| Bath Towels |
Centered about 2" above the border or 4"
above the hem, opposite the side with the label |
3 1/2" to 4" |
| Beach Towels |
Centered, 5" above the hem |
4" to 5" |
| Fingertip Towels |
Centered, 2 1/2" from the hem |
2 1/2"; |
| Hand Towels |
2" to 3" above the hem or 1 1/2"
above the border |
2 1/2" to 3" |
| Wash Cloths |
2" above the hem or 1 1/2" above the border |
1" to 2" |
| Napkins |
Centered in corner of napkin on opposite side of
any label |
1" to 2" |
| Pillowcases |
Centered above the hem on decorative pillowcases
(names are more popular with children; initials are more appropriate
for adults) |
Above 3" hem: 1 1/4" to 2 1/2" |
| Sheets |
Centered 2" above the sewn band of the sheet,
but sewn on the reverse side so it's visible when the sheet is folded
over (many people prefer full names - especially on children's sheets) |
On hem: 3" Above the hem: 3" to 5" |