Add a pop of fruity fun to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Apple Keychain pattern! Whether you’re crafting for teachers, food lovers, or simply enjoy making adorable amigurumi designs, this free pattern lets you stitch up a tiny apple bursting with charm. With its bright red color, cute little leaf, and soft texture, this crochet apple captures the essence of freshness and fun in every stitch. Perfect for gifting as a thoughtful handmade keepsake, decorating a bag or keys, or simply celebrating the joy of crochet, this amigurumi apple keychain is sure to bring smiles—one stitch at a time! 🍎✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of red, green, or even golden hues for a unique aesthetic. Add embroidered details, tiny beads, or even a miniature worm for extra personality. Craft a classic bright red apple, create a pastel version for a softer look, or even stitch up a full set of fruit-inspired amigurumi for a delightful display! Whether gifted as a whimsical accessory, displayed as a playful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Apple Keychain is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade sweetness to every stitch! 🧶💖
🍎 Amigurumi Apple Keychain Crochet Pattern
Turn your keys into a fruit basket with this cute, smiling red apple! This tiny companion features simple shaping, embroidered details, and a sturdy finish for everyday use.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner – Simple increases and decreases with basic embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 2–2.5 inches (5–6.5 cm) diameter
🧶 Materials
- Yarn:
- Red (Color A – apple body)
- Brown (Color B – stem)
- Green (Color C – leaf)
- Black or dark brown thread for face embroidery
- Yarn weight: Sport or DK yarn (cotton preferred for sturdiness)
- Crochet hook: 2.25 mm or size appropriate for your yarn
- 6 mm safety eyes
- Keyring + jump ring
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
st – Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🍎 Apple Body
Using Color A (Red)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–12. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, approx. 6 sts apart
Embroider smile using black thread between and just below eyes - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly. - dec x6 (6)
FO, close with yarn needle.
🌱 Leaf (Make 2)
Using Color C (Green)
- Ch 6
- Starting from 2nd ch: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc
- Ch 1, turn to other side of chain and repeat: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc
- Sl st into base, FO leaving a tail for sewing.
🌳 Stem
Using Color B (Brown)
- MR, 4 sc (4)
2–4. sc around (4)
FO, leave tail. Stuff lightly or leave unstuffed.
🪡 Assembly
- Sew the stem to the top center of the apple.
- Attach both leaves at the base of the stem (overlapping or side-by-side).
- Embroider the smile with a backstitch using black or brown thread.
- Sew or attach a small metal jump ring through the top of the stem.
- Add the keyring through the jump ring.
🌟 Optional Finishing Touches
- Use a dab of pink blush or pastel for cheeks.
- Embroider tiny eyebrows or freckles for more personality.
🎉 You’re Done!
Your adorable amigurumi apple keychain is ready to brighten your bag, keychain, or someone’s day as a handmade gift. It’s as sweet as it looks!
