Why DIY keychains are so much fun

Keychains are one of those projects that are small in size but big on charm. Here’s why we love them:

• Beginner-friendly – no stress, no fuss, just fun
• Quick to make – most take under an hour
• Perfect for scraps – use up leftover yarn, felt, or fabric
• Adorably giftable – great for party favors, stocking stuffers, or thank-yous
• Totally customizable – mix colors, stitches, and materials to suit your style

What kinds of keychain projects will you find here?

This page is packed with creative keychain tutorials, including:

• Mini pouches – tiny, functional, and perfect for coins or earbuds
• Fabric keychains and fobs – fun prints, quilted styles, or shaped like animals
• Crochet amigurumi – think cute animals, hearts, bows, or your favorite characters
• Stuffed keychain toys – soft, squishy, and seriously cute
• Embroidered designs
• Seasonal or holiday-themed keychains for festive fun

From bold and playful to simple and elegant, there’s a style for everyone.

Great for kids, crafters, and last-minute gifts

These DIY keychain ideas are perfect if you:

• Need a fast project to sell at a craft fair or school market
• Want a personalized gift for a friend, classmate, or teacher
• Are crafting with kids and need something small and simple
• Just want a relaxing weekend make with instant results

Pair a keychain with a matching pouch, bookmark, or gift card and you’ve got a thoughtful handmade present.

Materials and tips

Here’s what you’ll need (depending on the project):

• Scrap fabric, felt, or small fabric pieces
• Embroidery floss or scrap yarn
• Polyfill stuffing for plush charms
• Zippers or key fob hardware
• Needle, thread, hot glue, or a sewing machine

Add extra flair with:

• Tassels or pom-poms
• Hand embroidery or appliqué
• Safety eyes or buttons
• Beads or charms

Want to share your own keychain pattern?

If you’ve created a free DIY keychain tutorial using sewing, crochet, or embroidery, we’d love to include it on this page!

Fill out this form and make sure to share a direct link to your free pattern or blog post, and include a clear photo. We’re always adding new, creative mini makes to this collection.

Hook it, stitch it, gift it

Whether you’re crafting for fun, for gifts, or just to use up your scraps, these free keychain patterns are the perfect bite-sized projects to spark your creativity. Happy keychain making!