DIY Shrinky Dinks on a Cricut | Make Easy Plastic Charm Earrings and Keychains!

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Learn how to make DIY shrinky dinks for keychains or jewelry! Have you seen a craft that just looks like magic? If not, try these DIY shrinky dinks projects and you can say you have! Making them by hand is fun, but the Cricut makes them so much easier, as long as you get the settings right. I'll show you that, and how Print then Cut can level up your plastic projects. The results I got with photos are stunning! It took a lot of testing materials and techniques, so let me save you time and money with this tutorial. It's not the same as stickers!
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MATERIALS LIST (contains my affiliate links):
View my Amazon shopping list with the exact items we used to make this project at a.co/0eO32mf
* 8.5" x 11" Printable Shrinky Dink Sheets - amzn.to/3h8oc4K
* A4 Size Printable Shrink Plastic Sheets - amzn.to/3gY2ZL4
* Inkjet Printer (I used my HP ENVY Photo 7155)
* Colored Pencils
* Permanent Markers like a black sharpie
* A method to cut your material, I used the amazing Cricut Maker 3 but you can also use the Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore 3, the Cricut Explore, or the Cricut Joy (if you are only cutting the plastic sheets) - you can use the standard fine point blade for this project - jennifermaker.com/best-cricut-machine-buy
* Cricut Green StandardGrip Machine Mat 12” x 12" - amzn.to/3BJKbWi
* Brayer - amzn.to/3b0nxz9
* Cricut Pen if you want to draw with your Cricut - amzn.to/3hUmKmG
* Oven - amzn.to/3tFpebb
* Baking Sheet - amzn.to/3BbcKMu
* Heat Resistant Gloves or Oven Mitts - amzn.to/3VjqGf7
* Something heavy and heat resistant to press the Shrinky Dinks while they cool - I used my unheated EasyPress 2!
* Sheet of Parchment Paper to go on the baking tray - amzn.to/3AdT3Dx
* Acrylic Sealing Spray - amzn.to/3hN5qzR
* Keychain Rings - amzn.to/3tD2Cba
* Earring Backs - amzn.to/3OgCnBa
* Single Hole Puncher - amzn.to/3ApuJ1k
* Design #452 - My free SVG/PDF/DXF design files (available in my free resource library at jennifermaker.com/library )
0:00 - Making DIY Shrinky Dinks
1:20 - Tools and Materials to Make Homemade Shrinky Dinks
2:37 - Get Free Shrinky Dink Designs from my Resource Library
4:07 - Prepare Your Shrinky Dink Design in Cricut Design Space
5:50 - My Most Important DIY Shrinky Dink Design Tip
8:40 - Design a Custom Initial Keychain in Cricut Design Space
12:54 - Making a Photograph Keychain in Cricut Design Space
15:46 - Making Shrinky Dinks with Print-Then-Cut in Cricut Design Space
17:40 - Make a Custom Cut Setting in Cricut Design Space
20:07 - Shrink Your Plastic
22:14 - Add Keychain or Earring Hooks to Your Shrinky Dinks
22:22 - Show Off Your Homemade Shrinky Dinks
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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my child!)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer Marx on a Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K camera
Design: A Jennifer Maker original!

[@ameliafleck2522]

My oldest son made a necklace for me in grade school from shrinky dink I still have it. He is 54 now. I would like to make some of the shrinky dinks in todays video for my Granddaughters.

[@JenniferMaker]

That is so sweet!

[@gamgamdabest8327]

I have my sons shrinky dinks bracelet that he made me. He’s only 30, but I completely understand your nostalgia! I have grandkids too and we shrinky dink often! It’s still very much a FUN memory to make! I wish you so very much joy!

[@clairebeane3455]

I’m about to make some to send to my granddaughter. We made them when I was a child as well. It is nostalgia season over here in my household. 😉

[@renaehooper9807]

Shrinky Dinks were my most favorite craft as a kid

[@JenniferMaker]

Wonderful! 💜

[@suewright8426]

This gives me so many more ideas & it'll make great stocking stuffers too!

[@VickyButler-jv6jy]

Oh childhood memories! So glad my older children got to enjoy these when they were young too! Now for the grandbabies!

[@JenniferMaker]

Wonderful!

[@colleenaben1064]

Shrinky dinks were my favorite as a kid!!!

[@alvarobcnify]

As always thank you for taking the time to explain the process

[@JenniferMaker]

Any time!

[@1156Treecat]

Watched the replay. An old idea is reborn!!! Yay!!

[@karengates7154]

Thanks for bringing back great memories of Shrinky Dinks.

[@kathyshorter8150]

I use to make these with my children all the time. We loved them.

[@sallysnay4675]

So many memories. I even have the original Shrinky Dinks oven still in the box. Old memories are great!

[@JenniferMaker]

Wow! That is so cool! 😃

[@JoDee7986]

I can’t wait to try this with photos!

[@candygrubisic]

I didn't even know they made printable material. Cool. I've always loved making these and keep them around for things to do for the grand-kids.

[@phyllisjones1143]

Talk about a blast from my childhood, not Shrinky Dinks!! They were so cool. 😎 Great project.

[@kathyearley16]

How cool! I used to do Shrinky Dinks when I was in high school 42 years ago!

[@BeautifulTouches]

I never would have dreamed of making Shrinky Dinks with my Maker. Thank you so much for all the knowledge that you share!

[@georgetteberghammer8696]

Love these and can't wait to make them. This brings back a lot of memories. 🙂 Thanks so much Jennifer and team so appreciate everything you all do! 🙂 ❤️

[@aracelysee9665]

Love your tutorials! So easy to follow and you explain everything so thoroughly!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you so much!

[@nancyevans8411]

I made these years ago. Anxious to see your updated version. Thanks for sharing!

[@jernst777]

I think these are the cutest ideas for stocking stuffers! Thank you, Jennifer!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@sandymatulis2494]

I used to do these as a kid. Looking forward to making something for everyone at our family reunion camping trip next year.

[@carriefriess5399]

These take me back to my childhood as well. I really like the idea of shrinking photos. Thank you again for another great tutorial!

[@BamBam12345]

This definitely brings back memories for me. My granddaughters are going to love making these and creating their own memories. ❤

[@graygamer1198]

Learning new techniques all the time with Jennifer Maker. Never would have thought to make Shrinky Dinks on the Cricut

[@nancyevans8411]

Anxious to try your new shrinky dinks with the Cricut!

[@NoYBW]

Thank you so much for the tips, especially about lightening images! I'm sure you preemptively saved me from wasting material and potentially giving up on a birthday present my heart is set on making for my daughter! So grateful for all that you share.

[@dianeteschner7769]

I’ve used my big shot to make shrinky dink jewelry in the past. Never thought of using my Cricut. Can’t wait to try it.

[@DiFairey]

I love this step by step video. My granddaughters are going to love this activity!

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay!

[@tessam3246]

Even if you don't want to make a shrinky dink- this video is very Design Space informative. Beautifully done - as always Jennifer.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cherylharrison6801]

Been wanting to learn and try this project!

[@marciestill2577]

Your Doggie is so cute. I am doing the colored etched glass so excited.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you!

[@trishamiller2a-usa994]

Never, ever have I made a shrinky dink, and I can't wait to try this! Your dog is adorable, Jennifer!

[@kathybutcher7794]

Going to do this with my grand kids. They'll love it!

[@iLLusionsCustomCreations]

My granddaughters will love making these!

[@zettaslay8055]

These will make great stocking stuffers! Thank you, Jennifer❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@darnbunny1]

Brilliant. So many hints and tips. I learned so much. I'd never created a custom material on the Cricut. Just your idea/design of the loop on top was worth watching the whole video. Thank you for another great video.

[@kimmiebates3096]

Good Morning, ALL these will be good gifts for Christmas, Thank you for sharing!

[@leslieruiz9593]

Wow Jennifer! I just purchased a set I found at Michaels to do with my five year old having no idea this could be done using the Cricut. So cool! Love this! Thank you!

[@christines2451]

Thank you for sharing this. I wanted to try the shrinks dink but was overwhelmed. I appreciate you providing this and being such an awesome teacher. I love your tutorials they are so easy to follow and learn from. Thank you and merry Christmas

[@arlenecook7883]

I love these, I can't wait to make with my grandsons.

[@cindiwall7398]

Love the Sunflower!

[@monalisa2004]

I remember making shrinky dinks! This is going on the list to make with the Blessings! Thank you.

[@candicraftycorner]

Love this woman honestly ❤

[@JenniferMaker]

Awww Thank you!!🥰

[@jodigullikson]

Brings back memories

[@bettybeck4287]

Such a great tutorial. I would never have thought of trying to make Shrinky Dinks again without this video.

[@terrilynkoetting3066]

SO FUN ! Can't wait to do these again.

[@lindahouck6269]

I never thought of shrinky dink earrings! I see my dog on my ears soon!

[@marias.learningallican3892]

Thank you! This looks like a neat craft for my class. I’m going to be searching plastic container bottoms for the number six now!😁

[@lisadesmond2624]

such good memories with this one!!

[@carolworkman5912]

Love this - haven'tdone a project with shrinky dinks in awhile! Thank you for the video to get the creative juices flowing!

[@jennifereichenauer]

OMG! I remember doing these growing up! Can't wait to do them again using with my Cricut!

[@karlaglover9693]

So enjoying learning all these projects.

[@minadyess3075]

This is so cool! I need to do this with my grands.

[@nancyfitch4789]

I want to make shrinky drinks! I've never heard of them until now! How fun! Thank you, Jennifer! ❤️

[@kayswick9210]

What a fun project. Brings back lots of memories with friends from back in the day :)

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Love to make them with my grandkids they would love them, thank you Jennifer for another great video with great tips and advice! Hugs Liz 😊

[@wendym.serrano3490]

We just be about the same are because i remember doing them when i was a is. Can't wait to try with my grandkids

[@sbsmith21]

How wonderful! Now I can use my Cricut to do projects with my shrink plastic!

[@kathryndoyle4204]

One of my favorite things to do when I was a kid!! This will be so much fun!

[@kathrynmorgan8301]

This will be so great with the grandkids!

[@akarph]

Thank you for this tutorial. I'm falling behind. Will work on reverse weeding project tonight. Thanks again.

[@Smallcraftsmichigan]

Definitely brings back memories. I love the keychain idea. Can make some awesome gift tags too!!!!

[@JustJulesM]

Oh my ... how fun! Can't wait to get some shrink plastic!! This might be fun for our adult kids this year at Christmas! I should look for key ring attachments too!

[@smcdaniel45]

Love these so cute! Yes they do bring back memories.

[@carlayandell5812]

Loved these as a kid

[@gerryannbrown9645]

Thanks Jennifer, Lovely video. I made Shrinky Dinks last year but used my Heat Gun to shrink them with, not the best way but fast. I like your way Much better. Thanks for Tutorial and all your hard work from you and your team.🎄

[@JenniferMaker]

Good to know! Thanks!

[@lucyirvine574]

omg I missed this one sooo cut thank you

[@flacaleo4]

Love the step-by-step step process. Can’t wait to do these I have some sheets that have been sitting in my desk because I was not sure how to size the images. Thanks Jennifer Maker

[@dijackson5455]

Can’t wait to make with my granddaughter ❤

[@lilscraftandthings]

Never made shrinky dinks. Looks like a great craft for all.

[@JenniferMaker]

It is! 😃

[@lesliebassewitz4811]

Keychains with Shrinky Dinks will be on my list of projects! Thanks, as always for the great tutorial!

[@JenniferMaker]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@colleencrossley6006]

these will be awesome tags for christmas packages as well.

[@jenb8697]

And school bag tags! OMG I don't even have kids lol

[@juliemanning4795]

What a wonderful tutorial! Thank you so much!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@carrysanderson4756]

I can't wait to make some of these, thank you for the awesome, clear instructions!

[@sandybrickman1392]

Missed this, but watching now!

[@SueKAllen]

So cute to make for young nephews and niece!

[@pamelathomason3572]

haven't done these in a long time like you.

[@pja0284]

Love it, bring back memories!

[@judylawson1600]

Thanks Jennifer! I am ready to make shrinky dinks!

[@doroteoeo]

the earrings look very interesting to give as a gift

[@laurastone4865]

These will make great stocking stuffers!

[@juliebooth58]

This is so awesome. Thank you for sharing these amazing projects.

[@louanntomlinson7112]

Thanks for all the valuable info!

[@bonnieg1749]

This is a blast fro m the past

[@barbaralamont883]

Oh yes! Stocking stuffers!

[@gerrywolfe2549]

Thanks for the tutorial & tips.

[@DianeNash-ej5fv]

Thanks for your great tutorials!

[@candicebaker3080]

It’s amazing to see all of the great ideas that you and your team come up with. I wish I had your brains. I keep seeing these great ideas I buy all the stuff but then I’m always so busy making things for friends and relatives that i have a hard time getting to my stuff. I am so anxious to make the Christmas bulbs. I have 4 boxes of glass bulbs. I have the etching and several colors of the wax. Anyway, I need to figure out how to work my projects in too. btw I never charge people. I feel weird abou that but material prices do really add up. Eek. Hope none of the rest of you have my problem 😝

[@ingagreen317]

Another cute project for my craft supply list.

[@teresaroberts7376]

What a great idea! Thanks for taking us through all the steps. Gonna go buy the material now. 💜

[@Gail1124]

This is gonna be awesome

[@petakucas7389]

Such a great teacher. Thank you

[@pehpy4111]

I loved creating with shrinky dinks as a child. I found an off brand at Hobby Lobby. I didn't know the name brand was still available!!! I HAVE TO GET THEM!!

[@kaylanger5559]

Thank you Jennifer for sharing your hard work!

[@JenniferMaker]

You bet!

[@reginabyerly232]

SO COOL!! 😍THANKS JENNIFER!!!🥰

[@willettemalone3017]

Good Morning, I can't wait to get started.

[@marysbugable]

I can’t wait to try this!

[@rebeccabuchmeyer1347]

So much fun! Thank you for the info. As always, I've learned some great tips from you. I use my heat gun to shrink my plastic since I don't have to leave my craft room

[@carol-annridler3560]

This will be fun! lol chuckled at the bonus code 😊

[@CrazyCountess]

Thanks Jennifer!

[@shakirapittman3307]

First off, this was the best step by step teaching video I’ve seen. I’ve had my cricut for a few years & gave up trying to do things with it because I couldn’t grasp the concept of how to use it. With your videos I believe I’ll be able to finally conquer my fears. Also, do you have any videos on how to create nurse or healthcare related shrinky dinks? Thanks

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! I'm so glad you found it helpful. I don't have nurse/healthcare designs but you could use this tutorial with any images you like!🥰