Tied Bottle Neck Tags printed with a custom design

Custom Tied Bottle Neck Tags for Jars and Gift Bottles

From $0.30 per unit. Your exact price comes with the quote.

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Quick answer

What are tied bottle neck tags?

Tied bottle neck tags are small flat tags that hang from a ribbon, string or elastic tied around the neck. They need no neck hole, so one tag fits bottles and jars of almost any size.

Prices start from $0.30 per unit. You get a free digital proof, production takes 4–6 business days after approval, and shipping is free to the US, UK, Canada and Australia.

Key facts

One tag fits many necks
Ribbon, string or elastic
Name and note space
Free proof and shipping
From $0.30 per unit, quoted to your size
Production 4–6 business days after proof approval

Data sheet

Tied Bottle Neck Tags · 18 specifications

Tag type: Flat tag with one punched hole, no neck opening
Tie options: Satin ribbon, cotton or jute string, elastic loop
Stock: 14 pt, 16 pt, 18 pt or 24 pt cardstock, kraft, textured, recycled-content
Printing: One or both sides, CMYK, Pantone, white ink on kraft
Finishes: Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, spot UV, foil
Hole: Plain punch or metal grommet
Shapes: Rectangle, rounded corner, circle or custom die cut
Pricing: From $0.30 per unit, confirmed in your quote
Price: From $0.30 per unit, confirmed in your quote
Size: Cut to the size you give us
White ink: Prints on kraft and dark stock
Edge painting: Available on thick double-layer tags
Artwork: AI, PDF, SVG, PNG or JPG, free design help
Proof: Free digital proof, unlimited revisions
Production: 4–6 business days after proof approval
Transit: 2–3 business days
Shipping: Free to the US, UK, Canada and Australia
Misprints: Reported within 10 days: reprint or refund

How a tied neck tag differs from a necker

A necker has a large die-cut opening that slips over the bottle. A tied neck tag has only a small punched hole, and the tie does all the holding.

That means the tag size has nothing to do with the bottle size. The same 2 in tag can hang from a slim syrup bottle or a wide jam jar.

The tag dangles below the tie, resting against the shoulder of the bottle. It moves a little, which draws the eye on a shelf.

For mixed product ranges, this is the simplest option. You print one design and change only the ribbon or string length.

Tied tags also leave the cap and neck clear for a shrink band or wax seal. The tie simply sits below it.

Who uses tied tags on bottles and jars

Tied tags are common on gifts and small-batch food. They feel personal, and they leave the main label fully visible.

If you want a necker that grips the bottle more firmly, our string tied bottle neckers combine a neck hole with a tie.

Tied tags also suit people who reuse their bottles. The tag can come off with a snip of the ribbon, leaving no glue or residue behind.

Honey producers tagging jars at the lid
Jam and preserve makers selling at markets
Infused oil bottles wrapped for gifting
Wedding and event favors with a guest name
Bath salts, body oils and diffuser bottles
Holiday hampers with a gift message tag

Ribbon, string or elastic

The tie decides both the look and the speed of assembly. Satin ribbon feels like a gift, string feels homemade, and elastic is the fastest to apply.

Pick the tie first, then design the tag to suit it. Our page on different ways to attach tags shows each tie in use.

Match the ribbon width to the punched hole. A narrow satin ribbon threads easily, while a wide one needs a larger hole or a grommet.

Tie	Look	Assembly speed	Good for
Satin ribbon	Polished, gift-like	Slow, needs a bow	Favors, holiday gifts, bath products
Cotton string	Neat and simple	Medium, a quick knot	Syrups, oils, everyday gifts
Jute string	Rustic and natural	Medium, a quick knot	Honey, preserves, farm goods
Elastic loop	Clean and minimal	Fast, no knot	High-volume runs and odd-shaped jars

Choosing a tag size that sits right

A tied tag hangs against the shoulder of the bottle. If it is too long, it covers the front label. If it is too small, it looks lost.

On small jars and favor bottles, a tag around 1.5 to 2 in tall usually looks balanced. On tall oil or syrup bottles, 2.5 to 3 in has more presence.

Hold a paper mockup on a tie against the real container. Our small hang tags for favors cover the tiniest sizes.

Also think about the tie length. A longer tie lets the tag hang lower, so the same tag can sit higher on one bottle and lower on another.

Writing names and messages on the tag

Many tied tags carry a handwritten detail. That might be a guest name, a batch number, a flavor or a best-before date.

Leave a lined space on the back and choose uncoated or matte stock there. Gloss and soft-touch film resist most pens.

Print the fixed details, such as your logo and website, and leave only the changing details to write by hand.

For event favors, a printed date and a blank name line make one design work for every guest at the table.

Test your pen on a spare tag before writing a full batch. Fine permanent markers dry fast and do not smudge when the tag swings against the glass.

Designing a small tag that reads well

Space on a neck tag is tight, so pick one main message. A logo plus a flavor or a short phrase is usually enough on the front.

Use bold, simple type and avoid fine script below 8 pt. Kraft board with white ink works well for jars with a homemade feel.

For guidance on what to keep and what to cut, read what to print on a small tag before you send artwork.

Use the back for the longer story. A two-line note about where the honey came from or how to use the oil gives the buyer a reason to keep the tag.

Stock and finish for kitchen and gift use

Tied tags do not carry the weight of a necker, so lighter stock works. 14 pt or 16 pt feels natural on jars and favors.

Choose 18 pt or 24 pt for premium gift bottles where you want a firmer feel in the hand. Foil and spot UV both work on small tags.

If jars come out of a fridge, laminated stock copes with condensation better than bare uncoated board.

Recycled-content stock suits makers who sell in reused or refillable jars. It keeps the whole package consistent with the message on your label.

Ordering tied bottle neck tags

You do not need bottle measurements for this style. Just send your logo, tag size and tie choice to request a quote for neck tags.

Mention if you want the tie pre-attached. We can thread cotton or jute string so each tag is ready to wrap around a neck.

Pick a tag shape and size, a ribbon, string or elastic tie, and a count.
We quote for your stock, finish and tie.
Our designers prepare a proof of both sides.
Request edits until the tag looks right.
With the proof signed off, your neck tags go to press for 4 to 6 business days.
The carton then reaches you at no shipping cost within 2 to 3 business days.

Common mistakes with tied neck tags

Small tags show small mistakes clearly. Watch for these on your proof.

Our designers check each point on your proof. If the hole is too small for your ribbon, we flag it before printing.

Tag hanging so low it covers the front label
Ribbon too thick for the punched hole
Thin script text that blurs at a small size
Write-on space placed under a gloss finish
Hole placed off-center so the tag twists sideways

Tying tags quickly for markets and events

Pre-cut your ribbon or string to one length before you start. A simple card template helps keep every piece the same.

Thread the tag, wrap the neck, and tie a bow or knot at the back so the tag hangs to the front. Pre-attached string saves the threading step.

Elastic loops are the fastest route for large batches. They stretch over the cap and need no tying at all.

For wedding favors, set up a small assembly line with friends. One person threads, one ties and one writes names, and a hundred bottles go quickly.

Shipping and print guarantee

We ship your tags free to the US, UK, Canada and Australia, packed flat with any pre-attached strings bundled.

If a tag is misprinted or damaged on arrival, tell us within 10 days. The steps are set out in our reprint and refund policy.

Planning tags for a wedding or holiday market? Count back from the date. Leave time for proofing, 4 to 6 business days of printing and 2 to 3 days of transit.

Questions

Tied Bottle Neck Tags: questions and answers

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It is a small flat tag that hangs from a ribbon, string or elastic tied around the neck. It has no neck opening, only a punched hole for the tie.

A necker has a large die-cut hole that slips over the bottle. A tied tag hangs from a tie, so one size fits many bottles.

Not for the tag itself. You only need the neck size to cut the ribbon or string to length.

Jute string suits the natural look of honey and preserves. Satin ribbon works if the jar is sold as a gift.

Yes. Choose uncoated or matte stock for the write-on side, as most pens skip on gloss or soft-touch.

Around 1.5 to 2 in tall usually looks balanced. Test with a paper mockup before ordering.

Yes, elastic loops stretch over the cap with no knot. They are the fastest option for big batches.

Yes, both work well on small tags. Keep the effect on the logo or one short word.

Pricing starts from $0.30 per unit. Tag size, stock, finish, tie and quantity decide the confirmed price.

Once you sign off the proof, we need 4 to 6 business days to print your neck tags. Transit adds 2 to 3 business days, free of charge.

Yes, that is the main advantage of a tied tag. Only the tie length changes between bottles.

Our print promise covers misprinted and damaged neck tags reported within 10 days. Tell us how many are affected and we fix it with a reprint or a refund.

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