Types of key holders made of leather
There are a huge number of different variations of key holders. Each person will be able to choose the right one for themselves. Key cases come in a variety of sizes, colors, finishes, and of course, shapes. To choose a product for yourself, you need to familiarize yourself with several types.
They include such designs as:
- Key rings. The product received its purpose because of the ring built into the side, with which it is convenient to attach it to bags, purses or any other things. The appearance is standard - a leather case, closed with a zipper or a miniature button.
- Cases. The device resembles a regular case for protecting glasses. Inside, for the convenience of storing keys, there are several rings; their number is unlimited.
- Lace-up key holders. This option is more suitable for people who are used to wearing keys around their necks, like in childhood. Convenient design for use by children or the elderly. The case itself is soft and closes with a zipper or button.
- Purse. Usually the accessory is considered an attribute of businessmen, but this is a stereotype. A convenient and compact key holder will suit any person. The product can hold more than just keys. Specially made compartments for cards, business cards and even notebooks.
- Extended covers. Outwardly, it somewhat resembles a regular wallet. This option will appeal to those who have to carry long, non-standard-shaped keys with them. Closes with a zipper or riveting.
You can make a case for storing keys with your own hands.
Additional Information! It is not uncommon that the key holder also performs a protective function. For example, if it is intended for a child, then it is often made with neon inserts that reflect the light falling on them. So, if the product is attached to a child’s backpack, the case reflects the light of passing cars and the child becomes visible to drivers, which prevents emergency situations.
You can sew a unique key holder.
DIY leather key holder
Making a unique leather key holder with your own hands is very simple if you take into account a few nuances. For wear resistance, it is important to choose the right material, and for the reliability of the structure, it must be sewn correctly.
This case will have an exclusive design and will best suit your personal requirements.
In addition, you can decorate the key holder in your own way and create a one-of-a-kind item that no one else will have.
How to choose the right skin
Leather is selected based on its characteristics. The most reliable key holders are made from natural material, that is, genuine leather. It has good breathability, a soft surface and increased durability.
Choose good leather for your key holder.
Due to this, the product tolerates temperature changes well and does not crack. Burning out under the sun's rays is practically impossible if the material is of really high quality. You can make a key holder yourself from any material.
A DIY leather key holder is a necessary and convenient accessory.
When selecting, you can pay attention to some of the most popular and durable ones. These include:
- Soft skin.
- Buffalo skin.
- Suede leather.
- Calf skin.
Stitching
The master class on creating a leather key holder with your own hands begins with preparing all the necessary materials.
Prepare materials for the key holder.
You will need: a zipper (rivet), fabric for the inner lining, basic material, a carabiner and fittings. The product is not difficult to sew. A self-made key holder, unlike a purchased one, will look interesting and exclusive.
Additional Information! When cutting out the main parts, it is important to take into account the length of the largest key that will fit in the key holder so that you do not have to redo it. Usually the standard key size does not exceed 8-9 centimeters. To avoid size mismatches, the product is always adjusted to fit existing keys.
Before work, prepare all the necessary tools. They include: scissors, a ruler, a sewing machine (designed for leather).
Prepare the necessary tools to make a key holder.
Instructions for making and stitching:
- A square-shaped pattern is made from leather.
- A zipper is sewn in. Leather, zipper and lining fabric are connected. It is stitched along the entire length on both sides. The edge of the lining should protrude by 1-1.5 centimeters.
- The workpiece is turned right side inward.
- The fastener is sewn along the edge on the front side.
- The zipper is fastened, a line of 2-2.5 centimeters is made on each side.
- A leash is made, then a clamp is attached to it.
- All cuts are closed. It is better to make the corners of the key holder in a semicircle and fold them into an envelope. The folded parts are stitched.
- The key holder turns right side out.
Take all the materials you will need.
Introduction
Experienced car enthusiasts always carry a minimum set of required auto tools in their car. As you gain experience, the standard tool acquires an additional one, which must be properly placed in the trunk to avoid noise while driving. A tool folded in one place is guaranteed to be found during repairs on the road. Materials and equipment for making a bag for auto tools:
- awning or tarpaulin fabric;
- eyelets;
- rope;
- blind rivets;
- a sewing machine capable of piercing thick tarpaulin fabric;
- tool for installing blind rivets;
- auto tools that will be packed in a bag;
- permanent marker;
- Velcro tape;
- polyurethane tourist mat 200 by 300 mm.
Master classes on manufacturing (interesting ideas)
You can come up with many decorative solutions and color combinations yourself. Leather is now sold not only in standard colors. And the amount of accessories for key holders will surprise anyone. From all this you can make beautiful and laconic products.
A high-quality leather key holder is an elegant fashion accessory.
Interesting ideas for decoration:
- Geometric patterns.
- Animalistic images.
- Illustrations in different styles (retro, vintage, etc.)
- Reproductions of paintings.
- Hand embroidery from threads or beads.
- Thermal adhesives for leather.
- Sports symbols.
The leather key holder model has a number of advantages.
Note! There are many designs, there are special versions for men, women and children. They differ in colors and design. If the men's ones are more restrained and laconic, then the women's and children's ones are even made with embossed designs.
A discreet leather key holder, perfect for a man.
Making a key holder with your own hands is a simple and even interesting task. Anyone can handle this. The main thing is to choose the right skin and decide on the design.
Step-by-step creation instructions from A to Z
Before you start making a key holder of a certain model, you need to purchase the necessary material. Let's take a closer look at one of the options for making a key holder.
Key holder in the shape of a house. At the first stage, it is necessary to prepare the workplace itself and the necessary tools:
- Hooks;
- Varnish;
- Masking tape;
- Paints;
- Scissors;
- Pencil;
- Wooden board;
- Jigsaw
- Sander.
At the first stage, you need to draw the house itself on paper and then transfer it to the board.
- Then we use a jigsaw to cut out the resulting pattern.
- The next stage is to remove all irregularities using sanding.
- We cover the product with a certain color.
- Drill holes and insert hooks.
- The final stage is coating the finished product with varnish.
