company was started 39 years ago and has designed and produced Hollywood’s Oscar® envelopes for seven years, as well as 2025’s Golden Globe invitations and winners’ … [Read more...] about Marc Friedland Couture Communications’ Shining Stars
Cosmetic Box Captivates with Foil and Embossing
By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress Dreyer Kliche, Copenhagen, Denmark, was awarded Best of Show: Best Use of Foil & Embossing in the 2025 FSEA Gold Leaf Awards. The company’s entry, The Little Mermaid Cosmetic Box, is an interpretation of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, and features a variety of embossing and hot foil stamping, which illustrate … [Read more...] about Cosmetic Box Captivates with Foil and Embossing
Sunflower Poster Shines Bright with Digital Embellishments
Edited by Cori Watkins, editor, PostPress As spring arrives in full bloom – with sunshine in the air and flowers coming to life – so too does the celebration of creativity and craftsmanship in print and packaging. The 32nd annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards once again has honored a variety of impressive submissions from leaders in the industry. One standout piece that truly … [Read more...] about Sunflower Poster Shines Bright with Digital Embellishments
Hazen Paper Hits a Game-Winner with Basketball Hall of Fame Yearbook
Edited by Cori Watkins, editor, PostPress With March Madness in full swing, PostPress would be remiss not to highlight Hazen Paper’s Basketball Hall of Fame Yearbook. Hazen Paper Company (Hazen Paper), based in Holyoke, Massachusetts, has scored big with its impressive holographic Enshrinement 2024 Basketball Hall of Fame Yearbook. The 12th Enshrinement Yearbook cover for … [Read more...] about Hazen Paper Hits a Game-Winner with Basketball Hall of Fame Yearbook