How to Crochet Christmas Tree Keychain for Beginners
The Christmas tree motif is undeniably the fastest, cutest, and absolutely no-sew tree pattern that you should certainly try as a last-minute gift. Luckily, I have found this super-easy mini Christmas tree keychain tutorial by Tiny Crochet Lab that will charm up anything you can think of.
So, learn how to crochet this Christmas tree composed of two tree appliques with granny stitch, and also features an elegant white edging and shiny beads in many sizes.
Thanks to the double-layer appliqué, this Christmas keychain does not need any blocking and holds its shape well. Actually, nobody would want a thin appliqué as a keychain gift.
Motif Christmas Tree Gift
It gives the same look on both sides with the method of sewing so seamless. You can also finish with a golden plastic star for an extra finish. So, if you have made up your mind to crochet this medium-sized tree for beginners, continue reading this post till the end.
The designer:
About the Designer: The designer behind this mini Christmas tree project is @TinyCrochetLab – Her small library has the best quick gifts ever. She has compiled a whole series of beginner-friendly and quick projects like this Christmas tree ornament.
Her flower bag charm series is certainly recommended for you to watch and crochet at least one of the projects. Also, follow her.
Note: In respect of the creator’s pattern rights, there will be no provision of the written pattern. You can watch the tutorial with on-screen written instructions at the end of this post.
Material Suggestions
You can gather the following crochet supplies for crocheting this Christmas tree by yourself. These will work best:
- Cotton yarn 4ply or 5ply in green, brown, and white will work great
- 3mm Crochet hook as used by the tutor
- Small beads
- Glue or needle
- Keyring
Crochet Christmas Tree Applique Ornament
Quick Summary & Skill Level: Crochet this Christmas tree motif by working in the round as a single piece using single crochet, double crochet, chain spaces, and cluster stitches.
Chain skip, I think, is represented by K in the on-screen instruction. You will actually be using the 5 double crochet clusters for the shell-like Christmas tree.
Reaching the 4th round, you will also change the color for crocheting the stem, which also needs stitches of different heights. In white, you will also slip stitch all around. Then join two appliques with a seamless sewing technique of hook.
Tutorial-Timing: 11 Minutes Only (perfect for learning the granny cluster stitch and shell stitch)
Quick Tips: You can use either of two shades of green for each granny Christmas tree. You can also use the slip stitch join in red. Also, there is an option to crochet a tiny star.
Abbreviations & Stitches
Check out these quick guides for the common techniques used to crochet this Christmas tree keychain:
- Chain (ch): Yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook to form a foundation chain or space.
- Single Crochet (sc): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over again, and pull through both loops.
- Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops twice.
- Chain Skip (K): Skip the indicated number of chain spaces or stitches before working into the next.
- Slip Stitch (sl st): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, and pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook.
Special Stitches:
- Cluster Stitch (5 dc cluster): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, repeat 5 times in the same stitch, then yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook.
- Seamless Join (with Hook): Hold two appliques together and slip stitch through corresponding stitches to join without visible seams.
