How to Make a Lanyard for your ID, Keys or Work Badge : Easy Step By Step Instructions - Birdie Jean Wholesale Craft Supply Boutique

How to Make a Lanyard for your ID, Keys or Work Badge : Easy Step By Step Instructions

Here’s super easy step-by-step guide on how to make a lanyard using gros grain ribbon, including all the necessary hardware and supplies:

Hand Sewn Version: Option A

Supplies / Equipment:

– 5 yards of gros grain ribbon – Check out our AWESOME selection HERE

– Swivel lobster clasp

– Jump ring (6-8mm)

– Needle and thread or hot glue gun

– Scissors

Steps:

1. Cut two pieces of gros grain ribbon, each measuring 2 yards long.

2. Fold each piece of ribbon in half and place them on top of each other, with the folded ends aligned.

3. Use a needle and thread or hot glue gun to secure the two pieces of ribbon together at the fold.

4. Take one end of the ribbon and loop it through the swivel lobster clasp.

5. Use a jump ring to secure the end of the ribbon to the other end of the ribbon, creating a loop.

6. Repeat step 4 and 5 on the other end of the ribbon.

7. Your lanyard is now complete and ready to use!

For additional visual instructions or tutorials, check out these helpful links:

– This video tutorial shows you step-by-step how to make a lanyard using gros grain ribbon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5b_FfnUNpgI

– For free patterns and further inspiration, check out this blog post from Craftsy: https://www.craftsy.com/post/how-to-make-a-lanyard/

Lanyard Instructions Using a Sewing Machine: Option B

Supplies/Equipment:

– 5 yards of gros grain ribbon – Check out our AWESOME selection here

– Swivel lobster clasp

– Jump ring (6-8mm) * see note below

– Sewing machine

– Thread

– Scissors

Steps:

1. Cut two pieces of gros grain ribbon, each measuring 2 yards long.

2. Fold each piece of ribbon in half and place them on top of each other, with the folded ends aligned.

3. Use a sewing machine to sew a straight stitch along the entire length of the ribbon, about 1/4 inch from the edge.

4. Take one end of the ribbon and loop it through the swivel lobster clasp.

5. Use a jump ring to secure the end of the ribbon to the other end of the ribbon, creating a loop.

6. Repeat step 4 and 5 on the other end of the ribbon.

7. Your lanyard is now complete and ready to use!

For more detailed instructions and visual tutorials, check out these links:

– This video tutorial shows you how to make a lanyard using gros grain ribbon and a sewing machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqCJCoz8vZk

– For free patterns and further inspiration, check out this blog post from So Sew Easy: https://so-sew-easy.com/diy-lanyard-tutorial/

Note: A jump ring with a diameter of around 6-8mm should work well for this project. However, the size of the jump ring may differ depending on the size of the swivel lobster clasp and the thickness of the ribbon used. It’s always a good idea to test out different sizes of jump rings before finalizing your project.

Notes: For a lanyard, gros grain ribbon with a width of 1 inch is commonly used. However, you can also experiment with different widths to achieve your desired look and functionality. Just make sure the ribbon is thick enough to hold up to daily wear and tear.

Embellishment Idea:

Here’s how you can add a planar resin with a hole drilled in it for embellishment on a lanyard:

1. Choose a planar resin with a drilled hole that matches the width of your ribbon (or drill a hole yourself using an electric drill and a small drill bit) – Check out our AWESOME selection of Planar Resins HERE

2. Thread a jump ring through the hole in the resin and close it securely.

3. Use pliers to open another jump ring and thread it through the first jump ring and through the loop at the end of your lanyard.

4. Close the jump ring securely using pliers.

5. Your lanyard is now complete with a beautiful planar resin embellishment!

I hope these instructions help you create a beautiful and functional lanyard !! Drop me a comment if you have any questions or want to let me know your thoughts about this lanyard tutorial.

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