15 Free Crochet Animal Keychain Tutorials for Kids
Here are 15 oh-so-crochet animal keychains that you can make for gifting with step-by-step tutorials. From the teddy bear to the three bears and cats, this small list will have variations for the popular crochet amigurumi animals. Especially favorite, easy, and quick will be animal face keychains for beginners. They are all must-haves.
These crochet animal keychains are especially designed to be last-minute gifts for a dear one. They are not too demanding and easy. Let’s get started.
Crochet Animal Keychains
You will love all of the crochet animal keychains in this small compilation:
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01 of 15 Crochet Teddy Bear Charm
This crochet miniature teddy bear with a chain stitch scarf and low-sew body is a cute last-minute gift. Crochet an easy amigurumi bear for Mother’s Day and Anniversaries. The bear’s body has the same pattern as the basic no-sew doll, with less stuffing to make it a little flatter.
You can learn crocheting this plushie in less than 18 minutes and remake it in no time, too. When finished, sew the mouth, and attach a small wooden star. You can crochet it with golden brown yarn.
02 of 15 Crochet Cat Charms
In less than 1 hour, you can crochet this pair of white and black cat amigurumi faces. It will be no-sew and has quite a flat shape. The base pattern will be the same for both animal keychains, with the white (basic Hello Kitty) easier than the black one.
The black needs two small yellow circles for eyes and a black middle embroidery, too. For the white, knot a small length of pink yarn into a bow. Only the attachment will be the ears. You should use hot glue for the bow.
03 of 15 Crochet Bear and Panda Keychain
Using the same base round face pattern, you can crochet a set of three bear keychains. This includes the polar bear, panda, and grizzly bear variations taught in the same 12-minute tutorial. The polar bear and the grizzly are no different. Just change the color to brown or white.
The panda, however, needs to change the color of the ears and attach separate eyes, and then attach the safety beads onto it. The embroidery mouth is the simplest of all. Just make a simple loop.
04 of 15 Crochet Animal Keychains
These are super cute 3D face keychains, including the Miffy bunny, baby duck, and zombie. The zombie has googly crochet eyes and a small basic flower in pink. For the duck, however, you can crochet a small leaf clip. The base pattern is the same, but you have to crochet the long ears for the bunny.
This trio is easy and a must-have present for little ones. It is a palm-sized keychain and has tiny safety beads. Learn crocheting in 12 minutes using Milk Cotton yarn.
05 of 15 Crochet Bear Cookie Keychain
You can crochet the cookie bear keychain in any color from hot pink to yellow to brown. This has a simple flat bear pattern starting with the oval base, and you have to crochet three layers. The middle one will be for the cream and should be crocheted in grey.
The flat bear is no-sew, and you also have to add the brown embroidery, like the chocolate chip and face of the bear. It will be a 30-minute project, great for gifting to a foodie.
06 of 15 Crochet Bunny Bag Keychain
Learn how to crochet a 35-minute step-by-step tutorial for making a small, themed bunny and egg drawstring pouch. It is designed as a “mini rabbit bag,” specifically sized to hold Easter eggs or small treats. It uses standard crochet terminology, including magic rings (MR), single crochet (sc), and double crochet (dc) to build the rounded body and elongated bunny ears.
The video is structured to be beginner-friendly, providing a visual guide through each round of the bag’s construction, from the circular base to the closing drawstring and decorative bunny features.
07 of 15 Crochet Bee Amigurumi Keychain
Learn how to crochet a smiling amigurumi bee with expressive detail that is a small doll. It features the bee’s plump, striped body and can be crocheted in a brown or black striped version. Crochet one for spring with the same thinner legs.
08 of 15 Crochet Rabbit Keychain
With this tutorial, you can crochet an amigurumi bunny head in pink color with a small carrot accessory on the forehead. The addition of the strawberry or carrot is a clever design choice with unstuffed ears.
A 40-minute tutorial will let you crochet this amigurumi bunny with an embroidered mouth and blush for the cheeks.
09 of 15 Crochet Broccoli Keychain
Crocheting the broccoli keychain that looks very similar to the baby mushroom keychain, and can be finished without any sewing. It stands out for its clever use of the “popcorn stitch,” which perfectly mimics the dense, bumpy florets of a real vegetable.
Whether you’re making a healthy-themed gift for a friend or a cute charm for your own bag, this broccoli design is perfect.
10 of 15 Crochet Mini Doll Keychain
Learn how to crochet an adorable, beginner-friendly amigurumi doll keychain that can be used as a car hanger and stuff like this, like a bag charm or a gift. Uses white yarn (head/limbs), pink yarn (hat/dress), and small amounts of black and blue for details. A 2.5mm hook and cotton stuffing are required.
The dress is worked into the front loops of the neck using double crochets and a decorative “two-chain slip stitch” border. Facial features are embroidered with a needle.
11 of 15 Crochet Cute Worry Worm Keychain
With this Tata’s tutorial, you can crochet a “Worry Worm” Keychain in any color, a small and comforting amigurumi project often used for “Random Acts of Crochet Kindness.” Use 5-ply milk cotton yarn (80% cotton, 20% acrylic), a 2.75mm crochet hook, and 5mm safety eyes.
They require very little yarn and can be completed in under 20 minutes.
12 of 15 Crochet Kitty Keychain
Learn how to crochet an adorable, no-sew amigurumi cat keychain. The “no-sew” design is a highlight, as the limbs and ears are crocheted directly into the body during the crocheting process. The tutorial demonstrates a larger cat using 5-ply yarn and a smaller version using 4-ply yarn.
The addition of a posable wire in the tail and a charming chain-stitch scarf provides personalized touches that make each kitty unique.
13 of 15 Crochet Cat Keychain
Learn how to crochet a mini cat Amigurumi doll, specifically designed for beginners. The project uses a “no-sew” or “low-sew” method, where the ears and tail are often crocheted directly onto the body to simplify the process for new crocheters.
The tutorial features chenille (plush) yarn in a cream/white color and a 3.5mm or 4.0mm crochet hook.
14 of 15 Crochet Miffy Bear Keychain
This is how to crochet a Miffy bear with a ribbed couquette bow. The head is no-sew. You will only have to crochet the head, a small bow for the forehead, and the arms.
Learn how to crochet a Bow Bunny keychain or bag charm. Using a 2.5 mm hook and matching yarn, the process starts with a magic ring to form two individual ears, which are later joined to build the head and body in continuous rounds.
The bunny features unique decorative elements, including a small bow and a complex, large bow made using back-loop-only stitches for added texture.
15 of 15 Crochet Mini Puppy Keychain
Here is how to crochet a mini puppy or bear amigurumi finished with a onesie. It focuses on crocheting a tiny, palm-sized dog with simple shapes and clear visual instructions. You can either crochet a white or a pink version. This is super quick and a must-have for all of you.
