Milk Jug Plant Labels

Keeping Seedlings Organized

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This year we started our seeds in soil blocks are per usual. We also labeled our bocks using our old trusty duck tape method. However, when we had to pot up our seedlings into bigger, temporary pots until the last frost date passes, some blocks got mixed up. Opps. I briefly thought about making quick markers out of popsicle sticks, but then I remembered I had a fancy new Fiskars thick material punch that would be perfect for making plastic plant markers. I raided the recycle bin for a milk jug and got to work.

Supplies

• Empty milk or water jug
• Fiskars 2 Inch Thick Punch, Arrow
• Fiskars Heavy-duty Easy Change Detail Knife
• Fiskars 24X36 Inch Self Healing Rotary Cutting Mat
• Fiskars Pink Triangle Designer Bent Scissors 8″

Step 1: Cut Jug

Use the craft knife to cut off the top of the jug. Cut down the side of the jug to open it up.

Step 2: Cut Out a Smaller Section

Use scissors to cut out a smaller section of plastic.

Step 3: Trim

Trim off the curved edges of the plastic. You’ll need a flat piece in order to fit it in the punch.

Step 4: Punch

Insert one end into the punch and press down. If you’ve never used one of Fiskar’s thick punches, you are in for a treat. It cuts through the plastic like butter.

There you have it-a perfect sized arrow to use as a label! Punch out a bunch more.

Step 5: Label

Use a sharpie to write the name onto the labels.

Step 6: Place

Pop them into the pots. The arrows are perfect for sticking into the soil.

Plant Label DIY Video:

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If you need to make plant labels for larger plants in the garden, check out our Mason Jar Lid Plant Label project. It’s an excellent way to reuse old canning lids.