Hold a piece of the ocean in your palm, but with a twist of cuteness and craft! That's what you get with a crochet amigurumi whale keychain. This delightful little project combines the softness of yarn with the charm of marine life, creating a mini whale that can swim along with you wherever you go. Picture each stitch bringing to life this adorable sea creature, until its friendly face is ready to smile back at you.
Crochet Amigurumi Whale Keychain Pattern
Turned into a keychain, this whale isn’t just a craft; it’s your new tiny companion. Whether you're a seasoned crochet enthusiast or a newbie looking for a fun project, the amigurumi whale keychain is a splash of happiness ready to be made by your own hands.
Materials:
- 2 mm hook
- 3 mm hook (for the bigger size)
- Yarn in desired colors
- Stuffing
- Stitch markers
- Needle
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: decrease (invisible decrease)
- sl st: slip stitch
Body:
Magic ring:
Make a magic ring or magic circle.
- Chain 1 (this is not a stitch).
- Round 1: 6 sc into the magic ring.
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (total 12 sc).
- Round 3: 1 sc, 2 sc repeat around (total 18 sc).
- Round 4: 1 sc, 2 sc, 1 sc repeat around (total 24 sc).
- Round 5: 1 sc 3 times, dec, 1 sc 5 times, dec, 1 sc 3 times (total 24 sc).
- Round 6-9: 1 sc in each stitch (total 24 sc).
- Round 10: 1 sc 3 times, dec, 1 sc 4 times, dec, 1 sc 3 times (total 22 sc).
- Round 11: 1 sc 3 times, dec, 1 sc 3 times, dec, 1 sc 3 times (total 20 sc).
- Round 12: 1 sc 3 times, dec, 1 sc 2 times, dec, 1 sc 2 times (total 18 sc).
- Round 13: 1 sc 3 times, dec, 1 sc 1 time, dec, 1 sc 1 time (total 16 sc).
- Round 14: 1 sc 2 times, dec, 1 sc 1 time, dec (total 12 sc).
- Round 15: dec 6 times (total 6 sc).
Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
- Weave in the tail.
- Stuff the body.
- With the needle, close the opening by sewing through the remaining stitches.
Tail:
- Attach the yarn to the back of the body, between stitches 6 and 7 of round 10.
- Chain 10.
Row 1: 10 sc in the chain.
Row 2-5: 1 sc in each stitch.
- Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
- Weave in the tail.
Dorsal fin:
- Attach the yarn to the top of the body, between stitches 11 and 12 of round 6.
- Chain 5.
Row 1: 4 sc in the chain.
Row 2-3: 1 sc in each stitch.
- Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
- Weave in the tail.
Pectoral fins:
- Attach the yarn to the side of the body, between stitches 4 and 5 of round 8.
- Chain 4.
Row 1: 3 sc in the chain.
Row 2-3: 1 sc in each stitch.
- Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
- Weave in the tail.
- Repeat for the other pectoral fin.
Eyes:
- Attach the yarn to the side of the head, between stitches 8 and 9 of round 9.
- Chain 3.
Row 1: 2 sc in the chain.
Row 2: 1 sc in each stitch.
- Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
- Weave in the tail.
- Embroider the eyes using black or white yarn.
Mouth:
- Embroider the mouth using black or white yarn.
Whiskers:
- Attach the yarn to the bottom of the mouth.
- Chain 3.
Row 1: 2 sc in the chain.
- Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
- Weave in the tail.
- Repeat for the other whiskers.
Your amigurumi whale is complete! You can use it as a keychain, keyring, or soft toy.
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