My Nametags Blog
Labelling tips, school-run survival guides, baby-name deep dives, and much more!
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We Built a Boat Out of Waterproof Name Labels – and Rowed It Down the River
We say our name labels are 100% waterproof. This summer, we decided to stop saying it and start proving it - in the most ambitious way we could think of.So,…
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How to Choose Waterproof Name Labels for Kids (That Actually Stay On)
Quick answer: The best waterproof name labels for children use printed PVC with waterproof ink and a strong adhesive, not paper or laminated stickers. For water bottles, lunchboxes and school…
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The baby names tipped to be popular in Ireland in 2026!
Expect to see a lot more baby Troys, Rorys, Isobels and Kelleys in 2026… The most popular baby names in Ireland for 2026 are being predicted and we can expect…
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Committed to Sustainability: My Nametags Receives Green Mark Level 1 Accreditation 🌍
My Nametags is delighted that we have received a Green Mark Level 1 accreditation! Green Mark provides an internationally recognised environmental cer…
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Getting Schoolchildren Comfortable With Eyeglasses
More kids need glasses than ever before. School-age children now spend less time outdoors and more time looking at nearby objects like digital devices. That makes them more likely to…
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Irish Parents the Most Lenient in Europe
New research, commissioned by My Nametags, reveals that Ireland is the most lenient parenting nation in Europe. Over half (56%) of Irish parents agree they take a relaxed approach to…
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Uncovering the Baby Names That Never Go Out of Fashion
We have been tracking baby name trends for over two decades. During this time, we have seen several name trends come and go. However, some names have stood the test…
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Our top 5 tips for applying name stickers
With the start of the new school year comes a lot of excitement but also a lot of preparation. As a parent, you have already had to go in search…
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Research from My Nametags reveals Modern Irish Parents Are the Most Lenient in History
Over half of modern parents set few or inconsistent rules for their childrenAlmost 60% of older generations adopted a clear, strict style of parenting3/4 of parents claim they spend more…
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15 DIY Gifts to Get Your Kids to Express Gratitude
Guest post by Katie Pierce Appreciation is one of the simplest and most effective ways to show your love to your children. Children need to be seen, and it’s too…
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What Exactly Do Kids Learn From Toys?
Fun and Educational Insights! Guest post by Maddie Irwin It’s no secret that kids learn through play. What may be a mystery to some parents, how…
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How To Teach Kids A New Hobby And Sports
Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash Guest post by Jordan Fuller So your kid wants to learn something new! Figuring out your role in how to teach kids a…
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5 Ways to Refresh Your Wardrobe This Year
Guest post by Hannah Boothe Fashion, like the seasons, is always in flux. And the majority of us want to appear well, which includes periodically chan…
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4 Ideas to Inspire Your Kids to Read in the Digital Age
Guest post by Tracie Johnson If you’re worried your kids would rather play video games or browse social media than pick up a book, then it&…
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Welcome, Door Stickers!
As a child, having a room that feels like your space is important. Personalising their room however, can sound like a torturous, time consuming, expen…
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Ideas to connect remotely this Christmas
Christmas is here! And with it all the light, smiles and food that this season brings. However, one thing that may be missing this year might be the b…
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5 Benefits of Decluttering Your Mind and Home
Guest post by Becca Myers Are you ready to unclutter your life? This is an ace move to make if you want to feel, think, and act better. The amount of …
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Why personalised labels are a school must-have
Labelling your children’s things for school has always been important. A previous study we did found that the average child permanently loses ni…
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What type of school label is right for me?
With children going back to school you may have started compiling a list of all the things they need for the new year. If labels are in that list (and…
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What is the real cost of our children’s lost property?
We all know children lose stuff…toys, socks, stationery, cuddly toys, books, shoes… in fact children in Ireland permanently lose 13 possessions every …
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Schools out for Summer – Fun activities to do with the kids
Summer Holidays are almost here, whether your summer will be action packed or laid back, we’ve got some ideas to help keep the children happy and ente…
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Top 5 tips for applying iron on Labels
Children have a tendency to lose clothes. They feel warm so they take their jumper off and leave it in the playground, they sit next to their friend a…
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How Labeling a Rotation of Toys Furthers Creativity & Focus
Guest post by Dawn Castell There are never enough toys. Kids may have toys busting out of their playroom, yet they think they need more. The truth is …
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Raise money for your school or nursery with My Nametags!
School and nursery is where it all starts, where you give your first steps into the world on your own, so it is only natural that we want to make thes…
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Simple and easy treats to make at Easter
Easter is fast approaching which means there will be lots of extra chocolate in our homes over the coming weeks and beyond. You may also be struggling…
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7 Simple ways to transform your child’s room
Has you child’s room looked the same for a while now? A place your children like and feel comf…
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Become more green!
The new year had the tendency to make us reflect and strive for new things. Resolutions are made – some to be kept, others to be half followed a…
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Our labels are Antimicrobial
Why labels your children’s belongings We have become increasingly aware of how quickly and easily germs can spread. With that in mind, we started to t…
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Thank You, Teacher
It’s been a hard year… but it has also been a year of growing, helping and appreciating not only what we normally take for granted but one…
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Metallic Ministickers
Match your labels to the season and your spirit! When the Christmas lights start being put up, the trees start being decorated, the carols start being…
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Five Great Games For Kids
This blog post is a shorter version of an article written by Cristin Howard on the blog Smart Parent Advice , find the full article here Playing games…
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The New Classrooms
Going back to school this year will be different – but that doesn’t mean we can’t make the best of it. Have a look at the different ways in whic…
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Back to School – The Importance of Labelling
This year’s back to school, while long awaited, may also be the cause of some concern. How many measures against covid-19 will schools realistically b…
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Family Summer Staycations – Why they are great!
Staycations are currently rising in popularity for reasons beyond our control… We mean that quite literally, it does not seem to be something one is a…
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My Nametags is back!
My Nametags is coming back in full force! And yet, slowly, cautiously, adapting and learning on how to deal with these new circumstances. After a few …
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Maxistickers
Things are easier to keep when there is no doubt who they belong to, with our new Maxistickers it’ll be hard not to know! They come in different sizes…
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Parents in Ireland Amongst the Most Likely to Feel Parental Guilt in Europe
New research has revealed that three quarters of parents in Ireland experience guilt when it comes to raising their children, with parents feeling gui…
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My Nametags Office Stickers
We are more conscious than ever of how easily and quickly germs and Bacteria can spread. Your typical day to day office equipment such as staplers, pe…
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Wall Stickers are here!
Is your little one obsessed with unicorns? Do they dream of outer space or are they fascinated by the ocean and its creatures? Maybe they love to see …
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School Timetable
With so many subjects to cover it can be hard to keep everything organised. We have created a School Timetable to help you keep their school work orga…
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Antimicrobial Nametags
Our Nametags are now Anti Microbial! My Nametags labels are now the only antimicrobial labels in the market! During the current Covid-19 Pandemic we h…
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Things to do at home with the kids
At My Nametags, we know it can be daunting to plan activities and come up with ideas to keep the kids entertained while they’re off school so we have …
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New Year… New You?
Happy New Year from all the team at My Nametags! It’s that time of year again when we all make New Year’s resolutions, set goals and plan for the year…
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Downloadable school timetable
With so many classes and after school activities it’s hard to keep everything on track, so our printable timetable is here to help! Fill it with your …
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Keep cool with our rainbow ice lollies recipe!
Cooking can be an educational and fun activity to carry out with your child, but with the summer’s heat, it’s better to choose to prepare something fr…
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Ministickers are here!
Our brand new Ministickers are perfect for labelling large amounts of equipment quickly. With 175 stickers in each set, every book, pen or pencil can …
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How to prepare for a beach day!
We all love relaxing in the sunshine, but when it comes to going to the beach, a little preparation can really make a difference. Read on our simple t…
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Celebrating the new royal baby Archie!
Have you joined the celebration for the new royal baby Archie? At My Nametags we are very excited for the latest addition to the royal family, and we …
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Guess the flower and win a set of nametags!
The weather is getting warmer, and trees are filling with flowers. We think this is one of the best times for a walk in the nature with the kids! Work…
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My Nametags turns 15!
Our company started in our founder’s living room fifteen years ago, with a single product and a simple website. Over the years we have grown as a comp…
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Help your child sleep better with our Printable Bedtime Checklist
We all love a good night’s sleep. Especially after having children, once a parent’s life suddenly becomes so much busier and tiring. But we are not th…
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Get fit with the kids!
January signals the start of a new year and the time for new beginnings. Getting fitter is often one of the top new year’s resolutions for many,…
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Get social and you could win labels!
We all know that becoming a parent for the first time is such a big step. At My Nametags, we think that sharing tips on looking after children is such…
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Give your child a head start in reading
Reading is one of the cornerstones of education and if you can encourage your child to read from an early age it will most certainly benefit them. Sta…
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Your Back to School Checklist
We can hardly believe that the summer holidays are almost over and it’s nearly time to go back to school and nursery! Whether you have a toddler…
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Get Creative this Autumn
While summer may have meant hours spent outdoors, rainy autumn days inside can still be made fun with arts and craft projects to enjoy with your kids.…
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Little Miss Inventor and STEM toys
Is your little girl or boy full of ideas and inventions? If the answer is yes then they will love our brand new Little Miss Inventor design based on t…
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The Cost of Lost Property and Getting Back in the School Routine
We carried out a survey with Irish Mums and Dads to find out their thoughts on the cost of lost property and the items which they felt would be most l…
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Looking Good on the Beach
Whether you’re soaking up the rays further afield or sampling the beaches at home, it’s time to update your beach wardrobe. We’ve do…
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Gardening with kids – Win a Children’s Toolkit!
Spending time outdoors with the kids is good for everyone and if you can get them to help with the garden or plant up some pots even better. If you ge…
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We’re on the Move Again – Plus, Win a Set of our New Smiley Face Designs!
We’re excited to let you know that have moved into new larger offices, which are three times’ the size of our old one. More space means a bigger team …
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Meet Our Mythical Creatures – Win a Set!
We’ve been working hard at My Nametags HQ to bring you some new mythical designs – mermaids and unicorns! We hope that you like them as mu…
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Our New Allergy Designs
‘Allergy’ is the most common chronic disease in Europe and it’s no wonder perhaps that parents are concerned about what they can do to reduce the risk…
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Science Experiments for Kids
Children are naturally curious and without exception all children love learning about science as it means learning all about the world around them. Sc…
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Be a Tasty Cook – Win a Recipe Book!
We are so excited to share a couple of recipes from the brand new official cookbook from Buzzfeed’s popular global food channel TASTY and PROPER…
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Meet Our New Sport Icons
We had to let you know that we’ve got seven new sport icons for you! You can decorate your trainers, boot bags and even footballs and make sure …
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Top 10 Fitness Trends for 2018
January is the time of New Year resolutions and new beginnings. Hence, it is the perfect time to start a new fitness regime or reignite an old one. We…
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Going Global Video Competition
My Nametags are delighted to have been announced as a runner-up in Google’s “MSMEs Going Global Video Competition”. The competition was la…
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Get Outside This Autumn
It’s so easy once the nights draw in to forget about the great outdoors but research has shown that spending time outside is very beneficial. No…
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Our Eco-friendly credentials
Here at My Nametags we are constantly striving to be as eco-friendly as possible from encouraging our employees to cycle to work to heating the office…
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Making Maths Fun & Practical for Kids
Without doubt the best way for children to truly ‘understand’ maths concepts is by using a very practical approach. This way you will brin…
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The Best Travel Toys for Kids
Travelling with children can stressful with children especially if it involves long waits at airports or lengthy car journeys. As a mum of four I have…
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Meet Our New Baby Animals – win a free set!
We’ve been busy this summer at My Nametags HQ designing some super cute baby animal designs. To celebrate we are giving away a free set to one lucky M…
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Ten of the Best One-Piece Swimsuits
We’ve searched high and low and found the best swimsuits on the market this summer. Go retro with florals or pastels. Bring the off-the-shoulder or th…
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How to Manage Your Kids’ Screen Time
Amanda gets asked all the time “How much screen time is healthy for kids?” If you use the following as a rough guide for age appropriate screen time y…
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Introducing our New Travel Labels
We’ve lost countless flip flops and swimming goggles on holiday not to mention the odd iPod and mobile phone. But this year we will be well-armed with…
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Top 7 Dresses to Rock Summer 2017
A dress is an essential part of every woman’s wardrobe from daytime and work wear to parties and weddings. We give you the lowdown on the 7 key 2017 S…
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Adam’s Epic Adventure – A close encounter…
Remember last week when I was getting drenched by a tropical storm outside the Sydney Opera House? Well I’m back and this time a little dryer! I…
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Adam’s epic adventure! And so it begins…
Hi, I’m Adam. You’re going to be hearing a lot more from me in the coming months. The good folks at My Nametags decided to send me off on …
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Introducing Our New Logo – Win A Teddy Bear!
We are very pleased to introduce our brand new My Nametags Teddy Bear logo! We hope you like it as much as we do. My Nametags was started by a dad in …
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Top Six 2017 Fitness Trends
The New Year is the time of re-evaluating our lives and fitness is for many people a key area. So if you started in January with the best intentions a…
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Toy Alert – What’s Hot For 2017
We sent our My Nametags’ detectives to London’s annual Toy Fair at Olympia on 24 January to find out what will be the most sought after toys for…
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Be a Tasty Cook – win a recipe book!
We are so excited to share a couple of recipes from brand new official cookbook from Buzzfeed’s popular global food channel TASTY and PROPER TAS…
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Help your child to love reading – win a book!
Children who are read to often go on to perform better at school. But how do you try to encourage a love of reading from an early age? We’ve fiv…
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Healthy Snacks for Kids – tips from mums
We all know that we should be giving our kids healthy snacks to take to school or have after school when they’re ravenous. I know from experienc…
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Know Your AW16 Fashion Trends
It’s almost the end of the summer and autumn beckons. We’ve picked the best of the latest fashion trends for AW16 so you’ll know you…
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Summer 2016 family camping ideas
Outside is the biggest adventure playground a child could wish for – which is why camping is so exciting for kids of all ages. As a family we’ve…
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Cool ways to coverup at the beach
A good beach cover up is worth its weight in gold when it comes to baring your body on the beach. Invest in a couple of pieces to throw on over your b…
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We Surveyed, You Responded!
At My Nametags we are constantly striving to better understand our customers. That’s why in April this year we decided to run a survey investigating L…
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Summer Essentials for Kids
With the holidays almost here (and a mum of four kids myself) I thought it might be helpful to list those key “must have” items kids will need over th…
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We do customised labels!
Whether you are a school or nursery looking for the smart and fast solution to lost property, or you create hand-made products and would love to label…
