How to Choose the Correct Label Size

Finding the right label measurements for your products or project isn't as hard as you think. Whether you're trying to measure the circumference of a water bottle or you're measuring labels to put on party favors or you're trying to decide how large of a beer label you need, we've put together three label measuring options to help you.

Option 1: Free Printable Ruler What You Need - The item to label, blank paper and scissors

Use this free printable ruler to easily measure the space where your label will be applied.

Free Printable Ruler
Download Printable Ruler


Option 2: Printable Label Shapes & Sizes What You Need - The item to label, blank paper and scissors

Print these popular label shapes to help you measure the perfect label size and shape for your products.

Download Printable Arched Shape
Download Arched
Download Printable Arched Shape
Download Oval
Download Printable Arched Shape
Download Rectangle
Download Printable Arched Shape
Download Round
Download Printable Arched Shape
Download Square


Option 3: Wrap & Cut Method What You Need - The item to label, a pen or pencil, blank paper, a ruler and scissors

You'll need the item to label, a pen or pencil, blank or graph paper, a ruler and scissors.

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Wrap the paper around your product and mark where you want the label's edges to be.

Using the paper, wrap your product and mark where you want the label's edges to be.
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Use the scissors to cut the paper along where you marked the label's edges.

Use the scissors to cut the paper along the lines where you marked the label's edges.
3

Wrap your cut paper around your product and mark and trim the paper until you get the exact fit.

Wrap your cut paper around your product again and mark and trim the paper until you get the exact fit.
4

Lay your paper on a flat surface to measure your final label size.

Lay your paper on a flat surface and measure your final label size.
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Once you've determined the size labels you need, you can order them directly from Avery, all online. If you need a unique size or shape, contact our Consumer Care Center to help you with your request.

 

Please note: Tapered containers may need custom labels with a slight curve for proper application.

For help with labeling measurements or finding what is the correct label for your product, please call our U.S.-based Consumer Care Center at (800) 942-8379 or email at solutions@avery.com.




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