A hang tag can have generous text margins and still lose a word when the hole is punched. The attachment occupies a second piece of space: the cord, knot or fitting can cover artwork beyond the hole itself. Treat both as part of the layout before choosing where to place the logo. A correctly positioned tag should also settle into a readable position on the finished package.
01
Choose the attachment before placing the artwork
Write down the tag shape, stock reference, hole option and attachment method. Avery lists different hole diameters for different WePrint tag shapes, so the same-size circle should not be assumed across a mixed order. Ask the selected printer which drawing applies to your exact tag and finishing option.
Collect the actual cord or fitting, including any end pieces that must pass through the opening. For an illustrative soap gift, compare a thin cotton loop with a wider ribbon on the same blank tag. Record whether the attachment threads easily, lies flat and leaves enough material around the hole. These observations guide a supplier discussion; they do not establish a universal strength specification.
02
Reserve a working area on both faces
Build the design around the approved hole position. Keep essential wording out of the hole and out of the space the knot occupies when pulled into its normal position. The ordinary trim safe area is still needed, but it does not automatically account for the attachment inside the card.
Print the front and back on plain paper, align them as the printer requests and pierce the marked location in the disposable model. Fold or flip it as a customer would. A rear web address can sit safely away from the outer edge yet land behind the same knot that looked harmless on the front.
| Area | What to check |
|---|---|
| Hole | Exact supplier position and diameter |
| Attachment envelope | Knot, ribbon and movement clearance |
| Trim edge | Printer’s safe area and cutting tolerance |
03
Check how the loaded tag hangs
Attach a sample to a representative filled package without forcing it into a favorable angle. View the front, lift the product and set it down again. If the tag turns sideways, compare a different attachment point or artwork orientation before shrinking the product name to fit a compromised layout.
Photograph the relaxed position beside a ruler and note the cord length used. A short loop may hold the card near the neck; a longer loop may let it rest against another panel. Keep decorative attachments away from the normal opening route and do not rely on the tag to restrain a lid or closure.
04
Approve the punched result, then preserve the specification
Request a sample with the chosen stock, finishing and punch whenever the attachment is critical to presentation. Compare its front and back with the artwork file. Check for covered letters, awkward flips and interference with adjacent packs. Ask the printer to resolve tearing or hole-position concerns before ordering the full quantity.
Save the approved tag drawing, fastener reference and attachment photograph together. Recheck them when changing stock or cord, even if the visible design remains the same. Editable Canva layouts can help coordinate the tag with your packaging labels; confirm available formats and dimensions rather than assuming a purchased layout includes a punched card or cord.
BEFORE YOUR NEXT STEP
Your practical checklist
- Confirm the supplier’s exact hole option.
- Test the actual fastener on the sample.
- Reserve attachment space on front and back.
- Record the relaxed hanging position.
Questions & answers
Is there one standard hole size for every hang tag?+
No. Hole options vary with the supplier and tag format. Use the drawing for the product you intend to order and check the fastener against it.
Should the hole always be centered?+
The position should suit the approved tag construction and attachment. A centered hole can still produce an awkward hanging angle on a particular package; proof the assembled result.
Sources & further reading
Official references for the technical points in this guide. Check current specifications before production.
