Welcome to the adorable and woodland-inspired world of amigurumi! 🦔✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Hedgehog Keychain—a tiny and charming creation perfect for nature lovers, cozy accessories, or anyone who enjoys crafting expressive and miniature plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up cute animals, creating textured and lifelike figures, or simply want to add a lovable hedgehog to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with soft spikes, tiny paws, and a touch of forest magic! 🍃
This design embraces rounded shapes, earthy tones, and delightful details to bring a sweet and whimsical presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Hedgehog Keychain turns out just right—ready to brighten up your keys, bags, or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out warm browns, soft creams, or playful grays, and let’s stitch up an adorable hedgehog! 🦔
🦔 Amigurumi Hedgehog Keychain – Free Crochet Pattern
This tiny hedgehog is the perfect companion to hang from your keys or bag. With its textured spikes and sweet little nose, it’s both adorable and beginner-friendly!
🧶 Skill Level
Easy to Intermediate – Includes popcorn stitches for the spines and basic amigurumi shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 3.5–4 inches tall (9–10 cm) with worsted yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.
✂️ Materials
- 100% cotton yarn in:
- Beige (body)
- Brown and dark brown (spikes)
- Darker beige/brown (nose)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- 6 mm safety eyes
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Keychain ring and jump ring
- Stitch marker
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc two together)
pc – Popcorn stitch (5 dc in same stitch, remove hook from loop, insert hook into first dc, reinsert hook in dropped loop and pull through)
sl st – Slip stitch
FO – Fasten off
🧍♂️ Head & Body (worked in one piece, beige)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–8. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 6–7, 5 stitches apart - (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
13–16. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff well - dec x6 (6)
FO and close with needle.
🐽 Nose (brown)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- sc around (6)
FO and sew to center of face.
🦔 Spines (brown and dark brown mix, make 20–25 pcs)
Popcorn spike motif
- MR, 5 dc, finish with a popcorn stitch (1 pc), sl st to close
- FO leaving long tail for sewing
Sew around the back of head and body from top to bottom in random but dense arrangement.
🐾 Arms (Make 2, beige)
- MR, 5 sc (5)
2–3. sc around (5)
FO, leave tail, stuff lightly and sew to side of body.
🐾 Legs (Make 2, beige)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- sc around (6)
FO, stuff, and sew at bottom of body.
👂 Ears (Make 2, beige)
- MR, 5 sc (5)
- sc around (5)
FO and sew to head sides.
🔗 Keychain Assembly
- Use yarn or jump ring to securely attach keyring to the top center of the head.
- Reinforce by weaving yarn through a few rows for durability.
🧵 Final Touch
- Embroider a tiny mouth if desired using dark brown thread.
- Adjust spike positioning to make it even all around.
This hedgehog keychain is a great gift, stocking stuffer, or market item that combines texture and charm. Have fun personalizing your tiny hedgie! 🧶💖
