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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Disclosure: I'm a Mabel's Labels Buzzmama and I receive free products for my involvement in the program. I'm also a Mabel's Labels web affiliate and I earn a commission if you use the following link to purchase your Mabel’s Labels – Labels for the stuff kids lose!®
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