Carry a little piece of the ocean with you wherever you go with this Amigurumi Turtle Keychain crochet pattern! Inspired by the gentle charm of sea turtles, this adorable design captures their round shell, tiny flippers, and sweet expression in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for marine life lovers, adding a playful touch to your accessories, or simply enjoy making miniature amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable turtle bursting with personality! Perfect for brightening up your keys, bags, or even gifting to a fellow turtle enthusiast, this crochet keychain is both cute and practical. 🐢✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of green, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature bow or seashell for extra charm. Craft a classic turtle keychain with natural tones, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of ocean-inspired amigurumi for a delightful display! Whether gifted as a quirky keepsake, displayed as a charming accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Turtle Keychain is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade marine magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🐢 Amigurumi Turtle Keychain – FREE Crochet Pattern
Make a tiny friend you can take anywhere with this adorable amigurumi turtle keychain! With a soft green shell and a cheerful face, it’s the perfect quick project for gifting or carrying a bit of handmade charm with your keys, bags, or backpacks.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner – Great for practicing small amigurumi shapes and sewing parts together.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 2.5–3 inches (6–7.5 cm) long (excluding keyring), using DK or sport-weight yarn and 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK or Sport Weight Yarn:
- Color A: Light tan or beige (head, limbs, bottom of shell)
- Color B: Green (top of shell)
- 2.25–2.5 mm crochet hook
- 6 mm safety eyes
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Keyring and jump ring
- Polyfill stuffing
- Optional: black embroidery thread (for mouth)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🐢 Head – Color A
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–7. sc around (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 4 and 5, about 6 stitches apart - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
Stuff lightly, FO and close
🐢 Top Shell – Color B
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- sc around (24)
FO, leave long tail for sewing
🐢 Bottom Shell – Color A
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
FO
Sew the top and bottom shell together, lightly stuffing before fully closing.
🐢 Front Legs (Make 2) – Color A
- MR, 6 sc
2–3. sc around (6)
Stuff lightly, FO and sew to front of shell base
🐢 Back Legs (Make 2) – Color A
- MR, 5 sc
2–3. sc around (5)
FO and sew toward back underside of shell
🐢 Tail – Color A
- MR, 4 sc
- sc around (4)
FO and sew a small nub at the back
🧵 Assembly
- Sew head to the front of the shell, slightly downward tilt
- Sew limbs in place – two legs on each side of the bottom shell
- Sew tail at rear center
- Embroider a tiny smile with black thread if desired
- Attach a small loop on top center of the shell and secure the jump ring
- Add keychain hardware
💡 Tips & Customization
- Use variegated or pastel yarn for a colorful shell effect
- Add a mini bow, blush with pastel fabric paint, or tiny shell ridges with embroidery
- Make a group in different shades as a gift set
Your Amigurumi Turtle Keychain is ready to travel the world (or your pocket) with a smile! 🐢✨🧶
