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The History of the Christmas Bauble

The holiday season is a time when we all look forward to adorning our Christmas trees with the most beautiful and unique ornaments. With a fascinating history and an important and established present, Christmas photo ornaments and decorative baubles are worth getting to know.

What better way to understand their significance than by delving into the history and manufacturing process of the Christmas bauble? From the origins of baubles as simple fruit decorations, to their innovative modern-day variations, this blog will explore the evolution of this cherished holiday tradition.

What is the History of the Christmas Bauble?

The history of decorative baubles or ornaments dates back to 16th-century Germany, where it was a tradition to decorate fir trees with apples, nuts, and other fruits during the holiday season. These decorations served as a reminder that spring and warmer weather would come again. 

These traditions soon began to spread across the globe.

Advancements in technology have increased the range of photo printing possibilities available to us. When it comes to printing anything, be it special memories, work projects or artwork, it’s crucial to understand the different types of photo printing methods so you can choose the right solution for your needs. In this post, Adventa explores the various types of photo printing, and the options best suited to different applications. 

What Does Photo Printing Mean?

Photo printing involves the process of transferring an image onto different materials, such as paper, canvas and clothing, using specialised printers. This allows an individual to create copies of images and display, preserve and share them with others. 

Types of Photo Prints

There are four main types of photo printing options. These are digital printing, lenticular printing, sublimation printing, and giclee printing. Each has different advantages and applications, which we will look at in more detail below.

1) Digital Printing

What is Lithography & How Does it Work?

Lithography is one of the most well-known, time-honoured methods of printing. Used for a broad range of printing needs, this medium produces clean, interesting prints and is very popular for these reasons, amongst others.

In this post, Adventa defines lithography and how it works. We will also explore the history of lithography and look at alternative printing methods and how they compare to lithographic prints. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about lithography.

What is Lithography?

Lithography is a method of printing that is ideal for long printing runs. Often used to print packaging, books, posters, magazines and more, this medium is well suited to a wide range of applications.

The word ‘lithography’ is derived from the Greek words lithos, which means ‘stone’ and graphein, meaning ‘to write’. As the lithographic process originally involved scoring a flat stone with a pencil, this name is perfectly expressive of the method.

Best Trade Shows for Retailers Around the World

Trade shows are excellent spaces to focus on sourcing, networking, lead generation, and more. Expos are where industry leaders determine and define trends, and professionals learn more about their industry before adding new products to their inventory. With this in mind, Adventa has made the ultimate list of international trade exhibitions that provide retailers with excellent SKU opportunities and much, much more.

22 Best Trade Expos

There are trade exhibitions for almost every industry under the sun, and they’re hosted across the world. This list of trade shows covers many product categories and countries but only includes the best of the best. For each of these expos, we have listed when and where the upcoming trade fair will take place, how many exhibitors will be present, the main product categories, the cost of admission, and how long the trade show has been running. This information will direct you to the expos that suit your needs,

Adventa highlights how personalised equipment helps businesses connect with their remote workers while providing what’s needed for effective working.

How To Package A Canvas 

Updated 31/03/2023

Wondering how to package a canvas quickly and easily while providing it with enough protection to make any journey safely? Adventa explains how to package and ship a canvas painting so that it arrives at your customers' door undamaged. Find out more and buy canvas and packaging below. 

Packaging and shipping canvases

Brand sentiment doesn’t end once a customer hands over their money. A seller's job isn’t done until the customer has the product in their hands and is happy.

That's why we've designed the QuickPro Mail Safe Packaging to guarantee that your canvas art will be delivered to your customers safely and securely. Shipping art is almost, after all, an art form itself, and we want yours to be successful and your customers happy!

What are flat boxes?

Flat boxes refer to boxes that haven't been built yet. All our art canvas boxes come unassembled (or flat), but don't worry, the 'fold and lock' function means your boxes can be ready for shipping within minutes, without the need for packing tape or special tools.  

The compact design of flat boxes also means you’ll save on shipping costs, whether you ship them flat or in their completed form, as they fit snuggly around the canvas. 

How to package a canvas

This stress-free box is straightforward to build, so if you are making canvases in large volumes, then it's ideal. Just follow these instructions:

• Lift the lid upwards and over.
• Slide the lid's tab into the slot at the front of the box.
• The box is then ready for labelling & dispatch. 

Why buy your canvas packaging from Adventa?

If you're looking for cost-effective packaging boxes for canvas prints that are easy to assemble and dispatch for your production staff, look no further than the QuickPro ArtWrap Mail Safe Box from Adventa.

The extra side supports keep canvases safe from crumple zones and promise durability thanks to their thickness. No need for protective packaging like bubble wrap - the thick cardboard and clever design provide maximum protection.

The side of the boxes has been designed so that the three smallest boxes can hold multiple canvas sizes. Either pull over the flaps flat to hold the largest size or fold over into a square tube to create thicker sides for the smaller sizes.

This economical packaging box for canvas prints is ideal for swift packaging and sending your customers prints safely so they can hang their memories easily.

Canvas packaging FAQs

Do you still have questions? Here are the queries we get and answer most regularly:

How do I post a large canvas?

We provide canvas packaging of varying sizes, so all you have to do is order the size appropriate to the size of the canvas you plan to create and dispatch to your customers.

The outer box is big enough to enable a 3.9cm thick canvas to lie neatly and securely within the box. Here’s a full list of sizes and product references we can supply:

• BXMS8 - 8x 8 & 8 x 12
• BXMS16 - 16 x 20 & 16 x 24
• BXMS12 - 12 x 16" & 12 x 18"
• BXM12S - 12 x 12" 

Why does our packaging design work so well?

The QuickPro Auto Canvas and Mail Safe Packaging are designed for rapid production with its semi-automatic machine, ensuring efficient packaging techniques. Premium quality corners are guaranteed every time, which makes us stand out in the manufactured art community.

What type of packing materials are recommended for protecting a canvas painting during shipment?

We recommend using durable packaging materials to ensure the superior "can't sag" properties of the canvas are maintained. The lightweight and compact nature of our packaged art makes it easy and safe to dispatch.

Do I need to worry about size and weight restrictions?

The lightweight and compact design of our packaging makes it suitable for shipping, and they comply with standard size and weight restrictions imposed by most shipping services.

When shipping artwork, how can you guarantee safe shipping?

Both the QuickPro Auto Canvas and Mail Safe Packaging are designed for durability. The black backboard accessory (QPB812) contributes to climate resilience during shipment. The engineered packaging also boasts extra strong side supports that keep the canvas safe from crumple zones. So whether you’re shipping fine art or your business's most recent offering, our packaging can ensure maximum protection for your canvases.

Adventa experiences market growth in the US with their unique range of blank print products. To celebrate we are happy to announce the relocation of our American office
Based in New Jersey you can now find us at:

100 CHALLENGER ROAD
RIDGEFIELD PARK
NJ 07660

This larger office space is a great way for us to meet with our US customers and demonstrate new product ranges, with appointments available via advance booking. We can now discuss the needs of all our customers face-to-face too!

Located just off the I-95 and only 16 miles from EWR or 25 miles from JFK it is easy to access and has the Hilton Garden Inn on the doorstep for anyone travelling.

Here is a sneak peak of inside:

We look forward to meeting you all soon! To make an appointment please contact us on 844 458 0106 or email [email protected]

So your customer comes to you with the perfect picture and is looking for that perfect frame to display it effectively. How do you know which one to suggest to them? Is it a timeless piece that needs a frame to deliver longetivity or is it a piece of art that needs to make a statement?

Lets take a look at the key steps below in choosing the right frame for your customer.

Choosing the Perfect Frame for Your Customer

#1 Know the size

As a starting point discuss with the customer what size would complement the picture best. Is it an abstract piece that demands space on a wall or a treasured memory that needs to have more of a personal touch on a shelf or a desk? Is it a delicate detailed print that would get lost if placed in a small frame?

Discuss through these factors with your customer and once you have agreed the size of the image you can start to work out what frame options are available. Standard size prints that would decorate a desk perfectly would suit those smaller frames such

Our new My Santa Story Book has a glossy attractive outer cover and features 16 pages held together with premium stiched binding. 

The 16 pages in this Christmas photo book are filled with a range of fun activities and games for children to do with their families. The clever design holds one 6 x 8 photo, so this personalised Christmas gift is an ideal upsell with a print at a Santas Grotto or festive event.  

Families can take away a memento they can treasure as well as have lots of fun with the games, from the Santas Sledge Dash, funny jokes, spot the difference to the speak out loud game. 

This new concept is really easy to make so application in store only takes seconds. Simply slide in the photo from the top and your done! 

The book is available in packs of 24 and is available now to order. Please contact [email protected] for pricing quoting reference BKXS-68. 

Matching this festive product is our Santa Light-Up Frame. Containing 84 fibre optic lights,