Labelling jars around your home can be a great way to stay organised. Whether you’re using jars to store food or bits and bobs, labels can help you know exactly what’s in each jar and when food is likely to go off.

Discover how to make your own labels for jars with Adobe Express. We’ll also cover some top tips on how to make your homemade jar labels stand out. Read on to learn more.

What should you include when labelling jars?

There can be a few things to think about when labelling jars. For example:

• The jar contents. What does the jar contain? This could be jam or marmalade or a homemade sauce. Perhaps your jar contains crafting supplies or decorative elements instead.
• When food was put in there. If your jar does contain food, you may want to make a note of when the food was put in there. This can help you gain a better idea as to how long the food is good for.
• When food needs to be used by. The use by date is super important when it comes to labelling jars that contain food, drink or any other edible contents. This helps ensure it’s still safe to be consumed.
• A personalised message (if gifting). Jars containing homemade goods can be a perfect gift for your loved ones. Make your jars extra special by adding a personalised message and the person’s name.
• Product information. If you’re selling jarred food at a local market, make sure to add a label that lists out all the key ingredients / product information. This helps to make sure your products don’t contain any hidden ingredients that people may be allergic to or cannot eat.

How to make homemade jar labels stand out.

Whether you’re gifting jars to loved ones, selling them as a side-hustle, or proudly displaying them in your home, here are some top tips to help make your homemade jar labels stand out:

• Consider your colour scheme. The colour scheme of your labels is just as important as what’s in them. Choose a colour scheme that compliments the contents of your jar. For example, if your jar contains strawberry jam, consider colours that work nicely with red such as white or pink. This can help your products look more attractive to consumers.
• Think about your fonts. Big eye-catching fonts can help capture the attention of your audience more easily. You may also want to experiment with different fonts and text effects to find something that suits your brand image.
• Add images and graphics. Adding images to your labels can help easily identify what’s in the jar. This can be a great idea if you’re using non-transparent jars where the contents cannot be visible from the outside.
• Include separate labels. If you’re selling your jars you may want to create separate labels. For example, you could create separate labels for ingredients and your business information.

How to make your own labels for jars – step by step.

Ready to make your own labels for jars? Get started with our simple step by step guide below:

1. Find a template or make your own.

Use a pre-made label template to design your homemade jar labels or create your own from scratch. The choice is yours.

2. Add images, photos and designs.

Customise your labels by adding in photos, icons, brand imagery or other design features. Add in your own photos for a personal touch – especially if you’re sending it as a gift – or gather images from a stock library.

3. Fill out your label.

Include all the key details required for your jar. This might just be the name of a herb for your DIY spice rack, or you might need to add extra details – such as ingredients and use by dates.

4. Choose different fonts, colours and logos.

Make your labels on brand by using fonts, colours and logos to match your brand image. You could also play around with different colours to create a design to match the aesthetic of your home.

5. Print out the label and stick it on your jars.

Once you’re happy with your design, just print out your label and stick it to your jars. It’s as easy as that.

Free jar label template ideas and examples.

How can Adobe Express help with custom labels?

Adobe Express can help you make custom labels with ease. Here are just a couple of ways Adobe Express can help:

1. Use our custom label creator.

Create a custom label in minutes with the Adobe Express label maker. It’s completely free to use. Choose from a wide range of templates to get started or create your own design from scratch.

2. Branch out with wine bottle labels.

Looking for a unique gifting idea? Adobe Express makes it easy to create custom wine bottle labels alongside labels for jars. Simply follow the steps to customise your wine bottle label and get ready to print.

3. Personalise your own beer labels.

Not a fan of wine? Why not try make some stand-out beer labels instead? You can pick the pattern, image and icons – or even add your own beer brand name. It’s a fun way to personalise a few bottles for a friend.

4. Get creative with text effects for your DIY labels.

Creative text can help your labels stand out – especially if you’re planning to sell them. Create fun and eye-catching text for your labels with the AI text effect generator.

5. Make custom labels for clothing.

Venturing beyond food and drink labels? You can still use Adobe Express to customise packaging on other types of products. Try your hand at creating custom labels for clothing. Select your design from the templates available, then add your own brand assets to bring it to life.

Generate your own label templates with AI tools from Adobe Express.

Easily generate your own label templates with the Adobe Express AI template generator. Just describe what you want to create in the text box, then tweak the template to your preference. You can also generate editable custom templates for your social media posts and flyers, perfect if you want to advertise your jars.

To get started, sign into your Adobe account or create a free account today. Enter your prompt, generate your template and customise to your liking. Once you’re happy, download your template or share anywhere.

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Good to know.

Is it cheaper to make your own labels?

You can create your own custom labels for free with the Adobe Express label maker. Just search for a template to get started or create your own label. Of course, you’ll also need to think about the cost of printing, especially if you decide to bulk print labels.

Can you print labels with a regular printer?

It usually depends on the printer. Some models will have the required capabilities to print a high-quality label or sticker, while others may not. You’ll also need to factor in the material you want your labels to be.

Is Adobe Express free?

Yes, our free plan offers many core features including thousands of templates, photo editing and effects, animation, and 5 GB of storage. See our pricing page for details and to compare plans.