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Ordering lanyards for an event, conference or festival might leave you wondering a few questions. Which material is right for me? Which printing method should I choose? And how long should the lanyards be? The good news is that we have done a lot of the groundwork for you, so you can focus on what […]

A PET lanyard had nothing to do with your cat or dog. PET stands for polyethylene terephthalate and it is a type of plastic commonly used to make plastic bottles. Creating polyester fabric from recycled plastic bottles is an increasingly popular way to deal with the increasing amount of waste plastic in the world. If […]

Whether you are going on the first cruise or your tenth cruise, there are still things you can learn about maximising your onboard experience. From making the most of your cabin space to packing the right clothing and essentials for your trip, there’s no shortage of cruise hacks to learn. In this article, we are […]

The Sunflower Lanyard is an initiative to help bring some visibility to invisible disabilities. When you learn that one in five people in the UK has a disability, you might start to wonder where all of these people are. But when you learn that 80% of disabilities are invisible, it becomes easier to understand how […]

Security in your workplace is not only integral to your business, but also for the safety of your employees. Regardless of your industry, workplace lanyards can be the ideal way to increase security measures for your business premises. Here are a few ways that the right screen printed lanyard can make your workplace a much safer environment: […]

When we talk about how versatile lanyards are, we are so focussed on how you use them. You can use them to display a name badge, keep an ID card close to hand, carry your hand sanitiser or keep your USB drive safe. But this isn’t the only way lanyards are incredibly versatile; they are also versatile […]

If you’re sat on the train on the commute to work reading this blog, or if you’re in the office, have a look around you. All of your colleagues will be wearing some form of uniform, whether it’s smart business attire, whether it’s a name badge, or whether it’s a lanyard. There will be something […]

A whistle lanyard is a loop of fabric worn around the neck with a whistle attached to the end. They are very popular with hikers, sports coaches and dog walkers. Dogs trained to respond to a whistle will hear this a lot better than their owner’s voice, so it can be a safer option when […]

Making your own lanyards is a fun activity that almost anyone can master. When you create your own lanyards, you’ll have complete control over the colour, design, size and extra features. This is perfect if you need to customise your lanyard for a specific purpose. If you’re struggling for inspiration, here are a few lanyard ideas […]

Its a question we sometimes hear from our customer “Why are lanyards called lanyards?” Well, we’re all familiar with modern-day lanyards. They’re the attire of choice for conference attendees and parents love them for keeping track of small items for their little ones. But how much do we actually know about these humble bits of […]