Woven cord key fob craft for 12-year-olds
This project is for 12-year-olds creating a colorful key fob for a backpack zipper, locker key, or sports bag. It is a decorative accessory, not climbing or safety equipment.
What to buy
Satin cord in two colors
Split key rings
3
Plastic lobster clasps
3
Large-hole alphabet beads
Masking tape
Small scissors
Ruler
Lighter for adult use only
Heat-resistant work surface
Key fob pattern card
Bead sorting tray
Measuring tape
Who this list is for
A 12-year-old making a colorful accessory for a backpack zipper, locker key, or sports bag can use this woven cord key fob list. The finished fob is decorative only, not climbing or safety equipment.
How to use this list
Choose two satin cord colors and measure matching lengths with the measuring tape or ruler. Secure the cord near a split key ring or plastic lobster clasp with masking tape on the heat-resistant work surface, then follow the key fob pattern card to weave. Sort large-hole alphabet beads in the bead sorting tray and add them where the pattern allows. Trim ends with small scissors. A lighter may only be used by an adult, on the heat-resistant surface, if the project calls for sealing cord ends.
Common mistakes
Never use the key fob to hold weight, climb, secure gear, or act as a safety strap. Do not use the lighter without an adult. Avoid cutting cord lengths before checking the pattern card, since woven sections use more cord than they appear to. Keep loose beads in the sorting tray.
What is on this list
The list includes satin cord in two colors, three split key rings, three plastic lobster clasps, large-hole alphabet beads, masking tape, small scissors, ruler, lighter for adult use only, heat-resistant work surface, key fob pattern card, bead sorting tray, and measuring tape. Cross off items already on hand.
When you are done
Check that the weave is snug and that beads are secure. Attach the finished fob to a zipper, locker key, or sports bag as a lightweight decoration only.
FAQ
Who is "Woven cord key fob craft for 12-year-olds" for?
A 12-year-old making a colorful accessory for a backpack zipper, locker key, or sports bag can use this woven cord key fob list. The finished fob is decorative only, not climbing or safety equipment.
How should I use "Woven cord key fob craft for 12-year-olds"?
Choose two satin cord colors and measure matching lengths with the measuring tape or ruler. Secure the cord near a split key ring or plastic lobster clasp with masking tape on the heat-resistant work surface, then follow the key fob pattern card to weave. Sort large-hole alphabet beads in the bead sorting tray and add them where the pattern allows. Trim end…
What should I skip or avoid with "Woven cord key fob craft for 12-year-olds"?
Never use the key fob to hold weight, climb, secure gear, or act as a safety strap. Do not use the lighter without an adult. Avoid cutting cord lengths before checking the pattern card, since woven sections use more cord than they appear to. Keep loose beads in the sorting tray.
What is on the "Woven cord key fob craft for 12-year-olds" list?
The list includes satin cord in two colors, three split key rings, three plastic lobster clasps, large-hole alphabet beads, masking tape, small scissors, ruler, lighter for adult use only, heat-resistant work surface, key fob pattern card, bead sorting tray, and measuring tape. Cross off items already on hand.
What should I do when I am done?
Check that the weave is snug and that beads are secure. Attach the finished fob to a zipper, locker key, or sports bag as a lightweight decoration only.
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