8 original do-it-yourself bag jewelry ideas

How to make a bag grigri?

Personalize your handbag, beach bag or child's back-to-school kit with a unique and trendy touch:bag jewels. Also known as bag grigris, they're the creative touch of the moment! As well as being easy to make, these DIY accessories can be adapted to suit any style.

Let's discover together 8 ideas for original DIY bag jewelry, using a variety of materials: charms, wool, polymer clay, shells, gem beads... A concentrate of trends and tips to personalize your bags with ease.

What is a bag grigri?

A DIY bag grigri is a small decorative accessory, like a key ring. You can hang it anywhere: on a handbag, on the handle of a tote bag, on the closure of a satchel...

It can be made up of :

• Tassels (wool, suede, cotton...)
• Fantasy charms or pendants
• Beads in various materials(gems, wood, glass, etc.)
• Ribbons, cords or chains
• Polymer clay for personalized shapes

Mounting is usually done with a key ring, snap hook or chain. Then simply combine the elements as you wish to create an original, 100% personalized piece of bag jewelry.

1. Colorful bag grigri with bandana and charms

Recycle a bandana into a colorful do-it-yourself bag grigri. This design combines knotted fabric with pastel and gold charms. The result is a bohemian-chic bag accessory inspired by the summer markets of Ibiza. Perfect for adding a touch of summer to your outfits.

2. Wool heart pompom bag jewel

In the mood for romance? Combine pompom and wooden beads for an ultra-colorful piece of bag jewelry! Your jewel will look great on a basket or beach bag.

To make your own heart-shaped pom-pom, all you need is a pom-pom maker, a ball of cotton in the color of your choice and a little agility in your hands, and you're ready to go.

3. Summer bag jewelry with paracord

Paracord, often used in outdoor leisure activities, becomes a stylish decorative element here. Combine it with a few charms and a snap hook to create an original piece of bag jewelry. Why not hang it on your hiking bag for a sporty look, or on your handbag for an offbeat yet refined style?

To do this, you'll need around 45cm of paracord and the knotting technique presented in our tutorial.

4. DIY summer bag grigri with shells

This is THE grigri to have this summer! A mother-of-pearl pendant, imitation freshwater pearls, and a couple of marine-themed charms, and you've got all the makings of an easy DIY bag accessory. Give your accessories a seaside look.

This seashell summer grigri is sure to be a charming creation, adding personality to the bags you'll be wearing this summer.

5. Bag jewelry with key chain and charms

With a beautiful chain and a selection of personalizedcharms, create a piece of bag jewelry to match your every mood. Fastened with a key-ring snap on one side and a round snap on the other, it's quick to assemble and easy to carry from bag to bag.

6. Bag jewelry with letter and snake pendant

Why should pendants and charms only be used for necklaces or bracelets? Combined with a thick 9cm stainless steel chain, your charms will become the centerpiece of a bag accessory or key ring!

Our tip: attach your grigri with a screw clasp. It will be securely attached to your bags, but very easy to detach if you wish to combine it with another bag or tote.

7. Jewel bag keyring with gemstones and pompom

Have you ever thought of using gemstones for your bag accessories ? They add a chic, natural touch to your grigris. With a pompon that's easy to make following our DIY, it's the perfect duo for an elegant keyring.

8. DIY Kawai cat bag jewel in polymer clay

Are you a fan of kawaii? Make a cute little cat in polymer clay, to mount as a bag charm! This model is ideal for personalizing your child's schoolbag, for fans of Japanese culture or for anyone looking for an original, super-cute accessory.