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March 31, 2020

How to Create FDA Approved Hand Sanitizer Labels
The entire world is currently faced with a crisis that is COVID-19. We’ve noticed lots of customers rising to the occasion to make hand sanitizer, hand soaps, and other personal care products in response to the increased need for these items. Our quick turnaround time has allowed us to fulfill many of these orders, but…
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Prepress Checklist: Prepare Custom Label File for Print
January 21, 2020

Prepress Checklist: Prepare Custom Label File for Print
Designing the perfect custom label is one thing, but it’s quite another to have it printed. Examining your digital files from a prepress standpoint is a crucial step in the label creation process, and should always be conducted by you and your designer first because you possess the vision of your final product. Though prepress…
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Metallic beer can label
November 12, 2019

10 of the Best Craft Beer Label Designs
It’s no secret that we geek out over awesome label designs, and the craft beer industry often boasts some of the best. In the past few years, small craft breweries have flourished, refreshing the market and producing tastier, more interesting brews than your typical lager. An innovative product deserves an equally creative label design to…
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Handmade soap for sale
October 22, 2019

How to Label Soap for Sale
Soapmaking is a craft humans have worked on throughout history. Over time, the craft has evolved from one of simple functionality to an art form all its own. In modern times, soap makers have employed creative soap molds and vivid colors, while also utilizing natural materials and essential oils to create a product that’s beautiful,…
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Assembled colorful skincare products with monochrome labels.
September 26, 2019

How to Correctly Label Cosmetics
The cosmetics industry is absolutely booming. Beauty gurus and makeup artists have flooded YouTube to review and promote various products, and brands are capitalizing on subscription boxes. In order to stand out, you’ll need a beautifully packaged product! First, you’ll need to be familiar with cosmetic labeling requirements. Cosmetic products are regulated by the FDA,…
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Fanned out book of color swatches.
September 24, 2019

How to Effectively Use Color in Your Label Design
When building your brand and designing your packaging, it’s imperative to get some Color Psychology knowledge under your belt. A study shows that consumers decide whether or not to buy a product in 90 seconds, and 62-90% of that assessment is based on color alone. It’s clear that the colors used in marketing influence perceptions,…
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Spiced nuts from Treat Bakeshop in glass jars.
September 11, 2019

What is Required on a Food Label?
So you’re ready to label your food product, but you’re unsure about food labeling requirements. Don’t worry! We’ve combed through the FDA’s Food Labeling Guide and have compiled the main criteria that all food labels should meet. We’ve addressed what should be on the front panel as well as what you should include in the…
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Yellow, green, and blue Unwined Candles.
July 16, 2019

7 of the Best Candle Label Designs to Inspire You
You mold your wax into signature shapes and spend hours creating the perfect aromatherapy blends. Or maybe you pride yourself on using all-natural ingredients or have a home-hitting personal story behind your brand. Whatever it is that makes your candles special, your packaging should creatively reflect those unique qualities! Check out these 7 companies who…
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Custom Stickers
June 13, 2019

How to Determine Your Label Roll Direction
Knowing the correct roll direction for your custom product labels will save you a lot of headaches down the road. The good news is you don’t need to have a degree to figure it out. When ordering your custom label follow these steps to get the right roll direction for your project. What is roll…
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Jam Monster vape liquid
March 27, 2019

Complete Guide to Creating Custom Vape Liquid Labels
Something we at have noticed over the years is the massive rise in vape usage in the US. We love not only that people are sidestepping traditional cigarettes for a cleaner nicotine delivery system, but also that businesses big and small are trusting us to print their labels. The one thing that all vapers rely…
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