13 budget-friendly name stickers to get to reduce the number of misplaced belongings

As 2020 is coming to an end soon, it’s perhaps time to start thinking about 2021.

For parents, one of the “parental tasks” you have to go through is to prepare your little ones for school (or pre-school) in the new year and tagging their belongings with name stickers is probably part of your to-do list.

Ahead, we rounded up affordable name stickers – ranging from cutesy cartoon labels to even calligraphy ones – you can get your hands on that both children and adults will love to use.

Cartoon labels

With a whopping 17 designs for you to choose from, pick between the adorable characters in the mobile game Tsum Tsum, Rilakkuma, or the ever popular Frozen series. Colourful and cute, these are sure to be a hit amongst the children.

From S$1.99 for 60 small ones on Shopee.

Featuring the characters of popular shows such as Avengers and Big Hero 6, these waterproof stickers are extra durable so it’ll hold up, rain or shine.

From S$1.80 for a set of 30 here.

Not so much of a cartoon fan but still want your dose of cute stickers? This shop sells cute graphic stickers starring flowers, rainbows, and vehicles alongside other well-loved cartoon characters like Snoopy and Doraemon.

Retails for S$2.90 for 60 here.

Minimal labels

For the minimalist at heart, these waterproof and tearproof clear ones with black text make your favourite items more recognisable, yet won’t take away the beauty of them.

Get yours here, for S$2.99 for 60 pieces.

Not a fan of graphics? This affordable one is for you. Choose between styles like black text on a clear base or black text on pink dots or even a purple plaid background for a feminine yet not too over-the-top look.

S$0.30 for one here.

In three sizes for different items, these ones come in all finishes and colours like holographic silver, matte gold, white, transparent, and candy-inspired shades.

From S$2.99 for 90 small ones here.

Probably the chicest option on the list, these transparent labels come in round and rectangle sizes, with either gold or silver text and accents for a stylish touch to any belongings you add it to.

From S$4.99 for 30 pieces here.

Calligraphy labels

Love the look of calligraphic words? You can now have them on anything you want! Choose between nine fonts and 11 colours like turquoise, glitter black, and matte gold.

Get yours here, for S$8.90.

With 33 fonts and 15 colours (including rose gold!) to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice with this one.

Retails for S$6.25 on Shopee.

Combine your love of holographic things with calligraphy and you’ll get this self-adhesive name sticker. Select from three holographic colours (red, opal, and blue), or opt for the chic brushed matte gold.

From S$2.50 to SGD7.50, purchase yours here.

Customisable labels

One of the most popular choices on the site, this shop specialises in creating customisable stickers of any kind (including direction stickers leading customers to a shop, company logos, or return address stickers), which means your young ones can design their very own unique name labels for school!

Get a quote here.

Or, choose their holographic ones instead so you can recognise your belongings from a mile away!

Get a quote from them here.

Iron-on labels

Prevent cross contamination due to the misplacement of reusable masks with these iron-on labels. Choose between Disney princess, Tsum Tsum, patterned backgrounds and more, and simply run an iron over it to apply!

From S$2.99 for 15 iron-ons here.