How To Sew A Keyring Pouch

If you’re looking for a super cute item to hang on your bag or car keys, this keyring pouch is exactly what you need to sew right now!

This small, compact pouch is great for storing tissues, coins, lip balms, and so much more in one place!

It’s so easy to sew, and if you follow my step-by-step tutorial, you can easily make this keyring pouch in 15 minutes or less!

It’s definitely one of those quick sewing projects you’ll want to sew repeatedly.

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Additionally, I’ll demonstrate the French Seam method, allowing you to skip the bias tape altogether. This method works so well, and you’ll have super neat seams on the inside of the pouch.

I’d also like to mention that you can make these pouches in just about any size. The method remains the same, and all you need to do is just increase the measurements of the fabric and zip you’ll be using!

Finished pouch size: 11 cm x 9 cm (4.33″ x 3.54″)

If you’re excited to get started, let’s begin.

Table of Contents

DIY Keyring Pouch

Supplies

Basic Sewing Kit
Sewing Machine

Cotton Fabric – 14 cm x 18 cm / 5.51″ x 7.09″ (2 Pieces)
Interfacing – 20 cm x 20 cm / 7.87″ x 7.87″ (1 Piece)
Zip – Between 15 – 20 cm /5.91″–7.87″

If you want a high-quality, AD-FREE version of this sewing guide with step-by-step instructions included under each picture, you can find the printable PDF guide over here!

Video Tutorial

Instructions

Step 01 – 02: Begin by pressing the outer cotton fabric onto the fusible interfacing (or any type of interfacing) and then trim away any excess from the edges.

Step 03 – 04: We will now attach the zip to the outer piece. Trim the ends of the zipper to align with the size of the outer piece, but leave a little extra length at the end.

Step 05: Place the zipper down with the right sides facing in.

Step 06: Place the lining fabric on top of the zipper, with the right sides facing inward. Ensure that the fabric is aligned with the top edge of the zipper. Sew all 3 pieces together.

Step 07 – 08: After sewing, open the joined piece so that the right side of the fabric is facing you.

Step 09: Bring the outer fabric piece toward the zip.

Step 10: Fold the opposite side towards the zip.

Step 11 – 12: Head to the machine and sew the pieces together.

Step 13 – 14: After sewing, unfold the fabric.

Step 15: Make sure to trim off the excess zipper pieces from the sides.

Step 16: It should look like this.

Step 17 – 18: Open one side of the fabric and then unzip it.

Step 19: Once it’s unzipped, fold the inner fabric outward so that the right side of the fabric is facing out.

Step 20: Adjust the fabric so that the inner fabric sits nicely. If you prefer, you can add topstitching on both sides of the zip.

Step 21: Fold the entire piece so that the zip is positioned at the center, as illustrated above.

Step 22 – 24: To attach the keychain, take your label or a strip of ribbon and thread it through the keychain. Next, sew the bottom two ends of the label.

Step 25: Place the key ring (right side down) where the zipper is. Then, you’ll want to sew the fabric close to the edge on both sides.

Step 26: Here’s what the piece should look like after sewing.

Step 27: Proceed to sew the opposite side. Remember to attach your keychain to the pouch!

Step 29: Open the zip and fold the fabric to the wrong side.

Step 30 – 31: Gently unfold each corner using a pen or a pointed tool.

Step 32: Sew both sides of the pouch as indicated.

Step 33: Use a 0.8 cm or a 1 cm seam allowance.

Step 34: Next, turn the pouch over to the right side.

Step 35 – 37: Open out each corner once again, and you’re done!

Your zipper pouch is now complete!

Wrapping Up

This keyring pouch was so easy and fun to sew. I’ve already made quite a few, and I do want to gift them. I think they make the perfect little gift for all ages.

The clasp is also pretty useful to have. You can hook them onto anything or just leave it as a decorative feature.

The batting does give this pouch some stability, making it quite nice to hold and use.

I do hope you found this sewing guide and pattern easy to follow. I did try to break down and include each part of making this pouch so you can recreate it with ease.

Like always, if you found this tutorial helpful, please drop a comment below.

Also, don’t forget to check out some of my other sewing tutorials below:

That’s it from me. Happy sewing, everyone!

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