Kraft Paper Labels

What Are Kraft Paper Labels Used For? 

Kraft Paper Labels are ideal for eco-friendly and rustic product packaging. Their earthy brown color and textured surface add a warm, natural look, making them perfect for handmade and organic products.

Are Kraft Paper Labels Eco-Friendly? 

Yes! Our Kraft paper labels are made from recycled materials, sending a strong eco-friendly message while reducing environmental impact.

Can You Write on Kraft Paper Labels? 

Yes! Kraft Paper Labels have a writable surface, making them perfect for handwritten customization with permanent markers.

Are Kraft Paper Labels Waterproof?

No, Kraft Paper Labels are not waterproof. They are best suited for indoor use and should be kept dry.

What File Types Should I Use for My Kraft Paper Label Artwork?

• Resolution: 300 dpi or higher
• Color Mode: CMYK for accurate color printing
• File Formats: AI, PSD, PNG, SVG, TIFF, PDF, or EPS (with transparent backgrounds)
• Preferred Art Types: Vector or high-resolution raster files

What Are the Minimum and Maximum Sizes for Kraft Paper Labels?

• Smallest size: 0.5" x 0.5" (with a 1/8" safety margin)
• Largest size: 11" x 14"
• Safety Margin: 1/8" on sizes under 1" and 1/16" on sizes above 1"

Do Kraft Paper Labels Have Rounded Corners?

Yes! Our laser-cutting process produces rounded corners, which help prevent peeling. The standard corner radius is 1/8" (0.125"), and tighter corners (1/25", 0.04") can be requested during checkout.

Can Kraft Paper Labels Be Used for Full-Wrap Applications? 

Yes! For full-wrap applications, add 1/4" overlap to your design to ensure proper adhesion around curved surfaces

How Do Colors Print on Kraft Paper Labels? 

The natural brown color of Kraft paper affects color vibrancy. Even with white ink backing, colors may appear slightly muted. For color-critical designs, consider a proof.

Can I Use Kraft Paper Labels With Label Applicators? 

Yes! Kraft Paper Labels come on rolls compatible with label applicators. We offer four rewind positions (top first, bottom first, right-side first, or left-side first). Choose your rewind direction according to your applicator’s specifications.

How Do I Order Custom Kraft Paper Labels from StickerGiant? 

Ordering custom Kraft Paper Labels from StickerGiant is simple:

1. Customize: Select your shape, size, and quantity.
2. Upload: Submit your design (AI, EPS, PDF, PNG, PSD, SVG, TIF, TIFF, JPEG, JPG) or upload it later.
3. Add Instructions: Include special requests in the "Special Instructions" section.
4. Check Promotions: Sign up for our mailing list for 20% off your first order.
5. Place Your Order: Complete your checkout and track your order by creating an account.
6. Review & Approve: Approve your digital proof to start production

Make sure your files are set up for success!

For the best possible product, we recommend the following for your art files:

• 300 dpi resolution or higher for printing
• Ensure your file’s color space is set to CMYK (otherwise colors may appear off)
• Upload any of these file formats with a transparent background: AI, PSD, PNG, SVG, TIFF, PDF, or EPS
• Vector or high-resolution raster art files are preferred for best results
• There are some size limitations with our labels – our largest size is 11”x14”.
• We require a ⅛” safety margin on sizes under 1”, but can do 1/16” on sizes above that size, surrounding your entire label so please keep that in mind when setting up your design.
• If you are looking to wrap your labels all the way around something (like a small tube or curved jar, etc) we recommend making the size about ¼” larger so that you can overlap the label.
• There may be specific requirements in your industry for labels! Please make sure you check those to ensure your labels are set up accordingly and include all necessary information.

Cutting Corners (Literally—We never cut corners figuratively):

• Laser cutting also means rounded corners, which has the added benefit of preventing peeling once your labels are applied. Depending on your designs, we are able to cut tighter corners in many cases.
• To cut tight corners for your Kraft Paper Labels, let us know in the Additional Comments box in your cart.
• Our design team will let you know if we can cut tight corners with your designs
• Our typical corner radius is 1/8" (0.125"). Our tight corner radius will be 1/25" (0.04").

Need art help?

For detailed instructions on setting up artwork for stickers and labels, please refer to our "How to Set Up Artwork" article. 

We offer graphic art support! Our design team is here to help ensure your files are set up for perfect printing. We can even make easy corrections if needed – the simpler the art, the more we can help.

Having an identity crisis? Put a label on it! You can use Kraft Paper Labels for SO MANY things:

• Any label needing a more natural look
• Homemade products like jellies and canned goods
• Organic products
• Anything eco-friendly!
• Tamper-evident labels on body care or organic food products—they tear!
• Blank flavor labels (because you can write on them with permanent marker!)
• Custom return address labels
• Unique gift tag labels
• Gussy up generic retail bags

Our Kraft Paper Labels are best used indoors and kept dry as they are not waterproof.

Need one label for all the flavors? Kraft Paper Labels are great for this! These labels have a writable surface so you can add unique information or product details about flavor, quantity, or color. Permanent markers work best—just remember to leave some blank space in your design.

For best results:

• Apply labels to clean, flat surfaces.
• For indoor use only
• Surface is writable! Use a permanent marker to add additional details
• Go ahead and stick it!

Just Don’t: 

• Kraft Paper Labels are not outdoor durable. But our sticker options are!
• Labels cannot be perforated. If you need your rolls to have perforations between the labels, you will need to order our sticker product.
• You are not able to print on these labels (like running them through an inkjet printer)
• Don’t do anything your mom wouldn’t appreciate, but that’s just generally good advice.

When it comes to ordering custom stickers, one of the most important decisions you can make is figuring out the best size to get. Choose a size that is too small, and your design may get lost in the shuffle. Get a size that is too large, and it may fail to impress your fans or potential customers.

Here are a few size comparisons to things we see all the time.

A quarter is about an inch in diameter, and this size works great for supporting branding labels, or small easy to hand out stickers. 

An Oreo cookie is about 2 inches in diameter for a size that allows for an easy to see logo or visible designs, in a size that will still be easily seen if applied to the back of a phone or laptop.

Standard business cards are usually 2x3 inches, and ovals and rectangles in this size are popular options for custom stickers. This size is easy to share with your fans at events to get your logo out in the world.