How to Crochet Mini Pumpkin Keychain for Fall
Learn how to crochet a fast pumpkin keychain featuring beautiful ridges and ribbed stitch all with a stitch-by-stitch tutorial for beginners. You can crochet one within 30 minutes thanks to the easy pattern. Crochet one pumpkin amigurumi for fall decor, modify for Halloween, and even for a Thanksgiving centerpiece – it is very versatile. With a flat circle stem, it looks oh-so cute.
So, if you are interested in crocheting this mini pumpkin amigurumi, continue reading this post at the end of this post for the guide by Rin Crochet.
The designer of this pumpkin amigurumi is @RinCrochet – she has crocheted tons of mini keychains and accessories for beginners and intermediates. In respect for 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.
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Crochet Miniature Pumpkin Keychain
Skill Level: Beginner – Intermediate. It needs flat work using the back-and-forth stitch; therefore, sewing is a must. The tutorial uses basic crochet stitches (single crochet, chain stitch, half-double crochet, and working in that will be easy even for beginners.)
Tutorial Timing: Approximately 24 minutes. (perfect for if you are looking for a last-minute pumpkin amigurumi project without working in the rounds)
Personalization Tips: You can also choose yellow for crocheting a yellow pumpkin and even a green pumpkin, all look cute. Also, you can crochet a stem!
Pattern Type: An on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with.
Supplies Needed
The following are the crochet materials and tools for crocheting this pumpkin keychain:
- 4ply Yarn
- Hook No. 5/0 3.0mm
- Orange and Green
- Sewing Needle
- Stuffing
Technique & Guides
Learn the following crochet techniques for crocheting this amigurumi pumpkin keychain:
- ch (chain): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
- sl st (slip stitch): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through both loops.
- sc (single crochet): Insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
- hdc (half double crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
- blo (back loop only): Work into only the back loop of a stitch.
- Sewing
How is it done?
The tutor starts with the slip knot to start working on the flat. You will use the half double crochet for fast completion. You will also use the ribbed stitches to get the ridges. Then, start by sewing the ends for slip stitches. Using the thread around and stuffing, crochet the ribs of the pumpkin. Then crochet and sew the stem.
