What to know first
- No iron required: write, peel, and stick.
- Handwrite-only: use a permanent marker (not printer compatible).
- Washer and dryer safe, and designed to hold through multiple cycles.
- Permanent adhesive is intended for fabric and other smooth surfaces like bottles and school supplies.
- Pack includes 54 labels total (3 sheets, 18 labels per sheet).
What the Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720 is
Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720 are small, blank, white name labels designed to stick to clothing without ironing. You handwrite a name with a permanent marker, peel the label off the sheet, and press it onto the item.
They are sized at 1/2 inch by 1-3/4 inches, which is enough room for a first name and last initial, a full name if you write small, or a name plus a short note like a classroom number. The matte white background is meant to keep handwriting easy to see.
Avery sells them as non-printable labels. That is a feature, not a limitation, if your goal is quick labeling the night before school starts or before a camp trip.
Why it stands out
The main advantage is that they are built for laundry. Avery describes them as waterproof, durable, and washer and dryer safe, designed to withstand multiple washing machine and dryer cycles. For clothing labels, that is the whole point: you want the name to stay attached when the item actually gets used.
They also cover more than just clothes. Avery says the permanent adhesive can be applied to a range of smooth surfaces, including fabric, water bottles, luggage, and school supplies. That matters in real life because the stuff that gets lost is not only shirts and hoodies. It is also lunch containers, bottles, and the little accessories that all look the same in a classroom.
You get 54 labels in a pack (three sheets, 18 per sheet). For most families, that is enough to label a full back-to-school refresh without rationing every sticker.
What it is like to own
Using Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720 is as simple as it sounds. You write directly on the label with a permanent marker, then peel and apply. There is no ironing step and no special tool required.
Because they are handwrite-only, the workflow is flexible. You can label a few items now, then keep the remaining sheets in a drawer and add labels as new things show up during the year (new water bottle, replacement hoodie, sports gear).
The labels are small and flat, so they are easy to store and easy to bring along if you are labeling items at a grandparent’s house, before a sleepaway camp, or while packing for a trip.
What to know before you buy
These are not printer labels. Avery is explicit that they are handwrite-only and not compatible with printers. If you are trying to avoid handwritten names or you want a uniform, professional look, this is not the right product.
The size is also a constraint. At 1/2 inch by 1-3/4 inches, they are great for discreet labeling, but you cannot fit a lot of information. If you need a phone number, allergy note, or a long last name in big letters, you may want a larger label format.
Finally, they are designed for fabric and other smooth surfaces. If you are trying to label something highly textured or dusty, any sticker-style label can struggle. For best results, think clean, smooth spots like a clothing tag area, a hard lunch container, or a bottle with a smooth finish.
The specs that matter
Big enough for a name without being obnoxious on kids’ clothes. It also fits well on smaller gear like bottles and pencil boxes where a larger label would look messy.
One pack can cover a lot of back-to-school labeling: multiple outfits, outerwear, and the everyday gear that tends to wander.
You can label clothes quickly without heat, sewing, or extra steps. That is useful when you are labeling in batches or doing it last-minute.
You can personalize instantly, but you will see your handwriting. If you want printed names, you need a different product.
Permanent adhesive is the difference between a label that survives real use and one that peels off in a backpack or laundry.
If you are labeling clothes, it only counts if it stays on after repeated washing and drying.
Film material and a matte white surface are meant to hold up and keep writing readable, so you can spot a name quickly when you are sorting gear.
Who this product fits
You are labeling a whole back-to-school pile in one night
Write names with a permanent marker, peel, and stick. You can knock out jackets, sweatshirts, and a few key gear items without dragging out an iron or waiting for custom labels to ship.
Your kid loses water bottles and lunch containers constantly
These labels are meant to stick to smooth surfaces like bottles and school supplies, so you can put a clear name on the items that end up in the lost-and-found bin.
You need uniform labels for work or caregiving
Avery positions these for medical uniforms, nursing home clothing tags, and restaurant uniforms. The no-iron, washer-and-dryer-safe design fits the reality of frequently washed clothing.
You have multiple kids and do not want separate custom packs
Because they are blank write-on labels, you can label items for different kids from the same pack as needed, instead of ordering different printed names.
Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720 FAQ
Do Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720 need to be ironed on?
No. They are designed to be peel-and-stick with no iron required. You handwrite with a permanent marker, then press the label onto the item.
Are Avery 40720 labels washer and dryer safe?
Yes. Avery describes them as washer and dryer safe and designed to withstand multiple washing machine and dryer cycles. That is the core purpose of this label style.
Can I print on Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720?
No. They are non-printable and not compatible with printers. Avery intends them to be handwritten with a permanent marker.
What can I label besides clothing with Avery 40720?
Avery says the permanent adhesive can be applied to a range of smooth surfaces, including water bottles, luggage, and school supplies. That makes them useful for both clothes and everyday gear.
How many labels come in a pack of Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720?
You get 54 labels total. The pack includes three sheets with 18 labels per sheet.
Should you buy the Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720?
Buy Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720 if you want a simple, low-effort way to put names on clothes and school gear, and you want labels designed to survive washer and dryer cycles. The write-on format is fast, flexible, and easy to keep on hand for the whole school year.
Skip them if you want printed labels or you need more space for detailed information. For straightforward name labeling that you can do right now, Avery No-Iron Fabric Labels 40720 are a practical choice.