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The Best Stickers

Last updated on November 2, 2020
Best Stickers

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Sticker collections have been a source of childhood joy for decades, but children can have fun with stickers even if they aren’t building a collection. Stickers are a great way to add a little bling to a laptop, tablet, backpack, skateboard, bike or any other surface.

There are so many different types of stickers, though, that it can be a chore tracking down the perfect set. The first consideration when choosing a sticker booklet will likely be the designs included in it. Whether it’s a favorite character or general designs like food and animals, there’s a collection that will easily express your kid’s unique tastes.

Once you’ve found the designs you like, you can choose from multiple configurations. There are booklets that have dozens of stickers, and there are stickers that come in sets exceeding 1,000. You can even buy one sticker at a time, although this isn’t always the most cost-effective way to go.

When it comes to price, cheaper isn’t always better. Stickers can vary in quality, so a set of more than 1,000 priced the same as one with only 100 may not give you the same quality. You may find, for instance, that the stickers fall off after a while or the color on them quickly fades.

Our Picks For The Top Stickers

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 Best Overall

CHNLML Random Stickers, 105-Piece

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CHNLML

Random Stickers, 105-Piece

Whether you're looking to decorate your guitar case, bicycle or laptop cover, these stickers are an excellent buy. They're constructed from a high-quality PVC material that's not only waterproof, but also won't fade when left out on the sun. The sticker set also makes for a great stocking stuffer come Christmas time.

Overall Take

Waterproof SetThis stickers set includes 105 unique pieces that are random, ranging between 6 and 10 centimeters in size.

 Perfect for Decorating School Supplies

VARWANEO Mixed Cartoon Stickers, 156-Piece

VARWANEO

Mixed Cartoon Stickers, 156-Piece

Using these cartoon stickers to decorate your water bottles, notebooks and phone cases is a breeze. All you need to do is clean the surface where you want to place the sticker, remove the backing from the sticker and press it flat over the prepared surface. To future secure your stickers, use the heat from a hairdryer over the area.

Overall Take

Great for TeensThese stickers are made from a high-quality vinyl that is designed to last.

 Largest Variety

Fashion Angels 1000+ Ridiculously Cute Stickers

Fashion Angels

1000+ Ridiculously Cute Stickers

There's a little bit of everything included in this sticker book, from foods to puppies to unicorns. The 40-page book includes more than 1,000 stickers, ideal for adorning cards, planners and more. These stickers are recommended for children ages 6 and up.

Overall Take

More Than 1,000 StickersYou're sure to find stickers for a variety of occasions with this set, which includes more than 1,000 stickers.

 Best for Outdoors

EL NIDO DESIGN Waterproof Stickers Assortment, 100-Count

EL NIDO DESIGN

Waterproof Stickers Assortment, 100-Count

These stickers come in different colors, are extra durable, and won’t fade or come off. They can stick to many surfaces, like bikes, snowboards, bottles, car bumpers and more.

Overall Take

Extra DurableThey are waterproof, sun proof and UV resistant.

What to Look For

  • Look carefully at reviews before buying stickers. Some sellers go with a “grab bag” approach, where the stickers pictured aren’t necessarily the ones that you’ll get. If the reviews don’t answer your questions, feel free to leave a question on the product’s Amazon page or reach out to the seller to make sure you’re getting the stickers you want.
  • If you’re applying a sticker to an item that will have exposure to sunlight and rain, look for one in vinyl. Not only can you easily wipe these stickers clean, but UV light doesn’t fade them and they’re water-resistant.
  • Some stickers can be removed and re-stuck without losing their stickiness or leaving residue behind.
  • Puffy stickers have a 3D effect that can add some pizzazz to any surface.
  • Look closely at the age recommendations for any sticker set you’re considering. Some are recommended only for older children, but even if they’re safe for all ages, you may want to supervise younger children, as any small object can become a choking hazard if swallowed.
  • Many sticker sets are advertised as being nontoxic, which is obviously a valuable feature when you’re buying something for children.

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As fun as stickers are, they have a more serious origin story. The first stickers were sold in the 1700s as tax and revenue stamps. They had a gummy glue on one side so that they could be attached to documents. That technology eventually inspired the development of postage stamps, which came along in 1837, when the U.K. used a “glutinous wash” on the stamps so they could be attached to a piece of mail after being moistened.

By the late 1800s, stickers were being affixed to products like soap and fruit crates to advertise what was inside. In 1935, mass-market stickers were introduced by Ray Staunton Avery, who created pressure-sensitive labels that could be cut into any shape. Avery’s concept eventually became Avery Labels.

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