What size hole should I specify?

Choose the size your ribbon or string needs, allowing for a folded ribbon or the way the tie is threaded. Tell us the required diameter.

Can the hole sit close to the edge?

Leave enough paper around the bore to resist tearing. The required clearance depends on the tag stock, hole diameter and tie.

Drilled holes, ready for the tie.

A clean drilled bore turns a printed piece into a hang tag or swing tag. Choose the hole size for the ribbon or string that will pass through it.

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How it is made

Drilling creates a clean circular bore through the finished paper tag. Position the hole before designing the artwork and leave enough paper around it to carry the tie.

Tell us the diameter your ribbon or string needs. A hole that fits thin string may not take a folded ribbon, and an oversized hole can weaken a narrow tag.

What the screen cannot show

A photograph cannot convey height, friction or edge quality. Order the sample kit to compare finishes in your hand.

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What it runs on

Substrate	Verdict	Why
Uncoated & 100% cotton	Excellent	Clean bore for the specified ribbon or string, with enough edge clearance.
Colour-through (dyed) stock	Excellent	The drilled bore keeps the sheet colour.
Coated silk & matte stock	Excellent	Drill the finished tag to the required diameter.
Recycled, kraft & inclusion stock	Good, tested	Leave sufficient paper around the bore to resist tearing.
Thick board, duplex & triplex	Excellent	Drill the bonded tag after curing.
Stainless & brass	No	This tag service is for paper.
Clear & frosted plastic	No	This tag service is for paper.

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Minimums and specs

Diameter: To suit ribbon or string
Typical use: Hang tags · swing tags
Position: Included in artwork

Choose the process by the outcome

Pairs well with

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Common questions

What size hole should I specify?: Choose the size your ribbon or string needs, allowing for a folded ribbon or the way the tie is threaded. Tell us the required diameter.
Can the hole sit close to the edge?: Leave enough paper around the bore to resist tearing. The required clearance depends on the tag stock, hole diameter and tie.