31+ Exciting DIY Keychain Ideas To Make

Looking for an easy keychain idea with leather? Consider making one of these simple leather keychains!

There are two different versions here - a braided one and a leather tassel keychain. They are both super quick to assemble and make for a cute and thoughtful present, especially for leather enthusiasts.

Create a monogram resin keychain design by mixing EasyCast clear-casting epoxy and painting it onto a pre-cut vinyl stencil. You can create a unique and stylish keychain with just a few different materials and steps!

Are you looking for an easy handmade gift to make? This simple thumbprint diy clay keychain can be made by anyone and is a great gift!

Men can be so hard to shop for, but this DIY project, a vintage map keychain, is a great way to personalize your gift and give the man in your life something he will love. This DIYer is making the map keychains for men but could be made for literally anyone.

Add a touch of flair to your keys or key fob with a swivel tassel keychain made with colorful twine and ribbon from the craft store.

This versatile and stylish accessory is not only practical but also serves as a fashionable statement piece. A swivel tassel keychain will elevate your keyring to a whole new level.

Are you curious to learn how to make a resin keychain? This simple tutorial will guide you through the process! I love these ones with gold flakes!

Give your friends rope tassel keychains as a thoughtful and creative handmade gift. You can personalize them by switching up the colors and patterns of the embroidery threads on keychains.

Follow along with this step-by-step tutorial on making tasseled rope keychains from scratch.

I love the unique DIY idea of hand-lettered wood slice keychains with a wanderlust theme. These are sealed with a high gloss coat of EnviroTex Lite Pour-On Resin and can be personalized. 

Combining painted wood beans with the warm tones of copper creates a modern and stylish accessory that anyone would love to have. These DIY keychains are the perfect way to upgrade your everyday keys. 

This keychain made with a rock and old maps is a creative and personalized accessory that lets you showcase your favorite locations or special travel memories on your keyring. This idea makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves to travel and is looking for a memento of their adventures.

Learn how to make little personalized wooden keychains that can be attached wherever you like: on keys, a backpack, or a lunch bag.

They are made with small wooden circles that can be found at the craft store, Mod Podge, craft paper, and paint. These are creative and inexpensive DIY great gift ideas, which are perfect for teachers, teens, and tweens. 

I love making leather crafts and these leather keychains are so fun! These are perfect craft ideas that can be personalized in different shapes and colors that match your style

Get inspired to make a simple DIY keychain with clay to keep your keys organized and looking pretty. Using polymer clay and a gold keychain with a jump ring, these look simple enough to make!

Here's another keychain idea with polymer clay - this time with liquid polymer clay, which can be squeezed out of a bottle into a silicone mold and then can be baked to harden. This keychain looks so professional that your friends will be amazed when you tell them it was made by hand. 

Related - Check out these polymer clay ideas for inspiration!

In just a few minutes, you can design and assemble a keychain from your digital photos and small pieces of wood. These would make great gifts for parents or grandparents!

This soda-can keychain is a fun and creative way to use materials you might otherwise throw away. Do you like your craft projects to be unique and environmentally friendly? Then this recycled cute keychain is a must-try.

This trendy and sparkly accessory is easy to make and can be customized to suit your personal style. It's a great way to use small self-adhesive rhinestone jewels!

If you love wine and have extra corks laying around, why not make them into a keychain? This is a great idea for making a stylish, personalized keychain by recycling old wine corks.

These DIY resin keychains are a great way for teens and adults to get creative. It's a fun way, a do-it-yourself project you can give as gifts to family and friends with your own design. In the tutorial, she shares a few different ideas - one with gold flakes and another with dried flowers.

Customize your keys with a DIY wooden bead keychain. These can be personalized by painting the beads whatever color you want and they couldn't be any easier to make! 

This leather keychain can be a great gift idea for him for Father's Day, birthdays, or the holidays. With just a few simple steps, this stamped leather keychain is super simple!

Related - Check out these leather craft ideas for more inspiration!

Making your own keychains is easy to spiff up a tired old set of keys and make them look better. If you have extra materials left over from jewelry projects, you can make them into a keychain!

We've seen some other similar resin keychains in the list already. But I love that this tutorial provides a few different ways to personalize them - including marble, glitter, sprinkles, lace, and mini fruit.

These lightweight, beautiful pieces are perfect for both gifting and selling (if you're looking for crafts to sell for a profit). This easy tutorial, filled with tips and tricks, shows you how to make eight different keychain designs.

Making a DIY keychain can be a perfect crafting project for tweens! This one uses Shrinky Dink sheets that are just SO fun! 

For kids of all ages and adults alike, making a keychain is an enjoyable way to pass the time. Here's another idea with shrinky dinks! In this tutorial, there are three fun and easy keychain projects that will help add a bit of personality to your keys. 

Resin keychains are a great craft for teens and adults to make! These ones have a fun saying "Thanks for helping me grow!" that makes them a great teacher gift idea. 

Creating your own DIY photo keychain is a great way to personalize your keys and have your favorite memories with you wherever you go or your own images! With this simple guide, you can make photo keychains in any shape and size that you want with acrylic blanks.

Making fabric keychains can be tricky for beginning sewers because straight lines are hard to achieve. But this is a great way to get some extra practice in! If you're ready to add a touch of charm and personality to your keys, fabric scraps keychains are the perfect DIY project. 

Here's a fun idea for a fabric chain, but this time in the shape of a cardholder. These can be used to hold school ID cards, credit cards, or punch cards for your favorite coffee shops. These make great gifts for kids. 

Macrame is a beautiful and intricate knotting technique that allows you to create stunning designs using just cords or ropes and it is SO fun! This simple boho keychain is a great place to start as you learn this ancient art form. Whether you're a pro or just learning, making your own macrame keychain can be fun and rewarding.

Related - Check out these macrame craft ideas for more inspiration!

If you want a fun and easy project on your Cricut, this is it! This keychain idea uses acrylic paints, permanent vinyl, and transfer tape. It's fast, easy to make—and ideal for beginners!