Yo ho! Ahoy! Today we’re taking treasures and pieces of eight to create a keychain. It’s super easy and a subtle nod to one of my favorite dark rides at Disneyland, Pirates of the Caribbean. Here are the supplies:
| Supplies List: | Tools List: |
|---|---|
| Key Ring with Clasp | Scissors |
| Thick, Leather Looking Cord | Tape |
| Wide Nautical Beads | Pliers |
| 26 Gauge Wire | Flush Cutter/ Nipper |
| Fish Beads | |
| Ocean Colored Beads |
Yarr!
I started off cutting about 8 inches of some very thin wire. (26 gauge should be good).
And strung my beads on. I made sure to have a round bead at the bottom.
I looped the wire around the round bead and threaded it thru the rest of the beads, pulling it tight so everything was squished together nicely.
I chose the darkest colored cord and strung on my anchor charm, knotting it in place.
Then, I simply added my other charms. I knotted after each of them and was able to squeeze some of the charms over the knots.
Some of these charms were difficult to get both cords thru. A tip is to wrap some tape around one side of the cord–with a tiny bit over the cord–and cut the tape diagonally so it has a sharp edge. Thread the non-taped cord thru first, then the taped cord.
Taking the two ends of cord, I put the key ring in between and knotted. I then added a charm on the other side and covered the knot with it.
Again, I added charms and knotted after each one.
To finish, I just knotted each side of the cord and cut off the excess.
To attach my fish string, I added a round bead to one side of the wires and wrapped the other wire around it to keep the beads in place.
Next, I strung the wire thru the cord a couple times and wrapped it around itself. I snipped the excess off with a flush cutter and pressed it together with pliers.
Lastly, I negotiated everything into place.
X Marks the Spot!
This is a fun and simple project that will add a little sparkle to your otherwise normal, non-pirate life. I was reminded of the Pieces of Eight shop at the Pirates ride exit when coming up with this project. I thought, it’d be cute to have your own pieces of eight.
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