Lip balm keychains are majorly trending and with Halloween just around the corner, why not learn how to make them? We are here to share all the supplies and instructions you’ll need to DIY your own Halloween lip gloss keychains.
This is a fun Halloween teen or tween craft idea. These lip balm keychains are the perfect addition to teen or tween boo baskets. They would also make a cute Halloween goodie bag addition. Not only are they cute and practical, but they also allow for a bit of creativity and customization with what beads and charms you choose. The craft store is your oyster. Let’s get right into how you can make these spooky lip balm keychains!
Halloween Lip Balm Keychain Supplies:
Before you start crafting, gather the following supplies:
- Tube(s) of Lip Balm – there are several trending brands depending on your budget. Three of the most popular in order from most to least expensive are: Summer Friday, Laneige and elf. Since we were adding these to tween boo baskets, we went with the lesser expensive option to allow more budget for our other boo basket ideas. Here are some links to these lip balms in Halloween colors:
- Beads – this is where you can customize your keychains to your taste. If you love ours and want to recreate the same look, here are links to the specific ones we used:
- Black and white striped, silver disco and white pearl beads.
- Translucent purple and orange beads and smaller beads were from this kit
- I used beads from this bracelet for the pink beads and orange beads with clear gems
- Cute ghost beads – were the ghosts your favorite too? So adorable!
- Lobster clasps – I used these 20 mm silver lobster clasps
- Jump rings I used 10 mm rings from this set
- Charms – I used beads but charms are another great option to add to your lip balm keychains.
- Scissors
- Jewelry tools – if you don’t have any you can use tweezers or needle nose pliers, whatever you have on hand that can open and close the metal jump rings. Here is a fairly inexpensive jewelry tool set:
- A push pin or other sharp object to poke a hole in the corner of the lip balm
- Super glue or clear nail polish – optional to seal knots
DIY Halloween Lip Gloss Keychain Instructions
- Poke a hole in the top corner of the lip balm tube. Make sure it’s not too close to the edge where it could be easily knocked loose.
- Using tools open the jump ring.
- Attach jump ring to the lip balm by looping it through the hole.
- Attach lobster clip to the jump ring by inserting it through the jump ring gap.
- Close the gap in the jump ring.
- String the stretch cord through the jump ring. The cord will now be doubled.
- Begin adding beads to the cord until you reach your desired length.
- Tie several knots to secure your beads or tie a small bead at the end.
- Optional: secure the knot by coating it with super glue or clear nail polish.
- Add as many strings of beads as you prefer by repeating the process.
Click here for a YouTube video of the tutorial.
What to Use Halloween Lip Balm Keychains For:
- Creative Activity: Perfect for a craft night with teens, tweens, friends. Watch Gilmore Girls or a favorite Halloween movie and craft away.
- Halloween party favor
- Teacher Halloween gift
- Item to put in a boo basket for teens, tweens, friends
- Halloween party activity for teens or tweens. Set up a Halloween lip balm keychain making table so each person can customize their own keychain to take home.
- Attach the keychain to backpack zipper or purse for quick access and cute Halloween aesthetic.
Pack Lip Balm Keychains for Gifting:
You can add an extra spooky vibe by packaging your keychains. Dollar Tree has these cute iridescent coffins.
There are so many cute Halloween packaging ideas the options are endless. Even a Halloween treat bag would be cute.
Happy Crafting!
We hope this tutorial was helpful! Making Halloween lip balm keychains is a fun way to get into the spooky season while crafting something useful and fun. Whether you’re gifting them, adding them to boo baskets, using them as party favors, or simply enjoying a creative night in, these little lip balms are sure to be a hit. Happy Halloween crafting and let us know if you have any questions!
