A little Pikachu toy will become the love of your little ones obsessed with Pokemon. Learn how to crochet a mini-doll Pikachu keychain with a step-by-step tutorial from NHÀ LEN that can also be customized into a big plush toy. This Pikachu amigurumi can be used as a pencil box charm or pocket companion for kids.
Even with all of the small details, you can complete crocheting it within two hours for the first time. Luckily, to enhance the look of the Pikcahu keychain, there is also a part for crocheting a small Pokeball that the Pikcahu doll can hold. There are also instructions for detailed facial expressions with clever use of safety eyes, felt and embroidery.
Check out this post for crocheting this little Pikachu with a tutorial in the end and explore some important details.
Tutorial @NHÀ LEN
Skill Level: Intermediate. Most parts of the crochet Pikachu keychain pattern are not very complicated. However, pokeball needs frequent colour shifts and there is a need for stitching small parts and attaching them with the sewing needle. Moreover, embroidery is a little more complicated in this Pikachu keychain. Especially, the tail needs much accuracy and consistent tension.
Guide Span: 1 hour 11 minutes
Personalization Tips: As mentioned earlier, the crochet Pikachu features a complete body of Pikachu. So, crochet it using a larger crochet hook and chenille yarn to achieve a soft and squishy doll.
Crochet Amigurumi Pikachu Tutorial
Crochet the amigurumi Pikachu with the help of tutorial below for both beginners and experts.
Abbreviations and Stitches
Below we have provided a list of the abbreviations used to explain the procedure of crocheting the amigurumi Pikachu keychain:
- Chain (Ch): Yarn over, pull through loop on hook.
- Slip Stitch (Slst): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
- Single Crochet (Sc): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over again, and pull through both loops on hook.
- Half Double Crochet (Hdc): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over again, and pull through all three loops on the hook.
- Increase Stitch (Inc): Make two single crochet stitches into the same stitch.
- Decrease Stitch (Dec): Insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull through, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull through, yarn over and pull through all loops on hook.
Supplies Needed
Gather the following crochet supplies to learn how to crochet the Pikachu keychain:
- 4ply Cotton Yarn (size 1.5~2.0 mm) - Len Babyyarn
- Yarn colours 63 (yellow), 09(red), 01 (white), 34 (black), 32 (brown), 07 (Pink).
- Hook 2.0~2.5mm
- Scissors
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Needle
- Glue
Note: If you are unable to find the above-described yarn, use alternatives like Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton and Scheepjes Catona are perfect 4-ply yarn choices. Their vibrant, long-lasting colors and sturdy textures make them ideal for creating detailed and durable amigurumi pieces.
The smoothness of Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton ensures a polished look, while Scheepjes Catona's wide color range helps capture Pikachu's iconic bright yellow and red cheeks. Both are machine washable, ensuring your amigurumi stays clean and vibrant.
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