How to Crochet Mini Pumpkin Keychain (Tutorial for Beginners)
Need a quick gift for fall? Learn how to crochet these mini pumpkin amigurumi in any color from orange to blue with a step-by-step tutorial for beginners and experts. With the same ribbed effect achieved without working in the rounds and some sewing, this realistic pumpkin amigurumi will become your favorite fall project that can be finished within 15 minutes.
So, if you are interested in crocheting this amigurumi pumpkin, continue reading till the end of this post from Hill Crochet Lovers.
The designer of this pumpkin amigurumi is @HillChrochetLovers – she has mostly crocheted the nature-inspired and the flower-themed mini crochet projects. 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 Amigurumi Pumpkin Keychain
Skill Level: Intermediate. This amigurumi pumpkin needs the flat work by working in the back-and-forth rows; 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 11 minutes. (This is the super fast tutorial, but crocheting one by yourself would also be much faster)
Personalization Tips: As in our previously presented crochet tutorial, you can also use the yellow yarn instead of the orange to crochet a yellow pumpkin as a hairclip.
Pattern Type: No on-screen written pattern is available but the tutorial is slow-paced.
Supplies Needed
The following are the crochet materials and tools for crocheting this pumpkin keychain. They will work best:
- 4ply Yarn
- Hook No. 5/0 3.0mm
- Orange and Green
- Sewing Needle
- Stuffing
Techniques Used
The following are the crochet techniques that the tutor will use 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 tutorial begins with a slip knot to start working the flat base. You’ll use half double crochet stitches for quicker progress. Ribbed stitches are added to create the ridged texture. Once the flat piece is done, sew the ends together using slip stitches. Wrap the yarn around the piece and stuff it to form the pumpkin shape. Finally, crochet and attach the stem.
