24 Handmade Crochet Keychains Ideas You’ll Want to Make
Crochet keychains are one of those projects that are almost impossible to make just one of. They are small, they use up scraps, they take under an hour each, and people absolutely love receiving them as gifts.
Whether you want to sell them at a craft fair, stock up for birthday gifts, or just have a cute little project to work on while watching TV, this list has something for everyone. Most of these designs use basic amigurumi techniques, which sounds fancy but really just means crocheting small 3D shapes in the round.
Here is what you will need for almost all of these projects. Grab some fingering or DK weight cotton yarn in your chosen colors, a 2 mm to 3.5 mm crochet hook, a yarn needle, fiberfill stuffing, black safety eyes or embroidery thread for faces, stitch markers, scissors, and metal keychain rings with short chains. Jump rings and pliers are helpful for attaching the chain securely.
Most of these keychains finish at about 1.5 to 3 inches in size. They are best worked in tight single crochet so the stuffing does not show through the stitches. Ready? Let’s make something cute.
1. Crochet Sunflower Keychain
Sunflowers are cheerful, recognizable, and wonderfully quick to make. This flat design works up in about 20 minutes and looks stunning in a cluster of different sizes.
Start with a magic ring in dark brown or golden yellow. Single crochet 6 into the ring and pull closed. Round 2: increase in every stitch for 12 stitches total. Round 3: work 1 single crochet, 1 increase, repeat around for 18 stitches. Slip stitch to close. For the petals, join yellow yarn to any outer stitch. Chain 5, slip stitch back into the same stitch. Repeat in every stitch around for 18 petals. Make a second smaller brown circle for the center and sew it on top. Attach a jump ring through a chain loop at the back.
Tip: Use two shades of yellow, one for the petals and a deeper gold for the center ring, to make it look more lifelike.
2. Mini Heart Crochet Keychain
A tiny crocheted heart is one of the most versatile keychains you can make. It works as a gift tag, a bag charm, a gift topper, or just a sweet everyday accessory.
Make two small lobes separately. For each lobe: magic ring, 2 single crochet, 2 half double crochet, 2 double crochet. Do not fasten off. Join both lobes by working across both with single crochet, then tapering the bottom to a point with 2 decreases at the center bottom. Stuff very lightly and close. Add a short chain loop at the top center dip and attach a keychain ring.
Tip: Red is classic but a dusty rose, lilac, or deep teal heart is just as beautiful and a little less expected.
3. Cute Bee Amigurumi Keychain
This tiny bee has a striped body, little wings, and the most charming expression. It is a crowd favorite at craft fairs and one of the best sellers for a reason.
For the body: magic ring, 6 single crochet. Round 2: increase each stitch for 12. Rounds 3 to 4: work even in yellow. Round 5: switch to black, work even. Round 6: yellow, work even. Round 7: black, work even. Round 8: decrease every other stitch for 6. Stuff firmly and close. For each wing: chain 8, work 7 double crochet into the 4th chain from hook in a fan shape. Make two. Attach wings to the upper back of the body. Add safety eyes and stitch a small smile with black thread. Attach keychain ring through a loop at the top.
Tip: Use white or iridescent yarn for the wings to give them a translucent, realistic shimmer.
4. Crochet Strawberry Charm
The strawberry is one of the most beloved amigurumi shapes. The red body, green leaves, and tiny seed details make it instantly recognizable and incredibly cute.
For the berry: magic ring in red, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, then 18 over 2 rounds. Work 3 even rounds. Begin decreasing every other stitch for 2 rounds. Stuff firmly. Continue decreasing until closed. For the leaves: join green yarn to the top. Work 5 small leaf loops by chaining 5 and slip stitching back into the base stitch. Add tiny yellow French knots with a needle for seeds. Attach a keychain ring through the leaf top.
Tip: Use a deeper red like cranberry rather than bright red for a more realistic strawberry color.
5. Tiny Turtle Keychain
Turtles are incredibly popular as keychains because they carry good luck symbolism in many cultures. This tiny version has a domed shell and little stubby legs that are irresistible.
For the shell: magic ring in green, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, then 18 over 2 rounds. Work 3 even rounds without increasing. For the underbody: work a flat circle of 12 stitches. Sew the shell dome onto the flat circle, stuffing the dome before closing. For legs: make 4 tiny ovals by chaining 4 and working single crochet around both sides of the chain for 2 rounds. Sew them evenly to the underside. Make a small round head and attach at the front. Add safety eyes. Attach keychain ring at the shell top.
Tip: Use a variegated green or add a few chain stitch lines on the shell for texture.
6. Crochet Ice Cream Cone Keychain
An ice cream keychain is pure summer happiness. The cone below and the rounded scoop above make a satisfying shape that is fun to customize in any flavor color.
For the cone: chain 4. Work in increasing rounds of single crochet for 5 rounds, adding 2 stitches each round, shaping a small triangle. For the scoop: magic ring, 6 single crochet, increase to 12, then to 18. Work 3 even rounds and stuff. Close and sew onto the cone top. Use a yarn needle to add a small cross-hatch texture to the cone using a contrasting tan or brown thread. Attach keychain ring at the very top of the scoop with a short chain loop.
Tip: Make the scoop in pastel pink, mint, or chocolate and let people choose their flavor. Mix colors for a swirl effect by alternating yarn every 2 rounds.
7. Mini Avocado Crochet Keychain
The avocado is a modern classic in the crochet world. Everyone wants one and they are genuinely fun to make with the layered construction of skin, flesh, and pit.
For the outer shell: work an oval shape in dark green by chaining 6 and working single crochet around both sides for 4 rounds, increasing at each end. For the inner flesh: repeat the oval shape in pale yellow-green, slightly smaller. For the pit: work a small brown circle of 3 rounds. Layer and sew all three together, sewing the flesh onto the shell and the pit onto the flesh. Stuff the shell lightly. Attach keychain ring at the top narrow end.
Tip: Add a tiny face with safety eyes on the pit for an irresistible kawaii-style avocado charm.
8. Crochet Rainbow Charm
A rainbow keychain is one of the quickest and most satisfying projects on this list. No stuffing, no shaping, just colorful arches that come together beautifully.
Chain 16 in red. Work single crochet across and then work a curved arc back over your chain stitches: 2 single crochet in each stitch to create the curve. Join orange at the base and repeat the arch, working slightly inside the red arc. Repeat with yellow, green, and blue, each one sitting just inside the previous. Use white yarn to add two small cloud shapes at each end by working small oval puffs. Attach a keychain ring at the base of one cloud.
Tip: Keep each arc thin and tight so the rainbow stays flat and does not bunch. Use a small hook relative to your yarn weight.
9. Adorable Octopus Keychain
The octopus amigurumi is one of the most iconic beginner designs in crochet. The round head is simple and the 8 legs give it so much personality with very little effort.
For the head: magic ring, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18, 24 over 3 rounds. Work 4 even rounds. Decrease back to 12 over 2 rounds. Stuff firmly. Close. For each leg: chain 20 and single crochet back along the chain. Make 8. Attach all legs evenly around the bottom of the head, 4 on each side. Add safety eyes and embroider a small smile. Attach keychain ring at the top of the head through a chain loop.
Tip: Curl the leg tips slightly by pulling them gently around a pencil before they dry if using cotton. It makes them look wonderfully lively.
10. Crochet Daisy Flower Keychain
A daisy is simpler than a sunflower and works up even faster. The white petals and yellow center make it fresh and classic. Great for gifting in a bunch of three or four on one ring.
Magic ring in yellow, 6 single crochet. Round 2: increase in each stitch for 12. Slip stitch closed. Join white yarn to any outer stitch. Chain 7, slip stitch back into the same stitch for a petal loop. Repeat in every other stitch for 6 petals. For a fuller look, add a second layer of petals in the skipped stitches. Attach a jump ring through a small loop at the back. Thread a short keychain chain through the jump ring.
Tip: Make the center circle slightly raised by working into a small stuffed half-sphere for a more three-dimensional daisy.
11. Mini Bear Amigurumi Keychain
A tiny bear is one of those keychains that genuinely works for any occasion. Make it in brown for a classic teddy, cream for a polar bear, or black for a panda variation.
For the head: magic ring, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18 over 2 rounds. Work 2 even rounds. Decrease back to 12, stuff, close. For each ear: magic ring, 6 single crochet, join into a ring without increasing. Sew two ears to the top of the head. Add a small oval muzzle in a lighter yarn shade. Insert safety eyes above the muzzle. Embroider a small nose and smile in black. Attach keychain ring through a loop at the top of the head.
Tip: For a panda version, use white for the head and add black yarn patches around the eyes before inserting the safety eyes.
12. Crochet Mushroom Charm
Mushroom charms are enormously popular right now, especially in cottagecore and fairytale aesthetics. The red cap with white spots is the most classic version.
For the stem: magic ring in white or cream. Increase to 12 over 2 rounds. Work 4 even rounds. For the cap: join red yarn and increase to 18, then 24 over 2 rounds. Work 2 even rounds. Decrease back in 2 rounds and close around the stem top. Stuff the cap only. Sew the stem closed at the base. Add white French knots or small flat circles of white yarn as spots on the red cap. Attach keychain ring through the stem base.
Tip: Add tiny safety eyes or embroidered eyes near the cap brim for a kawaii mushroom look that people adore.
13. Tiny Star Keychain
A small crocheted star is one of the fastest keychains you can make. It lies flat, uses almost no yarn, and looks wonderful in gold, yellow, or any pastel.
Chain 3 and join into a ring. Round 1: 10 single crochet into the ring. For each star point: single crochet into the next stitch, chain 4, work 3 double crochet into the 2nd chain from hook, then slip stitch back down the chain, slip stitch into the next base stitch. Repeat 5 times for 5 points. Make two identical stars and sew them together back to back around the edges, leaving the points open for a slightly dimensional effect. Attach keychain ring at the top point tip.
Tip: Use a gold or metallic yarn for stars. Even a small amount of sheen makes them look truly special.
14. Crochet Watermelon Slice Keychain
The watermelon slice is one of the most summer-ready keychains on this list. The bright pink, white rind, and green skin layers make it instantly cheerful.
Chain 12 in pink. Work single crochet across. Decrease 1 stitch at each end every row for 4 rows to form the triangular slice shape. Switch to white and work 1 row. Switch to green and work 1 row. Finish the curved top edge with a row of reverse single crochet in green for a clean border. Add tiny black French knots as seeds across the pink section. Attach a jump ring through the top curved edge and add a keychain ring.
Tip: Work the pink section in rows of alternating stitches using a slightly textured stitch for the look of watermelon flesh.
15. Mini Cat Crochet Keychain
Cat keychains are perennially popular and endlessly customizable. Change the color to match someone’s actual cat and you have the most personal gift imaginable.
For the head: magic ring, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18 over 2 rounds. Work 2 even rounds. Decrease to 12, stuff firmly, close. For ears: make two small triangles by chaining 4 and working decreasing rows of single crochet for 3 rows. Sew to the top of the head. Add safety eyes, embroider a small triangular nose and whisker lines in black thread. Attach a short loop of chain at the top between the ears and add the keychain ring.
Tip: Add a tiny crocheted bow between the ears using a mini loop of yarn tied in a knot for the cutest finishing detail.
16. Crochet Butterfly Charm
Butterflies make stunning flat keychains with very little construction involved. The wing shapes are worked flat and the body is a simple wrapped yarn bundle.
For each upper wing: chain 8, work a half circle of double crochets back across for a rounded wing shape, 10 stitches total. For each lower wing: chain 6, work a smaller half circle of 7 double crochets. Join upper and lower wings on each side. For the body: wrap black yarn tightly around a small bundle of yarn about 10 times to create a thick oval. Sew the body between the two wing pairs. Add two chain antennae of 5 stitches each at the head end. Attach a keychain ring at the top of the body.
Tip: Use variegated or ombre yarn for the wings to mimic the gorgeous patterning of real butterfly wings.
17. Crochet Cloud with Raindrops Keychain
This sweet little keychain has a puffy cloud at the top with three tiny blue raindrops hanging below it on short lengths of chain. It is whimsical, simple, and everybody loves it.
For the cloud: work a flat shape by chaining 10. Work 3 rounds of single crochet and shape the puffy top by adding 3 small bobbles. For the raindrops: make 3 tiny teardrop shapes in blue by chaining 3, increasing to 6 over 2 rounds, then closing. Attach each to a short jump chain and hang all three from the bottom of the cloud at even intervals. Attach keychain ring at the cloud top.
Tip: Use a light grey or lavender for the cloud to give it a slightly moody, rainy-day look that pairs beautifully with the blue drops.
18. Tiny Penguin Crochet Keychain
Penguins are one of the most universally loved animals to crochet. The black and white contrast, round body, and little orange feet make them irresistibly charming.
For the body: magic ring in black, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18 over 2 rounds. Work 4 even rounds. For the belly patch: use white yarn to embroider or sew a flat oval onto the front. Add safety eyes on either side of the upper body. For the beak: attach a tiny orange triangle of 3 stitches below the eyes. For wings: make two small black ovals and sew to each side. For feet: make two small orange ovals and sew to the base. Stuff and close. Attach keychain ring at the top through a loop.
Tip: Use safety eyes that are slightly wider apart than you think looks right. On small amigurumi they always look better further apart than close together.
19. Crochet Lemon Slice Charm
The lemon slice follows the same principle as the watermelon but uses bright yellow and white for a fresh, clean look. Pair it with the watermelon for a fun fruit set.
Chain 10 in pale yellow. Work single crochet across and decrease 1 stitch at each end every row for 3 rows to form a triangle. Switch to white and work 1 row for the inner rind. Add a border of bright yellow single crochet around the curved top edge. Use a yarn needle and white thread to add small straight stitch lines radiating from the center to the edge to mimic lemon segments. Attach keychain ring at the curved top edge.
Tip: A very light lemon yellow reads more realistically than a vivid primary yellow for citrus fruits.
20. Mini Bunny Crochet Keychain
Bunnies are soft, sweet, and work up quickly. The long ears are the defining feature and they take only a few minutes to make.
For the head: magic ring, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18 over 2 rounds. Work 2 even rounds. Decrease to 12, stuff, close. For each ear: chain 10, work single crochet along both sides of the chain for 2 rows. Shape the tip by decreasing once at the top. Make two. Sew ears firmly to the top of the head. Add safety eyes, embroider a small pink nose and smile. Attach a tiny pompom to the back for the tail. Add keychain ring between the ears.
Tip: Make the inner ear detail by stitching a few vertical lines in pale pink up the center of each ear using a yarn needle.
21. Crochet Cupcake Keychain
A cupcake keychain has two distinct sections: the baked base and the swirled frosting top. Together they make one of the most satisfying mini shapes to crochet.
For the base: chain 4, join into a ring. Work 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, work 4 even rounds. Switch to a liner color and decrease once around to 6. Close without stuffing yet. For the frosting: magic ring, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18. Work 2 even rounds. Decrease to 12, stuff, sew onto the base top. Use a contrast yarn to embroider a swirl or add tiny chain stitch sprinkles across the frosting. Attach keychain ring at the top of the frosting swirl.
Tip: Use a sparkly or pastel yarn for the frosting and a warm brown or beige for the cake base. The contrast makes the shape immediately readable.
22. Tiny Frog Amigurumi Charm
Frogs are having a huge cultural moment and a tiny crochet frog keychain is one of the most requested designs at markets right now. They are green, round, and impossibly cute.
For the body: magic ring in green, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18 over 2 rounds. Work 3 even rounds. Decrease to 12, stuff firmly, close. For each eye bump: magic ring, 6 single crochet, close into a small dome. Sew two eye bumps to the top of the head. Insert safety eyes into the center of each dome. For the mouth: embroider a wide U-shape smile in dark green or black thread. For legs: make 4 small L-shaped strips and sew to the underside. Attach keychain ring at the center top between the eye bumps.
Tip: Use a slightly brighter lime green for the belly by switching yarn color mid-body for 2 rounds. The two-tone effect is really appealing.
23. Crochet Planet and Star Keychain
This cosmic duo hangs together beautifully. A small round planet with a flat ring and a tiny star dangling below it makes for a wonderfully unique bag charm.
For the planet: magic ring, 6 single crochet. Increase to 12, 18. Work 3 even rounds. Decrease to 12, stuff, close. For the ring: chain 24, join into a circle and work 1 round of single crochet. Thread the ring around the planet equator and sew it to the planet body at two points to hold it in place. For the star: work a small 5-point flat star as in idea 13. Attach the star below the planet using a jump ring and a short chain. Add keychain ring at the planet top.
Tip: Use a deep navy or purple for the planet and gold for the ring and star. The color combination looks beautifully celestial.
24. Crochet Seashell Summer Keychain
A crocheted seashell is the perfect summer bag charm. The spiral shape looks complex but is built from a simple foundation that any beginner can manage.
Chain 16. Row 1: work increasing numbers of double crochets into each stitch: 1 in the first, 2 in the second, 3 in the third, continuing until the strip fans out into a wide curved shape. This naturally curls into a shell spiral when worked. Gently roll the wide end toward the narrow end and tack the curl in place with a few stitches. Add a border of slip stitches along the outer curved edge in a slightly darker or pearlescent yarn to define the shell shape. Attach keychain ring at the narrow pointed end.
Tip: Use a slightly shiny or mercerized cotton for a pearlescent finish that mimics the look of a real shell beautifully.
Frequently Asked Questions
What yarn is best for crochet keychains?
Fingering or DK weight cotton works best. It is firm, shows stitch detail well, and holds its shape. Avoid fluffy or novelty yarns for small pieces as they blur the detail and make faces very difficult to see.
What hook size should I use?
A 2 mm to 2.75 mm hook with fingering weight cotton is ideal. You want a tight fabric so stuffing does not show through. If your stitches feel too stiff to work comfortably, go up half a size.
How do I attach the keychain ring securely?
Crochet a short chain loop of 4 to 6 stitches at the attachment point of your finished piece. Thread a jump ring through the loop using pliers and close it firmly. Then attach your keychain ring to the jump ring. This two-ring system takes much more stress than attaching directly through crochet stitches.
How long does each keychain take to make?
Most flat designs like the star, rainbow, and daisy take 15 to 30 minutes. Small amigurumi pieces like the bear, bee, and octopus take 45 to 90 minutes including assembly and finishing.
Can I sell these keychains?
Yes. Crochet keychains are excellent sellers at craft fairs, markets, and on Etsy. Small amigurumi keychains typically sell for 5 to 15 dollars each depending on complexity and your local market. Fruit slices and flat charms tend to sell fastest at lower price points while detailed animals command more.
How do I stuff tiny amigurumi pieces neatly?
Use a small amount of polyfill and push it in with a pencil or chopstick. Stuff more firmly than you think necessary as the stitches will relax slightly after finishing. For very tiny pieces, a few strands of yarn rolled into a ball work better than polyfill which can make shapes lumpy.
Are crochet keychains beginner friendly?
Most of them, yes. The sunflower, heart, rainbow, daisy, and star are all excellent first projects requiring only basic stitches. The amigurumi animals are slightly more involved but still very manageable once you are comfortable with magic rings and working in the round.
How do I prevent my crochet keychain from unraveling?
Weave in your ends thoroughly using a yarn needle, going through at least 3 to 4 different directions in the stitches. For extra security, add a tiny drop of fabric glue to the woven-in end on pieces that will see heavy daily use.
What is a magic ring and do I need to know it?
A magic ring is an adjustable starting loop that lets you pull the center of a circular piece completely closed so there is no hole in the middle. It is used in almost all amigurumi. There are many video tutorials online and it takes most people just a few tries to get comfortable with it.
How do I make safety eyes more secure?
Always insert safety eyes before closing and stuffing your piece. Push the post firmly through the fabric and snap the washer on as tight as it will go. For extra security, add a small dab of strong glue between the washer and the fabric. Never use safety eyes on items intended for very young children. Use embroidery instead for baby-safe pieces.
