
Happy Monday! Today I want to share my experience having custom labels made to use in my sewing projects. A few months ago I was contacted by Dutch Label Shop about trying out their labels. It was pretty serendipitous because I had just started thinking seriously about having some labels made.
Before we dive in: I was provided a credit from Dutch Label Shop to order my custom labels, so I paid very little out of pocket for my labels. That said, I was under no obligation to write this post, and would not have if I wasn't happy with my labels. Just wanted to be up front about that!




When I'm ready to stitch a label into a project, I find my spot and then baste it in place. Often times I'll pin the label flat to the project so that the finished side doesn't accidentally get caught in the seam. In hindsight, since I do make a lot of bags (which usually have a larger seam allowance), I probably should had done 1/2" or 3/8" of taffeta for the seam allowance. Since I'm basting them in place anyways, it's easy to mark out my 1/2" stitching line and place them accordingly.

I've been using my labels in most of my finished projects for the last two months, and I'm really happy with how they turned out. I went with my gut and kept them simple, just black and white, so they go with everything. My labels are the woven logo labels, which allowed me to upload my logo file and fully customize my labels. I put in all the information using their tool and then explained exactly what I had in mind in the comments box just to reiterate my choices. I got a photo proof, and they nailed it!


Overall, I'm really pleased with how they turned out. I just finished a gift this weekend that has one sewn in, I'm so excited to give it! I feel like it not only adds a professional touch, but it's a little lasting note that says "Jeni made this!"

Happy Making!
Did you sew on the 1/4" of taffeta or did the label company do that for you?
ReplyDeleteThey did! :)
DeleteI love your new label. It's perfect.
ReplyDeletei have just recieved my labels and love using them they are so cute. Glad you love yours too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the post. I have been looking around for some labels myself!
ReplyDeleteI keep forgetting to put my labels in!! But I am grabbing one right now to place with my current project so I don't forget!
ReplyDeleteI got labels from Dutch Label Co too and love them. Unfortunately while they're perfect for quilts they're too large for pouches and bags. I think I'll reorder using your size info. Yours look to be a perfect size.
ReplyDeleteI love your labels. They're cute and simple and very appealing. It's a great idea. I have actually been very good about always making and attaching labels to all the quilts I've ever made - pretty much, quilts is all I make - and I've gotten in the habit of putting a lot more information on my labels: name of quilt, name of recipient, name of machine quilter (essential in my opinion), occasion for the present, date and place of completion. So while I love your ready made labels, I think, for me, it would be hard to get used to the scaled down version.
ReplyDeleteI love your labels! They're so sweet, pretty and simple! Very attractive.
ReplyDeleteJeni, I've been trying to create a label but I don't see an option for adding the tafeta is this a special request on your part?
ReplyDeleteHi! They talk about it in the FAQ (I'll put that link below), and I just asked for it in the comments section of the form! - https://www.dutchlabelshop.com/en_us/faq#faq-item-7
DeleteThey look perfect on your projects. Noticeable but not detracting from the item itself.
ReplyDeleteThey're sooo perfect Jeni, I just love the special touch they add. And agreed on the size, it's just right!
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting. They are the perfect addition to your line.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this info! I’ve been thinking of getting labels. Perfect timing!
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