Give handmade candles eye-catching appeal, for a visual that offers as much impact as the scent. Whether you make simple, streamlined votives, or fun and funky candles with piped wax and charming inclusions, your candle label still plays a part in the overall design.

Materials Matter

The first step in creating impactful candle labels is to select the right material for your labels. Choosing glossy or matte, classic white, rustic kraft, or clear labels will help communicate your candle’s theme. So, set the stage with materials that work with the overall experience that comes with burning your fragrant creations. That might be a white label paired with a candle that smells like fresh laundry, or a kraft label with a candle meant to smell like freshly baked cookies. The choice is up to you.

Size and Shape

The size and shape of your candle label matters. Whether you sell in a shop, at events like craft shows, or in an online boutique, standing out from the competition matters. That means choosing a label shape that complements the shape of your container.

Round labels are often the most popular choice for candle burning instructions. While square and rectangle labels are most frequently chosen for the primary label.

In addition to size, the shape of your candle label is also very important. A label that is too small for the candle tin, jar or other container can disappear or at times appear awkward. Whereas too big of a label often results in curling at the top or the bottom of whatever it is applied to, leading to a presentation that looks unprofessional, and unattractive.

Wondering if you should print candle labels yourself or opt for custom printed candle labels?

Printing your own candle labels is an excellent option when just starting out or planning a short run of a special edition candles. It’s also a great option when giving candles as gifts, or when you want to print accessory labels, like instructions. You can print as many as you need, when you need them, without needing to store too much excess.

Opt for professionally printed candle labels when it’s time to produce larger batches of candles, when you want a specific label material or a size not available in packages. Professional printing is also a good  idea when your home computer cannot achieve the look or print quality you prefer.

How To

Looking for inspiration? Watch a full instructional video here to see how fun and simple it can be to make, print and apply custom labels to your handmade candles.