New school year, new supplies, new labels. These Back-to-School Printable Labels are an easy way to make notebooks, folders, containers, pencil cases, water bottles, and other school essentials feel a little more personal — and way easier to keep track of.
The best part? You can print them at home and have everything labeled before the first day.
What You’ll Need
- Printable label sheet
- Home printer
- Sticker paper or full-sheet adhesive paper
- Scissors or paper trimmer
- Your school supplies
- Optional: clear adhesive or laminate for extra durability
Step 1: Download Your Labels
Download your printable label file and save it somewhere easy to find on your computer.
The sheet is designed for US Letter 8.5 x 11 inch paper, so make sure your printer is set to Letter size.
Step 2: Print
For the easiest application, print onto full-sheet sticker paper.
Before printing the entire sheet, check your printer settings:
- Paper size: 8.5 x 11 in / Letter
- Scale: 100% / Actual Size
- Turn off Fit to Page or Scale to Fit
- Use the highest-quality print setting available
If you're using regular paper, you can print the labels and attach them with adhesive.
Pro tip: Do a test print on plain paper first to make sure everything is aligned correctly.
Step 3: Cut
Once printed, carefully cut around each label using scissors or a paper trimmer.
For the circular labels, cut along the outside edge of the circle.
No need to make it complicated — just take your time for clean edges.
Step 4: Apply
Peel the backing from each label and stick it onto a clean, dry, smooth surface.
Try to place the label once rather than repeatedly repositioning it, especially on adhesive paper.
These labels are perfect for:
- Notebooks
- Folders
- School containers
- Pencil boxes
- Binders
- Lunch containers
- Craft supplies
- Storage bins
- Personal school gear
For water bottles or items that will get wet, consider adding a clear protective layer or laminate for extra durability.
Back-to-School, But Make It Cute
A few minutes of labeling now can save so much confusion later. Plus, colorful labels make basic school supplies feel more fun and personalized.
Print them, cut them, stick them, and you're officially back-to-school ready.