Welcome to the magical and whimsical world of amigurumi! 🦄✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Unicorn Keychain—a tiny and enchanting creation perfect for fantasy lovers, playful accessories, or anyone who enjoys crafting miniature and detailed plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up mystical creatures, experimenting with colorful manes, or simply want to add a charming unicorn keychain to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with a delicate horn, flowing mane, and a touch of unicorn magic! 🌈
This design embraces pastel hues, compact shaping, and thoughtful details to bring a dreamy and cheerful presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Unicorn Keychain turns out just right—ready to clip onto your bag, keys, or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out soft pinks, gentle blues, and shimmering whites, and let’s stitch up a delightful unicorn keychain! 🦄
🦄 Amigurumi Unicorn Keychain – Free Crochet Pattern
Bring a dash of magic everywhere you go with this charming Amigurumi Unicorn Keychain! With its pastel hues, flowing mane, and sparkly personality, this little unicorn is the perfect pocket-sized companion for your keys, backpack, or purse. This pattern is easy to follow and makes an enchanting gift or kawaii accessory! 🧶✨🔑
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Basic shaping, color changes, and simple hair styling.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4.5–5 inches (11–13 cm) tall using DK cotton yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK weight yarn in:
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Light pink (body)
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Purple (feet, horn)
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White or pale blue (mane and tail)
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Hot pink (horn base)
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2.5–3 mm crochet hook
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8–10 mm safety eyes
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Keyring with chain
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Polyfill stuffing
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Black thread for mouth and lashes
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head and Body (One Piece)
Start with light pink yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–10. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 6–7, spaced 6 sts apart
Stuff head firmly.
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inc x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
15–22. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🦶 Arms (Make 2)
Start with purple:
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around (6)
Switch to pink:
3–6. sc around
FO and leave tail for sewing. Lightly stuff and sew to sides.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Start with purple:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
Switch to pink:
4–7. sc around (12)
FO, stuff lightly and sew to bottom of body.
🦄 Horn
With purple:
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MR, 4 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
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sc around
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(2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
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sc around
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(3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
FO and sew to top center of head.
Optional Horn Base:
With hot pink yarn: ch 12, sl st in ring, sew around horn base.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
With pink:
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MR, 4 sc
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inc x4 (8)
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sc around
FO and fold in half. Sew to sides of head.
💇 Mane & Tail
Use white or pale blue yarn:
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Cut several 4–5” strands
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Attach to head and back with lark’s head knots
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Curl by twisting and setting with steam or leaving natural for playful bounce
😊 Face Details
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Sew black thread mouth under nose
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Optionally embroider 2–3 lashes per eye for extra cuteness
🔑 Assembly
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Sew arms and legs to body
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Attach horn and ears
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Add mane and tail
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Use strong thread or yarn to secure a keyring loop into the top center of the head
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Make sure all pieces are firmly sewn for durability
💡 Customization Ideas
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Use glitter yarn for horn and hooves
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Add stars or hearts to the body with surface crochet or embroidery
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Make mini rainbow versions for a full keychain collection
This tiny unicorn is full of charm and ready to clip onto your life — a magical companion made with love and stitches! 🦄💜🔮
