Crochet Apple Keychain

The Crochet Apple Keychain is a charming and functional accessory that combines the warmth of handcrafted crochet with the practicality of a keyring. Made with soft, vibrant yarn and intricate stitches, this adorable apple-shaped charm is topped with a shiny green stem and a tiny leaf, adding a touch of whimsy to any bag, backpack, or purse. The sturdy clip ensures it stays securely attached to your keys, while the lightweight design makes it easy to take on-the-go. Perfect for teachers, students, or anyone who loves a sweet and stylish accessory.

Apple:

1. Round 1: With red yarn, make a magic ring. Work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Pull tight and join with a slip stitch (sl st). (6 stitches)
2. Round 2: Chain 1, 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
3. Round 3: Chain 1, sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch around. (18 stitches)
4. Round 4: Chain 1, sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch around. (24 stitches)
5. Rounds 5-9: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)
6. Insert safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6, about 4 stitches apart.
7. Round 10: Chain 1, sc in the next 2 stitches, sc2tog (single crochet two together) around. (18 stitches)
8. Round 11: Chain 1, sc in the next stitch, sc2togaround. (12 stitches)
9. Round 12: Chain 1, sc2tog around. (6 stitches) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the apple with fiberfill.

Stem:

1. Round 1: With brown yarn, make a magic ring. Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tight and join with a sl st. (6 stitches)
2. Rounds 2-4: Chain 1, sc in each stitch around. (6 stitches) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach the stem to the top of the apple.

Leaf:

1. Foundation Chain: With green yarn, chain 6.
2. Row 1: Single crochet (sc) in the second chain from the hook, half double crochet (hdc) in the next chain, double crochet (dc) in the next chain, hdc in the next chain, sc in the last chain. Fasten off and weave in ends. Sew the leaf next to the stem.

Assembly:

1. Attach the keychain ring to the top of the stem.
2. Weave in any remaining ends to ensure a neat finish.