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10 Simple and Unique Ideas for Stickers

September 1, 2023 by bottleyourbrand Leave a Comment

Stickers have evolved from being mere embellishments to becoming a powerful form of self-expression, branding, and decoration. Regardless if you are a business, person who loves to craft, pet lover, baker or kid looking to decorate your school supplies we’re going to explore 10 simple and unique ideas for stickers that will ignite your creativity and help you make a statement with custom stickers.

1. Minimalist Icons: Sometimes, less is more. Create a series of minimalist icons that represent your favorite hobbies, interests, or emotions. Minimalist stickers can add a touch of elegance to your laptop, phone case, water bottle, journal or even car.

2. Inspirational Quotes: Turn your favorite motivational quotes, song lyrics, Bible verses or meditations or more into stickers. These can serve as daily reminders of positivity and encouragement. Stick them on your mirror, workspace, phone case, laptop or planner to keep you inspired throughout the day.

inspirational laptop sticker

3. Nature’s Wonders: Capture the beauty of nature by designing stickers featuring intricate leaves, delicate flowers, or adorable animals. These stickers can bring a sense of tranquility to your surroundings.

4. Vintage Vibes: Create stickers with a vintage twist, reminiscent of classic advertisements, retro patterns, or old-school typography. Retro bumper stickers make especially good vintage stickers. Vintage designs can add a touch of nostalgia to your belongings.

retro bumper stickers

5. Geometric Marvels: Design stickers that play with geometric shapes and patterns. These can range from mesmerizing mandalas to captivating tessellations, adding a dose of visual intrigue to any surface.

6 Foodie Fun: If you’re a food lover, why not turn your favorite dishes or ingredients into stickers? From mouthwatering pizzas to adorable avocados, these stickers can bring a dash of culinary delight to your items.

7 Travel Treasures: Commemorate your travel adventures by creating stickers (car stickers are a good idea here) inspired by different cities, landmarks, or cultures. These stickers can be a wonderful way to reminisce about your journeys.

travel or landmark stickers

8 Pet Portraits: Celebrate the furry (or feathered) members of your family by designing stickers that capture their unique personalities. Stick them on your belongings to keep your pets close, even when they’re not physically around. A complementing idea is using a pet portrait and turning it into a canvas wall art.

cute puppy water bottle sticker

9. Whimsical Doodles: Let your imagination run wild with a series of whimsical doodle stickers. Create charming characters, fantastical creatures, or dreamy landscapes that add a touch of magic to your world. Maybe even create some cute kawaii characters or your favorite Pokemon or other anime characters and make them into stickers.

10. Customizable Creations: Design stickers that allow for personalization. Leave a space where individuals can write their names, messages, or dates, making these stickers the perfect addition to gifts, cards, or event decorations.

Getting Your Sticker Ideas Printed

Once you’ve brainstormed your sticker ideas, it’s time to bring them to life. Send them over to us and we’ll get them printed on a high quality sticker material and shipped to your quickly. We’ve got standard sizes of rectangles, squares, circles and ovals but we also have the ability to die cut any sticker shape you want. All of our sticker material is durable and fully waterproof. We specialize in small quantities and know that many of you don’t need a few hundred stickers, you just need one or two and we’ve got you covered. Let us know if you have any questions about sticker ideas or if we can help you get your design printed, we’re happy to help. Happy designing!

Phone Case Stickers – A Simple Guide & A Few Ideas.

April 1, 2023 by bottleyourbrand Leave a Comment

As of late we’ve been getting a lot of you inquiring about stickers for your phone, (we assume for the case) but hey you put stickers directly on your phone if you want to. All the requests got us thinking about phone case stickers and what are they best designs and sizes. So first we did some quick research on the most popular phone cases and who makes them and here is what we discovered:

collage of phone case stickers

The top 5 most popular phone case makers.

Based on their market share and popularity, the most widely purchased and used phone case producers are:

OtterBox: OtterBox is known for their rugged and durable phone cases that provide excellent protection against drops, scratches, and other types of damage.
Speck: Speck is a well-known brand that offers a wide range of phone cases that are both protective and stylish. They are particularly popular among iPhone users, why? We have no idea.
Incipio: Incipio is another popular phone case maker that offers a range of stylish and protective cases for various phone models. Honestly we’d never heard of this brand.
Case-Mate: Case-Mate is a well-known brand that offers a range of fashionable and trendy phone cases that appeal to a wide range of customers.
Spigen: Spigen is a popular brand that offers a range of affordable and durable phone cases that provide excellent protection for virtually any phone model.

Obviously there are other makers and a zillion knock offs of all these makers. Head over to Amazon and type in “phone case” there are a crazy amount of options and tons of funny descriptions written by people that obviously are pretending that English is their first language.

Moving on, what is the standard size of a phone or a phone case? You obviously can’t design or order a phone case sticker without knowing the size of your phone. We found that between Android and iPhone the standard size is between 5.5 to 6.5 inches diagonally. So that said the width is roughly 2.7” to 3.2” making the ideal size for a phone case sticker about 2” to 2.5” by 3” to 4”.

Use this simple info-graphic to determine what phone case sticker size you need.

Ideas for creative uses of stickers on your phone case

Armed with the standard phone size information you now need some inspiration as to what kind of stickers to put on your phone. Here’s seven good ones to get your creative juices flowing.

Express your personality: Choose stickers that represent your interests, hobbies, and personality. For example, if you love music, you can use stickers of your favorite bands or musical instruments. Dogs are also a big one, check out our extensive collection of dog stickers.
Make a collage: Create a collage by layering different stickers on top of each other. You can use stickers of different sizes and shapes to create an interesting visual effect.
Spell out your name: Use letter stickers to spell out your name or initials. You can also use stickers with different fonts and colors to make it more creative.
Create a theme: Choose stickers that match a specific theme, such as flowers, animals, or travel. This can give your phone case a cohesive and stylish look.
Mix and match: Get weird with it and mix and match different types of stickers. You can use stickers with different designs, shapes, and colors to create a unique look.
Use stickers to cover scratches: If your phone case has scratches or scuffs, use stickers to cover them up. This can give your phone case a new life making it look brand new.
Create a story: Use stickers to create a story on your phone case. You can use stickers of different characters, objects, and settings to tell a story that represents your personality and interests.

Remember that there is no right or wrong answer here, use stickers however you see fit but most of all be creative and be unique!

Cute Shiba Inu phone case sticker

What if I want a fully custom Phone Case Sticker?

Well you are in luck. We can create stickers from any file you might have and make it into a custom die cut sticker up to 5”x5” starting here. So go ahead and upload your team logos, photos, icons, business card or whatever else you want turned into a sticker. We’ll turn it around in 3 days or less and you’ll get your very own personalized stickers printed on high gloss, indestructible (debatable) vinyl that is fully waterproof and will stand up to the elements. One thing to note is that even though these stickers are dishwasher safe please don’t apply these to your phone and then run them through the dishwasher. The sticker will be fine, your phone not so much.

Create a custom phone case sticker

If you have questions for us about phone stickers or any sticker really reach out to with the contact information at the bottom right side of the site here.

Hydro Flask Bottles & Stickers: The Ultimate Solution for Hydrating, Customized!

March 1, 2023 by bottleyourbrand Leave a Comment

Staying hydrated is crucial for a healthy lifestyle, and Hydro Flask bottles have become widely popular recently for many people looking for a reliable and durable reusable water bottle. Hydro Flask is a company that has gained a reputation for producing high-quality insulated water bottles that keep your drinks cold or hot for hours, and they come in a variety of sizes and colors. They have almost become a status symbol of sorts, similar to a designer jean or hat, Hydro Flask bottles say “look at how I love to stay hydrated, and I’m willing to spend $50 to look good doing it”.

basketball team name stickers for a hydro flask bottle

Why Are Hydro Flask Bottles So Popular?

One of the primary reasons for Hydro Flask’s popularity is the quality of their products. Hydro Flask bottles are made of high-grade stainless steel and are designed to withstand rough handling that comes with adventuring in the outdoors. They are also double-walled with vacuum insulation, which means that they can keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot for up to 12 hours, making them perfect for hot summer days or cold winter hikes.

Another reason for Hydro Flask’s success is the range of sizes and colors they offer. Hydro Flask bottles come in sizes ranging from 12 oz to 128 oz, so you can choose a size that suits your needs. They come in a range of colors and designs, so you can find one that fits your style.

Hydro Flask bottles are also incredibly convenient to use. The wide-mouth design makes it easy to fill and clean, and the screw-on cap ensures that your drink will not spill (if you have kids you know how important a quality lid or cap is). The caps are also insulated, which helps to keep your drink at the desired temperature for longer. You can tell Hydro Flask spent some time and money on R&D when they engineered their bottles, they function and hold well.

cute corgi sticker for a hydro flask bottle

Customizing Your Hydro Flask Bottle with Stickers

In addition to the high-quality and convenience of Hydro Flask bottles, you can add a personal touch to your bottle with custom stickers. You can choose from a wide range of designs or create your own custom design to make your Hydro Flask bottle unique and reflect your personal style. We’ve got dozens of pre-made designs or you can make your own. If anything create a custom name label so everyone knows that’s your bottle and not theirs, this is especially important for kids who take their bottles to school, practice, etc..

Make Your Own Now!

Our custom Hydro Flask stickers are made of high-quality, fully waterproof vinyl material that is designed to withstand the elements and remain vibrant and durable for years, up to 4 years in the direct elements in fact. We custom die cut them in house and you can make any shape or size you want. Use a photo, logo or just simple text, you can design whatever you want for your sticker and we will print and ship it out within three business days.

personalized name stickers for hydro flask bottles

These Sound Amazing! Are There Any Downsides to Hydro Flask Bottles?

While Hydro Flask bottles are incredibly popular, there are a few downsides to consider. First, they are relatively expensive compared to other water bottles on the market. However, the high quality and durability of the bottles can make them worth the investment in the long run. If you are looking for alternatives though visit any Target, Costco, Fred Meyer, Ross or even HomeGoods and you’ll find plenty of Hydro Flask knock offs for a fraction of the cost. And our stickers will work on them just as good.

Another potential downside is that Hydro Flask bottles are heavier than other water bottles. This is due to their double-walled insulation, which adds weight to the bottle. However, many people find that the added weight is worth it for the benefits of having their drinks stay cold or hot for hours.

The Exciting Conclusion

Hydro Flask bottles are a great choice for anyone who wants a reliable, durable, and stylish water bottle that can keep drinks cold or hot for extended periods of time. And with the addition of custom Hydro Flask stickers from us here at BYB, you can add a personal touch to your bottle that makes it uniquely yours. Whether you’re hiking in the mountains or commuting to work, a Hydro Flask bottle with custom stickers can help you stay hydrated and refreshed all day long. Cheers!

DIY – Graduation Cap Bottle Toppers with College Logos

May 1, 2021 by Cindy Springer Leave a Comment

– MAKE IT! Bottle Topper with College Logos –

This DIY graduation party project is for graduation caps to put on bottles as decorative toppers.

After the aisle stroll and the hat toss it’s time for a college graduation party! We call this graduation party, “Hat’s Off to the Class of 2021!” These colorful bottle toppers look like graduation caps when perched atop beverage bottles. They make memorable party decorations on bottles of beer, water, or wine, plus show pride for the alma mater as you honor your graduate.

Supply List

Template – free download – see below
Wrapping paper or scrap-booking paper with the grad’s college or university logo – use contrasting colors if available
Mini tassels
Glue dots dispenser or glue gun
Poster board
Colorful brads
Scissors
Pencil

The uniqueness of this DIY project is the logo paper from your grad’s university. I was lucky enough to find this University of Washington (Go Huskies!) scrapbooking paper in a nearby craft store, but there are many sites selling wrapping paper or scrapbook paper with college logos. The logo paper is glued on top of a square of poster board to make the top of the graduation cap sturdy.

The mini-tassels are a great find from Hobby Lobby. They’re actually 2 inch drapery tassels, but they were so perfect and inexpensive I couldn’t resist. They are available in gold, red, black, and cream. As you can see they are priced $2.49 for four tassels. Buying them sure beats making them from scratch for saving time. YouTube has many tutorials on how to make tassels using yarn or embroidery thread, if you are inclined to hand make them.

FREE-DOWNLOAD-How-to-Make-DIY-Graduation-Cap-Bottle-Toppers-with-College-Logo Download

TEMPLATE & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Print this free download and use the templates to make the graduation caps.

“Hats Off to the Class of 2021” Printable Sign

FREE-PRINTABLE-SIGN-Hats-Off-to-the-class-of-2021 Download

FREE SIGN DOWNLOAD - Hats Off to the Class of 2021

Custom Graduation Labels for Beer and Wine Bottles

Once you’ve made your bottle toppers you’re going to want to complete the look with custom labels for the bottles as well. Check out our pre-made designs for graduation beer and wine labels. Many of these templates have a dedicated area to upload a graduation photo. The text is editable for your graduate’s name, school, year, and degree.

Shop now for personalized graduation beer labels and wine labels. Edit the templates or make your own labels.

Make personalized graduation wine labels and graduation beer labels. Great adult party favors. Waterproof, self-adhesive, and ready to add to your bottles.

Have questions or comments? Leave a note below or contact us via live chat M-F, 9 am to 3 pm Pacific time. We’re also available at info at bottle your brand dot com.

Tea with the Bride to Be Chalkboard Sign

March 4, 2019 by Cindy Springer Leave a Comment

Hi Ladies. Let’s have tea with the bride-to-be! I made this sign for a bridal shower tea for my niece. As a first time sign maker I was a bit intimidated, but really loved how it turned out. I made some mistakes that I’ll help you avoid, and I’ll share tips so you can create this DIY chalkboard sign without some of the problems I encountered. It took one evening to make the sign and this tutorial will help you master it too. Use the free PDF template and the shopping list of the materials provided below. This post should help you make a bridal shower sign that’s sure to wow! I share some tea party favor labels with you too, to help with your tea party planning.

DIY chalkboard sign made for a bridal shower tea.

Materials for DIY Sign
“Let’s Have Tea with the Bride-to-Be”

Shopping List

Black Ornate Chalkboard – Check out this pag e for the sign I used as well as other sign selections. TIP: The sign I used is not a true chalkboard even though that’s the name of the product. It’s also a bit larger than the PDF template; see step 3 below to adjust the size larger.
Bistro Chalk Markers – One bullet tip and one chisel tip. TIP: Use chalk paint or chalk sticks if you have a real chalkboard.
Printer and paper
Transfer paper – Not the iron on kind, but the kind for other surfaces
Easel to hold the sign
Removable Scotch tape
Pencil or Pen
Scissors

Bridal Shower Chalkboard Sign - Let's Have Tea with the Bride to Be — Click on the image to download the PDF template and make this chalkboard sign.

Before You Get Started:

Gather all the materials together.
Download the sign template.
Print the template. Check the printed template against the sign you purchased. The PDF is made for standard size 8.5 x 11 paper. If you have a bigger sign, cut out the various elements of the template and lay them out on a new sheet of paper; tape in place.
Real chalk surfaces need to be primed. Here’s how to prime the chalkboard (if it’s a true chalkboard). The sign in this tutorial looks like a chalkboard but it’s NOT! It’s actually a painted surface. Something I found out the hard way. That’s why I used the markers and not actual chalk. But if you use chalk sticks, them prime the board.
Cut your transfer paper to the size of the sign and tape it securely on all side to the edges of the sign. Make sure the transfer paper has the correct side down.
Position the template over the transfer paper making sure it’s centered to the top and bottom and both sides of the sign. Tape it in place like the in the photo below.

Taped template and transfer paper for tracing the chalkboard sign.

Step by Step Instructions

Here are the steps to make the chalkboard sign. Make sure you read these tips beforehand as they will save you time and possibly frustration!

Using a pen or pencil start tracing over the template from the top making sure you get the outline of the flourishes, letters, and tea pot. Take your time and make sure you press down hard enough to transfer the design through to the sign. This is a critical step and there are a lot of letters so be meticulous!
Carefully remove the taped template and transfer paper.
Using the chalk markers, draw over the design, filling in any areas that weren’t traced. I used both styles of chalk marker tips. The bullet tip was great for the flourishes. I liked the chisel tip for the text, but you’ll find which marker point works best for you. TIP: If you make a mistake use a damp Q-Tip to remove it and let dry before continuing.
Let the chalk or chalk ink dry completely on the completed sign. Protect from any unnecessary contact.

Materials used for making bridal shower chalkboard sign.

Here’s how the sign looked right after I finished it. I used a small ball of Museum Wax on the easel to hold the chalkboard sign securely against it.

Tea Party Theme
Favor Labels

To create custom favors for tea parties and tea themed showers we offer a variety of sticker designs. These will stick to bags, boxes, and bottles. Check out this page or look through all of our designs to find one you like.

Add a custom sticker to a Macaron box for the perfect tea party favor.

Create a tea party favor by decorating a tea tin with a custom circle sticker.

Thanks for stopping by to see the DIY chalkboard sign project. If you have questions about making the sign or ordering custom labels for bridal shower favors we’re available online with our live chat Monday through Friday 9 am to 3 pm Pacific time. Email us with questions: info at bottleyourbrand dot com.