FAQ
About Car On a Keychain
How did Car On A Keychain Start?
My partner and I had 5 cars at one point which meant keeping track of up to 10 sets of keys including spares. I decided to draw up a keychain design for each car to cut and engrave with my laser so it’d be easier to find a particular key in the key bowl or spare key drawer.
I was so happy with how they turned out I thought other people might enjoy them as well and fired up the website.
Are the keychains all really hand-drawn?
Yes, every design is drawn by hand on my iPad using an Apple Pencil and some inspiration images.
It this really only a one person operation?
You bet! Drawing, lasering, assembling, packaging, shipping, and customer support is all done by yours truly - aka - John @ Car On A Keychain.
Why are the keychains only sold in pairs?
- Most cars come with a pair of keys.
- It enables free shipping.
- If you only need/want one, you can use the other to make a new friend!
Why don’t you use AI to create the designs?
I considered it initially, and even played with a few tools, but ultimately thought there was more value in drawing by hand. Another advantage of hand-drawing is more control over the outcomes and a more consistent end product. An unexpected surprise is how enjoyable the process of drawing the lines for each vehicle is, it’s a new and interesting way to gain an appreciation for each model I produce.
Orders + Shipping
When will my order ship?
All keychains are made to order which takes 1-2 days based on the volume of orders.
Where do you ship from?
Beautiful Vancouver, BC, Canada
How much does shipping cost?
Free to the US and Canada, flat-rate international shipping TBA
Do you hand-write a note for every shipment?
You bet!
Do you accept returns?
Not at this moment, but please Contact Us if there is and issue with your order and we’ll do our best to make it right!
Do you have a warranty?
Not at this moment, but please Contact Us if there is and issue with your order and we’ll do our best to make it right!
Products
How do I clean my keychains?
Please DO NOT use solvent cleaners on your keychains. ESPECIALLY ANYTHING CONTAINING ALCOHOL. Use a microfibre cloth and warm soapy water or a cleaner specifically made for acrylic plastic.
Do you sell in bulk?
Yes! Please Contact Us for more info!
Do you work with brands or influencers?
Yes! We have sold special-edition versions wholesale to brands/influencers. We are also open to partnerships where we sell special-edition versions though our shop and pay a percentage to the brand or influencer. Take back your time by letting us manage some of your merch! Contact Us for more details!
How do I request my make and model?
Hit the “Vote On Designs” button in the bottom left corner of any page and then click on the “+” at the bottom of the widget that pops up to submit your request to the drawing queue!
How do I vote on the designs you draw next?
Hit the “Vote On Designs” button in the bottom left corner of any page and then click on the “up” arrow next to any make/model you’re interested in boosting higher up the list!
How do you decide which designs get drawn next?
To keep things as fair as possible, I pick the top 2 designs by votes, and then 4-6 others that have been on the list the longest. That way I’m living into the byline of “For The Love Of All Cars” and the more obscure or “less popular” models don’t end up in purgatory lower down the list.
Can you do a custom keychain of my exact car?
Yes, there are a few ways we can do it, Contact Us for more details!