Never Lose Your Keys Again with This Cute Coastal Cowgirl DIY

Finding aesthetically pleasing storage is no easy feat. Even cute trinket holders and bowls can jumble your stuff, making it hard to dig out your keys when you actually need them. Luckily, the TikTok DIY pros are here with a storage solution that’s not only useful, but ideal for creating the coastal cowgirl home of your dreams.

In a new TikTok video, Kaia Rae (@kaiaraes) gives an in-depth, step-by-step tutorial on how to create a framed, denim key holder. The best part of this DIY? It involves upcycling, making it a great, eco-friendly way to get more use out of those jeans you know won’t make it to next summer.

The coastal cowgirl aesthetic is all about combining Western themes with beach vibes, and this DIY definitely delivers. 

The first thing you need to do is grab an old pair of shorts or pants, and a frame of your liking. With fabric scissors, cut the shorts so that one side fits inside of the frame’s panel, with the back pocket centered and facing out. Then, fold the excess fabric behind the panel, and attach your shorts to your frame (the creator doesn’t detail how this was done, but your glue gun should do the trick). All that’s left to do afterward is hang it up, and fill it with your knickknacks.

This pocket can easily hold onto sunglasses, keys, sunscreen, and other small items. It’s a great piece to hang right beside your door, so you can quickly pull items out of the pocket before heading out.

If you’re interested in a premade item like this, Etsy has a few slightly different options that deliver the coastal cowgirl vibes you’re looking for while still being cute and super functional.