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Get ready to snap, crackle, and pop like never before! The last Monday of January sees us celebrating a most unusual and enjoyable day – Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day on January 29. Prepare to derive unadulterated joy from indulging in the child-like pleasure of popping those irresistible bubbles. Did you know that what we see as a stress-busting toy was originally intended to be a uniquely textured wallpaper? That's right, back in 1957, engineers Marc Chavannes and Al Fielding sealed two shower curtains together in the hopes of creating a new kind of wall covering - little did they know they’d accidentally created the world’s most entertaining packing material. So, on this day, let your stress bust like tiny bubbles and feel the joy radiate from every pop!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1957</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Bubble Wrap</div><div class='timeline-text'>Engineers Marc Chavannes and Al Fielding invent bubble wrap initially with the intention of creating textured wallpaper.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bubble Wrap Packaging</div><div class='timeline-text'>Chavannes and Fielding discover the potential for bubble wrap as packing material and it finds its place in the industrial sector.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Radio station, Spirit 95 FM in Bloomington, Indiana, creates the first Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day in recognition of this enjoyable material.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition of Popping Pleasure</div><div class='timeline-text'>The stress-relieving capabilities of popping bubble wrap start gaining public recognition sparking a trend in using bubble wrap as a stress-reliever.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bubble Wrap Redesign</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the invention of iBubble Wrap, bubbles are interconnected, changing the popping experience but saving space in shipping warehouses.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create bubble wrap art</h3><p class='facts-text'>Dip pieces of bubble wrap in acrylic paint and press onto a canvas or paper. The result is a fun and textured piece of art that can also serve as a reminder of how much fun you had popping bubbles!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a bubble wrap popping contest</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gather some friends, family or colleagues and see who can pop the most bubbles in one minute. This is sure to be a hilarious way to cut loose and relieve stress.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Make bubble wrap stress balls</h3><p class='facts-text'>Cut out circles of bubble wrap, fold in half and tape shut. Whenever you're feeling stressed, squeeze your bubble wrap stress ball for some instant relief.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Try bubble wrap stomping</h3><p class='facts-text'>Lay out a large sheet of bubble wrap on the floor and have fun stomping away. This is a great activity for kids, or even for adults when they need a good laugh.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate bubble wrap to a local school or art studio</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many educational institutions and art studios use bubble wrap in their activities. Celebrate this day by making a generous donation!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It provides stress relief</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's something incredibly satisfying about the pop of bubble wrap. On Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day, we get to celebrate and indulge in this little act of stress relief. Whether you're popping a few bubbles during a short break or going all out with a bubble wrap dance party, it's sure to bring some joy to your day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It sparks creativity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day encourages us to view this packing material in a new light. You can create bubble wrap art, make stress balls, or even use it for a funny contest. The possibilities for creativity are endless!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's just plain fun</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Let's face it: popping bubble wrap is just fun. Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day gives us an excuse to channel our inner child and enjoy something seemingly simple, reminding us that it's the little things that can bring the most joy.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bubble Wrap was Initially Unsuccessful as Wallpaper</h3><p class='facts-content'>Bubble wrap's initial venture as a new form of textured wallpaper was a commercial failure. However, its reinvention as a packaging material brought its creators immense success.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bubble Wrap's First Significant Use was for the IBM 1401 Computer</h3><p class='facts-content'>The first significant use of bubble wrap was in 1960 when it was used as a protective packaging for the IBM 1401 Data Processing System during shipping, marking the beginning of its use in industrial packaging.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bubble Wrap can Wrap Around the Earth More than 10 Times</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the Sealed Air Corporation, enough bubble wrap is produced annually to wrap around the equator of the Earth over 10 times. This illustrates its widespread use and popularity in packaging.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Popping Bubble Wrap can Burn Calories</h3><p class='facts-content'>An hour-long bubble wrap popping session could burn about 120 calories - about the same as a half-hour walk. So continuous bubble popping can be a fun workout!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bubble Wrap has been Used in Fashion</h3><p class='facts-content'>Bubble wrap hasn't limited itself to just packaging. It's also been used in the fashion world with designers using it to create dresses, handbags and other apparel, adding a quirky touch to their collection.</p></div></div>
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