Did you know that the average child permanently loses 9 items per year? This is where My Nametags comes in - labels offer a fun and colourful solution to lost property, a common issue in schools and nurseries. No more buying replacements for items you've already purchased!

This will not only save you money but also reduce the negative environmental impact of lost items. Name labels will help you quickly and easily identify all your child's belongings, and they will love designing their own labels!

To help with the important task of labelling all items, we’ve put together some handy tips:

1. Choose the Right Labels

When choosing which labels to get for this school year the main thing to consider is where you plan on using them. Are you labelling clothing, stationery, both? Once you have considered this you should look at the differences between label types:
 

Colour Stickers

Stickers are a great all-round option as they are so versatile. Use them to label stationery, clothes (on the care label), shoes, toys—anything!

Iron-on Labels

Can be used to label all clothes and school uniforms. They’re easy and quick to apply, can go directly on the fabric and will stay on clothing for years.

Ministickers

A stylish, more discreet option, perfect for older children and adults. Ideal for labelling small items that are easy to lose!

Maxistickers

Ideal to personalise bigger items such as books, lunchboxes and shoes. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes to make labelling extra fun.

2. Involve Your Child

Make labelling a fun activity by involving your child in the process. Let them personalise their own label so they love to see it on their items. This not only helps them recognise their belongings but also adds an element of excitement to their school gear.

3. Label Everything

It’s essential to label not only your child’s clothing but also their school supplies, shoes and even toys. Anything that makes it out of the house should be labelled, otherwise it may get lost or mixed-up.

4. Position Labels Wisely

Properly labelling your child’s school uniforms and accessories is a small step that can make a big difference in keeping their belongings organised and identifiable. Placement matters when it comes to labels. Here’s how to get it right:

• Clothing: Position iron-on labels on the neck of the item as it’s a discreet spot inside the garment but easy to access and known by people as the spot they might find a label on.
• Items: Stick-on labels should be placed in a flat area that doesn’t experience heavy wear or abrasion, such as the top of a lunchbox or the side of a water bottle.

Happy labelling!

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