What do you do when your coloring page is done? Make something! Here’s a tutorial to turn those pages into Shrinky Dink keychains!
Adult coloring has become an incredibly popular trend, and for good reason! It’s a relaxing, creative activity that anyone can enjoy. If you haven’t given it a try yet, I highly recommend it—it’s both fun and therapeutic.
However, like puzzles, I often find myself wondering what to do with my finished creations. After all that time and effort, it would be a shame to just leave them in a drawer or on the bookshelf.
That’s when inspiration struck! Why not turn these pages into something practical and fun? So I made these DIY Shrinky Dink keychains! They’re a perfect way to repurpose your coloring pages and turn them into a functional, decorative item you can use every day.
These keychains also make fantastic gifts. I’m planning to make a few for Mother’s Day, but they’d also work well as housewarming gifts or even as party favors.
The best part? You can customize them with any coloring pages you like, making each keychain completely unique and personal.
They’re simple, fun to make, and a delightful way to turn your art into something meaningful. Ready to get started? Here’s what you’re going to need.
Gather These Supplies
- Inkjet printable shrink film (Shrinky Dinks)
- Colored pencils
- Finished coloring page – I used some free printable coloring pages found here, but you can also use any pages from your favorite coloring book. You can find more free coloring pages here.
- Scanner and printer
- Parchment paper
- Acrylic sealer (optional)
- Mod Podge Dimensional Magic (optional)
- Ball chain and connector
It’s fun to look at the pretty design that I colored and have a little reminder on my keys that “Today is going to be awesome!”
I love my Shrinky Dink keychains, and am already thinking about how I could make more with additional designs. I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!
Get the printable how to below:
DIY Shrinky Dink Keychain
Learn to make keychains with Shrinky Dinks and finished coloring pages! This is easy enough for kids, and fun for adults.
Yield: 2 keychains
Cost: $5
- Inkjet printable shrink film Shrinky Dinks
- Colored pencil(s)
- Finished coloring pages
- Parchment paper
- Clear acrylic sealer optional
- Mod Podge Dimensional Magic optional
- Ball chain and connector
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