Even though there are plenty of different lanyard choices, a lot of people don’t really know what are in the starter kits. Since there are four main types of lanyards (cord, flat, beaded, tubular), you have to purchase one that will suit your own personal needs. Plus, the reason you’re making it is going to come into play as well.Today we want to focus on everything involved with a starter kit. Sure you could go look through them all yourself, but we wanted to spare you the time. It could also be a huge help for anyone who wants to start making lanyards themselves, but doesn’t really want to spend the money on a starter kit. If this is the case we do have to tell you that in most cases; it’s less expensive to purchase a starter kit. You have all the essentials handy, and you don’t have to travel to the closest hobby and crafts store to get everything. So here is what you will find:
* Plastic Cording- These are essential pieces to making your lanyard. Granted, it’s not always cording that is used. You could end up with other materials like nylon, polyester, or even cotton strands. No matter what you receive, these are used to make the lanyards.
* Measuring Wheel- In order to end up with a complete lanyard you will have to do a lot of measuring with the strands. A wheel is given to you in a starter kit to make it a bit easier. Don’t worry, these are usually made of foam. The best part about it is the amount of time you save making the lanyard.
* Keyrings- Since a lot of people make lanyards to hold their keys, several starter kits will automatically come with keyrings. The actual amount depends on the product, but you can see anywhere from 1 to 15. If you’re a beginning lanyard maker then we recommend utilizing the keyring before jumping into other options. It’s by far the easiest approach.
* Clasps- There are several variations when it comes to clasps. You can go with plastic ones, metal ones, or even magnetic ones depending on your need. Most starter kits will offer a plastic or metal one, because they’re the most common. These are used to keep the lanyard around your neck or wrist.
These four pieces can usually be found in almost every lanyard starter kit. When purchasing a starter kit you should consider the color, design, and approach you want to take. There are several different customizable features associated with lanyards. You can definitely create a unique approach if you have all the supplies in front of you.
So will you go with a starter kit or purchase everything yourself? If you decide to do a beaded lanyard then we highly recommend a starter kit. The beads alone could be quite expensive when purchased individually at a local craft store. Whatever the case may be, you just need to figure out what you want to make.
If you have no idea then try an inexpensive choice first and see if you like it. Chances are you’re going to love it, because lanyard making can become quite addictive!
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