Let your creativity take flight with this Amigurumi Dragonfly Keychain crochet pattern! With its delicate wings, cheerful colors, and whimsical charm, this tiny dragonfly is the perfect way to add a handmade touch to your keys, bags, or even gift wrap. Whether you’re crafting a quick project for a friend, adding flair to your accessories, or just love nature-inspired amigurumi, this pattern lets you stitch up a fluttery friend that’s as fun to make as it is to show off. 🐉🔑🌈
Designed for playful customization, this pattern invites you to mix and match vibrant hues, add sparkly yarn for shimmer, or even embroider tiny eyes and antennae for extra personality. Make a whole swarm in different colors or pair it with other insect buddies for a themed set. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a bite-sized project or a seasoned crocheter in need of a quick win, this Amigurumi Dragonfly Keychain is a joyful and satisfying make—perfect for bringing a little handmade magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🐉 Amigurumi Dragonfly Keychain Crochet Pattern
Add a splash of color and joy to your day with this cheerful little dragonfly! 🩵✨ Perfect as a quick weekend project, this crochet keychain brings together vibrant wings, a cute rounded head, and a smooth body that tapers beautifully. Clip it to your keys, bag, or backpack — it’s lightweight, bright, and guaranteed to make you smile every time it catches the light! 🌞🪁
✨ Skill Level
Easy to Intermediate – Perfect for beginners comfortable with basic stitches and small projects.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 3.5–4 inches (9–10 cm) long using sport or DK weight cotton yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Yarn Amounts (approx.)
- Turquoise / Aqua (Body & Head): 8 g
- Light Green (Top Wings): 3 g
- Blue (Bottom Wings): 3 g
- Lavender (Wing Edging): 2 g
- Black or Dark Purple (for eyes or embroidery): small amount
🧵 Materials
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- 6 mm dark purple safety eyes or black beads
- Keyring + small chain + jump ring
- Stitch marker
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
🔤 Abbreviations (US)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
Work continuously in rounds unless otherwise noted. Stuff lightly as you go.
🪄 HEAD (Turquoise)
R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4–R5: sc around (18)
R6: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R7: dec x6 (6) — Stuff head lightly before closing.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Attach 6 mm dark purple safety eyes between R3–R4, about 5 sts apart.
🩵 BODY (Turquoise)
R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3–R12: sc around (9)
R13: (1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
R14–R16: sc around (6)
Stuff lightly as you go.
FO and sew to head.
The slight extra round gives the body a gentle taper, matching the photo.
🪽 TOP WINGS (Light Green, make 2)
Ch 12
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc in next 7 sts, hdc, sc (11)
Work 1 sl st around the edge for smooth shaping.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Shape slightly into an oval with your fingers.
💙 BOTTOM WINGS (Blue with Lavender Edging, make 2)
Ch 9
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc in next 4 sts, hdc, sc (8)
Join lavender yarn and sl st evenly around entire wing for edging.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
🔗 ASSEMBLY
- Sew head securely to body.
- Attach wings in two layers just below the head:
- Sew green wings slightly higher and outward.
- Sew blue-lavender wings just below, overlapping slightly.
- Weave in ends neatly.
- Using a tapestry needle or thread, attach the small chain and keyring to the top of the head between the eyes.
- Gently press and shape wings outward.
✂️ FINISHING TOUCHES
- Optional: Lightly blush the cheeks or add a smile with black thread for personality.
- You can apply a tiny dab of glue where the wings meet to keep them secure.
- If gifting, make a few in different color combos — they look amazing together!
🌟 CUSTOMIZATION IDEAS
- Use metallic or glitter yarn for shimmery wings.
- Make rainbow-colored bodies for a bright keychain set.
- Add embroidered antennas or beads for an extra whimsical touch.
✅ FINAL CHECKLIST
- Turquoise rounded body and head ✔️
- Dark purple 6 mm safety eyes ✔️
- Two large light-green wings on top ✔️
- Two smaller blue wings with lavender edging underneath ✔️
- Gently tapered tail ✔️
- Keyring attached centered on top of head ✔️
Your colorful dragonfly is ready to flutter along wherever you go! 🐉💜✨
