Holiday Sewing Labels for Handmade Items

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When you are making handmade items as gifts, it is always nice to add a custom sewing label for a special touch. That way the recipient will always remember who made them a gift with love.

Sewing labels can be simple with graphics such as hearts, or they can be customized with your name. Some sewing labels even add a touch of snarkiness and sassiness to your homemade creations.

variety of custom sewing labels for handmade items displayed on pink and white backgrounds, with the text "Custom Labels for Handmade Items"

The type of custom label you choose depends on your relationship with the gift recipient, as well as how many you need. Many of these labels can be bought in small quantities (less than 10) or you can buy larger quantities if you plan on sewing a lot!

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Custom Name Sewing Labels

These custom sewing labels make every gift handmade special because you can add a tag with your name on it.

Get personalized labels with whatever name you choose, either your actual name or a family name such as Grandma, Auntie Kim or a nickname. You could even choose a business name.

A variety of custom sewing labels on a white surface, featuring different designs, colors, and text styles, including rainbows and animals.
Photo: Etsy/LoveSewingLabel

Faux Leather Sewing Labels

Not all sewing labels are fabric. Did you know you can get personalized faux leather labels?

Several engraved wooden labels on a knit fabric, reading "Handmade by Joanne," "Molly's Macrame," and "Handmade by GiGi.
Photo: Etsy/Cutpie Studio

These small labels are ideal for hats and small handmade items.

What I love about these labels is that you can customize with your name and a symbol. Plus, you can choose the font!

Large Custom Sewing Labels

If you need a larger label for blankets or quilts, these personalizd labels are perfect for Christmas gifts.

blue and white quilts with a large personalized sewing label sewn on the corner, displayed on a wooden table
Photo Credit: Etsy/EverEmblem

What I love about these name sewing labels is that you can customize a LOT! Choose the name and saying, and even the font style.

You don’t have to wonder what they will look like, either, because you will receive a proof image online before your order is shipped, just so you can make sure everything looks as you ordered.

Christmas Sewing Labels

These Christmas sewing labels are the perfect addition to homemade gifts for the holidays when you want to add a little humor to your sewing project!

funny Christmas sewing labels displayed against a pink background
Photo Credit: Etsy/TheCosyClubHandmade

I can just imagine adding the Fleece Navidad label to a cozy blanket!

Sassy Sewing Labels

We all know that homemade gifts can often be a source of frustration, right? It ain’t always easy to sew!

These “This Took Forever” sewing labels will make them laugh!

hand holding a cream colored sewing label with a star and the text "this took forever"
Photo Credit: Etsy/KBoxFabrics

Handmade with Love Sewing Labels

These plaid labels are perfect for Christmas gifts, yet are also suitable year round.

hand holding a plaid sewing label with the text "handmade with love" against a pink backdrop
Photo: Etsy/TheCosyClubHandmade

Personalized Holiday Labels

These custom holiday sewing labels are perfect for Christmas gifts that you sew! One pack has 8 different customized labels in a variety of sizes. The add whimsy and color to homemade gifts such as hats, blankets and scarves.

a selection of personalized holiday sewing labels is displayed on a green background
Photo Credit: Etsy/EverEmblem

Organic Cotton Labels

These long, organic cotton twill labels can be customized with a website if you are sewing to sell. Or just choose a custom font and image to make a label that is uniquely your own design.

personalized organic cotton sewing labels displayed on a white background
Photo: Etsy/MommieMadeIt

These are just a few of the MANY unique items you can find in Etsy’s Holiday Hub. If you want to support small businesses, this is a great place to do some holiday shopping online!

A vibrant collage of sewing labels for handmade items, showcasing diverse designs, colors, and text styles.

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