Delight in crafting your own adorable crochet cat keychain with this enchanting pattern! Perfect for cat lovers, this crochet amigurumi ornament project combines the softness of cotton yarn with the charm of a cuddly pet. With two sizes available, these keychains make a cute accessory or a thoughtful gift. Whether using a 2.5 mm or a 3.5 mm hook, you'll create a unique companion that fits right in the palm of your hand, ranging from 7.5 cm to 9 cm in size.
The pattern is versatile, fitting for both four-ply and five-ply cotton yarn, ensuring your cat has the perfect texture and durability. Alongside its decorative appeal, this keychain serves a practical purpose, keeping your keys organized most delightfully. Start creating your crochet cat keychain today and add a touch of fancy to your daily routine!
Tutor Suggestion:
For a smoother crochet journey, ensure your stitches are tight to keep the filling from showing. Enjoy each step, embracing the joy of seeing your cat keychain come to life stitch by stitch!
Making The Crochet Cat Keychain
Materials Needed:
- 5 ply cotton yarn in beige and orange
- Crochet hooks (2.5 mm and 3.0 mm)
- Stitch marker (optional)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Keychain ring
Pattern Overview:
- The crochet item consists of 27 rounds.
- Uses techniques such as single crochet (sc), increase (inc), and decrease (dec).
- Colour changes are made during the crochet process.
Step by step Pattern
Body:
Round 1:
- Start with beige yarn.
- Create a magic ring.
- 6 sc in the magic ring.
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 2:
- Chain 1 to start the round.
- Inc in each stitch around (12 stitches total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 3:
- Chain 1.
- 1 sc, inc repeat around (18 stitches total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 4:
- Chain 1.
- 2 sc, inc repeat around (24 stitches total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 5:
- Chain 1.
- 3 sc, inc repeat around (30 stitches total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Rounds 6-18:
- Continue in the pattern established adding one sc between increases each round until you reach 58 stitches in a round.
- Join with a slip stitch after each round.
Round 19-27 (Decreasing Starts):
- Start reducing the number of stitches gradually to shape the top of the keychain.
Round 19:
- Chain 1.
- 14 sc, dec repeat around (54 stitches total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 20:
- Chain 1.
- 3 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec repeat around (48 stitches).
- Join with a slip stitch.
- Continue decreasing in this pattern until you close the top, reducing stitches evenly distributed across the rounds.
- Close the top by drawing the yarn through all remaining stitches, pulling tight, and securing.
Ears (Make 2):
- Attach a different color yarn for the ears if desired.
Round 1:
- Start with a magic ring using beige yarn.
- 6 sc into the ring.
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 2:
- Chain 1.
- Sc, 2 sc in next sc repeat around (9 stitches total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 3:
- Chain 1.
- 1 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc repeat around (12 stitches total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 4:
- Chain 1.
- 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc repeat around until ear is sized as desired.
- Join with a slip stitch.
- Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew the ears to the body between rounds determined by your desired placement.
Finishing Touches:
- Sew on facial features like eyes, nose, and whiskers using black yarn.
- Attach the keychain ring to the top of the cat's head.
Notes:
- Make sure to secure all yarn ends with knots and weave them in for a neat finish.
- Adjust hook size according to your tension if the fabric isn't tight enough to hold the shape.
Following the steps above should help you recreate the crochet cat keychain as demonstrated in the video. Enjoy your crafting!
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