Looking for a quick and easy crochet project? This adorable sunflower keychain is perfect for using a small amount of yarn to create a cute accessory for keys, bags, or gifts.
A tiny crochet sunflower can make everyday essentials feel a little more cheerful. This crochet sunflower keychain combines a richly textured brown center, two layers of bright petals, and fresh green details into a handmade accessory that’s full of character. The layered construction reveals a beautiful finish worth seeing from every crochet angle.
The crochet design comes together one step at a time, starting with the flower heart, followed by the raised seeds, blooming petals, and a sturdy green backing. A simple leaf and hanging loop complete the piece, turning it into a practical crochet keychain that’s easy to carry or gift. Each stage builds neatly on the last, creating a polished result without unnecessary complexity.
Credit Lingzhi Handmade
Design Summary
- Flower Heart: Textured brown center with dimensional “seeds.”
- Two Petal Layers: Offset for a blooming floral effect.
- Green Back Pad: Provides structure and support.
- Hanging String & Leaf: Adds charm and functionality as a keychain.
Materials Needed
- Yarn:
- Brown (flower heart, seeds)
- Yellow (petals)
- Green (backing pad, leaf, hanging string)
- Fiberfill Stuffing
- Tools:
- Crochet hook (recommended 3 mm for string; adjust for other parts based on yarn size)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Finished Measurements: Not provided (depends on yarn weight and hook).
Optional: Use yarn in a weight/material that matches your preferred sturdiness and finish for keychains.
Stitch Abbreviations & Techniques
- Key Abbreviations:
- MR: Magic Ring
- CH: Chain
- SC: Single Crochet
- INC: Increase (2 SC in one stitch)
- BLO: Back Loops Only
- SL ST: Slip Stitch
- DC/TR/DTR: Double/Triple/Double Triple Crochet
- HDC: Half Double Crochet
- Picot Stitch: CH 2, SL ST into the backbone of the first chain.
- Techniques Used:
- Working in the round.
- Layered assembly for offset petals.
- Graduated stitch-sizing for texture and shaping.
Helpful Tips Before You Start
- Starting Chain-1 Rule:
- When crocheting the flower heart, do not count the starting chain-1 turning chain as a stitch. This is just a setup step and does not add to your stitch count.
- Back Loops Only (BLO):
- From Round 2 onward, work exclusively in the Back Loops Only (BLO) for the flower heart.
- This leaves the front loops exposed, which will later be used to create the sunflower seeds and petals.
- Hiding Yarn Tails:
- Save yourself finishing time by crocheting over your yarn tails as you go. This keeps your project neat and eliminates extra work at the end.
Pattern Overview & Making Process
The pattern begins with a round brown flower heart worked in back loops only after the first round. This method leaves the front loops available for later details while carefully placed increases create a smooth circular shape. A matching green back pad is then made using the same stitch counts through both loops for support.
Next, the exposed front loops are used to create the raised sunflower seeds, giving the center its textured appearance. Two separate layers of yellow petals are added around the flower, with the second layer offset from the first and joined through both the flower heart and back pad. Fiberfill is inserted before the petals are fully closed to give the sunflower gentle dimension.
To finish, a green leaf is crocheted from a foundation chain and shaped by working along both sides. A hanging loop is made with two strands of green yarn and attached securely to the back of the flower. The leaf is fastened in place, loose ends are tucked away, and the sunflower keychain is ready to use.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Flower Heart (Brown Yarn – Textured Center)
- Round 1:
- Start with MR, CH 1 (does not count as a stitch). Work 6 SC into the ring.
- SL ST to first SC. (6 sts)
- Round 2 (BLO):
- CH 1, work 6 INC around in BLO. SL ST to close. (12 sts)
- Round 3 (BLO):
- CH 1, work [1 SC, 1 INC] around in BLO. SL ST to close. (18 sts)
- Round 4 (BLO):
- CH 1, work [2 SC, 1 INC] around in BLO. SL ST to close. (24 sts)
- Round 5 (BLO):
- CH 1, work [3 SC, 1 INC] around in BLO. SL ST to close. (30 sts)
- Round 6 (BLO – Modified increases):
- CH 1, work 2 SC, 1 INC, [4 SC, 1 INC] x5, 2 SC. SL ST, cut yarn. (36 sts)
2. Back Pad (Green Yarn)
- Follow Flower Heart Instructions, but work through both loops instead of BLO. (36 sts)
3. Sunflower Seeds (Brown Yarn)
- Attach yarn to unused front loops of the flower heart.
- For each “seed”:
- CH 3, SL ST into the 3rd chain from the hook, then SL ST into the working space.
- Skip 1 space, SL ST into the next space, then repeat the seed stitch.
- Work 4 rounds of seed stitches, progressing inward. Cut and secure yarn.
4. Flower Petals
Layer 1 – Outer Petals (Yellow Yarn):
- Attach yarn to the outer round (brown heart).
- Petal Stitch Pattern (3 sts per petal):
- CH 2, DC into next space, work [TR, DTR] in the same space.
- Finish with Picot Stitch (CH 2, SL ST into the first chain), then continue: work DTR, TR, DC, and SL ST into the next space.
- Repeat around for 10 petals total. SL ST to finish and cut yarn, tucking tail underneath.
Layer 2 – Inner Petals (Yellow Yarn):
- Align yellow yarn with a petal center from Layer 1, attaching through both the Flower Heart & Green Back Pad for layering.
- Repeat Petal Stitch Pattern from Layer 1, on both layers together, offsetting petals.
- Pause after 9 petals to insert fiberfill, then finish the last petals.
- SL ST to close.
5. Leaf (Green Yarn):
- Start with CH 18. Work one side as follows:
- (2nd CH from hook) SC, HDC, DC, TR, TR.
- DC, HDC, SC into the next three stitches.
- CH 1, skip a space, SC into the next space.
- At the end, work 3 SC into the last stitch to form the tip.
- Mirror the pattern down the other side. SL ST to close, cut yarn, and secure tails.
6. Hanging String:
- Take 2 strands of green yarn and attach to the Flower Pad.
- Using a 3 mm hook, CH the desired length.
- SL ST back to the starting point on the flower to form a loop. Cut yarn, secure, and hide tails.
Assembly Notes
- Attach the green leaf securely to the bottom of the sunflower or connect it to the hanging string for extra charm.
- Tidy any remaining yarn tails by hiding them in the stuffing or crocheted layers.
Customization & Tips
- Customization: Experiment with yarn colors for a unique take (e.g., pastel yellow petals, white sunflower varieties).
- Gauge-Free Adaptation: Adjust hook size/yarn weight for smaller or larger floral keychains
Troubleshooting & Common Issues
Getting a Hexagon/Polygon Shape Instead of a Perfect Circle: Round 6 of the flower heart utilizes a modified increase position sequence (starting with 2 SC, 1 INC, then shifting to 4 SC, 1 INC intervals) specifically to prevent the increases from stacking up and forming corners, ensuring a completely round base.
Pattern Variations & Modification Ideas
No structural modifications or pattern variations were specified in the original video tutorial.
Conclusion & Final Notes
Tie your final structural knots tightly at the base of the hanging string to ensure your keychain stays sturdy and secure during everyday use.
