Mason Jar Labels: uses, sizes and printing tips
Round 2½ inch labels with a name line and a date line — they sit on top of wide-mouth mason jar lids or on the front of any jar. Label canning, jams, pantry staples, spice jars and homemade gifts.
How to print it
- Choose the label sheet layout — the page size (Letter or A4) follows the sheet you pick.
- Choose what goes on each label (address lines, a “From:” line, a title band, or nothing) and whether to show the label outlines.
- Print one test page on plain paper and hold it against your label sheet in front of a window to check the alignment.
- Load the label sheet and print at 100% (Actual size) with headers and footers off. Hide the outlines when printing on real labels.
Tips
- Write the canning date on every jar so the oldest gets used first.
- Write on the labels by hand, or print the page as a PDF and type on it in a PDF editor before printing.
- If the print drifts a little, check that the printer is not set to “Fit to page” or “Borderless”.
FAQ
Do they fit regular-mouth lids?
The flat top of a regular-mouth lid is only about 2⅜ in across, so a 2½ in label overlaps the band slightly — stick it on the lid before screwing the band on, or on the jar front. Wide-mouth lids (about 3 in) fit with a border.
Can I use them in the freezer?
Paper labels work in the freezer if they are on a dry surface; for freezer jars use freezer-safe label paper.
Will it line up with my label sheets?
The layout follows the common sizes and spacing for each label count and is centered on the page. Printers differ slightly, so always print a plain-paper test first.
Is it free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up and no download. Change the settings, print it or save it as a PDF, and bookmark the address — your settings are stored in the link.
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