Guides for chocolate makers
Plain, practical answers to the questions we hear most from chocolatiers, bakeries and gift buyers.
Chocolate Box Sizes by Piece CountHow to size a box for 4, 9, 12, 16 or 24 chocolates, with typical sizes in mm and how to measure a piece.
Inserts and Trays for ChocolatesCard inserts, food-safe PET trays and card dividers compared, and which one suits each kind of chocolate.
Printing and Finishes for Chocolate PackagingArtwork, colours, matt, gloss, soft touch and foil, and what the free proof shows before anything is printed.
Keeping Chocolate Safe in the PostHow the box, the insert and the outer carton work together so chocolates arrive whole and unmarked.
Chocolate Bar Wrappers vs Bar BoxesPaper wrappers, card sleeves, envelopes and tuck-end bar boxes compared for small makers and shops.Questions
More answers in Help, or WhatsApp us on +44 7578 382054.
Who writes the guides on this site?
The team at The Chocolate Boxes, from the questions customers ask us.
Which guide should I read first?
Start with chocolate box sizes by piece count, then inserts and trays.
Is there a guide to posting chocolates?
Yes. Keeping chocolate safe in the post covers inserts, pads, outer cartons and timing.
Do the guides cover bar packaging?
Yes. Our bar guide compares wrappers, sleeves, envelopes and bar boxes.
Is there a guide to foil and soft touch finishes?
Yes. The printing and finishes guide covers matt, gloss, soft touch and foil.
Can I ask a question that the guides do not answer?
Yes. Message us on WhatsApp or email and we will reply.
Are the sizes in the guides exact?
They are typical sizes; every box is drawn to your own chocolates.
Do the guides recommend particular chocolates?
No. They focus on packaging and how it suits different kinds of pieces.
Will more guides be added?
Yes, as customers bring us new questions.
Can I share these guides with my team?
Yes. Link to any guide freely.
Tell us what you make
Send the piece count, the size of one chocolate, a rough quantity and your logo. We reply by email within one working day with a price and a free design proof. Prefer to talk? Call +44 7578 382054 or message us on WhatsApp.