Key Chain Sets

The Model 225 Button Machine is the only one that has it's own dedicated key chain sets. (All of the other sizes use the Key Chain Add-On's that are used in addition to your existing button parts.)
The 2-1/4 inch Complete Key Chain Sets are "complete" in that they come with shells, mylar, chain style key rings, and special key chain backs. The backs are flat with a slot at the top.

Here's how you make 2-1/4 inch Key Chains:

1. Get everything you need together. That includes a model 225 Button Machine, a model 2625 graphic punch or adjustable rotary cutter or scissors, complete 2-1/4 inch key chain sets, and a graphic.






2. Cut your printed graphic into a 2.625 inch circle.

3. Insert the shell into the pick-up die (the one with the deep groove in the center). Then insert the graphic on top of the shell. Make sure the graphic is face up and centered so you can read it. Insert the mylar on top of the graphic.








4. Rotate the die table around so that the crimp die is facing you and the pick-up die is under the upper die.








5. Next make sure the slot in the back piece is at the top. Insert it into the machine sharp side up.








6. Pull the handle toward you and press it all the way down. Rotate the die table around so the crimp die is under the upper die and pull the handle again - just like making a normal button.

7. Remove the key chain from the machine and insert the key chain component into the slot at the top as shown.