Using Labels on Handmade Goods: 5 Ways to Elevate Your Craft to Professional Status

A handcrafted product carries intrinsic value. However, to convey this value to your customer, the product alone isn't enough. Presentation, detailing, and labeling transform craftsmanship into a professional brand. In this article, we share 5 essential labeling methods that will make any handmade item—from soaps and macramé to amigurumi and knitted baby goods—look more professional and more trustworthy.

 

Choose the Right Label Material for Your Product

Selecting a label type that matches the spirit of your handmade item creates an impression that is both authentic and refined. Cotton and Kraft labels are among the most compatible materials for artisanal goods. Satin labels may look elegant for smoother items, while leather tags offer a chic look for rustic or vintage-style products. For small knitted items, folded labels are highly functional—they take up little space but say a lot.

 

Design the Label as Part of the Product

The label should not look like an "afterthought" but rather like it was designed with the product. Small, folded cotton labels sewn onto the foot or back of amigurumi toys are both aesthetic and functional. For macramé, a string-tied Kraft tag works well; for natural soaps, a simple logo print attached directly to the packaging is effective. The label should be a completing detail—noticed but not intrusive.

 

Emphasize Your Handmade Message

Your customer may already know your product is handmade, but this information should be conveyed professionally. You can add a small phrase on the label:

"100% Handcrafted"

"Handmade in Türkiye"

"Made with love"

Additionally, small thank-you cards or mini tags with care tips help establish a bond with the customer.

 

Integrate the Label with Packaging to Boost Presentation

For handcrafted goods like soaps, candles, and textiles, the packaging + label combination is highly effective. You can present the label by tying it onto the packaging with a piece of twine or affixing it with small clips. This is both budget-friendly and supports the feeling of "careful craftsmanship."

 

Don't Compromise on Quality for Small Quantities

Just because you only produced 30 soaps doesn't mean you have to use low-quality labels. There are now manufacturers who offer low-volume, MOQ-free label production. This is where Labelish steps in:

Production available for as few as 20–30 pieces.

Materials tailored for boutique producers, like cotton, Kraft, leather, and folded tags.

Technical support and fast delivery.

Do justice to your craftsmanship; present it professionally with the right label.