Child safety concerns when using full name

Question:

My son has a common first name, Jack. There are two other boys in his class with the same first name and the same initial for their last name, so we'd like to get his full name "Jack Scott" put on his labels. However, we'd rather not have his full name on his bag tags, which would be clearly visible to strangers.

Can I order a combo pack and have the bag tags not have the full name? Or am I stuck ordering each of the label types separately?

Answer:

Mabel's Labels is conscious of child safety and appreciates your concern. It is possible to order a combo and request that the bag tags do not include the child's first name. (All of the other labels can be discretely positioned.)

Simply mention your request in the comments box on the online form, or call in your order (toll-free) at 1-866-306-2235.

Iron-ons vs Tag-mates™

Mabel’s Labels – Labels for the stuff kids lose!® clothing labels withstand the wear and tear of laundry and children beautifully! But should you get iron-ons or tag-mates?

	Iron-ons	Tag-mates™
	Iron-ons are the classic choice for clothing labels.	Tag-Mates™ are ideal for quick labeling – no iron necessary!
Size (approx)	46mm x 12mm (1-3/4" x 1/2")	21mm x 10mm (13/16" x 3/8")
Photos	(In contrast to the above photo, iron-on labels are currently manufactured with rounded corners.)
Method of application	ironing onto fabric	stick to clothing labels
Time to apply	3-5 minutes	5-10 seconds
Durability	Withstands washer and dryer. If label begins to peel, can reapply with iron. (Following original application instructions.)	Withstands washer and dryer.
Ease of removal	Many people are able to just pull them off by picking at a corner that has come loose over time. By design, however, the iron-on label ever so slightly melts to adhere to the fabric.	With a little effort, comes off cleanly. (Clothing in this case had been through numerous cold water washes and regular dryer cycles.)
Text size	The identical text will always appear larger on the iron-ons than the tag-mates.	It is possible to have larger text-size on tag-mates if you order the labels without an icon.
Limitations	Fabric must withstand the heat of an iron.	Clothing item must have a clothing tag. (Many tops are now made without tags.)
Advantages	Can be used on clothing, whether or not a tag is present.	Quick and easy to apply. Can be used on non-clothing items.
Hacks	- Double your iron-ons! - Removing iron-ons - Help! I've got more than one child! See all iron-on hacks.	- How do I label boots? - Larger size text for Tag-Mates™? - What else can I do with Tag-Mates™? See all tag-mate hacks.

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