What file formats do the matchbox templates come in?

Each template is set up for both Canva and Adobe Illustrator, with fold lines, bleed and safe zones already in place. Canva designs can be shared as an editable link set to 'Anyone with the link can edit.'

Do I need design experience to use a matchbox template?

No. The templates show exactly where artwork should sit, and every file is reviewed before printing, with a proof supplied for approval before production.

What happens after I submit my matchbox design?

Artwork is checked, a proof is prepared for approval, then the order moves into production. Standard production is around 45 days from artwork approval, with worldwide shipping available.

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Classic Matchbox

58 × 36 × 9 mm

Our most popular format for weddings, restaurants and events. The Classic Matchbox template includes the full wrap layout with fold lines, bleed and safe zones marked, ready to use in Canva or Adobe Illustrator — so your design lands exactly where it should.

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Long Stem Matchbox

Long rectangular format

Elegant proportions with extra-length matches — a favourite for candle brands and fine dining. The Long Stem Matchbox template covers every panel of the extended wrap, with clear guides for spines, folds and bleed.

Prefer to browse first? View the Long Stem Matchbox template page

Vintage Matchbook

Fold-over matchbook

A nostalgic fold-over format with front, back and inside panels. The Vintage Matchbook template maps each printable surface so nothing important sits near a fold or the striker strip.

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Template FAQs

Before you design

What file formats do the templates come in?

Each template is set up for both Canva and Adobe Illustrator, with fold lines, bleed and safe zones already in place. If you're designing in Canva, share your finished design with us as an editable link — set to "Anyone with the link can edit."

What size is each matchbox?

The Classic Matchbox measures 58 × 36 × 9 mm. The Long Stem Matchbox is a longer rectangular format for extended matches, and the Vintage Matchbook is a fold-over book style. Exact dimensions and printable areas are marked on each template.

Do I need design experience to use a template?

No. Most of our clients aren't designers. The templates show you exactly where your artwork should sit, and we review every file before printing — if something needs adjusting, we'll let you know before your proof.

What happens after I submit my design?

We check your artwork, prepare a proof for your approval, then move into production. Standard production is around 45 days from artwork approval, and we ship worldwide.