Keychains made with fabric: how-to guide and idea roundup [great for using fabric scraps!]
Keychains come in a variety of materials, but this article introduces ideas for making them with fabric!
It’s perfect for those who love sewing and have lots of fabric scraps on hand, or anyone looking for easy projects to use a favorite fabric.
We also share keychain ideas you can make not only with fabric but with bag webbing, cords, and yarn.
Leftover materials at home can be transformed into lovely keychains, so be sure to use this as a reference and give them a try.
They make great gifts, too!
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Fabric keychains: How-to and idea roundup [Great for using fabric scraps!] (1–10)
Rainbow Keychain
A rainbow-motif keychain made with macramé cord will add a cute touch to your belongings.
First, cut the macramé cords to lengths of 8, 10, 12, and 14 centimeters.
Tape the ends with masking tape, then bundle them with the longest cord on the outside and curve them to form a rainbow shape.
Wrap each cord with thread in the colors of your choice.
It helps to visualize the finished look to make choosing colors easier.
Glue the cords together, and thread a jump ring onto the outermost cord.
Attach the keychain hardware to the jump ring, and once the glue has dried, clip it to your favorite items and enjoy!
Chick-chan keychain
A softly felted chick keychain is a perfect handmade project.
First, use a compass to draw a 3 cm semicircle on construction paper, then draw another semicircle overlapping it.
Cut out the shape formed in the middle to use as a template.
Using the template, cut out four pieces of felt.
On one piece, draw the chick’s eyes and beak and stitch them with embroidery thread.
Fold a thin ribbon in half and tuck it into the edge, then start stitching two pieces of felt together using a simple stitch.
After sewing about halfway, align the remaining two felt pieces and continue stitching them together.
Stuff firmly with cotton as you go, and close it up with thread to finish.
The rounded, ball-like shape makes it an adorable piece.
Tassel keychain
A tassel refers to something that ties back curtains.
The tassel keychain introduced here is a cute idea featuring a bundle of decorative elements.
First, decide on the parts you want for the metal fitting section and the cord parts you want to bundle.
For the bundle, use ribbons, novelty/mixed yarns, lace, and so on.
Deciding on a finished design in advance helps with choosing parts.
Cut all cords to twice the final length, and start with the thinnest ones.
First, place the thread passed through the metal fitting vertically (up and down), then lay the cut cord pieces horizontally on top.
Once everything is in place, tie them with the vertical thread.
Wrap the area near the fitting tightly with cord to secure it.
You’ll end up with a keychain whose swaying movement looks elegant.
Fabric keychains: How-to and idea roundup [Great for scrap fabric!] (11–20)
Japanese-style mini kimono keychain
Let’s make a mini kimono-motif keychain without sewing.
Since the kimono parts are small, it’s convenient to use a ready-made template.
First, trace the template onto white fabric and cut it out, then use adhesive to attach it to a foam sheet.
Next, cover the base by applying kimono fabric backed with double-sided tape.
Assemble the parts, securing them with glue, and use red fabric and a gold cord to create the obi.
Attach the keychain hardware to finish.
It’s a glamorous item that will set you apart from others.
Scarf-style mini charm
Let’s make a scarf-style charm using fabric scraps.
First, cut both ends of the scrap straight.
Turn it into a ribbon shape, then fold it in the middle.
Next, fold it in half lengthwise.
Cut the ends diagonally and unfold.
Mix wood glue with water and apply it to the edges of the fabric to prevent fraying.
After the glue dries, spray it with a water-repellent spray to make the charm more practical.
Fold the fabric and thread it through a frame, shape it to look like a scarf, and you’re done.
Flower keychain
Let’s make a flower keychain using colored cords.
Prepare three colors of cord, a swivel clasp, and a ribbon or cord for finishing.
First, thread one cord through the swivel clasp and tie it tightly at the center.
Cross the two ends of that cord to form a loop, then fold a cord of a different color in half, pass it through the loop, and slide it up to the first cord’s knot.
Fold the first and second cords alternately to form petals.
Partway through, add the third color of cord as well.
Each time you complete one flower, gather the three cords together, pull tight to secure, and continue connecting the flowers.
Once you’ve connected the flowers, tie them into a circle.
Wrap the circle to the swivel clasp with ribbon (or cord), secure with adhesive, and you’re done.
Keychain with personalized name embroidery
You can make a cute personalized keychain using materials from a 100-yen shop.
First, choose the fabric you want to turn into a keychain.
Use hiragana stamps to stamp the preferred name in the center of the fabric.
Then attach your favorite motif with glue.
Next, embroider the stamped name with embroidery thread.
Cut the lining fabric as well, insert interfacing between the layers, and secure them together.
When securing, loop a ribbon into a hoop and tuck it in, then attach the keychain hardware.
Finally, stitch around the edge of the keychain with embroidery thread to finish.