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Make a Cute DIY Keychain With DIY Star HappyB

Make a Cute DIY Keychain With DIY Star HappyB
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Make a cute HappyB keychain featuring a handmade star charm using felt, beads, and a keyring; learn safe cutting, gluing, and decorating skills.

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Step-by-step guide to make a cute DIY HappyB keychain with a felt star charm

What you need
Adult supervision required, beads, blunt plastic needle, child-safe scissors, embroidery thread, fabric glue, felt sheets, keyring with split ring, marker or fabric pen, small stuffing (polyfill or scrap felt)

Step 1

Lay out all your materials on a clean flat table so everything is easy to reach.

Step 2

Use the marker to trace two identical star shapes onto the felt.

Step 3

Cut out the two star shapes carefully using child-safe scissors.

Step 4

Draw a HappyB face and small decorations on one star using the marker.

Step 5

Apply small dots of fabric glue where you want beads to go on the decorated star.

Step 6

Press beads onto the glue spots and let the glue dry for a few minutes.

Step 7

Place a small pinch of stuffing in the center of the decorated star.

Step 8

Put the second plain star on top and align its edges with the decorated star.

Step 9

Cut a short length of thread and fold it into a small loop for hanging.

Step 10

Tuck the loop ends between the two stars at the top edge so the loop sticks out.

Step 11

Thread your blunt needle and sew the two stars together around the edge with a running stitch to enclose the stuffing and secure the loop.

Step 12

Tie off the thread with a neat knot and trim any extra thread close to the knot.

Step 13

Open the split keyring and slide the hanging loop onto the ring then close the keyring.

Step 14

Share a photo of your finished HappyB star keychain on DIY.org

Final steps

You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

What can we use instead of fabric glue or beads if those are hard to find?

If you don't have fabric glue, use a small dab of clear-drying tacky glue or a strong craft glue for step 5, and replace beads with buttons, sequins, or drawn-on dots from the marker for step 6.

What should we do if the two felt stars shift or the running stitch is too hard?

If the stars shift in step 11, clamp the edges with small binder clips or fabric pins and pre-poke holes with the blunt needle so the running stitch goes through the felt more easily.

How can we adapt the activity for younger children or make it more challenging for older kids?

For younger children have an adult pre-cut the star shapes and let them decorate with the marker and press-on stickers in steps 2–6, while older kids can add embroidered details around the edge in step 11 and attach extra charms to the split keyring in step 12.

What are some ways to personalize or upgrade the finished HappyB star keychain?

To personalize the keychain, embroider a name with embroidery floss while sewing in step 11, stuff with a scented cotton ball in step 7 for fragrance, or swap in glow-in-the-dark beads during step 6 and add a tiny bell to the split keyring in step 12.

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Facts about felt crafts for kids

✂️ Kid-safe scissors and glue sticks let kids cut and stick with far less risk than sharp blades or wet glues—great for independent crafting.

⭐ Star shapes are a super popular charm because a simple five-point template makes each piece look perfectly balanced!

🧩 Beads are one of the oldest forms of personal decoration; archaeologists have found bead ornaments tens of thousands of years old.

🧵 Felt is made by matting and pressing fibers together, so it won’t fray—perfect for tiny hands and quick crafts.

🔑 Keychains started as practical tools to hold keys and later became fun collectibles and souvenirs around the world.

How do I make a cute DIY Star HappyB keychain step by step?

Trace a star template twice onto felt and cut shapes using child-safe scissors. Place the two pieces together, add small beads or a felt face for the HappyB, then sew with a simple blanket stitch or use fabric glue leaving a 1–2 cm gap. Lightly stuff with polyester filling, finish stitching or gluing closed, and attach a small felt loop or metal eyelet to add a jump ring and keyring. Let glue dry fully and supervise any needle or metal use.

What materials do I need to make a DIY Star HappyB keychain?

You’ll need felt sheets (different colors), safety scissors, a star template or paper stencil, fabric marker, polyester stuffing, embroidery thread and needle or fabric glue, small beads/buttons for eyes, a jump ring and keyring, and optional sequins or fabric paint for decoration. Small pliers help attach jump rings. Choose non-toxic supplies and avoid very small beads for younger children to reduce choking risk.

What ages is the DIY Star HappyB keychain suitable for?

This craft suits children about 6 and up with adult supervision. Ages 3–5 can join using pre-cut shapes and glue or stickers while an adult handles cutting and sewing. Kids 8+ can usually stitch, add beads, and attach the hardware with guidance. Always supervise sharp tools, needles, and small parts; adjust tasks to a child’s fine motor skills and confidence level.

What are safe variations and decorating ideas for the HappyB keychain?

For safety, avoid tiny beads with toddlers, use fabric glue instead of hot glue for young kids, and secure metal parts tightly. Variations: try different shapes (hearts, moons), use embroidered faces, add wooden or acrylic beads, sew on sequins, or paint patterns with fabric markers. Make a backpack charm by adding a lobster clasp or create a matching pair as gifts. Always check for loose bits before giving to little children.
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