New Release: Joy Boy Minis Now in 3 Bold Colorways!
We're excited to announce the launch of Joy Boy Mini in 3 brand new colorways- Rage Red, Hope Grey and Gloom Black! These vibrant art toys stand at about 6.5cm tall and would bring more color, charm and character to your shelf!
Joy Boy Mini art toy now available in 6 exciting colorways. Only available at atomtoysstudios.com.
We've received many questions about how we packaged our Joy Boy Mini and would like to share our process for everyone who would like to package their own items at-home in a professional manner!
The Packaging Process: Behind the Scenes
Each Joy Boy Mini comes in a custom blister pack, designed to highlight the art toy while staying true to our handmade, small-batch ethos. Here's how we do it:
Close-up of 3D printed resin blister mold for Joy Boy Mini packaging, with ventilation holes for clean plastic forming
1. Creating a Blister Mold
We start by 3D printing the form for the blister using a resin printer. This model determines the exact shape of the plastic shell. A small tip: add tiny ventilation holes around tight fold points to help the plastic form smoothly. Prefer working with natural materials? You can also use wood or other sturdy alternatives to shape your mold.
Thermoforming plastic sheet over 3D printed mold using Mayku Vacuum Former to create blister packaging for Joy Boy Mini art toy
2. Thermoforming with Mayku
To form the plastic blister, we use the Mayku Vacuum Former with a 200mm x 200mm bed. Timing is key here- heating the plastic just enough to create a perfect seal around the mold. It’s a bit of a dance, but when it clicks, the result is that smooth, clear contour that shows off the toy while protecting it.
Applying spray adhesive to Joy Boy Mini blister packaging for a secure bond onto the printed card backing.
3. Assembling the Packaging
Once the plastic blisters are formed and the cards are printed, we carefully apply spray adhesive to the rim of each blister and align it onto the card backing. This step is all about precision. A clean, secure bond means your Joy Boy Mini stays safe and display-ready.
Trimming card edges and rounding corners of Joy Boy Mini packaging for a clean, professional finish.
4. Trimming the Final Product
Finally, we use a paper cutter to clean the edges and a round cutter to soften the corners of each pack. It’s a subtle touch that makes a big difference, giving each piece a polished, pro-level finish.
Joy Boy Mini art toys in six colorways — Rage, Gloom, Hope, Bliss, Moody, and Brave — displayed on matching color blocks beneath bold typography
Final Thoughts
For us, packaging isn’t just protection- it's part of the art. Each Joy Boy Mini is crafted and packed with care, and we hope that love comes through when you hold one in your hands.
Get the Joy Boy Minis that are crafted with care here!