Back-to-school and camp season brings the familiar challenge of labeling every item of clothing before it disappears into the communal chaos of a lost property bin. Iron-on labels peel. Written names fade. Sewn-in tags take forever. Fabric stamps are the fastest, most permanent solution.
Why Fabric Stamps Beat Every Other Labeling Method
vs. Iron-On Labels
Iron-on labels work initially but peel at the edges after repeated washing, particularly on stretchy fabrics. A fabric stamp impression bonds directly with the fabric fibers and maintains its quality wash after wash.
vs. Laundry Markers
A laundry marker is fast but the handwriting is inconsistent and the ink fades faster than expected. A stamp gives a clean, consistent impression every time.
vs. Stickers and Stick-On Labels
Sticker labels come off in the wash. End of story.
How Clothing Stamps Work
Our self-inking clothing stamps use a specially formulated fabric ink that bonds permanently with textile fibers when heat set. Simply press firmly onto the fabric, allow to dry for 24 hours and heat set with an iron or tumble dryer. After that, it survives 40 or more washes and stays permanent up to 90 degrees Celsius.
Step by Step: How to Stamp Kids Clothing
- Choose a clear, flat area of the garment. Care labels inside collars and shirt tails are the best spots.
- Stretch the fabric flat against a firm surface. Place cardboard inside the garment to prevent bleed-through.
- Press firmly and evenly with the stamp. Do not rock or slide. Lift straight up.
- Allow to dry for at least 24 hours before washing.
- Heat set by ironing over the stamped area with a dry iron for 30 seconds, or tumble drying on high heat.
How Many Items Do You Need to Label?
A typical school starter kit includes shirts, pants, jumpers, jackets, sports gear, shoes and bags. For a child starting primary school, parents typically label 20 to 40 items. For a two-week camp, the number can reach 50 to 60 including socks, underwear and towels.
With a clothing stamp, labeling 50 items takes under 30 minutes.
The Best Time to Order
Order your clothing stamp as soon as you have the school or camp list confirmed. Our stamps dispatch within 1 to 2 business days. Browse our self-inking clothing stamps and check our best sellers for the most popular name stamp designs.