Such a thing in his everyday life as a keychain can tell a lot about a person. A small flight of fancy, peacefully dangling on the keys or phone, one way or another corresponds to the inner qualities and desires of its owner. For people who have a negative attitude towards a bunch of randomly dangling bells or sparkles, ideal solution will become a keychain book. This is a real miniature of the book, created in short time, and it can serve for many years. To create it I needed the following tools:
sheets of A4 paper;
a small piece of cardboard;
pencil;
ruler;
scissors;
stationery knife;
PVA glue;
needle and thread;
metal chain;
an awl or similar tool.
The first step is to prepare the paper for the future content of the book, namely the pages. To do this, using a knife and scissors, chop sheets of white paper into rectangles measuring 3 by 6 centimeters.
By the way, the paper does not have to be white. It all depends on the page colors you choose. We fold the resulting leaves in half so that we get double pages 3 by 3 centimeters. We group them into small books of three.
Now on the fold of each pack we make holes at an equal distance from each other.
I did this procedure in two stages so that the pages did not move.
If you know of any other binding option, you can use it. The end result is something like this.
The final step is to thoroughly coat the resulting spine with PVA glue and let it dry under pressure.
While our future book is drying, we can start working on its cover. To make it, I used regular cardboard and a small piece of printed paper. To begin with, we cut out two pieces of cardboard that correspond to the size of the pages, and one that matches the parameters of the spine.
Using PVA we glue them onto the chosen cover beautiful paper, leaving gaps.
Then we make these cuts on the paper.
Now, fold in the remaining edges and glue.
In the part of the spine that will be at the top of the book, use any sharp object (I used a tool from sewing machine for cutting threads) make a small hole and attach the chain.
The most crucial moment is coming. Putting the cover and book together. To do this, glue the spine of the book to the space provided for it on the cover. For better fastening, we also glue the outer pages to the cover.
This also solves the problem of open joints of paper intended for the cover. This is the beauty I got.
Many people prefer to have accessories that highlight their individuality. One option for such a detail is a keychain.
This is a universal thing that can adapt in style to any thing, be it a backpack, keys, or a wallet.
A trinket like a keychain can become a unique item if you make it yourself. A handmade keychain will be a pleasant gift for family and friends. This is one of the economical accessory options.
There are many suitable materials for making that can be found at home.
Materials for production
A handmade keychain is not just a thing, it is a kind of talisman and amulet that can bring good luck to those who really believe in it. Most of the materials can be found at home, among them will be:
- paper:
- beads;
- threads;
- textile;
- ribbons;
- plasticine;
- rubber bands.
Suitable materials for making: straps, corks, buttons, leftover pencils. Fantasy will be your main assistant in your work. Thanks to her, you will get an unpredictable, long-awaited result.
Leather keychain for a backpack or handbag
Keychain made from suitable for skin to any style, from classic to sporty. It will be a successful addition to your preferred image.
To work you will need:
- a small piece of leather;
- threads;
- fork;
- needle;
- glue;
- ring for keychain.
The next stage is the manufacturing process:
- A template is selected and the shape for the keychain is cut out.
- Glue is applied to the previously cleaned surface of the leather to more reliably hold the material together.
- A boundary is drawn along which the thread will then be threaded.
- The holes are made using a sharp fork.
- A ring is inserted and the product is stitched with thread.
- The edges of the skin are cleaned.
The finished accessory can be attached to a bag or purse for decoration or to replace a runner.
Beaded keychain
Beaded accessories can be made in any colors, shapes and themes.
The most popular are animal figures, vegetables or fruits, flowers and hearts. However, doing this type of work will require certain skills.
To make a keychain you will need:
- a set of beads of the desired colors;
- fishing line;
- scissors;
- scheme for work;
- ring for keychain.
The work diagram can be found on the Internet. For example, to make a keychain in the shape of a flower you need:
- Cut the fishing line and bend it in half.
- Place the beads at one end and push them to the middle. Pass the second end of the fishing line through it.
- Place one more bead on the next row of beads. Repeat this with each row. The petal will turn out more interesting if you thread beads of a different color along the edges, starting from the 3-5th row.
- Having reached the middle, reduce the number of beads in the row. The number of beads is optional.
- For the core of the flower, take a large yellow bead.
- Connect each element together, twist the fishing line and secure with a yellow bead.
The product can be attached to a bag or pencil case, which will serve as a decorative element.
Textile keychain
You can sew a keychain from small leftover fabric and present it as a nice gift to your friends. You just need to have basic knowledge.
To make a keychain in the shape of an owl you will need:
- fabric (multi-colored);
- lining;
- leftover felt (for eyes, beak and paws);
- pattern;
- threads;
- scissors;
- needle;
- buttons;
- ring for keychain;
- piece of lace.
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To make a keychain in the shape of an owl, you should first prepare a pattern and get to work.
- First, the lining is connected to the fabric and processed. Afterwards, the details of the owl's body are revealed.
- Now the front part of the owl is decorated. Felt circles are sewn in place of the eyes, buttons are sewn on top, and a beak is added.
- Next, the front and back parts are connected manually or using a sewing machine. In this case, you need to leave a small hole for the lace.
- A ring is attached to the sewn cord. After which, the hole is sewn up.
Below are photos of keychains and their step-by-step production.
Recently, products made from polymer clay and keychains, including.
The finished clay product is baked and delights the eye with its brightness and unusualness for a long time.
It's all up to imagination and materials, some of which can be found at home or purchased at handicraft stores.
DIY keychain photo
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Most people love to beautifully decorate their keys, phone or backpack with an original and unique keychain. Nowadays, finding such an important craft is not difficult. Many stores offer a wide range of keychains of all shapes and sizes. But none of them compares to a handmade accessory. You can make such a craft from almost any available material, and for this you will not need a lot of time and effort.
Materials for keychains
A keychain is not just a beautiful accessory. With its help you can express your individuality and creativity. In addition, keychains carry an energetic message, so you need to make them with good thoughts and mood. Only in this case will it energize you for many years.
Before you understand how to make keychains with your own hands, you need to choose the right material for the product. They can be made using:
In the process of creating a beautiful accessory, you can resort to the help of your imagination and make a keychain from wine cork, watch parts, rabbit's foot, scraps of fabric, straps, pencils, ribbons, pom-poms.
Simple manufacturing methods
If you are a beginner, then you can make a beautiful keychain using several simple methods. You won’t need a lot of time and energy to implement them., and the result will please not only you, but also your loved ones.
What can be made from paper
This option is the most affordable and simple. You can create a wide variety of crafts from paper that will be a great addition to your style. The process does not take much time and consists of the following steps, which explain how to make a paper keychain:
A paper keychain can also be made using quilling or origami techniques.
The big disadvantage of this product is its fragility. The paper quickly wears out and the keychain loses its attractive appearance.
Keychain made of threads and rubber bands
Crafts made from simple threads are interesting. Despite their simplicity and cheapness, they look great and add personality. Since making a keychain from threads will be easy even for a beginner, the whole complexity of the process comes down to correct selection material. It is best to use yarn or thread for shoes. They are more durable, and crafts made from them will last you longer. A good option would be to use elastic bands or floss.
Procedure:
- Let's take it dense threads and a ring that will serve as the basis of the product.
- Wrap the ring with yarn.
- In the middle we knit the pattern you like. With its help, you can give the accessory a magical or protective meaning.
Making a keychain from rubber bands is not much different from threads. Using a hook and simple rubber bands, you can weave a keychain in the shape of a bracelet or a heart. You can not only wear such an accessory yourself, but also give it to your loved one. To do this, we intertwine several segments and tie knots. This allows you to give the craft the required form and sizes.
Polymer clay or plasticine
Polymer clay is an ideal material for creating keychains. During operation, it can be baked and thereby give additional strength. Clay products can be of any shape and color.
Rules for working with polymer clay:
Complex ways
Besides simple ways making a keychain for beginners, there are also more complex ones designed for professionals. It will take a lot of time to implement them, but the result will make you proud of yourself.
Bright beaded pendant
Most craft lovers love beadwork. Using this technique you can create keychains of any shape. For work you will only need beads and fishing line.
Flower shaped bead product:
Coin accessory
To create a keychain we use several coins of different sizes. We drill holes in them and fasten them with a chain. A product made from coins will look very beautiful different countries. Such a keychain will not only complement your image, but also tell about your travels.
You can use one coin to make an accessory. The most popular option is cutting it into two halves. One of them will be worn by you, and the second by a person close to you.
It is believed that any products made from coins bring good luck in your personal life and contribute to success in financial matters.
Felt keychain
You can decorate your backpack, phone, keys, bag with this original felt craft. Figurines of various animals and plants are suitable for the keychain. For example, let's take the process of making a small raccoon.
To sew felt keychains with your own hands, you will need to follow these steps:
You can make a rabbit, bear, fish or any other animal in the same way.
Wooden products
DIY wooden keychains are very popular. They can be done in four ways:
- Using laser and milling machines.
- Drawing on the surface.
- Burning out.
- Sculpture cutting.
All wooden products look very beautiful and original. Creating them requires certain skills, and it will be difficult for a beginner to make something truly beautiful.
It doesn't matter which option you choose, but it is very important to put your soul into the keychain you make. This will give it individuality and reveal all your skills.
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I won’t describe it in great detail, everything seems to be clear from the pictures, but if anything, ask)
The keychain will consist of two 3x3cm squares. To do this, mark a cross of the appropriate size on a wooden block. The thickness of the bar should be greater, ideally 4.5 cm.
Cut out what you have marked. 
Now on the sides of the cross you can already mark two future squares, as shown in the photo. 
First I saw off all the excess from the outside of the squares. 
Then we gradually remove the excess wood from the inside. I did it with a Dremel. If desired, you can get by with a drill and a file. 
The most crucial moment is to carefully cut the last jumper between the two figures with a thin drill. 
Now that they are separated, it is much more convenient to grind them and continue to file off all the excess from the inside. 
The final shape of the keychain, after sanding with fine sandpaper: 
For variety and to confuse everyone even more, I decided to paint one of the squares with stain. I chose the one on which the tree rings are less visible. 
The last step is varnishing and the key ring: 
Of course, instead of squares, you can connect any other shapes, it all depends on your imagination and your goal =) 
To stand out from the crowd and make your image more original, you don’t have to buy expensive jewelry. Even from ordinary plastic you can make beautiful accessories. This does not require special equipment and professional tools– just a few minutes are enough and you will become the owner of unique badges or keychains that will accompany you everywhere.
To make your own badges for a backpack or jeans, as well as original and stylish jewelry for everyday wear, you will need ordinary disposable plastic tableware of any shape (for example, packaging for cakes, cookies and other sweets, food storage containers, empty bottles, etc.).
To beautifully decorate a backpack, jacket, bag or outerwear, you can make keychains in different styles, depending on the desired image: romantic, free, rebellious, etc. Please note that to make plastic keychains in the oven at home, it is advisable to choose the most transparent products with a flat and smooth surface.
Tools and materials
For home “experiments” with plastic, you will need to prepare a basic set of tools in advance:
- scissors or stationery knife;
- hole punch to make holes;
- colored markers for drawing;
- tassels with acrylic paints.
As a future ornament, you can use any ready-made template With interesting drawing. This could be an image on paper or even a photo on your phone. All you have to do is make a plastic blank required sizes, attach it to the “object” of copying and trace the drawing.
To copy and trace the outline of images, it is best to use special permanent markers various colors that do not wash off. Don't forget to make holes with a hole punch for the rope or chain.
Please note that the pictures that will be used as a stencil must be large, since the size of keychains, badges and other homemade plastic decorations after “cooking” will decrease by at least three times.
What plastic is needed
To icon from plastic container It turned out beautiful and original, and most importantly - high quality, you need to use only smooth surfaces, corrugated ones will not work for this purpose. And, of course, the packaging must be transparent.
If you don’t have a suitable container at hand, use ordinary plastic bottles to make keychains. By the way, to quickly and securely glue pins for badges, use hot melt adhesive.
The better to color
As already written above, to color blank badges cut out from a template or stencil of the required size, it is best to use not ordinary school markers, but permanent markers that cannot be erased with a simple finger movement. Whereas finished keychains can be painted with acrylic paints or nail polish.
Temperature and baking time
One of the important stages of making keychains with your own hands from plastic is their obligatory “baking” in the microwave. After all the models of badges and keychains are ready, simply transfer them to a baking sheet, which must first be covered with parchment, and send the baking sheet to simmer in the oven or microwave oven.
