Charm Making Night
Host a small workshop where everyone creates tiny charms—keychains, phone charms, or bag accessories—as keepsakes.
Materials & Shopping Links
Charm Bases and Clasps
Keychains, phone straps, or lobster clasps as the base
Quantity: 2–3 per person
Beads and Mini Charms
A mix of beads, letters, and tiny charms to choose from
Quantity: Shared assortment
Jewelry Pliers
Small pliers to open and close jump rings
Quantity: 1 per 2–3 people
Small Trays or Bowls
To keep beads and findings organized on the table
Quantity: 3–5 shared
Welcome to Your Charm Making Night
Charm making is small-scale creativity: tiny objects, big personality. This workshop gives people a chance to build something playful and carry the night with them afterward.
Before You Begin
- Best for 3–8 people
- Works well around a table with good lighting
- Cover the table with a cloth or paper for easy cleanup
Flow of the Gathering
1. Set Up the Craft Table (10–15 minutes)
- Arrange beads and charms in small bowls or trays
- Lay out pliers and charm bases within easy reach
- Create a sample charm or two as inspiration
2. Quick Demo (10 minutes)
- Show how to attach a charm using a jump ring and clasp
- Share a few simple design ideas (monochrome, initial charms, theme colors)
- Emphasize that there’s no “right” way—just experimenting
3. Making Time (45–60 minutes)
- Invite everyone to design 1–3 charms
- Encourage trading beads or building charms for each other
- Move around to help with tricky clasps or design ideas
4. Closing (10–15 minutes)
- Invite a quick share: “Show us your favorite charm and why you made it.”
- Offer small bags or envelopes so people can take their creations home safely
Variations & Ideas
- Theme night: Focus on colors (all blues) or motifs (stars, words, travel).
- Gift-focused: Make charms for specific people in your lives.
- Pop-up station: Turn this into a small station at a larger gathering.