Crochet Adorable Keychain
Crocheting adorable keychains is a delightful and charming way to add a touch of whimsy to your daily essentials. With just a hook, some colorful yarn, and a sprinkle of creativity, you can create tiny treasures that brighten up your keys or bags. Whether you opt for cute animals, colorful fruits, or miniature flowers, each keychain is a tiny masterpiece that showcases your crafting skills. The best part is that these crochet keychains make wonderful gifts for friends and family, spreading joy wherever they go. So, grab your yarn and hook, and let your imagination run wild as you crochet your way to cuteness!
Yarn = 24/7 Cotton – Worsted weight, #4 lightweight (100% Cotton, 186 yd/170 m per 3.5 oz/100g skein)
Estimated Yardage = 60 yards
Hook = 5 mm Crochet Hook
Keychain – Any size. You can use any type of key rings or Swivel Clasp
Gauge
Gauge isn’t essential for this project.
Easy Crochet Keychain Pattern notes
- Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
- Any #4 weight of yarns can be substituted
- Chains at the beginning of rows do not count as stitches.
Skill Level – Easy
Terms – US Terminology
Stitches
Chain(s) – ch(s)
Single Crochet – sc
Slip Stitch – sl st.
Finished measurement: 1.5” by 4”
How to make a Crochet Keychain Pattern
Row 1: Ch 9, using the back loop only, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each chain across, turn. 8 sc
Row 2: Working into the front loop only of this row and the loop left from the foundation chain, sc in each st across, turning. 8 sc
Row 3: Using only the front loop of the current row and the unworked loop from the row below, sc across, and turn. 8 sc
Rows 4 until the end: Repeat Row 3.
Repeat the last row until your piece measures 8.”
Pick up the other end (foundation chain),
Crocheting over both ends.
Row 1: Ch 1, sc into both sts, turn. 4 sc
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
Pick up the key ring. 4 sc
Crocheting around the keychain, sc in each of the next 4 sts across.
Fasten off
Weave in any end.
Optional
Adding Tassel to your keychain holder
Supplies needed for the tassel
- Yarn in the color of your choice
- Scissors
- Solid material – Can be a book
- Tape measure
Finished measurement – 1.5”
Note that the length of the solid material you intend to use will determine the length of your yarn.
Step 1: Wrap yarn around the solid material (book) multiple times. Secure one end with yarn and slip off the yarn from the solid material.
Step 2: Pinch about ¼” away from the part you had tied in step 1 above. Secure tightly.
Step 3: Cut an opening into the lower end of the yarn.
Step 4: Trim off excess yarn on the fringe to have loops of equal length.
Step 5: Secure the tassel to the keychain.