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Business & Branding
View all 7 articles →Seasonal and Limited-Edition Labels: How to Run Them Without Wasting Money
Seasonal and limited-edition labels create excitement — but can also waste money if you overorder. Learn strategies for running special…
Labels for Farmers Market Products: Low Minimums, Big Impact
Selling at farmers markets? Professional labels elevate your products above the competition. Learn how to get great labels in small…
Private Label vs. Own Brand: What Your Label Strategy Needs to Be
Whether you're creating a private label product or building your own brand, your label strategy needs to match your business…
Rebranding Your Product Packaging: A Step-by-Step Label Transition Guide
Rebranding your labels? Plan the transition carefully to avoid waste, confusion, and inventory chaos. Here's a practical step-by-step guide.
How Your Product Label Influences Purchase Decisions (And What the Data Says)
Research shows product packaging drives up to 72% of purchase decisions. Learn how label design, material, and finish influence what…
Short-Run Label Printing: When Small Quantities Make Sense for Your Business
You don't always need 10,000 labels. Short-run printing lets startups, seasonal products, and test launches order exactly what they need.
Design & Artwork
Hiring a Freelance Designer for Product Labels: What to Look For
Not every graphic designer understands label printing. Learn what to look for when hiring a freelancer to design your product…
Label Design Mistakes That Cost You Time and Money (And How to Avoid Them)
Common label design errors cause delays, reprints, and wasted money. Learn the top mistakes and how to avoid them before…
Why White Ink Matters on Clear and Metallic Labels
Clear and metallic labels have no white background. Without a white ink layer, your colors will be translucent. Learn how…
What Is a Bleed and Why Does Your Label Need One?
Bleed is the most common artwork issue in label printing. Learn what bleed means, why it matters, and how to…
RGB vs. CMYK: Why Your Label Colors Look Different Than Your Screen
Designed your label on screen and the printed result looks different? It's probably an RGB vs. CMYK issue. Learn why…
How to Set Up Print-Ready Label Artwork: A Beginner's Guide
Submitting print-ready artwork saves time and avoids costly revisions. Learn the basics of resolution, color mode, bleed, and file formats…
Durability & Environment
Heat-Resistant Labels: What Temperature Can Your Label Handle?
High temperatures can melt adhesives, warp materials, and fade inks. Learn how heat-resistant labels work and when your product needs…
Chemical-Resistant Labels: Choosing the Right Material for GHS and Beyond
Chemical products require labels that withstand exposure to solvents, acids, and harsh substances. Learn about GHS-compliant, chemical-resistant label options.
Oil-Resistant Labels for Industrial and Food Products
Oil and grease destroy standard paper labels. Learn which materials and finishes resist oil exposure and keep your labels looking…
Labels for Outdoor Use: UV Resistance, Weatherproofing, and What to Expect
Outdoor labels face sun, rain, heat, and cold. Learn how to choose materials and finishes that hold up to the…
Freezer Labels That Actually Stay On: Material and Adhesive Tips
Standard labels often fail in freezer conditions. Learn why, and how to choose the right material and adhesive for labels…
Waterproof Labels: What Makes a Label Truly Waterproof?
Not all labels that claim to be waterproof actually are. Learn what makes a label truly waterproof — material, adhesive,…
Industry Guides
View all 9 articles →Labeling Cleaning Products and Detergents: GHS, EPA, and What's Required
Cleaning products and detergents face labeling requirements from the EPA, CPSC, and GHS. Learn what's required and how to design…
Honey Label Rules: Grade Markings, Net Weight, and Country of Origin
Honey labels must meet FDA and USDA requirements for identification, weight, and origin. Learn what's legally required on your honey…
Cosmetics Labeling 101: FDA Requirements for Bath and Beauty Products
FDA regulates cosmetic product labels. Learn what's required — identity, net contents, ingredients, warnings — and how to design compliant…
Supplement Label Requirements: Supplement Facts Panel, Claims, and FDA Rules
Supplement labels follow different FDA rules than food labels. Learn about the Supplement Facts panel, permitted claims, and common compliance…
Hot Sauce Label Design: How Small Brands Build Cult Followings
The hot sauce market rewards bold, personality-driven label design. Learn how small brands use label art, humor, and shelf impact…
CBD and Cannabis Label Compliance: A State-by-State Overview
Cannabis and CBD labeling rules vary dramatically by state. Learn the common requirements, frequent compliance mistakes, and how to plan…
Label Shapes & Application
Tube Labels and Tube Stickers: The Complete Guide to Labeling Squeeze Tubes
Squeeze tubes present unique labeling challenges. Learn how to size, design, and apply labels for tubes used in cosmetics, food,…
How to Measure Your Container for the Perfect Label Size
Getting the right label size starts with measuring your container correctly. Here's a step-by-step guide to measuring bottles, jars, boxes,…
Circle vs. Square vs. Rectangle: How Label Shape Affects Shelf Presence
Your label shape influences how consumers perceive your brand. Learn how circles, squares, rectangles, and ovals create different impressions on…
Custom Die-Cut Labels: What They Are, What They Cost, and When You Need One
Custom die-cut labels let you create any shape imaginable. Learn what a die is, what the costs involve, and when…
Materials & Finishes
View all 10 articles →Removable Labels: Best Uses and What to Know Before You Order
Removable adhesive labels peel off cleanly without residue. Learn when removable labels make sense, what their limitations are, and how…
Eco-Friendly Label Materials: What "Sustainable" Actually Means in Label Printing
Eco-friendly labels are in demand, but what does "sustainable" actually mean for pressure-sensitive labels? Learn about recycled, compostable, and responsibly…
Gold and Silver Foil Labels: When Paper Foil Is the Right Choice
Gold and silver foil paper labels deliver a classic, luxurious look. Learn how foil paper differs from metallic film, what…
Metallic Film Labels: Adding Premium Shelf Appeal Without Foil Stamping
Metallic BOPP film labels deliver a shimmering, premium look at a fraction of the cost of traditional foil stamping. Learn…
Brown Kraft Labels: Creating an Authentic, Artisan Look for Your Brand
Brown kraft labels bring a natural, handmade aesthetic to your product packaging. Learn when kraft is the right choice and…
Clear Labels: How to Get the "No Label" Look on Your Product Packaging
Clear labels create a sleek, modern "no-label" look where only your design is visible. Learn how clear BOPP labels work,…
Process & How-To
What Happens After You Place a Label Order? The Production Process Explained
Wondering what happens between placing your label order and receiving your labels? Here's a step-by-step look at the production process.
Unwind Direction: What It Is and Why Your Label Applicator Needs the Right One
Unwind direction determines how labels feed off the roll. Choose the wrong one and your applicator won't work. Here's how…
Roll Labels vs. Sheet Labels vs. Cut-to-Size: Which Format Do You Need?
Labels come in rolls, sheets, or individually cut. Learn which format is right for your production setup, volume, and application…
Application Methods Explained: Hand-Apply, Semi-Automatic, and Automatic Labeling
How you apply your labels affects your ordering specs. Learn the differences between hand application, semi-automatic, and fully automatic label…
Understanding Label Proofs: What to Check Before You Approve
Your proof is the last checkpoint before printing. Here's a checklist of what to review on your label proof to…
Trends & Inspiration
The "No-Label" Look: Why Transparent Labels Are Dominating Packaging Design
The "no-label" look — using clear labels so only the design is visible — is one of the hottest trends…
QR Codes on Product Labels: What to Link To and How to Get It Right
QR codes on labels are only useful if they link to something valuable. Learn what to connect your QR code…
2026 Label Design Trends: Texture, Typography, and the Return of Maximalism
Minimalism is making room for bolder, more tactile label designs. Explore the label design trends shaping product packaging in 2026.