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[Made with Construction Paper] Handmade Name Tag Ideas
Name tags are an essential item for helping people remember your name and making it clear who items belong to.
This is especially true for children, who can easily lose track of their seats or belongings, so name tags are often used as markers.
In this article, we’ll share ideas for making name tags out of construction paper that are handy in those situations.
There are many ways to use them—placing them on desks, attaching them to bags or clothing, and more.
They’re useful not only for children but also for adults, such as when meeting new people or assigning roles.
Many of these ideas are easy to adapt, so please use them as a reference.
[Made with construction paper] Handmade name tag ideas (1–10)
Standable name tag
Let’s try making a nameplate like a place card.
You’ll need one sheet of origami paper and a piece of cardstock to write the name on.
The origami folds are easy overall, though there are a few slightly detailed steps—not exactly complicated, but a bit precise.
Once you get past those, you might find yourself wanting to make lots of them.
If you memorize the folding method, you can use it for parties or any gatherings.
In the end, paste the paper with the name on top, and decorate with cute flower stickers, lace stickers, or leftover origami to give it a bright, festive look.
Pass case name tag
A pass case that’s handy for riding trains and buses can actually double as a name tag! Cut a thick piece of backing paper to the size of the pass case and attach colored construction paper to it.
Place a ring holder made from the same colored paper in between, then attach another piece of colored paper of the same size to the back.
Next, prepare a piece of colored paper that’s about 1 cm shorter in height than the base, and cut out a rectangular window so the name tag will be visible when inserted.
Attach a thin acrylic sheet (or similar) cut to fit over that window, cut an oval notch at the top center, then glue it to the base to finish.
Thread a cord through the ring, insert a cardstock or paper with your name written on it, and you’re ready to go!
Hand-drawn POP letter name tag
The pop-style lettering you see in stores has a 3D look and gives off a bright vibe, doesn’t it? Master POP lettering and try using it for name tags! Write the letters with generous spacing, then outline around them.
Fill in the color inside the letters—it’s okay if the color goes a little over the lines or the gaps between letters get tight.
Add a line under the letters and let it dry well, then draw the outlines in a color different from the letters, like black.
Next, frame around the letters and fill in the surrounding gaps.
If you lose track of the letter shapes, write the same letters on a separate sheet to check.
Carefully fix corners and other details for a clean finish.
Imagine the direction of the light hitting the letters and add highlights with a white pen, then draw lines around the letters to complete the look.
You’ll end up with a lovely name tag!
A name tag that can be attached to a bag
Let me introduce an idea for making name tags by attaching chiyogami (Japanese patterned paper) to thick paper! These are handy for attaching to bags.
First, cut the thick paper into your preferred shape.
Prepare two identical pieces.
Apply glue to both pieces and stick on the chiyogami.
Leave a 1 cm margin, trim off the excess, then apply glue to the remaining margin and fold it inward.
Glue the two pieces together so that the glued edges are hidden.
Create a name-writing area with white drawing paper and attach it, then punch a hole and thread a string through it.
Your name tag is complete! Adjust the length of the string to your liking.
Medal name tag
Here’s an introduction to a lovely medal-style name tag made with origami.
Divide a sheet of origami paper into four equal parts and accordion-fold each piece, then fold them in half.
Next, attach them together so they form a circle.
Write the name on a circular piece of construction paper or cardstock, and stick it onto the circular origami.
Since origami and construction paper can come unstuck easily, using glue is key.
Add a long ribbon to make it a necklace, or a short ribbon to give it a corsage-like finish.
You can also enjoy various arrangements, such as attaching a medal made in a different color to the back.
If you replace the name area with a message, it can be a great item for events as well.
name tag rosette
Here’s an idea for making a rosette using construction paper and masking tape.
First, prepare two circles cut out of construction paper.
Next, cut a 10 cm piece of masking tape and fold it in half, leaving about 1 cm of the adhesive exposed.
Then fold it in half again, this time leaving about 0.5 cm of the adhesive exposed.
When folding, don’t crease it sharply—keep the ends soft and rounded.
Make 10 of these and attach them radially to one of the paper circles.
Cut a 20 cm piece of masking tape in a different color and fold it in half.
Fold it again into a V shape, then trim both ends decoratively with scissors.
Prepare a safety pin; wrap masking tape around it while leaving some adhesive exposed, and attach it together with the decorative tape to the remaining paper circle.
Be sure to position the safety pin so it sticks out beyond the edge of the paper circle.
Finally, glue the two paper circles together to finish!
Heart-shaped stand name tag
Let’s try making a cute heart-shaped nameplate out of origami.
Origami is often used as a recreational activity, right? It’s fun to enjoy origami during a rec session, and this project is also recommended as a practical craft you can use afterward.
Plain origami paper works fine, but using patterned paper makes it even cuter.
The white area on the back is where you write the name.
The key feature of this nameplate is that it stands on its own.
It’s a nameplate you can casually place on the table during a tea party or a chat.
Disney cast-style name tag
You can easily make cute, name-tag-style pieces like the ones worn by Disney park staff and cast members.
Print a design shaped like a name tag featuring your favorite character, etc.
Trace the printed design onto thick paper such as construction paper, and cut it out with scissors.
Attach the cut-out template to a plastic PP sheet and trace it.
When cutting the traced PP sheet, be sure to cut along the inside of the line.
Use a craft knife and sandpaper to finish it neatly.
For the printed sheet, cut along the inside of the outer line, then rub on a wall-protection film and stick it down.
Soak it in lukewarm water and gently rub off the paper backing of the protection sheet with your finger.
Stick the designed piece onto the PP sheet, and attach a pin or clip on the back using double-sided tape.
Coat the edges of the name tag with top gel or adhesive to finish.
stamp
Combine letters to make a name tag.
You can create letters using stamp sheets sold at 100-yen shops.
Stick the letters onto a connecting holder or a square holder and apply ink.
Your stamp with your own name or the date is ready.
Since you can combine the letters however you like, you’ll end up with a uniquely original name tag unlike any other.
These stamps are also great for message cards and letters.
All the materials for the stamps are available at 100-yen shops, so they’re easy to make.
Give it a try!
Stencil
Stencils with a soft, blurred look have a charm that’s different from name tags made with paint or pens.
Put some paint on a sponge.
Tape the stencil sheet in place on the backing paper, then dab the paint-loaded sponge up and down.
The key is to load only a small amount of paint onto the sponge and build up the color in layers.
If you use too much, the paint will seep through the gaps in the stencil sheet and the letters will bleed.
A single color works well, but it’s also fun to use several colors for the lettering and enjoy the creative process.