Cone Sleeves

Your ice cream deserves more than just a napkin wrap. The right cone sleeve doesn’t just protect hands from drips — it becomes part of the brand experience. From street vendors to luxury gelato parlours, cone sleeves are small details that customers notice, photograph, and remember. With custom cone sleeves, you’re not just serving ice cream; you’re serving a branded moment.

Food Safe Grease Resistant Recyclable Eco-Friendly No Minimum Order
Premium MaterialsStrong, food-grade options
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Advantages & Benefits

6 Reasons UK Businesses Order From Us Again & Again

Trusted by startups, bakeries, and enterprise brands across the UK — for quality, speed, and value that scales with you.

Stronger Brand Impact

Packaging customers remember long after unboxing.

Secure & Product-Safe

Robust protection throughout transit and delivery.

Fast & Reliable

Quick turnaround with tracked dispatch every time.

Expert Support

Packaging specialists guide every step of your order.

Sustainable Choices

Eco materials that align with your brand values.

Cost-Effective & Scalable

Small batch to bulk — competitive pricing throughout.

Custom Cone Sleeves That Do More Than Catch Drips

Think of the last time you bought an ice cream. Did you notice the sleeve? Most people don’t — until it’s poorly made, flimsy, or bland. That’s why we work with businesses to design sleeves that are sturdy, grease-resistant, and visually striking. A plain cone disappears; a cone wrapped in your colours, logo, or seasonal design sparks recognition.

We’ve helped everyone from small family-run shops to UK-wide chains create sleeves that customers carry proudly through parks, festivals, and shopping streets. It’s walking advertising at its most affordable.

Why Cone Sleeves Matter More Than You Think

Here’s the truth: cone sleeves aren’t just for mess control. They:

  • Protect hands from heat or cold.
  • Keep cones intact for takeaway customers.
  • Boost hygiene by reducing direct contact with food.
  • Showcase your branding in busy public spaces.

A cone sleeve is a low-cost item that adds real value. When customers share pictures of their desserts online, your sleeve becomes part of the photo. That’s free visibility every time.

Tailored Sleeves for Every Ice Cream Brand

Not all cones — or brands — are the same. That’s why we make cone sleeves fully customisable:

  • Sizes & shapes: From small kiddie cones to oversized bubble waffle cone sleeves.
  • Paper stocks: Choose from eco-friendly kraft, premium glossy card, or tough moisture-resistant board—each designed for real-life use.
  • Print finishes: CMYK or Pantone® for colour consistency, plus options for foiling or spot UV if you want to go bold.
  • Templates: Already have an idea? Send us your ice cream cone sleeve template and we’ll turn it into reality.

We also offer food-safe inks and sustainable paper options so you can serve with confidence. Many of our sleeves are FSC®-certified, giving you eco credentials customers actually notice.

A Story From the Freezer Aisle

One gelato shop in Brighton told us they felt invisible on the seafront. Their cones looked the same as everyone else’s — just plain white sleeves. We suggested switching things up: a deep blue background, their logo in bold white, and a wave motif that echoed the coastal vibe. Soon enough, locals weren’t just buying cones, they were asking for “the blue-sleeve ones.

The Process: From Sketch to Sleeve

We’ve simplified the process so you don’t have to stress about technicalities:

  1. Share your vision – Tell us your size, paper preference, and design ideas.
  2. Design stage – Provide your artwork or let our designers build something from scratch.
  3. Design stage – Provide your print-ready artwork or let our designers build something from scratch.
  4. Proofing – We send you a 3D mockup for approval before we print.
  5. Production – Using food-safe inks and precision cutting, your sleeves are produced in-house for quality assurance.
  6. Delivery – Shipped flat-packed for easy storage and ready to use.

Why UK Ice Cream Shops Trust Our Cone Sleeves?

With over a decade in packaging, we understand the unique needs of food businesses. Our clients stay with us because:

  • We provide consistent quality with every order.
  • We use materials that meet food safety compliance.
  • We balance affordability with customisation.
  • We offer fast UK-wide delivery, especially during peak summer seasons.

Make Every Scoop Memorable

Whether you’re running a seaside stand, a wedding catering service, or a city gelato café, custom cone sleeves set you apart. They’re not just packaging — they’re marketing, hygiene, and customer experience rolled into one small but mighty detail.

Packaging Materials Built Around Your Product

Choosing the right packaging material affects product protection, print quality, finishing, presentation, and overall customer experience. Below are the most commonly used packaging materials for custom boxes.

Recommended Materials

Most Popular

Art Card

Best for retail boxes, cosmetic boxes, food sleeves, and premium full-colour printing.

Eco Choice

Kraft Card

Ideal for natural, handmade, organic, and eco-friendly product packaging.

Strong Option

Corrugation

Recommended for mailer boxes, shipping boxes, subscription boxes, and heavier products.

Standard Material Options

Black Card

Premium dark stock for luxury packaging and bold brand presentation.

Bleach Card

Clean white board for sharp printing, bright colours, and retail-ready packaging.

1 Side White Kraft

White printable outside with kraft inside for a clean yet natural look.

Texture Card

Tactile premium stock for boutique, gift, jewellery, and luxury packaging.

Bux Board

Cost-effective material for standard product boxes and everyday packaging.

Rigid Board

Used for luxury rigid boxes, magnetic boxes, drawer boxes, and premium gift packaging.

Need help choosing? Share your product size, weight, usage, and finishing requirements with us. Our team can recommend the best packaging material for protection, printing, and budget.

Custom Printing Options for Your Packaging

Printing plays a major role in how your packaging looks on shelves, in deliveries, and in customer hands. Choose from simple one-colour branding to premium full-colour artwork depending on your design, budget, and product presentation.

Recommended Printing Options

Most Popular

CMYK Full Colour

Best for detailed artwork, product images, gradients, colourful branding, and professional retail packaging.

Brand Match

Pantone Printing

Ideal when your brand needs accurate colour matching across packaging, labels, and marketing materials.

Budget Friendly

1 Colour Printing

A clean and cost-effective option for simple logos, text, kraft boxes, and minimal packaging designs.

Standard Printing Options

2 Colour Printing

Suitable for simple brand layouts that need more contrast than single-colour printing.

3 Colour Printing

A balanced option for packaging designs with limited brand colours and clean visual structure.

Screen Printing

Useful for bold solid colours, special surfaces, promotional packaging, and selected custom jobs.

Fluorescent Colour

Bright neon-style printing for packaging that needs high visibility and strong shelf impact.

Blank / No Printing

Best for plain packaging, sample runs, internal use, or when labels will be applied separately.

Custom Printing Advice

Not sure which option fits your artwork? Send us your design and we’ll guide you before production.

Artwork tip: For the best print result, provide high-resolution artwork or vector files such as AI, EPS, PDF, or SVG. Our team can also review your file before printing.

Premium Finishes & Add-Ons

Finishes and add-ons enhance the appearance, feel, durability, and shelf impact of your packaging. Whether you want a luxury presentation, stronger brand recognition, or a premium unboxing experience, the right finishing can significantly elevate your packaging.

Most Popular Finishes

Most Popular

Matte Lamination

Provides a smooth non-reflective finish with a modern luxury appearance. Ideal for cosmetic, skincare, CBD, apparel, and premium retail packaging.

Premium Choice

Gloss Lamination

Enhances colour vibrancy and adds a shiny reflective appearance that makes graphics stand out on retail shelves.

Luxury Finish

Soft Touch Lamination

Creates a velvet-like feel that instantly gives packaging a premium and high-end tactile experience.

Specialty Finishes & Add-Ons

Foil Stamping

Available in gold, silver, rose gold, copper, and custom foil colours to highlight logos and branding elements.

Spot UV

Adds a glossy coating to selected design areas, creating contrast and attracting attention to key branding elements.

Embossing

Raises selected artwork above the surface to create depth, texture, and a premium tactile effect.

Debossing

Presses artwork into the material surface to create elegant and sophisticated branding effects.

Holographic Finish

Produces a rainbow reflective effect that delivers strong shelf presence and premium visual appeal.

Metalized Finish

Provides a metallic surface effect ideal for luxury cosmetics, electronics, fragrances, and gift packaging.

Aqueous Coating

A water-based protective coating that improves durability while maintaining an environmentally friendly finish.

Window Patching

Adds a transparent display window allowing customers to view the product without opening the packaging.

Custom Inserts

Paperboard, foam, corrugated, or molded inserts designed to secure and present products professionally.

Expert Recommendation: For most premium retail packaging, we recommend Matte or Soft Touch Lamination combined with Foil Stamping and Spot UV. This combination creates a professional, luxury appearance while enhancing brand visibility and customer perception.

Product Specifications

Style Custom Cone Sleeves (Fully Customisable)
Dimensions (L × W × H) Any Custom Size – Designed to Fit Your Cone or Product Perfectly
Order Quantity Minimum 50 Sleeves – Bulk Orders up to 500,000 Units
Material / Paper Stock Eco-Friendly Kraft Paper, SBS (Bleached Paper), Textured Paper, Black Paper, Art Paper, Bux Paper, One-Side White Paper
Printing Options No Printing (Plain), CMYK Full Colour, PMS (Pantone Matching), Spot Colours for Brand Accuracy
Surface Finishing Gloss / Matte Lamination, AQ Coating, Gloss UV, Matte UV, Spot UV, Embossing & Debossing
Structural Features Die-Cutting, Precision Scoring, Folding, Glueing, Perforation
Premium Add-Ons Window Patching, Custom Cut-Outs, Foil Stamping (Gold, Silver, Copper, Red, Blue)
Artwork Proofing Free Flat View & 3D Mock-Up (Physical Sample Available on Request)
Production Time 7–10 Business Days After Final Artwork Approval
Shipping & Packaging Flat Packed for Safe Transit • Worldwide Delivery via UPS, DHL, FedEx, SkyNet
Eco & Quality Standards Recyclable Materials • Food-Safe Options Available • Premium Print Quality

FAQs – Honest Answers About Our Cone Sleeves

Do your sleeves actually meet food safety standards?

Yes, and that’s non-negotiable. We only use inks and papers that are certified safe for food contact, so you can hand over every scoop without worry.

What if I only need a small batch?

Not every shop wants thousands of sleeves at once. That’s why we offer short runs — ideal for seasonal flavours, weddings, or trial launches.

Can you help me design them?

Of course. Some clients send us polished artwork, others just a rough sketch or logo. Either way, our in-house team makes sure the design prints perfectly.

How quickly can I get them?

Most orders ship in about 10–12 working days. If summer rush is coming and you’re in a pinch, let us know — we can often speed things up.

Are your sleeves recyclable?

Most definitely. The majority of our cone sleeves can go straight in your recycling bin. For eco-focused brands, we also offer sleeves made from compostable and biodegradable papers—so you can choose what best fits your values.

Simple Process

How It Works

From first enquiry to your door in five straightforward steps.

1

Choose Your Box

Pick a style or go fully custom to match your vision.

2

Send Your Details

Share dimensions, quantity, and artwork files.

3

Approve Your Proof

Review a 3D mockup before production starts.

4

Production Begins

Expert quality checks throughout the run.

5

Delivered to You

Carefully packed and tracked to your door.

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