What is the minimum order quantity for your custom candle boxes?

Our custom candle boxes start from just 50 pieces, making them suitable for small businesses, new product launches and seasonal collections.

Can I order a small quantity of custom candle boxes?

Yes. We specialise in low MOQ custom candle boxes from 50 pieces, allowing brands to test new fragrances and packaging designs without committing to large quantities.

Do you supply custom candle boxes to Australia?

Yes. We regularly supply Australian candle makers and home fragrance brands with custom candle boxes, labels and packaging accessories.

Can I use one box design for multiple fragrances?

Yes. Many customers use a single box design and differentiate each fragrance with individual labels. This approach reduces packaging costs, simplifies inventory and makes it easier to launch new scents.

What box finishes are available?

Popular finishes include matte lamination, gloss lamination, gold foil, silver foil and embossing. Foiling and embossing dependent on production process and product size. We can recommend finishes based on your branding and budget.

Can I add gold foil to my candle boxes?

Yes. Gold foil and other foil finishes are available from low quantities and can help create a premium appearance for your candle packaging.

Do I need to provide print-ready artwork?

Print-ready artwork is preferred, but we can also assist with artwork setup and help ensure your files are suitable for production.

Can you match my candle boxes with labels?

Yes. We offer custom candle labels, warning labels, dust covers and fragrance labels to create a consistent look across your range.

What candle sizes can your boxes fit?

We can produce custom candle boxes in all sizes and can make boxes for popular glass ranges such as Oxford, Cambridge, Bobby, Candela and Monaco.

Are your candle boxes suitable for gift packaging?

Yes. Many customers use our custom candle boxes for gift sets, Christmas collections and limited-edition releases.

Can I create seasonal candle collections without ordering thousands of boxes?

Yes. Low minimum order quantities make it easier to launch Christmas collections, limited editions and new fragrances without carrying excess packaging stock.

Do you offer matching packaging for reed diffusers?

Yes. We can produce matching candle and reed diffuser packaging to help create a cohesive product range.

What is the advantage of using fragrance labels instead of separate boxes for each scent?

Using fragrance labels with a unified box design helps reduce inventory, lowers artwork costs and provides greater flexibility when introducing new fragrances.

Can I order candle boxes and labels together?

Yes. Many customers order their candle boxes and labels together to ensure colours, finishes and branding work together across the entire range.

What industries do you supply besides candles?

In addition to candle packaging, we also supply labels and packaging for reed diffusers, room sprays, face oils and other home fragrance and cosmetic products.

How long does it take to produce custom candle boxes?

Production times can vary depending on the design and finishing options. Low MOQ typically within 2 weeks to delivery and traditional production process for bigger quantities within 3 weeks. Please contact us for current lead times and delivery estimates.

Why do small candle brands choose low MOQ packaging?

Low MOQ packaging allows small businesses to reduce upfront costs, avoid excess stock and introduce new fragrances or seasonal products with greater flexibility.

Can I request a quotation before placing an order?

Yes. We are happy to provide quotations based on your size, quantity and finishing requirements. Simply contact us with your details to get started.

How much does delivery cost for custom candle boxes?

Our prices include delivery, so there is no separate shipping charge. The quotation you receive will cover both production and delivery, making it easier to understand your total cost upfront.

Christmas Packaging + Bon Bon Ideas for Small Candle, Bath & Body Businesses

Sam

Sep 16

5 min read

Gold PET + Silver PET Labels — Xmas bon bon with gold foil

Christmas is one of the biggest opportunities of the year for small product-based businesses.

For candle makers, home fragrance brands and bath & body businesses, a Christmas collection can introduce your products to new customers, encourage gifting and give existing customers a reason to shop again.

But creating seasonal packaging can also create a challenge.

You may not want to order thousands of Christmas boxes for a collection that will only be available for a few months. You may have several fragrances or products to package.

And you may want your Christmas range to feel special without completely changing your existing brand.

The good news is that Christmas packaging doesn't have to be complicated.

Here are some practical Christmas packaging ideas for small and growing businesses.

1. Create a dedicated Christmas gift box

One of the simplest ways to make a product feel seasonal is to create a dedicated Christmas box.

A custom Christmas box can use festive artwork, seasonal colours, illustrations, patterns or a simple Christmas message while still incorporating your existing brand identity.

For candle makers, this could be a Christmas candle, limited-edition fragrance or small gift set.

For bath and body businesses, it could be a Christmas gift containing products such as body lotion, bath salts, scrubs, oils or soaps.

The important thing is to make the packaging feel like part of your Christmas product rather than simply putting a Christmas sticker on your standard packaging.

2. Consider Christmas Packaging Bon Bon Boxes

Christmas Bon Bon Boxes are another option for creating a distinctive seasonal product.

Their shape can make a product feel more like a gift, making them particularly suitable for Christmas collections, stocking fillers and small gift products.

At Odin Printing, custom Christmas Bon Bon Boxes are available from 50 pieces, making them suitable for businesses that want to test a seasonal product without committing to a very large production run.

They can also be customised with your own artwork and can include foiling for an additional premium finish.

This makes them particularly useful for small-batch Christmas collections.

3. Use your existing boxes with a Christmas sleeve

You don't necessarily need a completely new box to create seasonal packaging.

A custom printed box sleeve or belly band can transform an existing box into a Christmas version.

For example, your standard branded candle box could remain the same while a Christmas sleeve introduces:

Christmas artwork
A seasonal message
A gift-ready presentation
Limited-edition product information
A Christmas collection name
Special colours or graphics

This can be a practical solution when you want your packaging to remain consistent but still create a seasonal look.

4. Don't create a completely different box for every fragrance

If you sell candles or home fragrance products with multiple scents, creating a separate fully printed box for every fragrance can quickly increase your packaging requirements.

A more flexible approach is to use one main box design and identify each fragrance using a separate label.

For example, your main box could contain your brand identity, product information and overall design.

A fragrance label can then identify:

Christmas Spice

Winter Pine

Vanilla & Cinnamon

Gingerbread

This approach allows the same box design to work across multiple fragrances.

It can also make future product changes easier because the main packaging doesn't necessarily need to be redesigned every time you introduce a new fragrance.

5. Make the inside of the packaging part of the experience

Christmas packaging isn't only about the outside of the box.

Printing inside the box can create an unexpected detail when the customer opens their purchase.

Depending on your design, the inside could include:

A Christmas message
A repeating pattern
Your brand story
A thank-you message
Care information
A festive illustration

For a premium candle or bath and body gift, these small details can help make opening the package feel more intentional.

6. Add festive finishing touches

Finishing options can change the appearance of otherwise simple packaging.

For Christmas packaging, gold, silver or rose gold foil can be used to highlight selected elements such as:

Your logo
Christmas wording
Product names
Decorative details
Stars or other seasonal elements

You don't necessarily need foil over the entire box.

Sometimes using foil selectively against a simple printed design creates a more understated result.

7. Think about quantity before designing your packaging

One of the biggest considerations for a small business is how much packaging you actually need.

A large minimum order can make seasonal packaging difficult because you may not know how well a new Christmas product will sell.

That's why low-MOQ packaging can be useful for seasonal collections.

At Odin Printing, custom packaging for selected products can be produced from 50 pieces, allowing small businesses to create a limited seasonal run without automatically committing to thousands of units.

Before ordering, consider:

How long the Christmas product will be available
How many products you expect to sell
Whether you have multiple fragrances or variations
Whether the packaging will be reusable for another product
Whether you are testing a new Christmas product for the first time

8. Keep your Christmas packaging connected to your brand

Christmas packaging doesn't have to look completely different from your normal packaging.

In fact, keeping some elements of your existing branding can make the seasonal collection easier for customers to recognise.

You might keep your:

Logo
Typography
Brand colours
Illustration style
Overall packaging layout

Then introduce seasonal elements through artwork, colour, foil or a Christmas message.

This gives you a Christmas collection that feels special while still looking like it belongs to your brand.

9. Don't forget the smaller packaging details

The box is only one part of the customer experience.

You can also consider coordinating your Christmas packaging with:

Product labels
Candle safety labels
Thank-you cards
Care cards
Swing tags
Stickers
Tissue or other presentation materials

A consistent combination of these elements can make a small Christmas collection feel much more developed.

10. Start planning before the Christmas rush

Seasonal packaging takes time to design, approve and produce.

If you're planning a Christmas collection, it's worth starting earlier than you think you need to.

This gives you time to:

Decide which products will be part of your Christmas range.
Choose the packaging style.
Work out your required quantities.
Prepare your artwork.
Request a packaging quote.
Approve the final design.
Order your packaging.
Prepare your products for the Christmas sales period.

Starting early also gives you more time to make changes if your first packaging concept doesn't quite work.

Christmas Packaging Doesn't Have to Mean Huge Quantities

For small candle, home fragrance and bath & body businesses, Christmas is a chance to experiment with limited-edition products and gift-ready packaging.

You don't necessarily need a completely new packaging system.

A custom Christmas Bon Bon Box, a seasonal sleeve or belly band, a new fragrance label or a simple foil detail can be enough to give your product a completely different seasonal feel.

And when packaging is available in smaller quantities, you can create seasonal products without automatically committing to a large production run.

At Odin Printing, we specialise in low-MOQ custom packaging for small and growing Australian businesses, with selected custom boxes available from 50 pieces.

If you're planning your Christmas range, now is a good time to start thinking about your packaging.

Want to explore ideas or get a quick quote? Contact me here odinprinting@outlook.com.au

— I would love to hear what you’re working on.

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