How to Make a Friendship Bracelet Into a Keychain

Some people wear multiple friendship bracelets.

A friendship bracelet is a piece of wrist jewelry that is often handmade by wrapping string around a plastic band or by tying the string together to form a thin rope. The bracelet is given from one person to another as a symbol of affection. Friendship bracelets are a common crafts project at day camps and schools. While the bracelets are normally worn on the wrist, you can convert them into keychains if you like.

Things You'll Need

• Cutting board
• Sharp knife or punch
• Keychain loop

Instructions

1. Place the friendship bracelet on a cutting board. This will protect the counter or desk under the bracelet from damage.

2. Puncture the bracelet with a sharp knife. Be careful to not cut yourself. A punch is another option, depending on what materials are in the bracelet.

3. Run a keychain loop through the hole in the bracelet. The loop will hold the bracelet in place while also allowing you to attach your keys.

4. Connect your keys to the loop.

Tips & Warnings

• If the friendship bracelet ties together, you can also tie it and run the keychain loop through the tie strings if you don't want to puncture the bracelet itself.

References

• Ringling College of Art and Design: Friendship Bracelet Examples

Resources

• Friendship Bracelets: Buckle for Adjustable Bracelet Size