Idea for a DIS lanyard ID

[MiJo]

I came up with a "Do It Yourself" idea for a "DIS lanyard ID" to help identify members of the DIS while at WDW. I passed the idea along to Pete and have received his permission to post it. The ID fits in the plastic "pocket" of the lanyard I received at EPCOT for a CP package a few years back.
Here is a link to a photo of the DIS ID: DIS Lanyard ID
The ID was created on a piece of glossy photo paper using MicroSoft Word2000. I used a rectangular "autoshape", 3 1/2" x 4", which I outlined in black. I then created Mickey's head using 3 oval "autoshapes". These, I "filled" with lime green. I then added "The DIS" and my name in lime green using text boxes. I added my DIS screen name (MiJo) to Mickey's head in black using another text box. The text boxes are "no fill". To finish it off, I "filled" the original 3 1/2" x 4" rectangle using 2 colors, yellow and white, in a horizontal "shading style".
It is not as difficult as it may sound but it does take a little manipulation and knowledge of Word. If you're bored and enjoy playing around with Word, have fun designing your own ID!

 

[TerryU.]

I like the idea! It looks pretty good. I would like one also.

 

[danny1649]

Very

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

That's pretty nifty!

I am completely worthless at technical stuff, and my dear friend who could figure it out is away until after my trip!

Maybe I can draw a Mickey head with a lime green marker...

 

[ugadog99]

I like it and would love to have one! I always wear my lanyard and maybe I'd meet some DISers that way!

 

[TammiMcMan]

That's a great idea. I'm always kind of nervous approaching people wearing lime green. It would be great to just peek at their lanyard and know for sure.

 

[nativetxn]

I'll have to try to make one of these. Great idea.

Katholyn

 

[SnackyStacky]

The ones I made for our honeymoon looked like this:

Basically the same as yours, I just used the Mickey paint chips from Home Depot. I love the idea!

 

[momshark]

Great idea! Where can I get the clear pocket?

 

[SnackyStacky]

Great idea! Where can I get the clear pocket?

Most office supply stores sell them.

Disney also sells a nifty "fastpass/admission holder". I used that for mine, cause it came with a neat clip and an extenable thread.

 

[momshark]

Thanks, Dan!

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

We bought our badge holders at Office Max in the "label" aisle. There is a clear plastic widow in the front, and a little zipper compartment on the back. Perfect for our Park Hoppers, room keys, Fast Passes, and a few Disney Dollars. There is a sliding plactic toggle thing so you can adjust the length of the strap. They were about $4 each.

I can't wait to use them! We are SO close!

 

[Swimnoid]

Very cool!

 

[LSUDis]

Katholyn,

68 pounds!!!!! Wow, I am impressed and awestruck. Way to go!