Looking for simple ways to create kids’ name labels and make it easier for your child to identify their school gear? Whether it’s a lunch box, drink bottle, uniform or bag, you can save school supplies from ending up in Lost and Found with these unique labelling ideas. Get your kids involved in creating cool charms and fun name tags, while you use clever products to cut labelling time in half.
Easy Kids’ Name Labels for Lunchboxes
Look for water-resistant and dishwasher-proof adhesive labels to make lunchbox and water bottle name tags last. Make sure they can be written directly onto the item using a permanent marker – that way it’ll make it a quick and easy labelling task.
What You'll Need
- Smash Leakproof Bento Box 1.6L Green
- Avery Kids Dream Labels 42 Pack
- Avery Kids Durable Flexible Labels Assorted 60 Pack
- Avery Kids Emoji Labels 42 Pack
- Avery Kids Durable Flexible Labels Assorted 35 Pack
- Sharpie Fine Permanent Markers Electro Pop 24 Pack
Simple Clothing Labels
Hats, jumpers, blazers, sports gear – there are plenty of soft fabrics that need to be kept track of. Iron-on labels make it a cinch. But if you want to skip the iron, you can also just press and go. Simply write onto the Avery No-Iron Clothing Labels with permanent marker and apply to clothes – and even bags – waiting 24 hours before washing.
What You'll Need
- Avery No-Iron Clothing Labels White Assorted 45 Pack
- Avery 18UP No-iron Fabric Labels 43 x 13mm 3 Sheets
- Avery 1UP Iron On Fabric Transfers 5 Pack
- Sharpie Fine Permanent Markers Electro Pop 24 Pack
Go With Classic Key Ring Tags
If you need kids’ name labels for something other than a flat surface, utilise key ring tags. You can find large sizes that have plenty of room for names as well as class info or even a mobile number for expensive items. For preschoolers, you could even use photo tags with pictures of themselves to make their daycare backpack easier to find. Fluoro tags add fun to sports bags, pencil cases and more, with the bright colours making things easier for kids to spot.
What You'll Need
- J.Burrows Key Tags Fluoro 4 Pack
- J.Burrows Key Tags Clear 4 Pack
- J.Burrows Extra Large Key Tags 2 Pack Black
- J.Burrows Square Photo Tags 2 Pack Clear
- Otto A3 TPU Pencil Case Green
- Keji Essential Backpack Purple and Grey
Have Fun With Personalised Name Labels
Keen to skip the chore of handwriting multiple labels? At Officeworks Print & Copy you can order personalised printed labels, perfect for helping your child keep track of all their bits and pieces.
What You'll Need
- Dinosaur Rectangle Name Labels 32pk
- Rainbow Rectangle Name Labels 32pk
- Tropical Fruit Round Name Labels 30pk
- Woodland Animals Round Name Labels 30pk
- Zoo Animals Round Name Labels 30pk
- Llama School Book Labels 16pk
- Butterfly Round Name Labels 30pk
- Motorbike Round Name Labels 30pk
- Chevron Round Name Labels 30pk
- Gaming Round Name Labels 30pk
DIY With a Label Maker
Another option if you want to skip the handwriting is this clever Dymo Label Maker. It’s battery operated and uses thermal printing technology so there is no ink or toner needed. You simply buy the kind of label cartridge you need, whether it’s paper, plastic, metallic or iron-on, then type in your words and it will print on the spot. You can even customise the font. These labels are fantastic for tech, stationery and even labelling drawers at home.
What You'll Need
- DYMO Letratag Label Tape 12mm Variety 3 Pack
- DYMO LetraTag 100H Handheld Label Maker Blue
- DYMO LetraTag 100 Tabletop Labeller Blue
- Dymo LetraTag Bluetooth Labeller 200B Black
- Brother P-touch Label Maker Pink PT-H110
- Otto Pastel Stainless Steel Dbl Walled Drink Btl 500mL Mint
- Smash Hydro Chugger Drink Bottle 1L Grey and Blue
- Smash Blue Stainless Steel Explorer Bottle 530mL Sage
Let Kids Make Creative Name Labels
Finally, give children the task of whipping up a bag charm, making their school backpack instantly recognisable. Think laminated name tags, beaded bracelets, pipe cleaner letters and more. It doubles as an excellent end-of-school-holidays craft project.
What You'll Need
- Studymate Book Cover Roll 2mx450mm Clear
- Studymate Book Cover Roll 15mx450mm Clear
- Kadink Chenille Stems Bright 70 Pack
- Kadink Plastic Beads Alphabet 60g
- Born Hemp Cord Pastel 4 Pack
- Kadink Construction Paper A4 Assorted 500 Pack
- Sharpie Fine Permanent Markers Electro Pop 24 Pack
This article was originally published in January 2021 and has been updated.