Repurpose Glass Jar Lids Into The Cutest Customizable Key Holder

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If you're always looking for your keys, this jar lid hack is for you. Upcycling items you're likely to have at home, you can create a key holder that matches your decor and saves you key-hunting time every day. Not only is this the easiest way to make your home more organized, but it also adds a charming touch of personality to your entryway.

To begin, you'll need six glass jar lids, paint, patterned cards that match the style of the room, BaGushan Adhesive Wall Hooks, twine, and a hot glue gun. We'd recommend painting the outside of the jar lids first. You can brush on acrylic paint, like the TikToker behind this DIY did, though spray paint works just as well. Then, measure and cut out circles from the patterned card and press them into the lids. If you cut them slightly larger than the lids, they'll stay in place without needing to be glued. 

Arrange your lids in a honeycomb-style pattern and glue the sides together using hot glue. Next, position the hooks on the back of the lids before removing the clear backing. Make sure the hooks extend beyond the edge of each lid when flipped. If the adhesive patch is too big, simply trim it. Once they're attached, measure your twine to the height you want your key holder to hang, cut it, and glue it in place. Hang it up and remove lost-key stress! Unfortunately, it only works at home. If you misplace your keys while out, remember these important things to do immediately after losing the key to your door.

There are many creative storage ideas for a clutter-free entryway, and this key holder is a versatile addition to the list. It's also an easy design to adapt to suit your needs. Families with many sets of keys might like an easy way to identify whose keys are whose. Instead of decorative cards, print photos of each person and insert them into the lids. If you need more hooks, use the same size lids and glue them in a straight line next to each other. This layout will need stabilizing, so glue some Tress Wellness Craft Sticks across the backs of the lids before adding the string.

Using twine and flowery images as shown in the video creates a key holder that suits a cottagecore aesthetic. To recreate the idea with a sophisticated edge, paint the lids in a metallic copper color, replace the patterned paper for small round mirrors, and hang the holder using a Bieye Metal Chain. This changes the look completely while maintaining its practical functionality.

While you're at it, make a few extras and repurpose them in other rooms. Paint the lids in happy colors and place them in a kid's room to organize hair ties or even gloves. Make one for the kitchen painted in sunny yellow and add sunflower pictures for a cute dishcloth hanger. While there's a use in every room, preventing lost-key stress is the best use for your sanity!