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Create CSS Corner & Edge Ribbons Create CSS corner and edge ribbons for cards and content sections.

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CSS Ribbon Generator

Create CSS corner and edge ribbons for cards and content sections.

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Choose ribbon type

Select between corner ribbon (diagonal) or edge ribbon (horizontal).

2

Customize appearance

Set colors, text, font size, position, and width.

3

Copy the CSS

Preview the ribbon on a sample card and copy the generated styles.

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What Is CSS Ribbon Generator?

The CSS Ribbon Generator creates decorative ribbon elements for highlighting content on cards, product listings, and promotional sections. Ribbons draw attention to labels like "New," "Sale," "Featured," or any custom text. This tool supports two ribbon styles: corner ribbons that wrap diagonally across a corner of the container, and edge ribbons that extend from the side with a decorative fold. You can customize the position (top-left or top-right), background and text colors, font size, and ribbon width. Both styles are pure CSS — no images or JavaScript required.

Why Use CSS Ribbon Generator?

  • Two ribbon styles: diagonal corner and horizontal edge
  • Customizable position, colors, and text content
  • Pure CSS implementation with no images needed
  • Preview on a realistic card container for context

Common Use Cases

Product Labels

Add "New" or "Sale" ribbons to product cards in e-commerce stores.

Feature Badges

Highlight featured or premium content with eye-catching corner ribbons.

Status Indicators

Show status labels like "Beta" or "Coming Soon" on card layouts.

Promotional Banners

Draw attention to promotional offers with colorful ribbon badges.

Technical Guide

Corner ribbons use CSS transform: rotate(45deg) or rotate(-45deg) to create the diagonal effect. The parent container must have overflow: hidden and position: relative. The ribbon element uses position: absolute with calculated top and right/left offsets. The width must be wide enough to span the corner diagonally. Edge ribbons use position: absolute to place the ribbon along the container edge. The fold effect is created with a ::after pseudo-element using the CSS border triangle technique. Both styles use text-transform: uppercase and text-align: center for consistent text presentation. Z-index ensures the ribbon appears above other content. For responsive designs, use relative units and test across different container sizes.

Tips & Best Practices

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    Use overflow: hidden on the parent container for corner ribbons
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    Keep ribbon text short—1-2 words works best for readability
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    Use contrasting colors to ensure the ribbon stands out
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    Test with different container sizes to ensure proper positioning

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q Can I position the ribbon on the bottom corners?
The tool supports top-left and top-right. You can modify the CSS values for bottom positioning manually.
Q How do I make the ribbon responsive?
Use relative units (%, em) instead of fixed pixels for the ribbon dimensions and positioning.
Q Can I use icons in the ribbon?
Yes, you can add HTML icons or unicode characters to the ribbon text content.
Q Why does my corner ribbon get cut off?
Ensure the parent container has overflow: hidden and the ribbon width is sufficient for the diagonal span.
Q Can I add animations to the ribbon?
Yes, you can add CSS animations or transitions for effects like pulsing, sliding in, or color changes.

About This Tool

CSS Ribbon Generator is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.