Custom lanyards are essential for conferences, concerts, schools and corporate offices. One common question is whether to design lanyards online or order screen-printed ones through our catalog. Here’s how each method works and what you need to know.
Two Ways to Create Custom Lanyards
Option 1: Use Our Online Design Tool
Our Design Custom Lanyards tool lets you choose your lanyard’s material, width, color, attachments and printing method. You can upload your artwork directly and see a preview in about a minute. The tool supports multiple printing methods:
- Screen printing – up to three colors on a variety of materials.
- Woven designs – your text is woven directly into high-quality polyester.
- Dye sublimation – full-color, edge-to-edge graphics on a satin-like lanyard.
Design tool orders are ideal for high-impact branding and complex graphics. Just upload your logo, choose your options and check out.
Option 2: Order Basic Screen-Printed Lanyards
For simpler designs, choose from our screen-printed lanyards (available in 3/4 inch, 5/8 inch or 1/2 inch widths). These lanyards use a silk-screen process that prints light-colored text and logos on dark materials. After selecting your color and attachment, email your logo to artwork@allthingsid.com; we’ll send a proof, and production takes about two weeks. Basic screen-printed lanyards include no setup fees, free second-side imprint and free PMS color matching.
Choosing Between the Two Options
If you need full-color or woven designs and want to upload your art instantly, use the online design tool. If your design is simple and you’re comfortable emailing your logo, screen-printed lanyards offer a cost-effective solution with quick proofing and production.
Other Lanyard Styles and Features
- Flat polyester lanyards: Comfortable and available in multiple widths with key rings, bulldog clips and swivel hooks.
- Breakaway lanyards: Include safety clips that release under pressure.
- Retractable lanyards: Combine a lanyard and badge reel for easy scanning.
- Eco-friendly lanyards: Made from bamboo or recycled PET for sustainable choices.
- Double-clip and event neck cords: Keep badges facing forward and are ideal for conferences.
FAQ
What's the difference between the online design tool and basic screen-printed lanyards?
The online design tool lets you upload artwork, choose from screen printing, dye sublimation or woven designs, and see a preview before ordering. Basic screen-printed lanyards are simpler; you select your width and color, then email your logo for silk-screen printing with up to three colors.
How do I upload my artwork or email my logo?
When using the design tool, you upload your artwork directly during the design process. If you choose basic screen-printed lanyards, email your logo to artwork@allthingsid.com after selecting your options.
What printing methods can I choose?
The design tool supports screen printing, dye sublimation and woven designs. Basic screen-printed lanyards use silk-screen printing.
How long does production take?
For basic screen-printed lanyards, production is about two weeks after proof approval. Orders placed through the design tool typically have a similar turnaround, but exact timing depends on the printing method and order size.
What attachments are available?
Common attachments include key rings, bulldog clips and swivel hooks. You can also choose specialized attachments through the design tool.