How to Make Faux Leather Leatherette Key Fobs

[@AkaRuby]

Thanks!

[@vivyrach]

Thank You for sharing, cant wait for the hardware to arrive so I can try making some -xoxo

[@LolSimp]

Omg i was so worried I needed a heat press or my Cricut! Thank you so much for using an alternative way, can’t wait to try these out 🙂

[@melodyengland4439]

Oh wow now that's great to see that a paper cutter can actually cut thru that faux leather, I have a few of them, but just didn't think that it would have worked, I'm a bit surprised.

[@DesignBundles]

@@melodyengland4439 So we are 🤣

[@ToreyB19]

Thank you I plan on making these but instead of super glue I think I’m going to use heat and bond though!

[@DesignBundles]

@@ToreyB19 Nice idea! Let us know how it goes!

[@joasart-n-mygirls8726]

Thank you so much for the detailed video. I bought everything mentioned in video. I just loved how easy and pretty my wrist lanyards turned out.

[@DesignBundles]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@labr9226]

thanks I want to start a small business so this helped

[@kathleenwood3174]

Holy cow!!!! I love this idea!!!! Thank you!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@VmartinezHtown]

Great tutorial

[@marysmith6294]

Another great tutorial. Thanks so much

[@DesignBundles]

Glad it was helpful Mary! - Agata

[@cherylchaney9220]

Great tutorial!! Thank you! Subscribed!

[@michellehamel3691]

''I have been turned loose with super glue'', describes me perfectly😁

[@DesignBundles]

Haha it's great!

[@gerilynne1955]

Love this video. Great idea for little gifts.

[@yvonnetucker1416]

GREAT PROJECT

[@DesignBundles]

Yay, glad you think so! :)

[@melodyengland4439]

I noticed that this video is from 4 years ago, so are you still making these key fobs, if so is the paper cutter still working well, I mean is it the same exact cutter & is it still sharp enough to keep cutting smoothly? Or after all of this time are you onto different projects now?

[@simplycrafted2705]

where do you get your leather? thanks :)

[@angelcrowley765]

What kind of glue was it that u used??

[@anitaulmer]

I just love watching your videos. Great projects to try!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you Anita! I'm so glad our videos inspire you to craft! My job is done 😂. Thanks for stopping by! ---Becky

[@DesignBundles]

Thanks Bev! You're amazing, as always! ---Becky

[@junebeedle8071]

Another great tutorial Becky, thank you.

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you June! ---Becky

[@tabathaann4713]

Love this!! Going to get supplies now to make these!!

[@DesignBundles]

Thanks Tabatha! You will absolutely love making these! ---Becky

[@michellesalazar7446]

Awesome thank you

[@DesignBundles]

You're welcome 😊

[@rbabyjane2]

I love it

[@DesignBundles]

Glad you loved it!

[@1960Connie]

Can you share where you got your leathers? Great tutorial!

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Connie! My leatherette came from Craft Chameleon! Thanks for stopping by! ---Becky

[@BobbieBTexas]

Thank you. I’ve been making key fobs but sewing them. Love these faux leather, I have those plyers but my rubber cover has cracked😭

[@francyolivera6654]

Great video! Can you tell me what super glue type can I use ? Thank you.

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Francy, I used the brush-on Gorilla Glue, it worked great and the brush was amazing easy to use. I have also used the gel type super glue, it also works great on leatherette. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@MEEKABOO32]

Great Video!! Where did you purchase the Bee leatherette? Its not on Craft Chameleon . TYSM Becky

[@DesignBundles]

Hey there! You are correct, the bee leatherette was part of a scrap pack a friend of mine passed on, leatherette wasn't her thing. Let me see if I can find out where she purchased it from. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@reneebeardenwilliams5664]

@@DesignBundles I had the same question as Meekaboo32. I loved your video!

[@iluvdance06]

What paper trimmer do you have?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Taylor, it's Fiskars brand, I'll link one I found on Amazon below so you can see exactly which one it is. Hope this helps! ---Becky www.amazon.com/Fiskars-SureCut-Portable-Paper-Trimmer/dp/B000OMYB18/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=fiskars+paper+trimmer&qid=1621326566&sr=8-7

[@claralouise7013]

Did u use faux leather on both sides ?

[@DesignBundles]

Yes, the faux leather was one page and then you fold it in half to create the leatherette. - Brittany

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! You can use faux leather on both sides if they are glued together! - Dawn 🙂

[@marlenevicario8318]

Hi..when applying the super glue do you on the whole leather piece or just the outer ends.?thanks

[@Crystalnachi]

Where do you get your hardware?

[@DesignBundles]

Amazon :)

[@margiecastonguay517]

Can you sew them instead of gluing them?

[@DesignBundles]

Yes you can!

[@marjoriewhite5699]

Where do you purchase your faux leather?

[@DesignBundles]

here is a link www.143vinyl.com/faux-leather/?partner=440066

[@rebeccaarroyo4705]

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[@DesignBundles]

❤️

[@jessmaggard7659]

I just recently tried the gorilla glue and it does not give the wristlet any bend. It also came apart after letting it dry for a day.. is there any other alternatives to mending them together?

[@Thedreamteam99]

Hi! I use heat hem tape!

[@toxicfrogs7474]

​@@Thedreamteam99The heat wont ruin the color or patter on the leather?

[@donnarivera1752]

Where do I get the leather

[@DesignBundles]

You can find it at your local craft store or even on Etsy or Amazon!

[@donnarivera1752]

@@DesignBundles thank you I'll order some and them you make y look so easy

[@TheHawkinsVlogLife]

Is that fabric both faux leather sheets or what

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! The key fobs are using faux leather sheets! - Dawn

[@TheHawkinsVlogLife]

@@DesignBundles front and back no vinyl or anything I've been learning how to make keychains so any input and what that glue is would be so helpful for me to know? Thanks

[@TheHawkinsVlogLife]

And what kinda glue is that

[@marisamontgomery5999]

Can u use any leather to make them

[@DesignBundles]

I'm sure you can Marisa, you may just have to cut the leather by hand if the paper trimmer isn't strong enough to cut it. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@bethhoward6496]

I tried this with the same glue and they were hard/ridged and they separated less than a day later, just sitting on a table. I switched to 1/4” red line tape and they are so soft and supple like leather should be. I am also able to put the sides together before clamping. I totally recommend the tape if you’re having trouble with supergluing.

[@DesignBundles]

Great tip Beth! Thanks for sharing! ---Becky

[@S.B90x]

Where can I purchase the tape from please (from UK)

[@kerryburgess5376]

Why not use heat and bond strips…I ordered some key fobs from a gal and the super glue was all over and some of the side were pulling apart I was not impressed and would thing the heat and bond tape would be a much better option 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@bethhoward6496]

@@kerryburgess5376 because heat…and I’m not sure heat and faux leather mix

[@marlenevicario8318]

What does the tape look like? Thank you

[@jpompa09]

I can pull my leatherette right out of the fob. I even had my husband so it to see if I wasn’t tightening it enough but thats not the issue. Should i glue the ends first? Or is the problem that i only use one layer of leatherette?

[@DesignBundles]

Good question, I guess I've never tried only one layer of leatherette. If you can pull the leatherette out, I would say that the teeth aren't grabbing it on the inside, so I would try a second layer. I don't pull on them with my whole strength or anything, but I have given them quite a tug and mine are secure. Hope this helps and let me know if you try two layers! ---Becky

[@AIMAGINEWORLD777]

Loved this. Where can I buy the clamps and hardware?

[@DesignBundles]

You can find them on Amazon. 😊

[@familytees3688]

Love watching all of these. Can you please tell me where you get your faux leather from? I love the designs.

[@DesignBundles]

Hey there! I'm happy to share I get my faux leather from Craft Chameleon. Good luck with your project! ---Becky

[@amybullen3103]

With the glue are they long lasting? X

[@DesignBundles]

Our apologies for the delay in response and we hope you've found the answer but if you are still having any troubles, please feel free to write in to [e-mail] or join us in a live chat so we can help with your next project! - Brittany

[@vicky602]

Hello! Do you but anything around the edges to prevent it from fraying?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Cynthia! Nope, the leatherette has held up very well! ---Becky

[@purpletyc]

I love your demonstration. Where can I find that faux leather?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Tannia, I scored this faux leather from Craft Chameleon. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@michellemendoza4999]

HI, EXCELLENT TUTORIAL. I'm not sure where to look for Crafty Chameleon? Yours were so cute. Also, I was wondering if all Faux Leather can have the (dull side) be used for htv? Or, just slap 2 designs back to back and use the glue would be a better option? I would appreciate any help, thanks.

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Michelle, CraftChameleon.com is their website. You can absolutely use HTV for the dull side of your Leatherette, whatever you prefer. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@michellemendoza4999]

@@DesignBundles thank you so much 💗

[@yulianaortega4309]

How much do you sell these for? Or can anyone help me out?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Yuliana! I searched online and the low end seems to be around $6, which seems low in my opinion. I would feel out your local market and determine what will work best for you. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@yulianaortega4309]

@@DesignBundles ok thank you

[@stephaniehook3689]

Where do you get your leather?

[@DesignBundles]

Hello Stephanie, You can likely find it on Etsy! 😊

[@linda1986r]

Where can I purchase the plier you ised in this video?

[@EmilyMineDesigns]

She said Amazon.

[@tiffanyhopkins8951]

Great video. About how many do you get out of one sheet of leatherette ?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Tiffany! The sheets are typically 8" x 10" and I can get typically 8 x 1" strips, but that all depends on the size of the hardware you purchase. Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@tiffanyhopkins8951]

Thanks so much for responding. That really does help ?

[@glorybea2]

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[@aovercomer]

Forgive me if I missed it and ask a stupid question. I am wondering about the inside double layer of leatherette. Is it for looks or is the leatherette not strong enough for a single outside layer or another purpose for 2 layers?

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Andrea! Not a stupid question at all! The leatherette is very plain on the back side, so I like to make them double sided so they are prettier AND because it makes them sturdier. So you are right on both fronts! Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@nikkimackenzie7497]

Love the “turned loose with superglue” comment

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Nikki! Super glue is definitely my "inner kid craft", it always ends up everywhere! Glad you enjoyed the video! ---Becky

[@da1ofjoy]

Been making these a few months now.

[@DesignBundles]

Aren't they fantastic Joyce! I love how easy they are! ---Becky

[@vicentegarcia6590]

Como llama esa cosa que la sostiene

[@DesignBundles]

Hola Vicente, el cierre de hardware se llama KeyFob Hardware Set de Amazon, publicaré un enlace a continuación para usted. ¡Espero que esto ayude! ---Becky www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YXPVQPX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@amandamorgan7626]

Great video, put this idea on my crafty to do list! Can we have a video of the faux leather being submitted as well as being made into a wrist strap? 👍

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Amanda! I will definitely add these to the list! Hope this helps! ---Becky

[@mommom92478]

No way adding the glue afterwards is easier. Just doesn't make sense.

[@leighsutherland6222]

You did not make a key fob. A fob is electronic. You made a wristlet.

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Leigh! Thanks for stopping by and watching the video. I understand that this may cause some confusion, but key fob is being used in the crafting community in this way, not just for the electronic key fobs. This is not correct by the technical definition, but it is what it is. Hope to see you on future videos! ---Becky

[@jaymieoliphant3366]

Where did get your leather from?