jennyjo Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Okay, I have finally had it with printing my own labels. Yes, it's cheaper, easier to change products, etc. But, I have a crappy printer and I frustrate easily. I just am not good at designing. So I am going to get some help. Especially since my store opens in 7 weeks and I think I should have a better looking label.My problem comes with my company image. I currently make square mason candles in both sizes and clamshell tarts. These have a kraft hang tag currently, with a prim look. (crow design) I live in a country farming area so these are popular. Then, I also had some customers who wanted a "non-mason" candle to fit the style of their homes. These are good customers. They spend much money on my candles. So I added the status jars. I went a little more contemporary with these, but never really got a great label. This week I got new packaging for my lotions. They are amber with black pumps. I have been looking at ideas and I just can't seem to find a "style" that fits both types of customers and will all go together in the store. I kinda need to know what I want before I find a label designer. Can I do both styles with the same company? And is there a way to make it all look good together? I feel like I am leaning more towards contemporary designs, but I can't get rid of the masons. Help???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jokerjen Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I went with all black print for the most part on my candles, so I use the same logo/general label deign for all of my candles from fancier soy to mason jars.....You can view them on my site.www.heavenlyscentsations.ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I know what you mean jennyjo.....I am going through the same dilemma. It sure would make it easier to have just one style/label. I wish I could help ya, but I am in the same boat and have been pondering this for at least a year now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sockmonkey Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 In my opinion you can still use kraft labels with the contemporary jars. It creates a more modern "green" look for them, which appeals to many younger folks in the higher income brackets.You can ditch the crows on those labels and replace them with a simple leaf or stripe.If you could post pics of your candles, I think that would really help generate ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennyjo Posted March 26, 2010 Author Share Posted March 26, 2010 I will work on getting you some pictures today. Thanks for the input girls. My only idea so far, is doing a vintage toile design for the lotions and status jars. Still thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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