Faux Leather Ghost Keychains
This project is part of my Faux Falloween Crafting Event where I’m sharing a new Fall or Halloween Cricut craft every day for 10 days.
Learn how to make Faux Leather Ghost Keychains with a Cricut
Today’s project is all about creating these adorable ghost keychains. They’re made from faux leather with heat transfer vinyl (HTV) details, and they’re perfect for adding a little spooky charm to your keys or bag.
These keychains are easy to make, and you can customize them with different colors and designs. Whether you’re new to crafting or a seasoned pro, this project is a great way to use up those leftover vinyl scraps and create something fun for the Halloween season.
Ready to get started? Let’s dive into the materials and steps!
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How to make Faux Leather Ghost Keychains with a Cricut Step by Step
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Materials you’ll need to make Faux Leather Ghost Keychains with a Cricut
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Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Start with a nice and smooth white faux leather for your ghost keychains.
Step 2: Unzip the download folder. Then open a blank canvas in Cricut Design Space and upload the SVG files for this project by clicking on the Upload button on the left hand size and choosing the unzipped SVG file.
Step 3: Choose the ghost design you want to make and hide or delete the other ones. Click the MAKE IT button.
When the mat previews load, toggle the MIRROR button on for both because faux leather and heat transfer vinyl cut in reverse. Then drag your shapes away from the side and top edges of the mat a little. Click Continue.
Step 4: Choose the Faux Leather (Paper Thin) setting with “more” pressure for the faux leather mat. Then choose the appropriate material setting for the vinyl mat recommended by your vinyl’s manufacturer.
Step 5: Now, let’s get started with cutting. Place your faux leather pretty side down on the purple strong grip mat and press it down firmly. Secure the edges with blue painter’s tape to prevent any movement during the cut.
Step 6: Remove the faux leather from the mat and trim away any fuzzy edges. Remember to poke out the keychain hole at the top. Set aside and return to Design Space to cut the heat transfer vinyl mats.
Remove the cut vinyl layers from the mat and weed away the excess.
Step 7: Next press the heat transfer vinyl onto the faux leather according to the Layering Guide below.
Place the front faux leather ghost shape on a heat pressing pad. Then place the first vinyl layer shown in the Layering Guide on top. Cover with a Teflon cover sheet, butcher paper, or parchment paper.
Use your EasyPress Mini set on low (or a regular EasyPress at around 265°F) to press the vinyl to the faux leather. Once pressed, remove the carrier sheet and set the sleeve aside to cool.
Press each vinyl layer in order. After the last layer is pressed, place the warm faux leather shape under your heat pressing pad for a minute or two so it cools flat.
Step 8: Once your front piece is cooled, it’s time to glue the front and back together. Apply glue to the back of one piece, getting close to the edges without going over. This ensures a tight seal when the two pieces are pressed together. If any glue seeps out, simply wipe it away with a damp paper towel or your finger.
Place the front piece on top of the back and press them together. To ensure a seamless edge, place the assembled keychain under a heavy book for about an hour while it dries.
Step 9: After the glue has dried, it’s time to add the finishing touches. Attach a split ring key ring and a faux suede tassel (if you like) using 10mm jump rings.
Use jewelry-making pliers to open the jump rings, slide them through the holes in the keychain, and close them securely.
And there you have it—a cute and spooky ghost keychain ready to adorn your keys or bag!
Answers to your questions about making Faux Leather Ghost Keychains with a Cricut
Q: Which Cricut machines will cut faux leather?
A: You can cut faux leather with any of the current Cricut machines because they all cut faux leather with the standard fine point blade included with each machine. For this project you can use the Cricut Maker, Cricut Maker 3, Cricut Explore 3, Cricut Explore Air 2, the Cricut Joy Xtra, or the Cricut Joy with the 12 inch long mat.
Q: What do I need to press heat transfer vinyl onto faux leather?
A: To press heat transfer vinyl onto faux leather you’ll need a traditional heat press, Cricut EasyPress, or Cricut EasyPress Mini.
Q: How do I get the SVG template for this project?
A: The SVG template for this project is part of my Faux Falloween Crafting Event. Learn more and get all of the SVG files and tutorials for the event projects here.
If you loved this project, you’ll love these projects too:
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Until next time… and happy creating!
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Can’ wait to make these!
How stinking adorable!!
Can’t wait to make them
These are adorable!
I love these ghosts! They are so cute!
The ghost keychains are really cute. Can’t wait to make some and give them away.
So Ca-ute, Love those Flowers!! Thank You!
Such great detailed instructions!
I like the cowboy. cute designs.
I love these! So cute!
I absolutely adore the Ghost Keychain with the Flowers on it .. Very cute!
Adorable ghost keychains!
Such an adorable western ghost!
These are so darn cute, I can’t wait to make some
ty for your time
I love how easy Amy makes these projects with her thorough tutorials.
These are so cute!!
Another cute craft!
Love all 3 Ghost keychains 🙂
These keychains are adorable and your video was very easy to follow. Watching you do the jump rings was an aha moment for me. Thank you!
These are adorable Amy. Thanks for the great step by step instructions.
These are just too cute! And I love the bonus ones that come with the VIP pass.
These are so cute!!
Theses ghost would make the perfect purse or backpack charm.
I just love the flowered ghost and I love the example with glitter HTV, what girl doesn’t like a little bling!
Thank you for all your hard
Love these so much! Can’t wait to make them!
Perfect for living in the country 😁
I love the Ghost keychains, perfect for Halloween!!
Thank You for walking us through the entire process! I kept thinking she must be a teacher!!
My wife & I have watched your video’s for some time now & they never disappoint. Great video!
My wife & I have watched your video’s for some time now & they never disappoint. Great video!
I love these so much and they are so pretty
Love these little ghosts with the most. These will be fun to make with my teen.
The ghost with the cowboy boots!!! I love it! Going to have to try that one out for sure!
Adorable – all of them. I especially like the ghost holding the pumpkin. It would look fantastic hanging from my granddaughters backpack
as usual a great video for a wonderful design you created for us. Thank you
Too cute!
These are such cute little ghosties! And they look easy enough for me to make.
My daughter will decorate her purse with this one for sure!