Crochet Keychain Pig Amigurumi
Discover the adorable world of handmade crafts with this charming Crochet Keychain Pig Amigurumi. This delightful little piggy is meticulously crafted using the art of crochet, resulting in a unique and eye-catching accessory. Made with love and attention to detail, this keychain is perfect for adding a touch of cuteness to your keys, backpack, or purse. Each stitch is carefully woven together to create a lovable pig character that is sure to bring a smile to your face. The soft and plush texture of the yarn used adds an extra element of charm to this adorable keychain. Whether you're a fan of pigs or simply appreciate the beauty of handmade crafts, this Crochet Keychain Pig Amigurumi is a must-have accessory that will surely capture your heart.
Materials
HOOK 1.75mm
SIZE 5cm with the yarn and hook stated
(You can use yarn and hook size of your preference when making amigurumi, but your choice may affect the finished size)
ABBREVIATIONS • US TERMINOLOGY
mr = magic ring
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
sl st = slip stitch
inc = increase (2sc in the same stitch)
dec = decrease (2 sc together)
[…] = number of stitches after round
(…) x = repeat what’s inside ( ) as many times as stated
PATTERN
Work in continuous rounds and use a stich marker
BODY
R1 6 sc in mr (6)
R2 inc x 6 (12)
R3 (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5 (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6 (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R7-R12 sc around (36) (6 rounds)
R13 (2 sc, dec) x 9 (27)
R14 sc around (27)
R15 (sc, dec) x 9 (18)
R16 (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R17 dec x 6 (6)
Finish off leaving a long tail. Weave in the yarn tail through the front loops of the remaining stitches. Hide the yarn tail.
SNOUT
R1 6 sc in mr (6)
R2 sc around in back loops only (6)
Sl st and finish off, leave a long tail for sewing.
TAIL
6 chain stitches
Starting from the second stitch: (3 sc in next st, skip one st) x 2, 3 sc in last st.
Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
EARS (make two)
4 chain stitches
Starting from the second stitch: sc, hdc, dc.
Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
FOOT (make four)
R1 4 sc in mr (4)
R2 inc x 4 (8)
R3 sc around (8)
Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
ASSEMBLY
Sew the snout over rounds 1-3.
Eyes: Sew beads between rounds 4 and 5, roughly 6 st apart. Alternatively, you can embroider eyes.
Sew a few stitches of darker pink as cheeks over rounds 5 and 6.
Sew the ears on top of the head, between rounds 10 and 11, about 8 st apart.
Sew the tail to the middle of the last round of the body. Sew the feet side by side under the belly.