DIY Custom Made Keychains (Perfect as a Gift!) Story

DIY Custom Made Keychains (Perfect as a Gift!)

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Have you ever wished to have a personalized photo keychain to carry with you? Maybe you have seen these online, but you can make these one-of-a-kind gifts by hand.

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These custom photo keychains are fun and easy to make. They can be personalized even more by typing out a short message to add on the inside.

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– Cutting machine – Iron-on vinyl – EasyPress Mini or full-size Easypress – EasyPress Mat – Leather punch – Snap kit – Brayer – Painter’s tape

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To get started on your custom photo keychain, download the keychain template from the AKC Member Vault. Upload the SVG to Cricut Design Space.

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Insert your photos using the Pattern Fill option. Then, using the text tool, type out a short special note or phrase.

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Cut out your faux leather or glitter canvas. If your material is thick, I recommend using painter’s tape to hold down the edges.

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Next, cut out the iron-on vinyl. Even if you do not opt to use the iron-on vinyl for the picture frame layer, you will still need to cut the phrase and words from heat transfer vinyl.

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