December 18, 2012

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Just Wrap It: Jelly Bean Cookies!

This week is "Just Wrap It" week where we're excited to bring you a taste of the sorts of recipes you'll find in Just Wrap It - D.I.Y. gift mixes from your kitchen. We'll give you directions on how to package the gift mix to give away for the holidays. You'll be giving the gift of a mix from your very own kitchen! So feel free to mix it up and add ingredients you like! All of the packaging you'll... View full article →
December 17, 2012

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Just Wrap It: Happy Trails Mix!

This week is "Just Wrap It" week where we're excited to bring you a taste of the sorts of recipes you'll find in Just Wrap It - D.I.Y. gift mixes from your kitchen. We'll give you directions on how to package the gift mix to give away for the holidays. You'll be giving the gift of a mix from your very own kitchen! So feel free to mix it up and add ingredients you like! All of the packaging you'll... View full article →
December 12, 2012

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Creative Ribbon Challenge: #2 from Team Edmonton

We challenged our lovely ladies at Creative Packaging to come up with some creative ideas for ornaments using ribbon and accessories from our local stores. We're so excited to show you what they came up with! 

Sheena from Team Edmonton sent us another beauty! Come grab some supplies and try it today! 

You'll need: 

  • 1 roll of 2 1/2-in. satin ribbon 
  • 1 roll of 1-in. satin ribbon 
  • Ornaments or picks of...
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December 11, 2012

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Creative Ribbon Challenge: Team Edmonton

We challenged our lovely ladies at Creative Packaging to come up with some creative ideas for ornaments using ribbon and accessories from our local stores. We're so excited to show you what they came up with!

Sheena from Team Edmonton sent us this beauty! Come grab some supplies and try it today!

You'll need: 

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December 11, 2012

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Top 10 from Team Edmonton

Since the holidays are almost here, we're giving you a gift! Each of our stores has put together a list of their top 10 favorite things at Creative Packaging. Here is the last bunch from Team Edmonton!

1. Feathers

2. Candy ornaments



3. Metallic gift wrap



4. Satin ribbon



5. Raspberry stripe gusset bag



6. Gable boxes



7. Santa clothes pins



8. Black damask wrap film



9. Sparkle leaf



10. Jewel ribbon 




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December 06, 2012

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Top 10 from Team Calgary

Since the holidays are almost here, we're giving you a gift! Each of our stores has put together a list of their top 10 favorite things at Creative Packaging. We'll be sharing them all month long on our Facebook and Twitter pages! Follow along and discover some hidden gems and well-known items we have to offer!

We - the icy north girls - think that you will love what we love. It’s black, icy, and... View full article →
November 26, 2012

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Top 10 from Team BC

Since the holidays are almost here, we're giving you a gift! Each of our stores has put together a list of their top 10 favorite things at Creative Packaging. We'll be sharing them all month long on our Facebook and Twitter pages! Follow along and discover some hidden gems and well-known items we have to offer!

We begin with Team BC's top 10 favorites:

1. Mini-Stockings– Yes, they are back – and we...
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November 19, 2012

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DIY: Candy Bouquet

Today we're showing you how to build a candy bouquet! You can find the tissue paper, wrap and ribbons you need to make this at Creative Packaging, so come on in today!

1. To build the container, you'll need the following materials: Spare cardboard, hot glue gun, a sharp knife, scissors, packing tape and a ruler. For the cardboard, use a piece that is high enough to support the candy canes without... View full article →
November 14, 2012

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DIY: Ribbon organizer

Did you know our flower boxes make a great dispenser and/or storage container for ribbon?

Come on into your nearest Creative Packaging store to get yours today!

Need more ideas? Check us out on Facebook and Twitter, or visit us on our website

(Or share your ideas by sending us an email!)

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November 12, 2012

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DIY: Creative's angel for the holidays!

This is a great DIY project that's fun and easy to do:

Step-by-step instructions using all in store products!


(Products used: 4 sheets tissue, 2 colors raffia, tulle, burlap, faux jewel ribbon)

1. Simply crumple 2 sheets of tissue into a ball for Angel’s head.
2. Using other 2 sheets of tissue, slightly stagger 1 on top of the other, with the prominent color on bottom. Place ball in center & lift...
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