Amigurumi Stitch Keychain – FREE Crochet Pattern

Amigurumi Stitch Keychain – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Crochet lovers, get ready for a quick and adorable project—the Amigurumi Stitch Keychain! This tiny, charming keychain is perfect for practicing basic stitches while creating something fun and functional. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a confidence boost or an experienced stitcher wanting a speedy make, this free pattern is a must-try. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up leftover yarn and create sweet little gifts for fellow crafty friends.

What makes this keychain extra special? Its cute, plush design adds a handmade touch to keys, backpacks, or even as a zipper pull. You can customize it with different colors to match your style or make a bunch to share the crochet love. The best part? The pattern is completely FREE, so you can start stitching right away. Grab your hook, pick your favorite yarn, and let’s make something tiny and terrific together! 🧶✨

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💘 Amigurumi Stitch Keychain – FREE Crochet Pattern

Add a splash of adorable to your keychain with this Stitch-inspired mini plush! Featuring oversized ears, a sweet heart belly, and playful charm, it’s a perfect gift for loved ones or a cute companion to carry with you.


Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and attaching small parts.


📏 Finished Size
Approx. 5–6 inches (13–15 cm) tall with DK or velvet yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.


🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (Velvet or Cotton Blend):

    • Color A: Red (main color – body, arms, outer ears, nose)

    • Color B: Beige (inner ears, face)

    • Color C: White (heart patch)

  • 2.5 mm crochet hook

  • 8 mm safety eyes

  • Stitch marker

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing

  • Keychain ring and loop


🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in 1 st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
st – Stitch


🦵 Legs & Body (worked bottom-up)

First Leg (Color A):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–6. sc around (12)
    FO and set aside.

Second Leg (Color A):
Repeat rounds 1–6. Do not fasten off.

Join Legs:
7. Ch 3, join to first leg with a sc,
sc around first leg (12), sc in 3 chs, sc around second leg (12), sc in other side of 3 chs (30 sts total)

8–11. sc around (30)

📌 Optional: Begin positioning heart patch (don’t attach yet)

  1. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  2. sc around (24)

  3. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  4. sc around (18)

  5. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  6. dec x6 (6)
    FO, sew hole closed. Stuff firmly.


👦 Head (Color A with Color B for face patch)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

Face Patch (Color B)
6–9. Begin face panel in Color B: Work 10 sc in Color B, then continue with Color A around (30)
📌 Tip: Use the yarn carry method or fasten off and rejoin as needed.

  1. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    📌 Insert safety eyes between Rounds 7–8, centered on beige patch

  2. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff head firmly

  3. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  4. dec x6 (6), FO and sew to body


✋ Arms (Make 2 – Color A)

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–5. sc around (6)
    Stuff lightly

  2. FO, flatten and sew to body sides


👂 Ears (Make 2 – start with Color B)

Inner Part (Color B):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
    Switch to Color A:

  4. sc around (12)

  5. sc across flat edge

  6. FO, flatten to a fan shape and sew to each side of the head at an angle.


🐽 Nose (Color A)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. sc around (6)
    FO and sew to face, just above center of the heart.


❤️ Belly Heart Patch (Color C)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

Divide for two heart lobes:
5. Work 12 sc, ch 1, turn
6. dec, sc 8, dec (10)
7. dec, sc 6, dec (8)
8. dec x4 (4), FO

Join yarn to remaining 12 sts and repeat for second lobe.
FO, sew neatly to belly.


🔗 Keychain Loop

Attach Color A yarn to the top of the head.
Ch 10–12, sl st back to base to form a loop.
FO and secure with a knot. Attach to your keyring.


✂️ Assembly Tips

  • Use pins to position ears and limbs evenly.

  • Embroider or glue small eyebrows with black yarn/thread.

  • Block the heart patch slightly if needed to shape it before sewing.


💡 Customization Ideas

  • Use blue and lilac to make Angel or classic Stitch

  • Add embroidery initials or accessories like bows or a star

  • Make a tiny Valentine’s envelope for it to hold

This lovable Stitch keychain is bursting with personality and handmade charm – a perfect symbol of affection and creativity! 🧵❤️


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