The Real Truth About Swing Tags (And Why Yours Might Be Letting You Down)

Sarah makes gorgeous handmade candles – perfect scents, beautiful jars, elegant packaging. Then she attaches a flimsy, poorly printed tag that makes them look cheap.

Here’s the truth: your Swing tag is the first impression of your product. A bad tag makes even premium items seem low-quality.

At Elixir Print, we fix this daily. No jargon – just simple solutions for tags that:

  • Match your product’s quality

  • Enhance your brand

  • Help sell more

Your products deserve better. Let’s make tags that do them justice.

Why Your Tag Matters More Than You Think

Think about the last time you bought something nice. Chances are:

The tag felt substantial in your hands

The design matched the product’s quality

It told you something interesting about the brand

Now think about the last time you put something back because it looked… underwhelming. Often, the tag is the culprit.

The 3 Types of Tags That Actually Work

After printing thousands of tags, we’ve found these always perform best:

The Storyteller

Shares your brand’s personality
Includes a brief “why we made this”
Example: A coffee brand explaining their direct trade with farmers

The Practical One

Clear care instructions

Material details

Size/measurement info

The Secret Salesman

Limited edition notices

QR codes to your website

Loyalty program info

5 Mistakes That Make Tags Look Cheap

We’ve seen it all:

Paper thinner than a biscuit – Always use at least 300gsm card

Text smaller than your grandma would like – 8pt minimum for main text

Designs busier than a London tube at rush hour – Leave breathing room

Colors that look nothing like the screen – Always get a physical proof

Missing the chance to connect – Your tag should do more than state a price

How We Do Things Differently

Most printers will take your money and send you whatever. We don’t. Here’s why our customers stick with us:

We’ll actually look at your design and suggest improvements (before printing)

We use materials that make your product feel premium

You’ll always speak to a human who understands small businesses

No sneaky minimum orders – start with 100 tags if that’s all you need

The Simple Truth About Pricing

Good tags don’t have to break the bank. A well-designed tag on quality cardstock might cost:

  • 15p each for 100

  • 9p each for 500

  • 5p each for 1000

That’s less than a postage stamp to make your £50 product look worth every penny.

How It Works (Without the Headache)

  1. You send us your idea (even if it’s just scribbles)

  2. We suggest the best materials and finishes

  3. You approve a physical proof

  4. We print them properly (no cutting corners)

  5. They arrive at your door, ready to impress

Total time? Usually 3-5 days. Need them faster? We can do 48 hours when needed.

Questions Real Customers Ask

“But I’m not a designer!”
Neither are most of our customers. We can create tags from scratch based on your ideas.

“What if I only sell online?”
Even more reason to invest – your tag is part of the unboxing experience.

“How do I know which material to choose?”
Tell us about your product and budget – we’ll recommend what actually works.

Let’s Fix Your Tags

Ready to stop letting your tags undermine your hard work?

Email: hello@elixirprint.co.uk
Call: 020 7193 7756
Visit: elixirprint.co.uk

We’re real people who genuinely care about making your products look as good as they are. No bots. No BS. Just quality printing done properly.

Final thought: Your product deserves a tag that does it justice. Don’t you think?

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