15 Free Printable Notebook Labels​ and Printable Nametags For Back To School (You Can Customize It!)

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As the school bells prepare to ring once more, the excitement (and a little bit of chaos!) of back to school season is officially here! To help you get organized and add a personalized touch to your child’s supplies, we’ve created a fantastic collection of free printable notebook labels and printable nametags that you can easily customize.

Whether you’re looking for labels to keep subjects neatly organized, or a simple label to clearly mark your child’s belongings, we’ve got you covered. Our collection includes versatile designs, from subject labels to name labels, ensuring everything finds its rightful place. 

Best of all, these aren’t just any printables – they’re editable, meaning you can tailor each one to your child’s specific needs and preferences. No more last-minute scribbles or mismatched handwriting! With our easy-to-use template, getting ready for the new school year just got a whole lot simpler and more fun.

How To Use These Printable Labels For Notebooks​

Getting your kids ready for the new school year is a breeze with these customizable labels! Here’s a simple guide on how to use these printable labels for notebooks and nametags.

Part 1: Customizing Your Notebook Labels & Nametags in Canva

Access Your Template:

Click on the unique link you received to open the template in Canva. If you don’t have a Canva account, you’ll be prompted to create one (it’s free!). Accessing this automatically allows you to have a copy of the template. You can rename your copy if you like (e.g., “Liam’s Labels”).

Personalize Each Label/Nametag:

1. Click on the text box you want to edit (e.g., “Name,” “Subject,” “Grade”).
2. Type in your desired information (e.g., the child’s name, subject name, teacher’s name, etc.).
3. Adjust Font (Optional):
   • With the text box selected, look at the top toolbar.
   • Click the font dropdown menu (it shows the current font name) to choose a different font style.
   • Click the font size number to make the text bigger or smaller.
4. Change Color (Optional):
   • With the text box selected, click the ‘A’ icon with a color bar underneath it (Text Color) in the top toolbar.
   • Choose your preferred color from the palette.
5. Reposition Elements (Optional):
   • Click and drag any text box or graphic element to move it around until it looks just right.

Repeat for All Labels:

Go through each label and nametag on the page and customize all the necessary details.

Save Your Work:

Canva automatically saves your designs as you go, but it’s always a good idea to ensure it’s saved. Look for “All changes saved” at the top of the screen.

Part 2: Printing Your Labels & Nametags

Before you print, decide what type of paper you want to use! 

• For Stickers/Labels: Use full-sheet adhesive label paper (e.g., A4 or Letter size sticker paper).
• For Nametags/Non-Adhesive Labels: Use thick cardstock or regular printer paper (you’ll need glue or tape to attach them).

Download Your Design:

1. In the top right corner of Canva, click the “Share” button.
2. Click “Download.”
3. Recommended Download Settings:
   • File type: Select “PDF Print”. (This is the best option for high-quality printing.)
   • Pages: If you only customized one page, leave it as “All pages.” If you have multiple pages and only want to print specific ones, select them here.
4. Click the “Download” button. Your design will download to your computer’s “Downloads” folder.

Open the Downloaded File:

5. Locate the PDF file you just downloaded (it will likely open automatically in your browser or a PDF viewer like Adobe Acrobat Reader).

Print Your Labels/Nametags:

6. Go to File > Print (or click the printer icon).
7. IMPORTANT Print Settings to Check:
   • Paper Size: Make sure this matches the paper you are using (e.g., A4 or US Letter).
   • Scale/Scaling: This is CRITICAL for accurate sizing. Choose “Actual Size”, “Custom Scale: 100%”, or “Fit to Page: OFF”. DO NOT select “Fit to Page” or “Shrink Oversized Pages” as this will make your labels smaller than intended.
   • Orientation: Make sure it’s set to Portrait.
   • Quality: Select “High Quality” or “Best” if your printer has this option.
   • Paper Type: Select the appropriate paper type (e.g., “Photo Paper,” “Cardstock,” “Label Paper”) if your printer has this option, as it helps with ink adhesion.
8. Click “Print.”

That’s it! You’re now ready to add a personalized touch to all your back-to-school supplies. You can access your free printable labels and nametag templates right here!

More Free Printables To Check Out!

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We hope you find these additional printables just as helpful as our labels and nametags. We’re always looking for ways to simplify your parenting journey, so keep an eye out for more resources coming your way!

Thank you for checking out our free printable notebook labels and printable nametags! We hope these resources help make your back-to-school preparations a little easier and a lot more fun. 

We love helping families get organized, and we’re thrilled you chose to use our customizable designs.

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