Some great ideas Kristina.
Remember that if you cut the labels into pieces, only one recording can be
associated with the pieces. You cannot make more than one recorded label for
the different pieces. I’ve found this to be an excellent way to label CDs and
jewel cases so they get back together after being in a shuffler or in some
other way get separated from each other. Using pieces might also work if
someone had multiple containers of something such as medicine bottles, canned
goods, etc where you would want several identical labels.
Roberta McCall
CVRT
From: visionrehabtherapist-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:visionrehabtherapist-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Brown, Kristina
L.
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 1:19 PM
To: 'patncavi@xxxxxxxxx'; visionrehabtherapist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [visionrehabtherapist] Re: Pen Friend ??
I have had some experience with the PenFriend and hope I can help.
1. Yes, you can mark on the labels or fix bump dots or high marker. You can
cut them in half, or quarters even. As long as there is a piece of the label to
record on you’re good to go!
2. Yes, they work for labeling items in the freezer. I laminate them with
self- adhesive laminate (not the laminate that has to run through the high heat
press) or place then in ziplock baggie or sheet protector to be safe. I have
even covered them with a clear packaging tape. I’ve always fixed them to an
index card material cut into various sizes and colors for contrast. I use a
hole punch through the index card and use a rubber band. See picture attached.
They have always worked from behind plastic covering.
3. As far as using the laundry labels, all I know is that it is not
recommended to wash them above 50 degrees. No minimum temp mentions in their
directions. And have not personally tried them for freezer use.
I hope this has helped in some way.
Kristina
From: visionrehabtherapist-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:visionrehabtherapist-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Pat Wilson
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 6:50 AM
To: visionrehabtherapist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [visionrehabtherapist] Pen Friend ??
Hi, I am working with a woman who has NLP, has a hearing loss, and diabetic
neuropathy in her hands. We are trying to find a way for her to identify
what's in her freezer and hear the cooking directions. I would like to try a
Pen Friend with her and have these questions:
1. Can I put a raised dot of Spot-n-Line or Hi Marks on the labels to the
left of where the pen goes so she will know where to aim the Pen? Do you have
another suggestion?
2. Will the labels work after being in the freezer? Do they need to be
covered to protect them from moisture? Will they work if laminated? Do you
have any suggestions for attaching the label to the polybag so that it may be
reused for the replacement bag? I was thinking of using a tag and rubber band
method but don't want to re-invent the wheel if there's a proven method.
3. If regular labels aren't recommended for the freezer, what about the Pen
Friend laundry label set?
If you have any other ideas or suggestions, I'm open to them.
I emailed the company but have had no response.
Thank you!
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Pat Wilson, COMS, VRT
North Country Association for the Visually Impaired
22 US Oval, Ste B-15
Plattsburgh, NY 12903
518-562-2330
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Pat Wilson, COMS, VRT
North Country Association for the Visually Impaired
22 US Oval, Ste B-15
Plattsburgh, NY 12903
518-562-2330
