Add a touch of handmade charm and a happy smile to your keys or bag with this adorable crocheted flower keychain! Inspired by a delightful tutorial, this pattern is quick to make and features a charming smiling face bead at its center. It’s a perfect project for beginners and a wonderful way to personalize your accessories or create thoughtful gifts.
Skill Level: Easy
Finished Size (Approximate):
- Flower Diameter: Approximately 2.5 – 3 inches (6.5 – 7.5 cm)
- Size can vary slightly based on yarn, hook, and tension.
Materials You’ll Need:
- Yarn: Small amount of DK weight (Light Worsted / 8 ply) yarn in your chosen flower color (e.g., pink, yellow, blue).
- The video uses a pink yarn. Any smooth acrylic or cotton yarn will work beautifully.
- Crochet Hook: B/1 (2.20 mm) or size needed to obtain a firm fabric.
- A smaller hook than recommended for your yarn weight will help the flower hold its shape better, especially for a keychain.
- Smiling Face Bead: One small bead with a smiling face (or any decorative bead you like) that can be threaded onto your yarn.
- Ensure the hole in your bead is large enough for your yarn and crochet hook to pass through.
- Keychain Ring/Clasp: One standard keychain ring or lobster clasp.
- Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends and securing the bead.
- Scissors
Gauge (Not Critical, but Aim for a Firm Fabric!):
Since this is a small decorative item, exact gauge isn’t crucial. However, aim for a fabric that is firm and without large gaps to ensure your flower holds its shape nicely and the bead is secure. If your stitches are too loose, go down a hook size.
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms):
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet (yarn over twice, insert hook, yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through last 2 loops)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- MR: Magic Ring
- FO: Fasten off
Let’s Crochet Your Cheerful Flower Keychain!
This flower is made by crocheting a central chain and then building the petals around it.
Part 1: The Flower Base & First Petals
- Ch 10.
- Petal 1: Sl st into the 2nd ch from hook. Sc in next ch. Hdc in next ch. Dc in next ch. Tr in next ch. Dc in next ch. Hdc in next ch. Sc in next ch. Sl st in last ch. (This completes the first petal).
- This sequence of stitches creates the rounded shape of a petal.
- Continue Petals: Ch 1. Sl st into the same last ch where you made the previous sl st.
- Repeat the petal sequence (Sl st, sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc, sl st) into the new chain space created by the ch 1 and sl st.
- Repeat this process to create a total of 5 petals.
- The video shows creating the petals by working back along the initial chain, and then continuing to build outward. This method simplifies the process.
After completing the 5th petal, sl st to join the last petal to the base of the first petal, forming a circle.
Part 2: The Keychain Loop & Bead
- Keychain Loop: Ch 15 (or desired length for your keychain loop). Sl st into the center of the flower to form the loop.
- Adjust the chain length to make your loop longer or shorter.
- Attach Bead: Cut your yarn, leaving a long tail (approx. 10-12 inches / 25-30 cm). Thread this tail onto your tapestry needle.
- Pass the needle through the center of the flower from back to front.
- Thread your smiling face bead onto the yarn tail.
- Pass the needle back through the center of the flower from front to back, securing the bead.
- Make sure the bead is centered and snug.
- Secure Bead: On the back of the flower, tie a secure knot with the yarn tail and any other loose ends from the center. Weave in all remaining ends neatly.
Part 3: Final Assembly
- Attach Keychain Ring: Thread your keychain ring or lobster clasp onto the crocheted loop you created.
Finishing Touches:
- Weave in all ends: Use your tapestry needle to neatly weave in any remaining loose yarn tails.
- Shape: Gently shape your flower, fluffing the petals to make them full and symmetrical.
Video tutorial
Versatile Uses for Your Crochet Flower Keychain:
- Keychains: A cheerful addition to your keys.
- Bag Charms: Clip onto backpacks, purses, or tote bags.
- Zipper Pulls: Add a cute touch to jackets or pouches.
- Small Gifts: Perfect for party favors, stocking stuffers, or a quick handmade token.
Customization & Tips:
- Color Combinations: Experiment with different yarn colors for the flower!
- Bead Choice: Use different types of beads – sparkly, pearl, or even a different shaped bead – to personalize your keychain.
- Size Adjustment:
- Larger Flower: Use a thicker yarn (e.g., worsted weight) and a larger hook (e.g., H/5.0 mm). You can also increase the initial chain length and the number of stitches in each petal.
- Smaller Flower: Use a finer yarn (e.g., fingering or lace weight) and a smaller hook (e.g., 1.5 mm). Reduce the initial chain length and the number of stitches in each petal.
- Petal Count: You can add more petals by continuing the “ch 1, sl st into same ch” technique, ensuring you have enough space around the center.
Enjoy creating your quick, cute, and cheerful crochet flower keychain! It’s a fantastic way to add a personal touch to your everyday items.
