Crochet Cat Keychain

Crochet Cat Keychains are not just adorable little accessories to hang on your bag; they are also the perfect way to add a touch of cuteness to your everyday life! Whether you're a cat lover or simply appreciate handmade crafts, these keychains are sure to bring a smile to your face every time you reach for your keys. The intricate crochet work and attention to detail in each cat design make these keychains unique and special. They also make excellent gifts for friends and family who share your love for all things cute and cuddly. So why not treat yourself to a Crochet Cat Keychain and bring a little piece of feline charm with you wherever you go?

Materials Needed:

• 5 ply cotton yarn in beige and orange
• Crochet hooks (2.5 mm and 3.0 mm)
• Stitch marker (optional)
• Scissors
• Yarn needle
• Keychain ring

Pattern Overview:

• The crochet item consists of 27 rounds.
• Uses techniques such as single crochet (sc), increase (inc), and decrease (dec).
• Colour changes are made during the crochet process.

Step by step Pattern

Body:

Round 1:

• Start with beige yarn.
• Create a magic ring.
• 6 sc in the magic ring.
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 2:

• Chain 1 to start the round.
• Inc in each stitch around (12 stitches total).
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 3:

• Chain 1.
• 1 sc, inc repeat around (18 stitches total).
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 4:

• Chain 1.
• 2 sc, inc repeat around (24 stitches total).
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 5:

• Chain 1.
• 3 sc, inc repeat around (30 stitches total).
• Join with a slip stitch.

Rounds 6-18:

• Continue in the pattern established adding one sc between increases each round until you reach 58 stitches in a round.
• Join with a slip stitch after each round.

Round 19-27 (Decreasing Starts):

• Start reducing the number of stitches gradually to shape the top of the keychain.

Round 19:

• Chain 1.
• 14 sc, dec repeat around (54 stitches total).
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 20:

• Chain 1.
• 3 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec repeat around (48 stitches).
• Join with a slip stitch.
• Continue decreasing in this pattern until you close the top, reducing stitches evenly distributed across the rounds.
• Close the top by drawing the yarn through all remaining stitches, pulling tight, and securing.

Ears (Make 2):

• Attach a different color yarn for the ears if desired.

Round 1:

• Start with a magic ring using beige yarn.
• 6 sc into the ring.
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 2:

• Chain 1.
• Sc, 2 sc in next sc repeat around (9 stitches total).
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 3:

• Chain 1.
• 1 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc repeat around (12 stitches total).
• Join with a slip stitch.

Round 4:

• Chain 1.
• 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc repeat around until ear is sized as desired.
• Join with a slip stitch.
• Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sew the ears to the body between rounds determined by your desired placement.

Finishing Touches:

• Sew on facial features like eyes, nose, and whiskers using black yarn.
• Attach the keychain ring to the top of the cat's head.

Notes:

• Make sure to secure all yarn ends with knots and weave them in for a neat finish.
• Adjust hook size according to your tension if the fabric isn't tight enough to hold the shape.

Following the steps above should help you recreate the crochet cat keychain as demonstrated.