Printing labels on plain paper

No need to buy label sheets: a plain A4 sheet will do. Joli bocal prints a fine grey line around each label to guide your scissors. Here's how.

1. Print. Download the PDF and print it on an inkjet or laser printer at “actual size” or “100%” (never “fit to page”). Paper of 90–120 gsm looks best.
2. Cut out. Follow the grey line with scissors, or a craft knife and ruler for rectangles. For round labels, a circle punch gives a perfect edge.
3. Punch if needed. For a hang tag, punch the marked circle with a hole punch or the tip of a pencil, and thread string or ribbon through it.
4. Glue or tie. Use a glue stick or diluted white glue: the label washes off and the jar can be reused. Or tie the label around the neck.

Tips for a beautiful result

• Kraft, cream or laid paper adds lots of character; choose the “None” background to keep the paper colour.
• With an inkjet printer, let the ink dry for a few minutes before cutting.
• Tip: print on a full-page A4 adhesive sheet and cut it out to get stickers in the shape of your choice.

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