Sure, you still have your house keys, but where are they now? You desperately look for them when you need to take some stuff to the car, only to remember that you last saw them by the entryway. How do you secure your keys without losing your keys as well? Every so often, you realize that you need a secure spot to keep your house keys. For instance, when you go out on a date and want to give instructions to a guest who is expecting to stay in your house. DIY key holder ideas can be useful for all sorts of things like keeping keys separate from the rest of the house, or using them as decorative items on a side table near your door, or placing them anywhere else where they will still fit.
DIY Key Holder Ideas
It is time to say goodbye to bouncing house keys. Keeping track of such small objects can cause so much trouble when they disappear. They look nice and are easy to make, which will save you the cost of hiring a locksmith. One surefire way to prevent such things from happening is to make DIY key holder ideas. Not only do these holders keep your keys safe, but they also make good decorations for the entryway.
Heed our 20 DIY key holder ideas and start securing your keys right away! Some are very simple but some are fancier, using wires or other materials. Anyway, it's worth a try if you want a multipurpose holder that can also work as a simple decoration at home. From choosing creative ideas for keyholders to keeping track of old keys, you can use the following DIY key holder ideas to secure your keys in your home. Hang your house keys somewhere where you can easily see them when you go home. You might find just the key holder you need here.
Simple Keychain with Chapstick Holder
Commonly used during cold seasons and in places with dry air, chapstick has the ability to prevent chapped lips. However, chapsticks are easily misplaced, spilling their contents onto your clothes or other objects. By carrying it on a keychain, you can keep a backup of your chapstick with you at all times. This is a great gift for anyone who always seems to be on the go. (It also happens to be one of my handmade products.) Get your chapstick wherever you go with this handy keychain holder.
No more digging around in your purse or pockets for a chapstick, simply put it in its holder and clip it to your keys. Is there anything more frustrating than chapped lips? Within this key chain, the holder is a chapstick holder, allowing you to stay moisturized while being on the go! Well... this is the easiest way to hold your keys and chapstick. You won't have to dig through your purse or pockets to use it. In addition, this prevents you from applying chapstick before reaching your destination and making it smudged or look messy. This can fit in any standard keychain hole.
Hotel-inspired Key Holders
Add a touch of retro glamour to your entrance hall with this hotel-inspired key holder. A functional and decorative piece, this wooden key holder is a great addition to your entryway. This key holder displays all of your keys in style. The wooden keyboard is painted a dark brown, and the hooks are metal bezels surrounding each hook. This item is great for anyone who loves decorating and likes to display their keys for all to view.
Each hook holds a room key inside its frame, which bears the name of your "hotel." To add a sense of history, the board was painted dark brown for an antique look. The dark brown key holder will beautifully decorate your entryway. Choose from several metal label frames and hooks of different shapes and colors.
Key Holder from Painted Animal Toys
Looking for a festive way to keep all your keys in one place? Try this cool key holder from Painted Animal Toys. With nothing more than an axe, a chainsaw, some wood glue, and a little paint, you can upcycle your old stuffed animal collection into a modern woodland-themed wall decoration.
Re-purpose your old toys to make a little key holder. This charming wall decor will hold your keys and give a warm vibe to the entryway. It's easy to make. Spray-painted with gold paint, it makes use of toys that would otherwise be considered for landfill. These toys are also more durable due to being sealed and painted. Pop it next to your door for an unusual and eye-catching addition to your home.
Wall Concrete Monogram Holder
Ever lose your keys inside the house? Worry no longer, with the Handicraft Concrete Monogram Wall Hook. Simple to mold and functional to hang, this do-it-yourself kit will help you create a personalized wall decoration all while giving you peace of mind! If you don't like to lose your keys or throw them in a basket, you need the Concrete Monogram holder! This is a concrete mixture that allows you to create letters in 3D. Just mold it using your hands. It stays flexible so it won't break by dropping.
Then add hooks (included) and hang your keys so other people won't steal them! The concrete monogram holder is extremely easy to use. It creates a beautiful monogram by simply imprinting it with your keys. It has hooks to hang keys and holds them tightly, giving you a sense of security. You can also imprint your monogram directly into the concrete and make it stand out.
Key Holder Board with Fake Mini Plant
What a "green" way to organize keys? This board features the popular succulent and the lovely pastel color is perfect for a more vibrant decoration. Your keys will be right on display and in an easy-to-reach spot with this cute pastel succulent key holder! The two-point metal hook makes it a more prominent decorative element while creating a convenient space near the entryway to store your keys. With a beautiful pastel color and a mini fake succulent plant, this keyholder board is one of a kind.
It not only displays keys beautifully but also reinvigorates the look of the entryway. Display hooks at both ends allow for easy storage of multiple sets of keys. The two-point metal hook offers convenience in placing your keys.
Vintage Key Holder from Old Frame
Bring a stylish and vintage touch to your home with this key holder. Handcrafted with burlap, an old frame, and keyholes, this holder will be a conversation piece on your wall. Each frame is handcrafted as each piece of wood is unique. Once you receive the item and determine which way you would like the keyhole to face, use a drill or screwdriver to add the screw in on the wall for an easy installation.
Choose from several different shades of paint that are chipped off of the antique frame to match your personality. Change and rearrange your keys as often as you like—change the look of your key holder by changing the arrangement of the keys and frames. Or leave the arrangement alone, and keep your keys on display for everyone to see.
Wooden Slab Key Holder with Color Blocking
A fun way to get organized! This slab was made using a color blocking technique and is also made with bark wood, making it more durable. The small wooden pieces on this key holder will do the trick. The wooden door hanger can be placed near the entryway, to where you can hang your keys and stick them back afterward. You can add words on this, just like reminders for you to add on. This key holder slab is paint-free and sanded for a smooth finish.
The color-popping technique on this wooden slab makes it one of a kind. The hooks are attached by small nails, so you can hang them near the entryway or by the entrance of your house. You can also add wordings on the wooden slab while painting like "Brush your teeth" to remind your kids to do so.
Fridge Magnet Key Holder
If you have a lot of keys, a magnetic key holder will help you keep them organized. Using sticky-tac or glue, attach a cork sheet to the fridge and cut it to size. Put your keys in their place with this colorful corkboard that securely attaches to your fridge or another ferrous metal surface. It is easy to install, comes with a set of four colored hooks to match any decor, and is 100% reusable. Add your keys and stick a magnet onto the back of the cork with more sticky tac or glue.
Painting the cork will also make it easier to spot. This magnet key holder is an innovative yet simple way to help you keep track of your keys. The flexible square cork board can be easily attached to the inside of a fridge or any other magnetic surface for quick viewing. The magnet on the back holds the keys firmly in place, so you won't have to worry about them falling down. If you need another key holder, it's easy to print more and stick them up together.
Peg Board Key Holder
Never lose your house or car key again! Attach a pegboard key holder to the inside of a door, and pull out a peg when you need an extra key. It's especially helpful if you don't take your keys off of this hook! This key holder can hold many keys in a compact space. This handy key hanger includes several colored pegs and a pegboard to attach to a wall. Put your keys in the lanyard and put them on the pegboard! The pegboard key holder works well with standard-sized keys.
It's made of plastic, so it won't rust. The sticks are brightly colored, and the pegs are a little smaller than the holes. When you're done unlocking the lock, you can just slide the key off the stick and return it to its place on the board – no more digging through your pockets.
Painted Driftwood Key Holder
The Painted Driftwood Key Holder is an easy and affordable way to decorate your home. It makes use of clean driftwood, which was cut down in the ocean and brought to shore. After sanding, several hooks were attached to use for sticking keys. There are 2 different models you can choose from, the " Modern Standing Tree "or the " Contemporary Standing Tree ", both made from driftwood from the sea.
These lightweight key holders can be used to place any set of keys. For your convenience, the hooks are easy to remove so the holder can be reused and relocated to different places. The beautiful piece of driftwood creates a southwest-style decoration. Driftwood deco keys wall holder and catch that are useful to hold the keys of a house or the car and place it in an artistic manner.
Key Holder in a Cabinet
So where do you hide your spare key? This easy-to-install cabinet provides a hidden location in the kitchen or den where you can tuck it away at the back of a crowded cupboard. With a small footprint and simple structure, it's an affordable solution for extra security. This functional cabinet provides a hidden key holder that keeps your keys within reach while keeping them well hidden from other family members.
Made from solid pine and featuring rows of hooks for hanging the keys, it can be placed on a shelf or tucked away in the corner of the kitchen for easy access. It also has a simple structure for easy assembly. The cabinet is hand-finished with distressing and wax finish for a weathered look.
Beautiful Peacock Key Holder
Take your keys to the next level with this unique, handmade peacock key holder. Colorful, artistic, and fun, this keyholder features beautiful colors of purple, blue, and green, perfect for bringing some color into any room. Hang your keys on the peacock’s tail for a unique place to keep your stuff. Show your unique personality as you hang your keys from this Beautiful Peacock Key Holder. It features a beautiful peacock with its colorful feathers spread out.
All you have to do is mount simple hooks along the tail of the peacock, then Your keys can be tossed on over and be safely held in place. This key holder was created from Styrofoam, cardboard, coloring, glue, and decorative beads. Give them a gift that will impress. The color of the peacock is beautiful. Choose from a variety of colors for both the peacock and the hooks.
Key and Mail Holder
Do you still receive real mail? Add this vintage-inspired key and mail holder to your home, office, or dorm. This key and mail holder is the perfect way to organize your mail and your keys. With an open box and mesh wire, it offers an ideal place to rest your mail, while the hooks make it easy to snatch your keys. . It has two hooks on either side to easily snatch your keys or any mail that needs to be shredded or placed in an envelope.
The vintage style is a great modern touch, while still remaining helpful. This key and mail holder is an effective way to ensure the safety of your belongings. It is an old-fashioned product that still has a use in the modern era.
Cute Couple Key Holder
Without a key holder, keys can easily get lost. This key holder helps keep all those little essentials organized and within easy reach. Perfect for the entryway or kitchen, it's made of durable acacia. Use it to hang keys to your house and your car, plus a keychain with a duplicate house key. Cute Couple Key Holder provides a private place to hang your key. Since you and your mate have similar tastes in art, decorating the board can be fun.
You could even create your own artwork, with paper and crayons, glue, or paint. It's a great way to get started in crafting together! Encourage love and laughter with this cute couple key holder, which can be decorated with your initials, names, or a picture of you and your other half. Makes a great Valentine's Day gift! This convenient oak board has two hooks for keys and will look great displayed in your kitchen.
Doorknob Key Holder
Doorknobs are often overlooked in our everyday lives, but their functionality and design make them perfect for your key chain. The old-fashioned knobs on doors that open up to the world can now be used to hold keys, just by mounting them to a board with the help of the knob’s mechanism. By using its unique pairings for a hook, and its wide key for the hook, you can easily hook your keys on a doorknob. This will not only keep you from having to keep track of your keys as much, but it will also make you feel like an adventurer every time you SEE THEM.
Why buy a container for your keys when you can repurpose an old doorknob?
The knob’s pairing key is used as the “hook,” while the actual key hangs from it. If you have an old doorknob sitting around your house, it’s time to make use of it! Repurpose an old doorknob by attaching it to a board, and you’ll have a quirky key holder. The knob’s pairing key makes for a quirky hook, while its corresponding real key is firmly attached. This gives your keys added safety and security. Now you can actually find your keys at the bottom of your purse in seconds!
Key Chain Rack from Old Jacks
Old Jacks designed a key chain rack out of old jacks, plugs, and network cables. Each key chain comes with a unique tag that displays a color and number to help organize your keys based on their specific color. You can hang the key chain so you can easily locate the appropriate key in this array of keys. The rack is turned into a key holder by sticking old jack, plugs, and network cables. The rack can be turned around for easy retrieval of keys.
Colors are available in black, white, and pink. Old Jacks offers a cool key chain rack for everyone willing to give it a try. Cut from high-quality materials and made from an old jack, the material of your choice, and some leftover network cables and plugs. Once completed, you can easily arrange your keys in accordance with their purposes while making sure they are secure but convenient and within reach when needed.
Elegant, Contemporary Key Holder
Elegant and appealing, this keyholder will be helpful and decorative in organizing a messy key collection. It was created with an antique porcelain lamp base holding keys that were removed from a necklace pendant. Each key is attached with rope leather cords to the pendant. You will love this Elegant, Contemporary Key Holder. It is made from a necklace pendant and leather cords. The result is a unique, visually sophisticated key holder that works in any modern house with style and sophistication.
This key holder is the result of an ancient art form, reinvented to look sleek and classy in any modern home. Leather has been used in furniture construction for centuries. This functional bit of art will last a long time––and it's sure to be a conversation piece around the house.
Iron Key Holder with Word Decoration
Don’t lose your keys anymore! In this day and age, where sleek and minimalistic design seems to rule the roost, there is something to be said for a keychain that is loud, bold, and clear about its purpose. The Iron Key Holder with Word lets you know that your keys are on it by screaming “KEYS!” in big bold letters. Simply incapable of subtlety, it's guaranteed to make you smile before you head out the door. This iron key rack is designed to be used anywhere you want.
To make it simpler to remember where you left your keys, especially in the morning, the designer chose the word “keys” to be displayed on this key rack. It is easy to find your keys with the word “KEYS” written on the key holder. Holds 4 keys and makes an excellent gift for fishermen or as a housewarming present!
Simple Lego Key Holder
Simple Pallett Key Holder
This key holder was constructed using two wooden pallets. This item is useful, unique, and one-of-a-kind. This pallet key holder is perfect for the front entryway of your home. The distressed wood makes it more rustic. There are ten screws used to hang the key rings, and you can also create a text by arranging the screws. Each pallet was collected and sorted to ensure you had all the right boards to complete this piece. This rustic key holder comes with a sawtooth hanger attached so that it can be attached to a wall or the side of a doorknob.
