MAKE YOUR OWN KEYCHAIN
Would you like to make a bead keychain? Check out our four tips to help you get started! Not only will we explain how to make a keychain, but also which beads to use and which cord is suitable for them. After reading this blog you will surely be inspired to make your own bead keychain.
Did you know that keychains are so popular these days? They are increasingly becoming a piece of jewelry to suit your style. Curious about all the keychain trends of 2022? Then read on quickly!
TIP 1: WHICH BEADS ARE SUITABLE?
The wonderful thing about making bead keychains is that you have so many creative options! Your choice of beads can be from wooden beads, acrylic beads, polymer clay beads to letter beads and, many more. The choice of bead will define the style of your keychain. Do you find it difficult to make a choice? We will share our top beading tips with you to get you started on your bead keychain very fast!
Do you prefer a natural look? Then colored wooden beads and natural wooden beads go together perfectly. Wood has a natural and warm appearance. With a keychain made with wooden beads, you can achieve this trendy look in no time at all. Luckily, making a wooden bead keychain yourself starts at Dreambeads Online! In our assortment you will find the most beautiful types of wood, natural wooden beads, as well as colored wooden beads in the current trend colors of the season.
Acrylic beads are also an excellent choice for a handcrafted keychain. A big advantage of acrylic beads is that they are lightweight. Surely a heavy keychain is not desirable. Acrylic beads are available in varied sizes. Choose between soft pastel shades or bright colors when putting together the beads for your keychain and create a cheerful design. Another advantage of acrylic beads is the excellent price-performance ratio.
Jewelry made with beads is almost indispensable! You see it everywhere. So why not also for keychains? To follow this trend, you can choose between freshwater pearls and glass beads. Freshwater pearls have a luxurious appearance. They are of natural origin and each pearl is unique. With glass pearls you have perfectly round beads, available in many assorted colors. These beads can also be combined well with acrylic beads and polymer clay beads.
Of course, polymer clay beads are also among the ideal beads for a trendy keychain. At Dreambeads Online we have flat polymer clay beads, smiley face beads and cheerful polymer fruit beads. Let your imagination run wild and combine them together! Everything is allowed and nothing is too crazy. We suspect that this trend will continue in the near future. Discover our range now and choose your favorite cheerful polymer clay beads for your key chain!
Too many beads to choose from in our bead tips. Then, take a look at our bead mixes. Here we have a large collection of the most beautiful bead mixes, with many different types of beads. Very handy for making your keychain with a unique design.
We are curious which beads you will use to make your keychain...
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TIP 2: WHICH CORD TO USE FOR THE KEYCHAIN?
Several types of cord can be used for making a keychain. Always consider the bead hole size of the beads and your chosen design. If you are making a keychain using small beads, you will need a thin cord for threading the beads easily. Do you prefer large beads with a bigger bead hole size? Then a thicker cord will certainly fit better.
Suitable cords:
Whichever cord you choose, everything is possible as long as you consider the bead hole size of the beads. Do you want to finish off your bead keychain with a simple knot? Then take a look at our cords. When making a keychain with leather, you can choose between flat and round leather straps and finish them off with the appropriate end caps. Rubber band or metal wire are also excellent options.
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TIP 3: HOW TO MAKE A BEAD KEYCHAIN?
By choosing your beads and cord, you determine the look and feel of the keychain. But… how do you make a bead keychain? It starts with attaching the cord or wire to the key ring. You haven't chosen a keychain or key ring yet? We have a wide range of keychains and key rings in assorted sizes and colors.
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Once the cord or metal wire is attached to the key ring, you can start threading your beads. Is the threading becoming a bit difficult? Then we recommend using a needle, e.g., a needle with a big eye. Once you have finished threading, knot the cord, or finish the metal wire with a crimp bead + crimp bead cover.
Have you spotted our charms yet? Charms and pendants are a great idea to attach to a keychain! With a charm or pendant, you can give your handcrafted keychain that special touch.
TIP 4: WHAT ARE THE CURRENT TRENDS?
Keychains have become a current fashion item. Where they may have had a dusty image in the past, this is now outdated. Wearing a trendy keychain is something very personal - it shows who you are or what you love.
A bead keychain clearly shows the current trend: lots of color, an individualized touch and, above all, 100% fashionable. Today, keychains are a piece of jewelry in themselves. A good example of this is the keychain bracelet. This round keychain bracelet is made from memory wire and a colorful mix of flat polymer beads. Thanks to the beaded bracelet, the keychain lies securely in your hand, and you will never lose your keychain again. In addition, it is of course a beautiful eye-catcher!
