DIY Key Tag Charms – No Resin

Make simple charms using key tags and supplies from your craft bin. This basic office supply makes a great tiny art canvas, and once you start using them, you’ll see how versatile they can be. You can also apply this idea to other small bases like wood rounds or bottle caps. Check out the supplies below to get started.

Supplies

• 1.25″ key tags
• 1.125″ circle hole punch (optional)
• A regular hole punch (optional)
• Mod Podge Dimensional Magic
• Craft glue
• Scissors
• A toothpick
• Bits and bobs (more on this below)

How to Make Key Tag Charms

STEP 1:

Create a front and back for your charm, then use craft glue to attach your design elements to the tag. I used a 1.125″ round hole punch to make uniform paper circles, but hand-cut pieces work just as well. You can decorate your charms using bits like old book pages, ephemera, washi tape, patterned paper, photos, small embellishments, or anything flat from your craft bin.

EXAMPLE: PLAYING CARD CUT OUT

EXAMPLE: Old book page and Flat Back Gems

EXAMPLE: Washi tape on patterned paper

Tip: Flip your hole punch over to align your design in the window before cutting it out!

STEP 2:

Punch a hole in the charm before sealing, if needed. Apply Mod Podge Dimensional Magic to the surface to seal and add a glossy finish, using a toothpick to pop any bubbles and gently smooth it to the edges. Let it dry for 24 hours, then repeat the process on the back is you like.

Dimensional Magic will have a cloudy look when applied, but it will dry clear!

STEP 3:

There are lots of ways to use these finished charms, including bag charms, necklace pendants, magnets, wine glass charms, bookmarks, or small framed collages. Finish them by gluing on a magnet, pin back, jump ring, necklace hook or pendant bail with E6000 adhesive.