Name Badges

Eco-Friendly Name Badges That Grow Wildflowers

Handmade seed paper name badges stitched to natural cotton lanyards. Wear them at your event. Then plant them and watch wildflowers grow.

The Problem with Plastic Name Badges at Events

Every year, millions of plastic name badges and plastic holders end up in landfills after conferences and events. Those badge holders take hundreds of years to break down. Plastic clips, sleeves, and synthetic lanyards can’t be recycled. If your event is about sustainability, plastic badges send the wrong message.

Introducing Seed Paper Name Badges from Growing Paper

Our eco friendly name tags fix this problem. Each badge is handmade from 100% recycled paper. You pick from three paper types, with or without wildflower seeds. A natural cotton lanyard is stitched straight onto the card. No plastic. No waste. Just a name badge that works and keeps giving after your event ends.

Plantable

After the event, put the badge in soil and water it. Wildflowers grow. No waste goes to landfill. All our paper types can be made with or without seeds. You choose what works for your event.

Three paper types

Pick from Standard (off white, recycled office paper, no bleach), Manna Paper (cream, from wine bottle sticker backing paper), or Craft Brown (brown, from recycled toilet rolls, envelopes, and boxes).

Breaks down naturally

No plastic sleeves, no PVC, no synthetic clips. Everything is natural and returns to the earth.

Cotton lanyards included

Natural cotton lanyards are stitched right onto each badge. You don't need a separate plastic holder.

Made your way

Your logo, event name, attendee names, any design you need. Full colour on both sides if you want.

Handmade in the Cape

Every badge is made by hand on our farm in Paardeberg, Western Cape. We use old papermaking methods. Our work supports 38 local jobs.

Perfect For Conferences, Events, and Corporate Gatherings

Our eco friendly conference name badges are used by event organisers across South Africa for:

Corporate conferences and summits
Sustainability and green events
Trade shows and exhibitions
Music festivals and cultural events
Hotel and hospitality name tags
Team building and corporate retreats
Nonprofit and charity gatherings

How It Works: Wear It, Plant It, Watch It Grow

For badges with seeds:

Wear it. Your custom badge with cotton lanyard works like any other name badge. It looks good and feels comfortable all day.
Plant it. After the event, soak the badge in water overnight. Put it in soil and cover it lightly.
Watch it grow. In 7 to 14 days wildflowers start to sprout. Your event badge turns into something people remember.

For badges without seeds, just recycle or compost them after use. They break down naturally.

Customisation Options

Paper Types

Standard (off white, recycled office paper, unbleached), Manna (cream, from wine sticker backing paper), Craft Brown (brown, from recycled toilet rolls and boxes)

Seeds

All paper types available with or without seeds. Wildflower mix, herb mix, or custom blend. Non invasive, non GMO

Printing

Full colour CMYK, single or double sided

Lanyard

Natural cotton, various widths, printable with your logo

Badge Sizes

Standard 95mm x 65mm single or folded, Large95mm x 135mm

Quantities

From 50 to 10,000+ badges per order

Why Event Professionals Choose Growing Paper

“The seed paper name badges were a huge hit at our sustainability conference. Attendees loved the idea of planting them afterwards. It kept our brand message going long after the event ended. The printing quality and the cotton lanyards felt premium, not disposable.”

When you order from Growing Paper, you support rural South African craftsmanship. Our team of 38 people makes every order by hand. We make sure the quality is consistent and provide meaningful work in the Paardeberg community. Browse our full range of eco friendly corporate gifts.

Ready to Order Your Eco Friendly Name Badges?

Get in touch for a quote. Tell us about your event, how many badges you need, and your branding. We will create custom biodegradable name badges that work for your event and take care of the planet.

Everything you Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Growing Paper's eco friendly name badges made from?

They are made from 100% recycled handmade paper. You can choose from three types: Standard (off white, unbleached office paper), Manna Paper (cream, from wine bottle sticker backing), and Craft Brown (brown, from recycled toilet rolls and boxes). Each type can be made with or without wildflower seeds. A natural cotton lanyard is stitched directly onto the card. No plastic. No PVC. Completely biodegradable.

Can the cotton lanyards be printed with our branding?

Yes. The natural cotton lanyards can be printed with your event logo, name, or design. We offer different widths and colours to match your event branding.

What types of events are these name badges good for?

They work for conferences, trade shows, corporate retreats, music festivals, green events, hotel name tags, and any gathering where people need name badges.

Do these badges look professional even though they are eco friendly?

Yes. They have a clean, premium look and are completely sustainable. The full colour CMYK printing makes sure your branding looks sharp and professional.

Can I get name badges without seeds?

Yes. All three paper types (Standard, Manna, and Craft Brown) are available with or without seeds. If you want a simpler badge without the planting feature, just let us know when you ask for a quote.

How do attendees plant the name badges after the event?

Soak the badge in water overnight. Plant it in soil about 5mm deep. Cover it lightly and keep the soil moist. In 7 to 14 days wildflowers will start to grow.

What is the minimum order quantity?

We can make as few as 50 badges for smaller events. We can scale up to 10,000+ for large conferences and festivals.

How long does production take?

Production usually takes 5 to 10 business days depending on the order size and complexity. We will confirm the timeline when you request a quote.

Are the seeds suited to South African growing conditions?

Yes. Our seed mixes are chosen to grow well in South African climates. We use non invasive, non GMO wildflower and herb seeds that grow well across the country.