Fabric Keychain Guide: Sizes, Hardware and Double-Sided Art
Short answer: Fabric keychains are woven for fine detail or embroidered for raised texture. The common jet tag format runs around 13 x 3 cm with a metal eyelet and split ring; both sides carry artwork, so plan front and back together and keep a blank margin around the eyelet.
Woven or embroidered?
The same rule as patches: woven keychains hold thin lines, small text and detailed artwork because the design is woven into the fabric; embroidered keychains trade detail for raised, tactile texture. Clubs matching an embroidered patch program usually pick embroidered tags so the merchandise set feels consistent; brands with detailed logos pick woven.
Sizes and formats
| Format | Typical size | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Jet tag | Around 13 x 3 cm | Aviation and motorsport style, streetwear drops, club merch |
| Short key tag | Compact rectangles and shapes | Retail add-ons, gift sets, bag charms |
| Custom silhouette | Sized to artwork | Mascots and logo shapes with laser-cut edges |
Final size follows the artwork and hardware — treat the sizes above as starting points and confirm on the proof drawing.
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Get a QuoteHardware and the eyelet margin
- Standard setup — metal eyelet plus split ring; the workhorse for bulk orders.
- Clasp / carabiner — for bags, lanyards and event badges.
- Metal colors — silver, black, antique brass and gold tone; match the brand hardware.
- The margin rule — keep artwork clear of the eyelet zone. Text running into the hole is the most common proof correction on keychain orders.
Double-sided artwork planning
Both faces are woven or stitched anyway — a blank back is a wasted face. The standard split: logo on the front; slogan, club name, event date or website on the back. Send both faces as separate vector layouts, state whether they share colors, and remember that text must stay readable at arm's length: a keychain is read in someone's hand, not on a screen at 400% zoom.
FAQ
What is the standard jet tag size?
Around 13 x 3 cm is the common reference; the final size is customized to the artwork and hardware and confirmed on the proof.
Can the front and back be different?
Yes — same artwork both sides or completely different front and back layouts. Plan both faces together in the artwork stage.
What hardware colors are available?
Silver, black, antique brass and gold tone are the usual options; custom metal colors can be discussed with the quote.
What quantity do fabric keychains start at?
Many catalog keychain items start from 50 pieces — check the real MOQs in the sample gallery and price two or three tiers in one RFQ.
Related reading: Custom woven keychains · Custom embroidery keychains · Promotional merch program
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