KEYCHAIN WITH LETTER BEADS
Would you like to make a name keychain? Great, then you've come to the right place! In this blog we will explain which jewelry findings you need and how you can make such a keychain yourself. Are you making the name keychain for yourself or someone else? Or maybe as an idea for a children's birthday bag? It doesn't matter whether you want to create one name or multiple names. We provide you with clear examples explaining the steps you need to take.
We answer questions like: which jewelry findings do you need and which letter beads fit your keychain? And most importantly, how to make a name keychain?
MATERIALS NEEDED FOR A KEYCHAIN
To make a name keychain, you will need the following jewelry supplies:
- Keychain / key ring
- Nylon cord, satin cord or waxed cord
- Letter beads
- Other beads (optional)
When it comes to cord selection, nylon cord, satin cord, and waxed cord are all viable options. Waxed cotton cord resembles a thin rope. Satin cord and nylon cord are smooth to the touch and therefore have a different appearance compared to waxed cotton cord. Try out several cords to find out which cord you like to work with the most.
Jewelry tools such as a side cutter and a bead design board are also recommended when making keychains.
COLLECTION OF LETTER BEADS
Have you already discovered our letter beads? We have an extensive range of beautiful letter beads which are delivered directly from stock. Choose from small or round letter beads, and also cool cube-shaped letter beads. Our letter beads vary in the colors white, black and mix color. Take a look at our letter beads and choose your favorites for your keychain. For creating multiple names, we recommend our bead kits with vowel letter beads or a XL kit with letter beads A/Z. This way you are guaranteed to have all the letters you need.
The most popular types are the white letter beads with black imprints. Are you opting for an eye-catching keychain? Then our mix color letter beads are just right for you. The white letter beads with gold imprints are chic and trendy. In addition to our letter beads, we also have number beads, heart beads and smiley face beads. These beads are ideal for making a name keychain.
When choosing your letter beads, pay close attention to the bead hole size of each bead. It is very important that the letter beads fit your string. For all letter beads, you can find the bead hole size under 'More Information'. If you encounter problems threading the cord - like with waxed cord – use the following tip to make it easier. Apply some jewelry glue to the end of the cord to harden it. This makes threading easier. Another practical tip is to use a needle with a big eye, the cord can then be threaded easily through the beads.
INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO CREATE A NAME KEYCHAIN
Now that all the jewelry findings are in place, we can start making a name keychain.
1) Cut enough cord with a side cutter. Depending on how many beads you need for the name, 35 cm would certainly be enough. Now attach the cord to the keychain with a simple knot.
2) Now the two cord ends are left to thread the beads. Having trouble threading the cord into the beads? Then try the jewelry glue trick as described previously, or use a needle with a big eye.
3) Are you done threading? Then knot the cords well. Make sure the knot is placed tightly against the beads so there is not too much play between the knot and the threaded beads.
4) As a final step, cut the cord to the desired length. That's it! You have finished creating your first name keychain. Repeat all the steps to create more name keychains.
DIFFERENT STYLES
You can use different styles for your name keychains. A boy/girl theme is very popular and always recognizable by the blue and pink colors. Or go for a rainbow theme with lots of different colors. Pretty and cheerful! The possibilities are endless according to your liking.
A name keychain with beads is therefore very easy to make yourself. With just a few simple steps you have made a personalized keychain in no time at all. Create a keychain with your own name? Choose the right amount of letter beads, a matching cord and of course a nice keychain.
Start creating your name keychain today!
