Clip-On Beaded Lanyards for Kids Masks

Help kiddos keep track of their masks easily with these clip-on beaded lanyards. They’re so easy to make that the kids can even make them on their own if they want.

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It’s an understatement to say that school looks different this year. Our in-person start date was pushed back before the year even began.

Even once in-person classes do start, the kids have to wear masks on the bus, in the halls, and in many other places throughout the day.

With the 2 youngest kids in first and second grade, I was concerned about lost masks becoming a daily occurrence. Now, I don’t have to worry.

These clip-on beaded lanyards keep the masks handy and attached for the kids all day long.

Clip-On Beaded Lanyards Materials

Stretch Cording (I used this pretty rainbow one)
Scissors
Ruler or Measuring Tape
2 Metal Spring Hooks (for 1 lanyard)
Round Plastic Beads (I got mine at Michaels)

Step 1

First, measure and cut a length of cording. I recommend at least 15 inches for length because you lose some of the length when you knot it later.

Step 2

Next, tie one end of your cording to the small end of a metal spring hook.

Make sure to double knot it and pull each knot very tight.

Step 3

Then cut the excess cording (the small piece) from your knot.

Step 4

Now for the fun part. Thread beads onto your cording in your desired pattern. Don’t be afraid to play with different colors and sizes of beads.

Step 5

Stop threading beads when you reach 1 to 2 inches from the loose end of your cording.

Step 6

Next, tie your second metal spring hook to the loose end of your cording. Again, make sure that you double knot it and pull each knot very tight.

Step 7

Lastly, trim the excess cording from your knot.

My kids love these clip-on beaded lanyards. In fact, I’ve had trouble getting them to leave them alone until school starts. A good sign, I think.

With so much chaos for our little ones right now, I think it’s important to make the changes as easy as possible for them. These lanyard are one way that we can easily do that.

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