 Have you seen the new John Lewis Christmas advert yet? What are your thoughts?

#Christmas #Xmas

https://youtu.be/55ghIHTaRzM?si=xqz4tjWqA20ruvwR


No prizes for guessing the favourite tub of Christmas sweets so far this year.

#Christmas #Xmas #Chocolate #Food
 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/0b32c42db2edcd0a059823d8296a209e4dac621da7c7c2938286aba85b455088.webp


What are some fun #design accounts to follow?


Getting carried away with #diabloimmortal great fun
#gaming


 If you are new to the platform then welcome along and please do give us a follow.

We are branding in Packaging design agency based in London UK and post regularly on branding and marketing.


Many brand owners & marketing teams in FMCG have similar challenges & similar questions that they want to ask an agency. This group is for people to share those questions & benefit others with similar challenges.

 #marketing
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13116908


#design #business #marketing


Latest podcast is out!

How to pick the right packaging design agency for your brand. Available wherever you get your podcasts

#design #branding #packaging #marketing

https://open.spotify.com/show/7kABLt07gm7cLmPNSSM0OP


Todays LinkedIn post

#design #marketing #branding

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alangilbody_design-branding-marketing-activity-7259460729118822400-goMN


Brazil looking very wet for the #f1


Fantastic sprint race today and credit to Oscar Piastri, what a true gent!

#FormulaOne #F1 #Sport


Todays LinkedIn post

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alangilbody_design-marketing-packaging-activity-7258026413448916992-1Rjc


 It’s November 1st, so I think we are officially allowed to talk about Christmas

#Design #Marketing #Branding


A little bit about us!

#BrandDesign #PackagingDesign #Packaging #Marketing

https://m.primal.net/LRBU.mov


Our latest podcast is now available. In this episode I cover why it’s important for private label brands to have a compelling personality

#Podcast #Packaging #PackagingDesign #Marketing
 https://open.spotify.com/episode/74m6ON9qFoV8uV0DMw8pOE?si=cKiJBlMuTCSzHm8A-g6B-w


This weeks podcast is now available!

Branding & packaging design for Amazon Savers & the need for private label products to have personality.

#BrandDesign
#PackagingDesign
#Packaging
#Marketing

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/a-slice-of/episodes/A-Slice-Of----Amazon-Savers-Packaging-Design-No--28-e2ot3i2


Today’s LinkedIn post…

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alangilbody_branddesign-packagingdesign-packaging-activity-7244239529568612352-XLxJ

#BrandDesign #PackagingDesign #Packaging #Marketing


Hey @openvibe.bsky.social why can’t I connect my @Mastodon account using the openvibe app, it’s saying that the authentication method cannot be found?

 #asknostr #openvibe nostr:npub1nwkd0pe6pn7x8tassvrpcs8nleyxpnm7y8g0wqjzcgrwhaucjjvqcrdgjz


#oasis #ticketmaster #music https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/f2c47206e204ca3913e1824c604ccffec8bf342c69d78e84acf32a8f0c731faf.webp


Packaging design and advertising to very different media

https://fountain.fm/clip/142rItwyPwuXOOGRhxSI

#design #marketing #packaging


You could be right!


Yes I had an issue


Hole appeared on the lawn about 20cm diameter. What the flippin’ ‘eck is in here???

#plebchain #grownostr #asknostr

 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/7e7af91c80906e5d35d43c1d7ac6fc36ad6b6dc57b18d1209fab138589aa3bf6.webp


Good to hear. Great to see Nostr functionality on another app


Does anyone use #fountain to access #podcasts?


 Good morning all. Can anyone recommend the best way of archiving mail on a Mac so that it can be taken off the computer itself?

#growNostr #AskNostr #Mac


Thanks for the heads up, I’ll check it out


Okay, here’s a random question for all you Nostr experts out there: has anybody used a connection to manage your crypto to link to accountancy software Xero? I can see that there are a few apps that link wallets to the chart of accounts but wondered if anybody had experience of which was best?

#Finance #Accounts #Crypto


It would seem that the mullet haircut is making a comeback, first Bottas now Lando!

#F1 #FormulaOne #HaIr


So, I’ve now linked my Podcast on Fountain to my Nostr account. Let’s see what happens!

#Podcast #Business #Marketing #GrowNostr

https://fountain.fm/p/npub12qeyhk9h6wdnzgafuhjv5qh07hp45h0elwjj47t9ak7n44v2j6ssjc0gns


If you are into all things design, marketing and business orientated then do give our podcast a try.

Here’s a link to the latest episode which is available on all platforms, wherever you get your podcasts!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GZnOhRAknqEk29FAmy2xZ


This week on the podcast we look at why it’s important for pack to look good in the home environment

#BrandDesign #PackagingDesign #Packaging #Marketing

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-slice-of-packaging-design/id1679079527?i=1000665319000


Question, what is you goto platform for podcasts?

Apple
Spotify
Pocketcasts
Other


All of the podcasts are now on YouTube as well as the usual platforms….

#branddesign #packagingdesign #packaging #marketing

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa4mSFY0s2jOzipiSx4gTAKjnTcXAgzx2&si=x2wABN_5gix0YDTD


If you’ve not heard our podcast before then please do give it a listen. Every week we take a supermarket brand and critique its design to find out what works and what doesn’t.

On all platforms

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uGP7IX0kMz64hN2nzMOks?si=Rqfc7N0dSkKByPPFku2-sw

#BrandDesign #PackagingDesign #Design #Marketing


 If you’ve not heard our podcast before then please do give it a listen. Every week we take a supermarket brand and critique it design effectiveness.

https://open.spotify.com/show/7kABLt07gm7cLmPNSSM0OP

#BrandDesign #PackagingDesign #Design #Marketing


Can anyone recommend a good desk mounted microphone boom for a Shure microphone?
#podcast #asknostr #technology


 Does anybody use Goodpods to get the Podcasts from? It would be good to know what you think of the platform and if you think the community is useful?

#podcast #podcasts #plebchain


Here’s a clip from the  latest podcast

https://fountain.fm/clip/VHbAErV1VKXvm6vrvTU3


Our podcasts are now all on this platform also…

https://fountain.fm/show/tAYeNyE4f95j2IXgsXs9


 Here is the Apple Podcasts version. The podcasts are available on all platforms.

#podcast #podcasts #design

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-slice-of-packaging-design/id1679079527?i=1000664143528


Latest podcast is out…

Why it’s important to never use assets that a link to another brand…

#BrandDesign #PackagingDesign #Packaging #Marketing

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uGP7IX0kMz64hN2nzMOks


In honour of the Belgian #Formula1 yesterday, waffles with chocolate sauce!

#foodstr
https://m.primal.net/JhuB.jpg


You may be right


The toothpaste aisle is a confusing old fixture.

In order to command more shelf space with what is ostensibly a very small canvas, brands are increasingly introducing lots of new offerings.

This is potentially great news from a consumer point of view, however, it would only be successful if those brands can effectively differentiate their offers and match them to specific needs.

Have a look at this example from OralB. This is a small section of the fixture, there are in fact many more varieties from them that all suffer from a very similar issue.

What is it, and what does it do?

In this particular instance it’s unclear what one variety offers over the other, does it meet a particular need or is it just a different flavour alternative?

In fact, the naming strategy on one could be said to cannibalise the naming strategy on the other, if this one is advanced is the other one basic?

If you’re not clear with the consumer you’re not going to build trust with them. Ultimately, the consumer wants to know what need you are meeting. If you end up with two products potentially meeting the same need you only serve to cannibalise the offer.

#BrandDesign, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Marketing
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Hungarian goulash in honour of the Hungarian #formula1 #f1 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/4ebd375fc4c8de85dad5ad46a292f49580eb10c133010804881b75f7ecd0f402.webp


I forgot to add the silverstone fryup in celebration of the GB #f1 #foodstr #formula1
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In the event of a global IT outage, decentralised platforms such as #nostr really come to the fore
 #microsoft #grownostr


Summer at last in the UK!
 #grownostr


 Personality is important in branding, but then again so he is picking the correct personality for the type of product you’re trying to sell. Not sure if this brand of bin bag fulfils that.
#packaging #packagingdesign #branding  https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/b516f33f483f0d738f70973ec0acef15bc431cb033008a6c2fd2818059bc9636.webp


 Is anybody else having trouble connecting Mastodon to the @openvibe app? I can get #nostr  and #bluesky to work but seem to be getting all sorts of authentication issues using @Mastodon.
 #asknostr


Straight bananas? Surely not?!
#food #foodstr
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Well done Novak. Some great #tennis at #wimbledon


Still can’t add my #mastodon account to #openvibe
I keep getting ‘authentication unsupported’ on mastodon.social

Any ideas?


Ahhhh no #formula1 this weekend!
 #f1


That was an amazing qualifier #f1 #formula1


Rain predicted for the Formula One in Montréal. It’s going to be an entertaining one!

#F1 #FormulaOne #Sport


#grownostr
https://m.primal.net/IdUx.jpg


Big surprise


A great point


I wonder if Max would be scared to move at the moment and possibly risk the realisation it’s the car rather than his driving abilities that have created so much success


Possibly both of those options you mentioned!


I’m hearing word of a Red Bull Formula One announcement at 5 o’clock GMT today. Not sure if this is a wind up but my ears are pricked!

#FormulaOne #F1 #Sport


Okay, so I’ve tried lots of different clients on the iPhone to date and my favourite by a mile is #Primal. I like the idea of #openvibe being a multi platform and having the opportunity to post to #Mastodon and others but I’m finding that a bit buggy at the moment. I’m sure it’s something they’ll sort out But for me, Primal is winning so far.

#tech


They are old Victorian street lights


It would seem that many are jumping ship from Insta and moving over to a platform called Cara through fears of AI ‘borrowing’ their posts!

#instagram #tech #technology


Yup


That looks great


Why is as he mad?


Working out how to travel back to today


Very clever Lego ‘paintings’
#nostrart #art #creativity
https://m.primal.net/IWSx.png


Do any cryptocurrencies use quantum cryptography as yet?

#crypto


I’ve ordered the Rabbit R1 as I do love a new gadget. Anyone have any experiences to share with it?

#technology #gadgets


Primal is great


Not on iOS unfortunately


Ticketmaster has been hacked and 560million customers personal data been leaked!!

This is a weekly occurrence it seems!!

#hacking #news


Has anyone tried the TikTok Notes app that is simmilar to Insta? I think it’s only out in Canada and Australia at the mo but interested to see what you think…

#askNostr #socialmedia


If you could recommend only one book for someone to read, what would it be?

#books


Exactly


PAh ha ha!


Oooooo not heard of those. Thanks!


 I think we completed Netflix. Any good recommendations?

#Netflix


What’s your earliest memory?


What is the most efficient way of promoting #nostr and encouraging broad adoption?

#grownostr #plebchain #introductions #bitcoin #crypto


Ha ha!


We specialise in memorable packaging design for brands that want to make a positive difference.

👉Ask me anything…

#packaging #design #creative #art #fmcg #brand #branding #food #drinks #pets #pharma #pharmaceuticals #health #lifestyle #home #style


That’s what I’m using currently. I’ve tried openvibe. I like the multi platform approach linking Madtodon but it’s buggy


Hey!


What has everyone found as the best #nostr client for iPhone?

#grownostr #plebchain #iphone #client #tech #socials #apps


Latest case study on the website

#branding #packagingdesign #packaging #dogs #cats #pets #food

https://slicedesign.co.uk/tilly-and-ted-petfood-branding-packaging-design/


My LinkedIn post on ‘paper’ bottles is getting an amazing response…

#linkedin #grownostr #sustainability #sustainable #ecofriendly #greenwashing #packaging #fmcg #drinks
 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/46d7bb926804632820bb3e67a3bbe6c2e38dfd53c2a62ae75faea6c8f7d5c884.webp


I know right! So dull! Pre touch screens they were quite innovative. Hopefully we get there again


Amazing!!! Love ‘em! Takes me right back!


Great idea for a barcode that goes around the whole pack to make scanning easier

#grownostr #plebchain #packaging #packagingdesign #food #graphics #graphicdesign #fmcg https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/6e5de322773409d5220564bdbab4ff78f0b4e0cc159fad9d5a48f3e770a0b541.webp


Did you have one?


Just stumbled across this bonkers retro phone. Who remembers this one?

#plebchain #grownostr #tech #innovation #retro #mobile https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/b3106ccdca3acfdf1f152c597b14dc9656a6ac96570c62436416f1c66164bd58.webp


Thanks for the info. That’s really helpful. Yes that’s the account. How do you know that it’s bridged? I did try to link my nostr to Fediverse a while ago. Do you think that may be causing the mirror? It’s odd as it’s not pulling in all my notes if that’s the case….


Shame it’s not the Canadian #grandprix this weekend

#f1 #formula1


Good idea


Ha ha! Maybe I’m destined for big things


Thanks for info


 Do any of you guys use the @openvibe@mastodon.social app? I seem to be having a problem of it being fine for a day or so and then continually crashing when you try and open it.

#openvibe #grownostr #plebchain #apps #coffeechain #mastodon #crash


Morning all. Just found an account on here pretending to be me?! What should I do?

#grownostr #introductions #plebchain


Exactly. Spot on!


Check out my latest post on LinkedIn…

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alangilbody_packagingdesign-packaging-sustainability-activity-7201477170374815745-F1__?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

#Eco-Friendly #Sustainable #Sustainability #Packaging #PackagingDesign #BrandDesign #Recycle #Drinks #Food


I couldn’t resist the urge to open up one of those paper wine bottles. I thought I’d post it on here in case anybody was as interested as me as to what secrets lie within!

So, the pack consist of four separate components, a foil lined bag which is connected to a different plastic lug, a carton outer and a metal lid. Whilst the card rapper is recyclable, the foil liner isn’t. On top of that the plastic lug that is adhered to the foil liner will take some doing to separate and recycle as a separate component.

I read with interest on the pack itself about the reduced carbon footprint, but I have to say I’m not sure that I’m fully convinced because of the smorgasbord of multi-material gizmos!

Is this really better than glass environmentally and from a waste point of view when you factor in the full life cycle from creation to disposal? Would reusing packaging materials  in a circular economy not be much more efficient?

#PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Sustainability, #Innovation #ecofriendly #sustainable #greenwashing #green #recycle #reuse https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/a1dc7e4d768a282183be14c6794b1be6ffe70b4250b0d63238e773c3f1d2fe1e.webp


Can anyone recommend the best book library / recommendation app. I’ve heard that Goodreads is ok but wondered if anyone had other recco’s - thanks

#books #reading #philosophy #literature


A Big hello to all the new followers, great to have you on board and hopefully I can add some value to your timeline.

#Introductions #GrownNostr #plebchain


Indeed. It’s not good


Absolut Vodka and Sprite have teamed up to make a ready drink cocktail.

Always great to see a partnership between brands, but I thought it worth pointing out this potential issue when printing on aluminium cans.

The print method used here doesn’t allow for a smooth vignette or transitions from one colour through to another.

This blend technique is something you see a lot in lithographic printing and works really well on carton or paper, its much less effective however on aluminium cans.

From a distance these vignettes work really well but when you look at them close-up, you can see the dot gain created by the print technique which tends to cheapen the overall feel.

Traditionally on carbonates, many brands have got round this by making the dots much larger and emphasising the fizz or by using large areas of solid colour so as to avoid this issue altogether.

Always ensure the pack works as well close up as it does from a distance, especially if quality is a core value.

#BrandDesign, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Marketing #grownostr #plebchain #food #foodstr #drinks

https://m.primal.net/IQNg.jpg


Ok. What have I missed?

#grownostr #plebchain #design #food #graphics #graphicdesign #branding #foodsr #uk


Morning all. Be kind to everyone you meet today. Humour is universal.

#grownostr #plebchain #introductions #humour #food #drink #design #coffee #foodstr
 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/cea0485379a2f1601811c0c5d036643ae7a89ee864cbd5e607314f73f875f6db.webp


Surprising to see the announcement in the #uk today about 18 year olds doing compulsory national service. What are your thoughts?

#london #vote #politics #generalelection #grownostr #plebchain #introductions #news #coffeechain


Glad PER was ok


Great idea. So presumably I can add my podcasts (audio only)?


Is anyone else finding #openvibe keeps crashing?

#plebchain #nostr #grownostr #client


Enjoy everything. The mess. The stepping on Lego. The fussiness with food… you will miss it when it’s not there.


Thank you kindly!


The croque Madame in honour of the Monaco Grand Prix went down well! As promised, here are some shots in preparation and plated up!

#FormulaOne #F1 #Food #FoodStuff #Introductions #foodstr #grownostr #plebchain #france #sport #grandprix #cooking #zapcooking
 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/af8006cdb80108583e229dc004f4f0191bf1cce974e8e493315af8433ea3e139.webp https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/4d5d04945f9fda7e82cadcfbdeb8d48c2a506eba66430f849159ac9f0d0d5830.webp


 Has anybody visited this exhibition at 180 studios in London? Looks really interesting but would value your thoughts…

#grownostr #plebchain #exhibitions #london #vinyl #music

https://www.180studios.com/reverb


I also saw another quote along the lines of ‘when it all goes dark, don’t worry, it’s not they you have died, you have just been planted’


The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way…. Aurelius


I use ‘Now Tv’ which is a Sky package but allows 1days sports passes so costs £15 for 24 hours


I will certainly post pics in between stuffing my gob full 🫡


In celebration of the Monoco Grand Prix today I’m making Croque Madame’s!

#food #grandprix #formula1 #f1 grownostr #plenchain #breakfast #france #foodstr #introductions


That won’t end well


Morning all 😊

#grownostr #plebchain #introductions


Love that!


It’s a page turner!


Great idea. I’d love to have a nostr make.com module


A great way to replace plastic ring ties on the packaging of aluminium cans

#packaging #packagingdesign #grownostr #plebchain #drinks #beer #alcohol #sustainability #sustainable #ecofriendly

 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/6a4dd5135ea345cce5c3a9cd355be4da74389bf478391d713528e67cf9eef317.webp


A great brand #logo that hides the flag of #finland in the negative space

#grownostr #plebchain #design #graphics #branding #logos #creative #branddesign

 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/0237b3e2fc808c6e9e0f7bbc9a622de19ac062e1db406e0c7363d05933be0ff5.webp


What a very cool pathway…

#grownostr #plebchain #design #creative #introductions #coffeechain https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/8d8729c8a5dbd31b6e4171e3dba4ae04897e3bf488d6d80a515c0aa80b6ac0d8.webp


Great. Thanks


Interesting observation


Is this a legit resource? nostr:note1zc94a9w9mfh4trl9msnqfrkh3lh5qv5jxqlnc2tz57vwt3eaewesq747rc


Love that


Thanks for the advice


 Here’s a random one, but has anybody ever tried to make pesto from nettles? I’m up for a bit of foraging and I’ve heard it’s possible to make proper good version sans basil !?

#grownostr #plebchain #food


Nice to see Leclerc on pole position tomorrow for his home Grand Prix at Monaco, that said we are big McLaren fans in our but whatever happens, Monaco always promises a fun filled race date!

 #FormulaOne #F1 #plebchain #GrowNostr #Introductions #Sport #Ferrari #McLaren


Great post


If #design and #branding are you thing then go on, gis a follow! Hopefully our nuggets will add value to your timeline

#grownostr #introductions #plebchain #packaging #packagingdesign


It’s going to be a good one!!


Thanks. As a bit of a newbie, can you let me know the best way to do this please. Thanks


Fab. Thanks


All the links posted in here indexed by Google? I suppose what I’m asking is are they follow or no follow links?
Thanks.

#asknostr #grownostr #introductions


Is that part of a #nostr advertising campaign?


A few years ago, our little design packaging design agency decided to specialise in what we see as brands that want to make a positive difference. If this sounds like you, and you would like a free audit of your brand, give us a shout, we’d be happy to advise,

#branding #packaging #food #drink #design #grownostr #plebchain #introductions

https://slicedesign.co.uk


Morning it’s a NuPhy Air75. It’s bloomin lovely to use


The original brief for the Coca Cola bottle!

#packaging #grownostr #plebchain #food #introductions #design #creative #drink
 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/a7023249bb04a84bd5fb5fe9f696bf91cc8b1f2fec3177259273873ac99e8cd4.webp


It’s on the packaging


I’ve ordered a Walter Russel book…


I love the new take on the periodic table and the idea of introducing sound waves (add the sound of barium to break down water)


nostr:npub16secklpnqey3el04fy2drfftsz5k26zlwdsnz84wtul2luwj8fdsugjdxk thanks so much! 😊


I hope it’s true nostr:npub16secklpnqey3el04fy2drfftsz5k26zlwdsnz84wtul2luwj8fdsugjdxk It would be fantastic to look at the building blocks of the universe in a totally new way


Yum!


Clever barcode on a noodle pack!

#packaging #grownostr #plebchain #food #introductions #design #creative
 https://nostrcheck.me/media/50324bd8b7d39b3123a9e5e4ca02eff5c35a5df9fba52af965edbd3ad58a96a1/b81595961f8a273cdbf7c64e274f71c08911ee6213377e0f96035bee61413db0.webp


Hello! Enjoy!


Absolutely! Truely fascinating. I hope it’s true and a breakthrough


It’s Monocco this weekend!

#formula1


Hi new joiners! Welcome along to a taste of freedom!

#introductions


I’m going for the second listen tomorrow


What were peoples thoughts on the Terrence Howard episode of the Joe Rogan #podcast ?

#jre #plebchain #grownostr


Cling film isn’t a purchase you make that often.

It’s sort of fallen out of favour from his Hay-Day in the 80s when it wrapped most items in your fridge, or someone on a stag night.

Part of that could be to do with consumers looking for more sustainable, eco-friendly options, so if you are one of the leading brands you have a lot of hard work to do to stand out against the own brand competition.

I stood at the fixture for a couple of minutes watching people peruse some of the items and nobody went near this brand, in fact, in every instance people picked up the own brand equivalent.

One of the main reasons here may be down to cost so it’s imperative that brands showcase a clear ‘added value’, whether that is an easy cut system or that it is made from recycled materials.

The difficulty comes when both of these factors are relevant as in Bacofoils case. If a clear pack architecture is not established to hold all of this information, then what tends to happen is a bit of a jumbled mess, with all items competing for attention.

It’s much better to focus on one clear lead point of difference, with the other secondary. Also, ensure that the brand logo is as big as plainly possible so that you see it as you’re approaching the fixture.

This is especially important as many of the multiples now put the own brand products in line of sight with some of the bigger brands lower down.

If you want to make some noise on shelf then creating an easy to navigate pack architecture is incredibly important. Lead with the brand logo first and ensure your benefits follow.
#BrandDesign, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Marketing #plebchain #grownostr #coffeechain
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Shame


Amazing podcast. Is he on here?


Always try to inspire the consumer.

I saw these in a local store recently and its fair to say, steamed brown lentils are never going to be an easy sell-in!

Therefore, it’s really important to try and find ways to inspire the consumer with regards how they can use your product in tasty and adventurous ways.

Normally this is the role of a meal shot but budgets often don’t stretch that far so its important to look at other pack components in order to drive taste.

Take this pack for example. On here there are 3 areas that could be used better, to solve this problem of ‘taste appeal’.

1. Colour combinations
Interesting colour combinations are a great way to cue flavour, in particular origins, without the need for a meal shot.

2. Narrative
If you can't introduce imagery, then using the language of the restaurant menu is a great way to excite and drive taste.

3. Brand logo
Building food cues into logos, not only solves the problem of appetite appeal, but enhances consumer recognition.

Remember, the consumer is looking to a brand for guidance expertise and inspiration.

#packagingdesign #packaging #branddesign #marketing #grownostr #coffeechain #plebchain

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Thanks Jeremiah


Welcome!


What’s the best #nostr client for iPhone 📲 ?

#grownostr
#plebchain


Great sponsorship placement

#plebchain #grownostr #f1 #formula1
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Clever use of a barcode

#plebchain #coffeechain #grownostr
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Great advice


Consumers decide emotionally, then justify rationally. That’s why creating a compelling brand story is paramount for products and services.

#plebchain
#Grownostr


Thanks I’m unfortunately not proficient in coding hence using Make. Are you referring to this….

{
  "id": <32-bytes lowercase hex-encoded sha256 of the serialized event data>,
  "pubkey": <32-bytes lowercase hex-encoded public key of the event creator>,
  "created_at": <unix timestamp in seconds>,
  "kind": <integer between 0 and 65535>,
  "tags": [
    [<arbitrary string>...],
    // ...
  ],
  "content": <arbitrary string>,
  "sig": <64-bytes lowercase hex of the signature of the sha256 hash of the serialized event data, which is the same as the "id" field>
}

Which module in make would be best for this? Thanks


I post to my socials using make.com so keen to see if I can connect nostr to my daily flow to avoid doing it manually


That’s a great example, which brand do you think is the worst?


Can anyone think of any brands that have made it onto the platform yet? I’ve had a look round at some of the big Players but can’t seem to find any presence at all.

#grownostr
#plebchain
#brands


Good morning #nostr, hope you are all well. If you could give an example of a fast moving consumer good product with terrible packaging design, that you pick up in the supermarket in your own country what would it be?

#grownostr
#plebchain


Just heard a great quote today… “You can’t control the wind, but you can adjust the sails”

#grownostr #plebchain


Agreed


It was a good last 3 laps


I hope both are true


Maybe a rule in Monaco should be that everyone swaps cars


Impressive!


#plebchain #grownostr

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What is the best #nostr client?


Is this true?
#grownostr #plebchain

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Evening #nostr ! Who would you recommend I follow? I’m looking for interesting free thinkers…

#bitcoin #coffeechain #grownostr #plebchain


#plebchain #coffeechain #grownostr

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Indeed so!


GM (or afternoon) #nostr ! Hope you are all in fine fettle. Remember, be kind to yourself.

#bitcoin #coffeechain #grownostr #plebchain

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Nice shot


This is an astonishing listen…

#grownostr #plebchain #podcast

https://open.spotify.com/episode/58Ie4QslWb3074m79fZjJG?si=4GeoStUwQDu-mWC4dy2taw


The world of plant-based foods has taken a bit of a pounding over the last couple of months.

Sales and consumer interest have both waned in the face of increase prices and market saturation of products.

Has the time come to take a slightly different approach with plant-based offerings?

I saw this example, from GU in a store the other day. Now, GU is underpinned by unrivalled, throw caution to the wind, indulgence. This indulgence doesn’t seem to translate that well when plant based becomes the hero of the pack.

It also means that important brand cues are sacrificed making it look like a product from another brand, in this case, Activia.

Introducing sub ranges is a great way of building excitement in a portfolio but it should not be at the expense of your core brand values, especially when your product is so yummy!

There an argument here that plant based may work better as more of an endorsement, rather than a hierarchal lead on pack.
#Plantbased, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #BrandDesign
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Last few laps were good but tend to agree


I woke this morning to find some zaps. My first. How lovely ☺

#grownostr #plebchain #introductions #zaps


Thanks sooooooo much. A lovely gesture 😊


All bases covered🤣


It’s a swerve ball 🤣


A solid choice


A snippet of our podcast…

#plebchain #grownostr #podcast #design
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Which is your perfect cup of tea?

#grownostr #plebchain
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Great effort from Lando!


I’m trying a couple of different apps, Primal and Openvibe and it’s interesting to see how notifications come in on one app and not the other. I’m guessing that’s a relay issue and it will be interesting to see overtime if the notifications eventually dribble through.
#plebchain #grownostr


Try the Cabinet War rooms where Churchill planned the war


Thanks. Just followed


It’s #Formula1 race day! Who is your money on for the podium today?

#plebchain #grownostr #Introductions #Sport #Racing #F1 #Cars


Stunning! Nice work


Is it avail on iPhone?


Our builders quoted a simmilar timeline


Keep going


He’s a legend


#plebchain #grownostr

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Proper gutting


Gutting


Nice shot


#grownostr #plebchain

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#grownostr #plebchain

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#grownostr #plebchain

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Some of our work

#branding #packagingdesign https://image.nostr.build/87829640d43c90b73e07d7b97eeba1beee944de1aea649ddb3efc3535cf35eb7.jpg https://image.nostr.build/ab266cc396b5572f22cf60d180d84e054bdea8821005a3f2d4382a6ab578569a.jpg


And getting better. It can now learn!


Moooooornin’


Nicely put


To my American friends on here, what’s the worst example of FMCG food packaging that you’ve seen recently?

#grownostr #plebchain


This is how to disrupt the pet food sector…

#BrandDesign #PackagingDesign #Packaging #Marketing #Pets #Food #plebchain #grownostr
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Thanks


I’m looking for new accounts to follow. If you’re posting interesting stuff then drop a little hello message below and I can quickly follow you back. Thanks

#plebchain #Introductions #asknostr #grownostr #design


Does adding more #relays open a wider audience?

#asknostr #grownostr #plebchain #introductions


Very true


Cool


Yup


It’s a good one!


Keep going


Great idea


Nice work


Great idea!


Does adding more #relays open a wider audience?

#asknostr


Enjoy


Are any of the big brands on #nostr?


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#Nostr #BlueSky #Mastodon #Plebster #Social #askNostr


Love that


That may be more to do with the relays you have chosen. Try resetting them


That sounds dangerous!


#askNostr morning everyone, is there a way to link Mastodon and Nostr account in either of the apps? I did a search on Perplexity and it’s suggested adding a link to account in Mastodon but I can’t seem to find where to do that in the settings.


What are your predictions? I’m going for a #leclerc win


#formula1 weekend incoming. The studio is proper excited!

 #introductions


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nostr dead

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Trying to get all the active people on here connected. If you repost the original post that then send the links of everybody who has commented to everybody else. I’ve seen lots of social media apps come and and go, Threads being a key one here where the lack of engagement, sounds a bit of a death knell for it. I like what this platform is doing. I want to try and support it as I think that decentralisation is the future.


I’m keen to see who is active on here so let’s get a follow train going. Give a wave in the comments and repost then follow everyone that responds…
👋
#Introduction #Introductions #Nostr #Follow


I’m using Primal. I’ve also tried Damus. Same issue


Can anybody provide any guidance as to why I am not able to follow accounts on Nostr?

#Introductions #Introduction #Nostr


Welcome along! Enjoy!


Why can’t I follow anyone???!! Are there gremlins in the system?


Waiting for mine to arrive


Oh no! I just bought one!


Currently on the wait list for the #rabbitr1 … seen some mixed reviews but that sort of tech is the future!


Slice Design

Branding and packaging design agency specialising in brands that want to make a positive difference


What are your 5 recommended follows on here?

Go.


They get everywhere!


Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhrgh


Nice work


Ha ha!


It’s a good point. Never a fan of bottled or canned water. Seems a bonkers waste!


Here’s a bizarre one that I stumbled across the other day.

It’s obviously key for brands to communicate instantly what they are and how they benefit the consumer, so it’s quite confusing to see a brand that’s pushing the opposite and trying to reinforce what it’s not.

They pitch it as ‘The world’s first zero carb, zero alcohol, zero taste... beer.’  but is it trying NOT to be a beer, or trying TO be a credible water?

Interesting proposition, but I wonder if this is a ‘Simpsonesque’ joke that will wear off quite quickly?#BrandDesign, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Marketing

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It’s a bit slapdash, but I suppose that’s part of its charm.

In a sea of slick competition that are trying to cue authenticity, one of the best ways to do this is to take a more amateurish approach.

It cues consideration and that handmade feel that you attribute with brands like Angostura Bitters.

Have a look at this fantastic that example that I understand is an import from, South Africa. The back of pack has sort of become the front of pack.

Where the brand tends to suffer from the lack of Real Estate the SRP with its bold handwritten font certainly makes up for.

You can’t make up proper authenticity, you have to actually live it. #BrandDesign, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Marketing

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Based on what you have learned so far about Nostr, what two things functionality wise would you build intothe platform?


Keen to follow any design agencies, designers or brands on here. If that sounds like you then let me know.

#Introductions


Is it possible to post to nostr using an API?


If you ever needed a good example of why it pays to be distinct in your on shelf presence, this is probably it.

In light of huge price hikes and clearly plenty of pilfering, some of the supermarkets have opted for a bit of on-shelf security, thankfully we haven’t got to the old barbed wire just yet, but here is an interesting example from Tesco where all of the premium spirits are placed protected and tagged.

You may just about recognise some, but not all of the brands through these makeshift prison bars and I suppose that brings me to my main point.

Your packaging design is a great opportunity to create something distinct that works at a distance as people approach the shelf.

If that distinction works through one of these bags then you know you have that and recognition cracked.
#BrandDesign, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Marketing

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No matter how many people I follow, they do not show in my account. Why could that be?

#nostr #primal


Great. Thanks


I was listening to a podcast recently where someone had unearthed some tinned meat from the Second World War.

Obviously intrigue got the better of them, and they opened the can to check the contents which was pretty brave! – surprisingly, they described the contents as "good enough to eat"

Now, whilst tinned food is designed to stand the test of time, the same shouldn't be said for the branding on them.

Take this a rather bizarre example of tinned meals designed for people clearly into early 60s cowboy films?! So unless you're planning on having John Wayne round for dinner, this may not be the brand for you.

Tastes change and consumers change. Their needs are constantly shifting because of external factors.

Brands have a duty to meet these needs and remain relevant.

If you don't stay relevant, then the consumer will always look for an alternative.
#BrandDesign, #PackagingDesign, #Packaging, #Marketing

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Thanks


What’s the best Nostr client in your opinion?
#nostr #client


Thanks Jordan


Thanks. I’ll take a look


What’s the best #nostr client?


Wow. Great shots!


Check out our #design podcast here….

https://anchor.fm/a-slice-of


say hi 👋


What is the best #nostr client?


Some of our work

#branding #packagingdesign https://image.nostr.build/87829640d43c90b73e07d7b97eeba1beee944de1aea649ddb3efc3535cf35eb7.jpg https://image.nostr.build/ab266cc396b5572f22cf60d180d84e054bdea8821005a3f2d4382a6ab578569a.jpg


Hello world! What’s all this about then?

#introductions