DIY labels for children's clothes

They're useful for keeping your apron or coat at school. And they're made with felt, buttons, and even recycled sheets.

DIY labels for children's clothes

Losing sweatshirts, t-shirts or jackets at nursery (or school) is very easy. And, in this, the DIY labels for children's clothes They can be the ultimate solution. Practical, economical, and creative, they allow you to immediately identify garments at a glance. And they can be created with very little, from ribbon to fabric, from felt to buttons. We'll explain how you can label your children's clothes.

Recycled fabric


If you recover old cotton scraps or sheets, write the name of the boy or girl on it with a permanent marker for fabrics (or embroider it by hand) and you will get alabel to sew inside the collarThis type of label is long-lasting, eco-friendly, and perfect even for items that frequently end up in the dryer.

Customized satin


Il satin ribbon It's soft and won't irritate the skin. Write a name on it with fabric markers or stamp it. It's easy to sew and works well with slightly more elegant children's clothing, like cardigans and jackets.

Colored felt


Cut out the felt Even just making a long rectangle and embroidering the boy or girl's name on it. Adding details like stars, animals, or lines if desired. Felt is thick and durable, making it perfect for jackets, backpacks, and little ones' coats.

Buttons and fabric


Get inspired by these cute DIY labels that are made with a rectangular piece of fabric and a button, which you can use to attach them to the item of clothing. Naturally, write the child's name and class on them. It's an original solution, perfect not only for clothing but also for accessories.

Hand embroidered


If you love embroiderA few simple dots are all it takes to write the child's name or a symbol (if they can't read yet) that can be associated with the little one and make their clothes easily recognizable. It's a solution that stands the test of time (think about when the clothes will be passed on to a little brother or sister).

Fabric tape

There are rolls of fabric tape You can use them as labels. Simply cut them out, personalize them (if they aren't already colorful enough), and then stick them on trousers or blouses. Since they're designed for use on fabric, they won't peel off easily.

Fabric stamp


I stamps Personalized labels with a name are incredibly practical. Just a swipe of ink and the label is ready, directly onto the fabric and ready to be sewn onto the garment. For a longer-lasting result, use certified, wash-resistant inks.

Homemade iron-on patches

Using fabric transfer paper and an inkjet printer, you can create iron-on labels at homeSimply write the child's name, add an icon or symbol of your choice, and cut out the shape. The iron-on label attaches in seconds. It's also wash-resistant. Perfect for t-shirts, sweatshirts, and bodysuits.

How to write a name on children's clothes?

If the ideas described so far haven't enthused you—perhaps you find them too elaborate—you should know that you can use special markers to write your child's name on their clothes, which can be very helpful in preventing them from being wasted and lost. They're designed for fabric, are waterproof, and won't smudge or stain the garment. It couldn't be easier.

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