We offer a free Custom Sticker Maker that will instantly convert your logo into a custom sticker shape. Simply upload your logo, preferably in a vector format or with a 300 dpi resolution, and a print-ready PDF file will be produced for you!
File Setup - Adobe Illustrator
If you are an advanced user and have Adobe Illustrator, create the following layers and save the finished file as a PDF:
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Layer 1: Name this layer "Artwork" - place your finished full color artwork here.
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Layer 2: Name this layer "Kiss Cut" - place kiss cut line here. This is the inner outline of your sticker that takes the shape of your logo / design (after it is peeled off the backing). It should be contained entirely within the through cut line and the layer should also appear before the through cut line.
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Layer 3: Name this "Through Cut Line" - place through cut line here. This is the outer outline of your sticker that indicates how the individual sticker or finished product will be cut. Place this last in the Layers list.
Margins
The through cut line should be offset from the kiss cut line by a minimum of 0.2".
Bleed
Bleed is the artwork that extends past the trim line or finished size of your product. If any element of your artwork is designed to be printed to the edge, it must be extended past the trim line and into the bleed area by a minimum of 0.0625".
The addition of bleed compensates for uncontrollable shifts that occur during the printing and trimming process; and ensures that any content touching the edges does not leave unwanted gaps or borders.
Cut Lines
The stroke of the kiss cut line and through cut line must be a minimum of 0.25pt.
Fine Detail
The finest detail we recommend is 0.5pt line-weight; however, please note that light colors or lines that are not solid (such as dotted lines) should be made thicker.
Color
Artwork can be supplied in CMYK or RGB.
Image Resolution
All images should be 300 PPI or higher (at 100%).
See: Image Quality