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A Partnership That Scales at Your Pace
At ePackageSupply, we believe smart packaging isn't just a cost—it's a growth lever. When small businesses hit inflection points, we become the partner that scales at their pace. This is the story of how we helped Lovely Hollow, a thriving U-pick flower farm, transform from late-night sticker sessions to instant brand recognition.
The iconic Lovely Hollow experience: custom-printed buckets ready for flower picking
🌻 Customer Snapshot
Business Name
Lovely Hollow
Founder
Nikki Long
Industry
U-Pick Flower Farm
Founded
2019
The Dream That Grew Overnight
"Lovely Hollow began in 2019 with a simple dream: to create a place where people could come, slow down, and pick flowers straight from the field. What started small quickly grew into something much bigger than I ever expected—especially during Covid, when people were craving fresh air, beauty, and connection. The farm blew up almost overnight, and suddenly I found myself scrambling just to keep up."
— Nikki Long, Founder of Lovely Hollow
When Nikki Long launched Lovely Hollow in 2019, she envisioned a joyful, community-driven flower farm where visitors could hand-pick blooms into reusable buckets. The concept was simple, the expectations modest—but demand quickly exceeded even her most optimistic projections.
The Growing Pains of Success
Initially, Nikki ordered standard 1-gallon and half-gallon buckets in small monthly batches, hand-labeling each one with branded stickers. It was a system that worked—until it didn't.
As @lovelyhollowfarm gained traction on social media and word spread through the community, crowds grew exponentially. What had been manageable became overwhelming:
- Late-night sticker application sessions became routine
- Inventory frequently sold out mid-season
- Last-minute reorders created operational stress
- Hand-labeling consumed hours that could be spent with customers
The Truly Game-Changing Solution
From Stickers to Direct Printing
In early 2021, ePackageSupply introduced Nikki to a solution that would transform her operations: custom direct-printed buckets through our Dry-Offset Printing service.
Design Refinement
Our team optimized Nikki's logo for high-resolution printing
Durable Application
Direct printing ensures branding that won't peel or fade
Flexible Minimums
Low MOQs that matched her growing needs
"Their team refined my logo for print, and before I knew it, I had branded, durable buckets arriving at my door—ready to hand straight to customers," Nikki recalls. The switch eliminated hand-labeling entirely and allowed her to restock professionally printed, ready-to-use buckets as needed.
The Transformation
Before Partnership
- Hours spent hand-applying stickers
- Frequent inventory shortages
- Basic utility buckets
- Time-consuming fulfillment
- Limited brand visibility
After Partnership
- ✓ Ready-to-use branded buckets
- ✓ Reliable inventory management
- ✓ Instagram-worthy packaging
- ✓ Streamlined operations
- ✓ Iconic brand recognition
The Blooming Results
The impact was immediate and multifaceted. The new direct-printed buckets became an instantly recognizable part of the Lovely Hollow experience—boosting branding, simplifying fulfillment, and freeing up Nikki's time to focus on what matters most: her customers and growing the business.
"The difference was immediate," Nikki shares. "No more late-night sticker sessions, no more running out of supplies mid-season. And best of all, the buckets became part of the Lovely Hollow experience."
"Looking back, those buckets aren't just containers for flowers. They represent how far the farm has come and the partnership that helped us grow in a way that still feels true to who we are."
— Nikki Long, Founder of Lovely Hollow
The buckets that became a brand: functional, photogenic, and instantly recognizable
Your Custom Packaging Journey Starts Here
Like Lovely Hollow, your business deserves packaging that works as hard as you do. At ePackageSupply, we offer multiple custom branding solutions to match your growth stage and budget:
| Method | Perfect For | Minimum Order | Investment Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure-Sensitive Labels | Startups, seasonal products, testing designs | 60 labels | Budget-Friendly |
| Heat Transfer Labels | Premium products, retail-ready packaging | 792 units | Mid-Range |
| Dry-Offset Printing | Growing businesses like Lovely Hollow | 3,000 units | Premium |
| In-Mold Labeling | National brands, high-volume operations | 10,000 units | Premium+ |
| Pouch Printing | Flexible packaging, stand-up pouches | 2,500-5,000 units | Varies |
| Box Printing | Shipping boxes, retail packaging | 1 pallet | Varies |
🤝 Why Businesses Choose ePackageSupply
FREE Design Services
Included with every custom order - our team optimizes your artwork
Fast Shipping
Most orders ship within 1-2 business days from our Evansville, IN facility
Flexible Minimums
From 60 labels to 10,000+ units, we scale at your pace
Made in the USA
Quality you can trust, proudly manufactured in America
Expert Support
Dedicated team to guide you from concept to delivery
Proven Results
Trusted by thousands of growing businesses nationwide
Ready to Bloom Like Lovely Hollow?
Let's create custom packaging that tells your story and scales with your success.
📞 Questions? Call us at (888) 631-0888
