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You won't mind kissing this little frog so jump right into the fun and make this cute little frog keychain. This little beaded frog is surprisingly simple to make, so it is an ideal project for crafters of all ages and skill levels. All you need are a handful of pony beads and some durable cord. With a bit of looping and knotting, you'll see your amphibian friend take shape, bead by bead. Have fun creating this great little frog keychain with a little bit of cord and pony beads. It is perfect for keychains, bags or backpacks and makes a great summer camp craft or school team mascot. Fun and easy to make, this key ring is great for your key ring, to share as gifts, or to make for fund raisers.
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If you make this project please share your photos with us. If we use them on our website or on Facebook you will get 10% off of your next order over $25!
You will need one connector such as a Lanyard hook,
or any type of Key Ring.
Cord:
You will need about
2 yards of cord for your frog.
There are lots of different types of cords you can use.
There are lots of different types of cords you can use. We prefer a cord that is 1mm to 2mm thick because it helps your frog keychain critter keep it's shape better. Alternatively, you can use a thinner cord and weave a little wire or a pipe cleaner into your keychain critter to help it keep it's shape that way. Either way works just fine but you can experiment with it to see which method you prefer.
One good choice is Monofilament Cord
or 2mm metallic cording. Other good choices would be jute or hemp cord, leather necklace cord, rattail cord, shoelaces, ribbon, paracord, or a strong jewelry cord like tigertail.
Beads needed:
60 - Green Pony Beads.
2 - Black Pony Beads for the eyes.
Other Things Needed:
Optional: For a stiffer frog you can include a little wire or a pipe cleaner with your cord to help keep it's shape Beading Wire
OR Pipe Cleaners
3. After finishing the pattern tie a double knot in the cords at the bottom and apply glue to secure.
4. Weave your wire or pipe cleaner through your beaded frog keychain to make it stiffer and hold it's shape. You probably only need to do this on the first or second row.
(Seed beads or E beads can be used in place of pony beads to create smaller characters.)
The illustration below uses red and blue to show you how each cord side is woven into the beads. Your cord, of course, will be all the same color.