{"id":8726,"date":"2013-07-19T12:36:28","date_gmt":"2013-07-19T12:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kidstart.co.uk\/blog\/?p=8726"},"modified":"2013-07-19T13:07:19","modified_gmt":"2013-07-19T13:07:19","slug":"the-gltc-name-label-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidstart.co.uk\/blog\/the-gltc-name-label-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"The GLTC Name Label Guide."},"content":{"rendered":"It\u2019s the end of the school year and you have asked the kids to bring home all their kit and uniform for a good wash for over the holidays.\u00a0 Somehow though you end up with one plimsoll missing from the PE Kit or maybe the Kit doesn\u2019t even make it back, plus you have half as many lunch boxes than you had at the start of the year.\r\n\r\nSo the Great Little Trading Company<\/a><\/strong> have taken on the mission of missing stuff and produced our own extensive range of name labels. The range covers all shapes and sizes and you have the choice of adhesive, sew-in and iron-on dependent upon what you need.\r\n\r\nWe understand how overwhelming it can be trying to choose the right name labels, so we have pulled together a guide on how best to use the variations and also how to apply them.\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/b>\r\n\r\nStep 1: Choose your attachment<\/b>\r\n\r\nAdhesive <\/b>\r\n\r\nIf you need something quick and easy then adhesive will be the best option for you; just wash and dry the area you are attaching the label to, peel off a sticker and then apply. For best results though we recommend you allow 24 hours for the sticker application before use.\r\n\r\nAdhesive Labels are perfect for lunch boxes, drinks bottles, shoes and cutlery which means they can withstand a wash as well.\r\n\r\nIron-On<\/b>\r\n\r\nIf you are looking to label some clothing that doesn\u2019t involve a needle and thread, then iron-on is a great solution. It\u2019s simple just follow these steps:\r\n\r\n1-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Wash all new clothing before applying the name labels\r\n\r\n2-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pre-heat the iron on the cotton without letting it steam.\r\n\r\n3-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Peel the label off and place it onto a clean, dry garment.\r\n\r\n4-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Then get the blue application paper and apply, press the iron on it for 15-20 seconds.\r\n\r\n5-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Repeat this process 2-3 times applying pressure with the iron on all edges and corners.\r\n\r\n6-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Check if the label can be lifted and if so re-apply the steps for a bit longer.\r\n\r\nIron-on is great for school uniforms, PE Kits or bags and much quicker than sewing.\r\n\r\nSew-In<\/b>\r\n\r\nSew-in labels offer that little bit more durability; it\u2019s the strongest method of attachment to ensure that the labels really won\u2019t get brushed off. You just need a needle and thread and a good sturdy hand.\r\n\r\nGLTC<\/a> have worked with Cash\u2019s woven name tags to develop an exclusive range of child friendly designs to ensure there\u2019s a variety of colours and motifs to choose from.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nStep 2: Choose your design<\/b>\r\n\r\nThe GLTC Top Pick<\/b>\r\n\r\nThe GLTC<\/a> Super Duper Round Name Labels are a bit special as you can choose a unique picture to fit under their name, from Monkey to Football, Flower, Strawberry, Shark or Mouse. You can then personalise the name label with their name.\r\n\r\nThese are available in both adhesive and iron-on as well as round and rectangular. However if you have lots to do and want the choice then try our Super Duper Combo Pack which gives you the choice of backing and shape.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\"image1.1\"<\/a>\"pic1\"<\/a>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nLeft & Right Shoe Labels <\/b>\r\n\r\nA really quirky option for shoes is the GLTC<\/a> Left & Right Shoe Labels which are shaped like feet! These are great for school shoes, plimsolls or trainers, so they can just peer inside and see if it\u2019s theirs. If applying a label to a shoe we recommend you apply the sticker to the inside of the shoe and cover with a clear shoe label to prevent fading and moving around.\r\n\r\n \r\n

\"pic2\"<\/a><\/p>\r\n \r\n\r\nEveryday Name Labels, Schools Essential Pack<\/b>\r\n\r\nThe Everyday School Essential Pack is a real good value pack with 5 different designs which will be suitable for a range of shapes, sizes and items. The pack contains:\r\n