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Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl Lanyards

Filed Under: Project Tutorials

So my kids needed some way to keep up with their YMCA membership cards – and I needed to get them out of my wallet. Heat transfer vinyl, my Silhouette Cameo, and some cheap lanyards to the rescue! As I was making the lanyards, I got to thinking that this would be a fabulous way to use up heat transfer vinyl scraps (which we all have plenty)!

Heat Transfer Vinyl Lanyard Tutorial

  1. Create your design. Here’s what my Silhouette Studio file looked like: Silhouette Cameo & Cricut Explore or Maker Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Lanyards - by cuttingforbusiness.com
  2. Cut and weed the heat transfer vinyl. Silhouette Cameo & Cricut Explore or Maker Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Lanyards - by cuttingforbusiness.com
  3. Cut your design into strips. I used my Cutterpillar, but your favorite scissors will work. Silhouette Cameo & Cricut Explore or Maker Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Lanyards - by cuttingforbusiness.com
  4. Prepress your lanyards and line up your vinyl. If you are using small scraps and having a hard time keeping them in place, buy some heat resistant tape. Silhouette Cameo & Cricut Explore or Maker Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Lanyards - by cuttingforbusiness.com
  5. Finally, press your vinyl onto the lanyard. I used my Cricut EasyPress™ because it is convenient for small projects and works well. You can read my thoughts on it in this post. Silhouette Cameo & Cricut Explore or Maker Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Lanyards - by cuttingforbusiness.com
  6. That’s it! Quick and easy project. Silhouette Cameo & Cricut Explore or Maker Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Lanyards - by cuttingforbusiness.com

Heat Transfer Vinyl Lanyards as Money Makers

Now, what if you are looking to turn lanyards into a money maker? You can! I think that generic phrases on lanyards like “I Love Nursing”, “I Teach”, or “School is Cool” would be great impulse items at your next craft show and should sell for a few dollars each. When thinking of phrases to use on your lanyards – think of who might wear them. Many doctors, nurses, teachers, and students wear lanyards every day.

Where to Buy Lanyards

Blank lanyards should cost no more than $0.50 each. Pick some up at your favorite wholesaler or grab a pack to test the market on Amazon. If you sew, there are several DIY lanyard tutorials on Pinterest.

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Silhouette Cameo & Cricut Explore or Maker Scrapbuster Project: Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) Lanyards - by cuttingforbusiness.com

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Comments

  1. Diana (Dee) Bain says

    October 30, 2017 at 10:14 am

    Super idea; thanks!

    Reply
    • Christine says

      October 31, 2017 at 11:27 am

      My pleasure!

      Reply
  2. Troy says

    October 30, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    I thought the custom/personalized lanyards would be good additions to my Etsy shop. However, after doing some research on Etsy, I see that there are over 90,000 listings for lanyards in there. Just a bit too much competition for me. lol

    But thanks for the awesome tutorial. I’ll probably make these for my wife, daughter, and other family members as gifts.

    Reply
    • Christine says

      October 31, 2017 at 11:27 am

      Yes, but great for craft shows!

      Reply
  3. DeAnne Ridge says

    November 9, 2017 at 12:53 pm

    So is there a preferred material for the lanyards? I see they have both nylon and cotton. I’m thinking cotton would be more versatile? Any experience?

    Reply
    • Christine says

      November 9, 2017 at 1:35 pm

      Cotton is preferred. If you are using nylon, you’ll need to be sure to have a heat transfer material that adheres to nylon. Check the manufacturer instructions.

      Reply
  4. Cooki says

    November 11, 2017 at 5:03 pm

    Awesome! This a great idea. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Christine says

      November 13, 2017 at 9:04 am

      Happy to share!

      Reply
  5. Kim Garcia says

    April 11, 2019 at 1:50 pm

    Could you share links for what lanyards and htv material you used? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Christine, Cutting for Business says

      May 18, 2019 at 8:46 am

      Here is a link for the lanyards: https://amzn.to/2VNs2o0. I used leftover scrap materials, so all different kinds of HTV.

      Reply

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