5 Easy Ways Your Business Can Be More Environmentally Friendly

Do business cards still matter? Yes, business cards still matter, and here’s why: Do people really still use business cards in 2025? Yes! People from large companies, small ventures, and even solo entrepreneurs use business cards every day. Just take…
What should be on arc flash labels? Arc flash labels typically contain key information for worker safety. Required elements (NFPA 70E) include: Additional elements (best practices) may include: Following this format ensures clear communication and helps workers understand electrical hazards.…
Why you should try printable DIY stickers for your business If you’re running a business, custom stickers are a creative and affordable way to promote your brand. In fact, they were top of mind when I first started exploring freebies…
Why ANSI vs. OSHA matters for safety signs When it comes to safety sign rules, OSHA vs. ANSI is a very common question. The most important thing to know is that OSHA and ANSI safety sign standards both aim to…
Introduction to making DIY decals I make a lot of stickers. I make them for my side hustle business as freebies to build traction and brand recognition—both at my vendor booth and when I ship orders. For the communities I…
Buying postage online is a game-changer for business At the start of my small business journey over ten years ago, shipping packages felt like navigating an endless maze with countless twists and turns. These challenges had nothing to do with…
Learn how to send out a package for business or personal needs When I first started selling my handmade creations in 2014, the thing that I struggled with the most was sending out packages. Of course, when I started, shipping…
Add pictures to address labels and more As a small business owner who also enjoys sending cards to family and friends, I find photo address labels to be a very appealing idea. I think using photo labels or picture labels…
Avery experts answer questions about using different printers for labels “What kind of printer do I need to print my own labels?” is a common question for anyone printing labels for the first time. For the most part, the short…
Easy ways to make custom binders for business or personal use There are two ways to make a custom binder: 1) Have your design custom-printed on the binder, or 2) add a custom binder cover and spine insert to a…
How to make custom binder spines There are several ways to make custom binder spines for view binders. That is to say, binders with clear pockets on the front cover, spine, and sometimes the back cover. Of course, you can…
Introduction to making your own gift tags In this article I’ll walk you through how to make gift tags for all your special occasions. Over the years, I’ve made DIY gift tags many times for both personal use and my…
From chaos to calm: how to organize your desk for peak productivity I’m the classic career-with-a-side-hustle archetype: writing full-time for Avery and also running a small hobby business. I know from experience that keeping my desk organized is essential. What’s more,…
Avoid mistakes so your packages arrive on time Some of the most common shipping issues are label “fails” that can easily cause your package to be delayed—or worse, lost in transit. Not to mention that when your schedule is packed,…