What kind of labels do you use?

[France]

Hi all!
I am in need of labelling help. Hubby is frustrated as there are all these things in the fridge but he can't tell what's what all the time (I would be in the same boat except I make the food! )

I have used Avery labels, writing on them, and putting them on the jars, but sometimes they don't come off nicely.
I've bought some gorgeous "chalkboard" labels but the chalk rubs off as soon as I touch the label
If I use a sharpie to write on the jar, it usually wears off
Masking tape is good but it doesn't look very nice (however it's my favourite method so far).

Sticky tape seems to get unstuck with condensation.

I have access to an inkjet printer, I have lots of textas/sharpies but no laser printers
and lots of food not getting eaten because others don't know what's what!

I need help! 

Thanks for any advice, suggestions, etc. (on some Decor containers I can use the little tabs they give you sometimes, but I can't remember where I put them, so step 1: look for tabs, but I need other ideas for other containers!) 

[*suzanne*]

I have onne of those label makers works great they stay on in the fridge and freezer and come of without leaving a sticky mess

[judydawn]

Have you seen these labels from Superkitchenmachine France. 

[France]

Oh yeah, Suzanne, I have one of those... They are good, but won't stick if the jar's cold (then again maybe my tape is really old!)

I did see the lovely labels Judydawn, absolutely wonderful for gift-giving! They are just gorgeous! But too nice for every day use?

I guess those two systems are great for something that lasts a while, but for a little container of this or that or leftovers....
and what about those bowls with leftovers in them, masking tape on the glad wrap?

I think I'm hoping for some vinyl labels, that just stick to glass and china, that you could write on with a sharpie....
Ahhhh.... I'm wondering if those glass markers (you know, the washable ones that come in cute kiddy colours) would maybe work on my chalkboard stickers!!!

I love how this is getting the cogs in motion!!! keep 'em coming (now I have to go to bed however, an April cold is no fun at all!)

[CreamPuff63]

I reckon if its in the fridge where no one can see it and masking tape is doing a really good job, don't worry about the look. sometimes the simplest method is the best.

[cookie1]

I use Avery labels. If I don't get it off properly I just stick the new one over it! They usually soak off though. Masking tape is a good idea. Cut the ends on a slant if you want to make it 'pretty' for everyday use. 

[obbie]

I have a little labeling machine, that I use.you can get different colors in the tape.

[Kimmyh]

Mini post it notes held on with scotch magic tape works for me. Sometimes they stick better to the lid rather than the jar.

[teagg]

Scotch magic tape with biro or permanent marker pen.
Easy to remove. Quick.
And I've got the bits in my drawer!
HTH
Gillian

[Jadey]

I use tupperware modular mates labels for the pantry and brother p-touch for basically everything that doesn't cover.

[France]

Wow, so many awesome ideas!!!
Keep'em coming... I'm still thinking however I did try the angle-cut masking tape today and the avery labels (gave them a go again).

I always loved magic tape! I like that idea too!!!

not one bad idea here yet! LOL!
 

[Aussie Brenda]

When I saw the topic is giggled and thought gee I use masking tape, well don't our great minds think alike, I have a hand held printer for thing that are permanent .

[astarra]

label machine here - or sharpie/texta on gladwrap/bags. 
Or for jars I use freezer labels from Woolworths. Come off with a bit of water when the jar gets washed after use, but seem to stay put til then. 

[goldfish]

   Thinking I should start labelling things . . .   I label bags, etc going into the freezer . . but in the fridge would be helpful, too. Pantry stuff labelled with one of those labelling machines . .

[meganjane]

I use clear avery labels and write on them with permanent marker. I have a Brother Labeller, but the labels don't come off easily when you want them to come off.