Different types of labels backing

What’s the difference between iron on backing, adhesive stick backing,sewing on backing and velcro on backing?

KSTHL Labels has been engaged in clothing accessories for over 15 years and has rich experience in various cases.

Today we will discuss “the difference between ironing woven label, sticker woven label and sewing woven label”.This is a classic question.

Sewing on backing,also called paper on backing.

This is the simplest way to attach on clothing.

It is the most commonly used woven reed.Only this type can have multiple folds. 

The back of the woven label does not have any other decoration, the entire label is woven. 

Customers need to sew it on to their clothes with a sewing machine.The most common collar labels, hem labels, woven labels on hats, etc., are sewn on woven labels. 

Different fold way for sewing on backing woven labels

But it can be folded in many different ways.Such as straight cut,end fold.mitre fold and manhattan fold.

Straight cut 

This option is very versatile because it doesn’t have any wrinkles and can be sewn anywhere on the garment (from the neck to the side).Usually, these tags are sewn on all sides, but they can only be sewn on the sides or only on the top — all the edges are heat-sealed to prevent wear and tear. 

Center fold 

This option creases in the middle (so it folds in half) and is sewn into the seam of the garment.Creases help the label lie flat, preventing it from becoming an annoyance.  The back is usually used to share care and content information if needed.They are sometimes referred to as cyclic labels, even though they do not have a firm crease. 

End fold

This option provides an elegant way to add brands to clothing without having to sew labels into seams.The end creases virtually eliminate the corners of the braided label for a soft, itch-free finish.The most common shapes are wide and narrow, however, you are free to choose whichever shape you want (as long as the ends can be folded). 

Manhattan fold

This option is almost exclusively used for hem labels (at the bottom of the garment), which are actually similar to the middle crease — however, the extra crease at the top edge eliminates the exposed corners for the cleanest look and softest feel.  Depending on the thickness of the fabric, the middle crease can be creased or looped. 

Mitre fold 

This option is usually wide and thin, like end folds, except that each end is folded up at a slight Angle, creating two labels that can be stitched into a seam.Once the tag is applied, it hangs on the tag and can be looping as a hook.Most people find this option works best with a short, wide logo. 

So what’s so special about the woven label on the back of an iron?

To be exact, it needs to be pressed at high temperatures to secure to the fabric.Yes, indeed.We also called them to be woven patches.For woven badge,there are many backing types.For example,iron on backing,adhesive backing and velcro on backing.Iron on backing is the most commonly used.

You can use an iron at home and heat it up to the wool for about 12-15 seconds.  When the tag cools, you’ll find that it’s firmly attached to it.This process is a physical reaction, non-toxic and harmless, very environmentally friendly.And clean at room temperature, will not fall off. 

Many customers do not use sewing machines, so they choose this woven label.  The downside is that it doesn’t fold.Because all folding methods require high temperature curing, hot melt adhesives melt at high temperatures.This is the only imitation of it. 

The last type of adhesive gum is the least common one.

Because of its rarity, customers often confuse it with an iron substrate.It’s a sticker like product.A lot of customers like to stick it on their luggage, tables, etc.

This type of label is not for water.Once it encounters water, its viscosity immediately drops and it easily falls off. So this is a braided label that is not suitable for clothing.   Because the laundry has to be done!

Backing is used for braided labels only, not printed labels.However, the ironed and sewn woven labels are essentially the same product, the only difference being what backing they have.The backing determines what material the label can be attached to.The various forms of support we use are as follows: 

Sew in(without backing)

This is the most traditional form of woven label;However, they require basic sewing skills to sew them into the material.If you are not confident in sewing, you can ask your local sewing shop for help, they will probably be happy to help you! 

Hot pressing (pressing)

This is easy for anyone to do because all they need is a standard home ironing machine, which you should already have!However, if this is your first time attaching the label with a hot pressed backing, you may have some difficulty getting the label to stick firmly together, so we recommend testing the first few times on some spare scrap materials.This will help you feel the process. 

Adhesive backing

This backing is a very common type of back in promotional products, it is similar to the role of self-adhesive, only need to peel and paste.It also often appears on paper bags because it sticks to the paper easily.This backing is the easiest to attach, so if you’re not confident with sewn on or hot pressed backing, this is a great option to try first!    

Velcro on backing

Also known as hook and ring patch.A very beautiful 80 denier weight.One side of the hook is a patch on the back with a separate loop side sewn on your garment or item. 

Make your own labels

When you first make your own label, you can be overwhelmed by all the decisions you have to make and the choices you have.We hope you feel more informed after reading this guide, but if you’re overwhelmed and still don’t know where to start, just keep these key points in mind: 

• Color:At Wovenlabelhk we have a large selection of colors for you to choose from when you choose the line for your label.If your company already has a logo and you’re trying to copy your label, we should be able to match the color for you!If you have trouble finding specific colors, please feel free to send us a message and we will try our best to help you. 
• Size:If your label has a simple design, you’ll have more options when it comes to the size of your label.Complex designs require larger labels so that we have enough space to include all the details clearly.If this is your first time designing labels, try to keep this in mind and aim to simplify your design.This will also lower your costs, as small tags are cheaper than big tags! 
• Different types of backing:If you read the “Use and Attach Labels” section above, you may already be familiar with the differences in backing.As you choose among our three tag support options, it helps to consider a few things. 

First of all, what material do you stick the label on? For example, a sticky substrate is perfect for paper, but it’s not the best choice for a T-shirt tag because it will eventually fall off.Another thing to consider is your experience with labeling.If you haven’t tried sewing labels or using an iron to secure labels before, it’s best to get help or take a sample first to test your method.Our choices are not too complicated, so please don’t be afraid to try!