Custom Printed Wooden Ice Lolly Sticks – Laser Etched & Hot Stamped
Put your brand on every stick. Our custom printed wooden ice lolly sticks are laser etched in our UK facility or hot stamped during manufacture — giving you a clean, permanent print directly on the wood. From 26p per stick including the stick itself. No minimum order quantity for laser etching, making branded sticks accessible to small producers and large manufacturers alike.
Why Printed Sticks?
A printed lolly stick turns a commodity product into a branded one. Every customer who picks up your lolly sees your name, logo or message — on the product itself, not just the wrapper. For ice cream vans, artisan confectioners and branded food products, it’s one of the most cost-effective brand impressions available. It also adds perceived value: a printed stick signals quality and professionalism at the point of consumption.
Print Methods
Laser Etching – Any Quantity, Done In-House
Laser etching is carried out in our UK facility and is available from any quantity — there is no minimum order. The laser burns your design directly into the wood surface, producing a clean, precise result with no ink or chemicals involved. Ideal for smaller runs, product sampling, limited editions and seasonal branding. From 26p per stick including the stick for 114mm x 10mm sticks.
Hot Stamping – High Volume, Lower Unit Cost
For orders of 100,000 sticks or more, hot stamping is applied during the manufacturing process by the stick producer. This produces a deeper, more prominent impression and is significantly more cost-effective per unit at high volumes. Ideal for commercial ice cream manufacturers, large-scale confectionery producers and businesses with consistent branded stick requirements. Contact us for pricing at your required volume.
Sizes Available
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93mm x 10mm x 2mm – standard ice lolly and confectionery lollipop size
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114mm x 10mm x 2mm – commercial ice cream stick, most popular for branded orders
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200mm x 24mm x 2mm – large format for oversized lollies, toffee apples and event products
Custom sizes available on request. All sticks are food-safe, sustainably sourced birch wood with smooth, splinter-free edges.
Pricing
Laser etched printed sticks start from 26p per stick (including the stick) for 114mm x 10mm x 2mm. Price per stick reduces with volume. Hot stamping prices are quoted on request and are significantly cheaper per unit for runs of 100,000+. A full pricing structure by size, method and quantity is in development — contact us for a quote based on your specific requirements.
Who Orders Custom Printed Sticks?
Ice Cream Van Operators & Commercial Ice Cream Producers
Putting your brand on the stick is one of the most direct ways to build recognition with ice cream customers. Every lolly becomes a branded experience — customers associate the quality of your product with your name. Particularly effective for independent ice cream vans looking to stand out against national brands, and for regional ice cream producers supplying retail.
Confectionery Manufacturers
Chocolate lollipops, fudge pops, cake pops and other confectionery on sticks benefit significantly from branded sticks at retail. A printed stick adds a premium feel without a significant cost increase, and signals to buyers that the product is from an established producer. Hot stamping is particularly well-suited to high-volume confectionery production lines.
Event & Promotional Marketing
Branded ice lollies are a popular choice for product launches, trade shows, festivals and corporate events. A lolly with your logo laser etched on the stick is an edible marketing tool — memorable, shareable and on-brand. No minimum order quantity for laser etching makes this viable for one-off events as well as ongoing campaigns.
Artisan Food Brands & Farmers Market Sellers
Small-batch ice lolly makers and artisan confectioners use our laser etching service to give their products a premium, professional finish without committing to large minimum orders. A branded stick immediately differentiates a handmade product from a generic one on a market stall or in a deli.
Wedding & Events Personalisation
Personalised lolly sticks with names, dates or monograms are used for wedding favours, anniversary celebrations and corporate gifting. Laser etching produces a clean, elegant result on birch wood — well-suited to premium event presentation. Contact us to discuss personalised designs for your event.
Key Features
- Laser etching done in-house at our UK facility — any quantity, no minimum order
- Hot stamping available for 100,000+ sticks via our manufacturing partner
- From 26p per stick including the stick (114mm, laser etched)
- Food-safe grade A birch wood, smooth and splinter-free
- Sustainably sourced timber
- Custom sizes available on request
- Pre-production samples available before full order
Complete the Kit
Customers who order printed ice lolly sticks also need:
Trade & Wholesale Buyers
Open a free Yolli Trade Account and access exclusive wholesale pricing across our full range, including unprinted and printed sticks, packaging and confectionery supplies. Invoice terms available subject to approval.
FAQs
Is there a minimum order quantity?
No minimum order for laser etching — this is done in our UK facility and we can accommodate any quantity. Hot stamping requires 100,000+ sticks as it is applied during manufacture.
What is the difference between laser etching and hot stamping?
Laser etching burns your design into the wood surface using a laser — precise, clean, and available from any quantity in our UK facility. Hot stamping presses a heated die into the wood during manufacturing, producing a deeper impression at a lower cost per unit, but requires volumes of 100,000+ to be viable.
How much do printed sticks cost?
Laser etched sticks start from 26p per stick including the stick itself, for 114mm x 10mm x 2mm. Price reduces with volume. Hot stamping is cheaper per unit at high volumes — contact us with your required quantity for a quote.
Can I see a sample before placing a full order?
Yes — we can provide pre-production laser etched samples for approval before your full order proceeds.
Are the sticks food safe?
Yes — all sticks are grade A birch wood, food-safe and suitable for direct food contact. Laser etching uses no ink or chemicals, so the finished stick remains fully food-grade.
What sizes can you print on?
We stock and print on 93mm x 10mm, 114mm x 10mm and 200mm x 24mm sticks. Custom sizes are available on request — contact us with your dimensions.
What artwork do you need?
Vector artwork (AI, EPS or SVG) is preferred for the cleanest result. We can work with high-resolution PNG or PDF files. If you only have a basic logo or text, contact us and we can advise on the best approach.
What is the lead time for printed stick orders?
Lead times vary by quantity and print method. Laser etching for smaller runs is typically faster — contact us with your requirements and we’ll confirm a production schedule.
