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Thank you Candlebee. I'll look into it. I recently began this research regarding labels

 

As for the term "semi-complex", I want my candles to look as professional as the candles at retail stores and not something that looks like they came out of my garage.

. So far I've only played with onlinelabels' Maestro so far.

"So far I've only played with onlinelabels' Maestro so far" was meant to be in a different post. Sorry.

I use Avery's DesignPro. Its a label design program you can download from Avery for free. Makes wonderful labels. I've been using it for years and my labels look professionally made. I know because I ordered labels before and like mine much better.

Thank you Candlebee. I'll look into it. I recently began this research regarding labels

Thanks for the input OldGlory. I am willing to learn how to use Print Shop. I would prefer to design and print labels myself because eventually I will have many different labels due to multiple sizes and a large variety of scents. Also, I'd like to be as self sufficient as possible. Is there a specific version that you use and like? Do you know if I can download that software for free? And I need to design my company logo. Is that something I can do using Print Shop? I really appreciate your help. 

As for the term "semi-complex", I want my candles to look as professional as the candles at retail stores and not something that looks like they came out of my garage.

. So far I've only played with onlinelabels' Maestro so far.

Hi! Welcome to Craft Server. 

Labels are pretty important, so 'expensive' is relative. I know people who use Zazzle exclusively and buy when there's a 50% off sale whenever possible. I have 3 different graphics programs on my desktop computer (usually use Print Shop) and have been making my own labels for years - and making labels for my wholesale clients who want a private label. I'm sure there are quick and easy DIY options thru a variety of label manufacturers too. So it really depends on how much work you are willing to do and what your aptitude is for something like this. I can tell you that there is a steep learning curve for buying your own program and doing it all from home. You will probably go thru a couple of print cartridges and several dozen pages of label paper before you get something you want to use.

I am not sure what you mean by 'semi-complex' labels, so I can't say who might offer the template you are looking for. If my product was ready to go I think I'd bite the bullet and get something really nice from Zazzle.

Thanks for the input OldGlory. I am willing to learn how to use Print Shop. I would prefer to design and print labels myself because eventually I will have many different labels due to multiple sizes and a large variety of scents. Also, I'd like to be as self sufficient as possible. Is there a specific version that you use and like? Do you know if I can download that software for free? And I need to design my company logo. Is that something I can do using Print Shop? I really appreciate your help. 

I would like to design and print my own candle labels from home. I understand the importance of a quality label for selling purposes. Questions are...

Where can I get label templates for semi-complex labels? Are people just using Microsoft word label templates? Is this "Maestro" I read about the way to go? Or is it worth it to use a company like Zazzle, which seems expensive? Any suggestions would be much appreciated. I'm obviously new to this.