Crochet Pumpkin Keychain – Easy, Fun, and Perfect for Fall
Create something adorable and practical with this crochet pumpkin keychain project! Featuring a charming design, it’s the perfect accessory to brighten your bag or keys.
This project offers a blend of beauty, functionality, and versatility—ideal for fall vibes, gift-giving, or simply expressing your creativity.
This cute crochet pumpkin keychain is both decorative and sturdy. Made with durable stitches, it stands up to daily use while keeping its adorable shape.
It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and makes a perfect fall-themed accessory, playful charm for your keys, or even a festive gift friends will adore.
Materials and Preparation:
- Yarn: Orange and green yarn, suitable for amigurumi. Recommend cotton or acrylic.
- Yarn Weight: #4 Medium/Worsted
- Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E-4) crochet hook
- Additional Tools:
- Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends
- Scissors
- Optional: Keychain ring to attach to the pumpkin
Abbreviations and Notes:
- Abbreviations:
- Slst: Slip Stitch
- Hdc: Half Double Crochet
- Sc: Single Crochet
- Inc: Increase (2 single crochets in one stitch)
Pattern Tips:
- Work in the back loop only where specified to create texture.
- A magic loop is used to begin the top of the pumpkin. If you’re not familiar with this technique, practice it a few times before starting.
- Maintain a consistent tension for better results.
Gauge, Approximate Size, and Pattern Notes:
- Gauge: Not critical for this project. The key focus is maintaining consistent tension.
- Finished Size: Approximately 2 inches (5 cm) in height, not including the keychain.
- Special Techniques: Back loop only stitches add a ribbed texture to the pattern. Practice these stitches before starting the full project.
- Swatch Info: No gauge swatch necessary, but ensure your stitches are consistent.
Step-by-Step Pattern:
Body of the Pumpkin
- Make a slip knot and create a foundation chain:
- Chain 20.
- Set up row:
- Slst in the back of the second chain from the hook.
- Hdc in the next 17 chains.
- Slst in the last chain.
- Chain 1 and turn.
- R2 – R18:
- Repeat the following pattern:
- Slst in the first stitch (back loop only).
- Hdc in the next 17 stitches (back loop only).
- Slst in the last stitch (back loop only).
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Repeat the following pattern:
- Finish off:
- After Row 18, chain 1, cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing, and fasten off.
- Sew the ends together to form a cylinder.
Top of the Pumpkin (Stem)
- Create a magic loop, and work into it:
- 5 sc in the loop.
- Join:
- Slst in the first stitch, chain 1.
- R2 – R5:
- Sc in each stitch around (5 sc).
- R6:
- Chain 1, 2 sc in each stitch around (10 sc).
- Slst in the first stitch.
- R7:
- Chain 1, (sc, inc)×6 (18 sc).
- Slst in the first stitch, chain 1, and cut the yarn.
Assembly
- Attach the green top to the body of the pumpkin.
- Weave in all ends securely.
- Attach the keychain ring to the top of the stem.
Key to Success:
- Use a slip knot and chain 20 for the base.
- Work in the back loop only for texture and flexibility in rows.
- Master basic stitches: slip stitch (slst), half-double crochet (hdc), and single crochet (sc).
- Ensure even sewing while forming the pumpkin shape.
- Focus on the magic loop for clean and sturdy results.
Conclusion:
This crochet pumpkin keychain is a fun and creative project that offers both satisfaction and usability. Its playful design makes it unique, and its practicality ensures it’s always in style. Whether for personal use or gifting, you’ll love every stitch in making this functional, seasonal keepsake!
