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Amigurumi Sloth Keychain – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Sloth Keychain – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Slow down and embrace the cozy charm of this Amigurumi Sloth Keychain crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for animal lovers, adding a touch of adorable laziness to your handmade collection, or simply enjoy making cute amigurumi designs, this free pattern lets you stitch up a tiny sloth bursting with personality. With its sweet little face, long arms perfect for hugging, and soft texture, this crochet sloth captures the essence of relaxation and cuteness in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to fellow crochet enthusiasts, decorating a bag or keys, or simply celebrating the joy of handmade creations, this amigurumi sloth keychain is sure to bring smiles—one stitch at a time! 🦥✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of brown, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature leaf or sleepy expression for extra charm. Craft a classic sloth with its signature neutral tones, create a pastel version for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of tiny sloth friends for a delightful display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a playful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Sloth Keychain is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade coziness to every stitch! 🧶💖

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🦥 Amigurumi Sloth Keychain Crochet Pattern

If you’re looking for the cutest handmade accessory to hang on your keys, bag, or even your car mirror — this little crochet sloth is the perfect project! With its big shiny eyes, oval eye patches, ribbed belly, and hugging arms, it looks just like a real sloth hanging onto a branch. Let’s get started!

✨ Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate – Basic amigurumi skills, simple shaping, sewing parts together.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 3.5–4 inches (9–10 cm) tall using plush yarn.

🧶 Materials

  • Plush yarn in mauve/taupe (main color – body)

  • Cotton yarn in beige (face & belly patch)

  • Cotton yarn in dark brown (eye patches)

  • Black embroidery thread (mouth)

  • 8 mm black safety eyes

  • 6 mm black safety nose (or embroider)

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Keychain ring

  • Yarn needle & scissors

🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR = Magic ring

  • sc = single crochet

  • inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)

  • dec = decrease (sc 2 together)

  • st(s) = stitch(es)

  • FO = fasten off

🧵 Pattern

Head & Body (worked as one piece)

With plush mauve yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. Inc around (12)

  3. [sc, inc] x6 (18)

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

  5. [3 sc, inc] x6 (30)
    6–10. Sc around (30)

  6. [3 sc, dec] x6 (24)

  7. [2 sc, dec] x6 (18)
    → Head complete. Stuff firmly.

  8. Switch to body: [sc, inc] x6 (18)

  9. [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)
    15–18. Sc around (24)

  10. [2 sc, dec] x6 (18)

  11. [sc, dec] x6 (12)

  12. Dec around (6)
    FO, close hole, weave in end.

Face Patch (oval)

With beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. Inc around (12)

  3. [sc, inc] x6 (18)

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

  5. Add 2 extra inc on opposite sides only → creates horizontal oval (26).
    FO, leave tail to sew.

Eye Patches (make 2, oval)

With dark brown yarn:

  1. Ch 5.

  2. Work sc in 2nd ch, hdc in next, dc in next, 5 dc in last ch.

  3. Continue other side: dc, hdc, sc.
    FO, leave tail to sew.

Arms (make 2, hugging)

With mauve yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
    2–7. Sc around (6)
    FO, stuff lightly.
    👉 Sew angled inward so they curve like in the photo.

Legs (make 2, chunky)

With mauve yarn:

  1. MR, 8 sc (8)

  2. [sc, inc] x4 (12)

  3. Sc around (12)

  4. [sc, dec] x4 (8)

  5. Sc around (8)
    FO, stuff, sew under body.

Belly Patch (ribbed)

With beige yarn:

  1. Ch 7.

  2. Sc in BLO across, ch 1, turn.

  3. Repeat for 6–7 rows.
    FO, sew under arms.

Ears (make 2)

With mauve yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc.
    FO, flatten and sew to sides of head.

Assembly

  1. Attach face patch to head.

  2. Sew eye patches onto face, place safety eyes through them.

  3. Add safety nose to center of face patch.

  4. Embroider small mouth under nose.

  5. Sew belly patch to front of body.

  6. Attach arms, legs, and ears.

  7. Add stuffing where needed.

  8. Sew or attach a keychain ring to the top of the head.

🌟 Final Touch

And there you have it — your own squishy sloth keychain, ready to hug your keys, bag, or even a branch! This little buddy makes the sweetest gift and is guaranteed to bring a smile to anyone who loves sloths.


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