Amigurumi Keychain Step by Step – Free Pattern Tutorial
Amigurumi is the art of crocheting or knitting small, stuffed yarn creatures.
It’s a delightful and addictive craft that allows you to create adorable keychains, toys, and decorations.
In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process of making an amigurumi keychain, providing you with a free pattern along the way.
Materials Needed
Before you begin, gather the following materials:
– Worsted weight yarn in various colors
– Crochet hook size G/6 (4.00mm)
– Scissors
– Yarn needle
– Keychain ring
– Fiberfill stuffing
Pattern
Head
1. Magic Ring: Make a magic ring, and work 6 single crochet (sc) into the ring. Pull the ring tight. (6 sts)
2. Increase Round: Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st around. (9 sts)
3. Sc around for 3 rounds.
4. Decrease Round: Sc in next st, sc2tog around. (6 sts)
5. Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Body
Magic Ring: Make a magic ring, and work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring tight. (6 sts)
Increase Round: Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st around. (9 sts)
Sc around for 3 rounds.
Decrease Round: Sc in next st, sc2tog around. (6 sts)
Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Arms (Make 2)
Magic Ring: Make a magic ring, and work 4 sc into the ring. Pull the ring tight. (4 sts)
Sc around for 2 rounds.
Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 2)
Magic Ring: Make a magic ring, and work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring tight. (6 sts)
Sc around for 2 rounds.
Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
1. Attach the Head to the Body: Using the long tail from the head, sew the head to the body.
Attach the Arms and Legs: Sew the arms and legs to the body.
Stuff the Keychain: Stuff the keychain with fiberfill.
Attach the Keychain Ring: Attach the keychain ring to the top of the head.
Embroider the Face: Use yarn or embroidery floss to embroider the eyes, nose, and mouth onto the head.
Creating an amigurumi keychain is a fun and rewarding project that allows you to showcase your crochet skills while making a cute and practical accessory.
By following this tutorial and using the free pattern provided, you can create a variety of adorable keychains to give as gifts or keep for yourself.
