25 Free & Easy Crochet Keychain Patterns

This adorable crochet amigurumi keychain pattern measures just 2.5” tall. This little guy is crocheted in pieces and then seamed together, with a keychain loop added on top. Comfortable beginners or intermediate crocheters can have this penguin made in an hour!

Designer: Tiny Moon

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Vanna’s Choice Baby

This quick, 2-D project is worked in flat rows and then joined together, with the pit being worked in the round. It measures approximately 3.5” long and is a great stash buster. This pattern would make a perfect gift for an avocado-loving friend!

Designer: Spin a Yarn Crochet

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Bernat Super Value

Are you constantly finding yourself digging through your purse for chapstick? This keychain chapstick holder is a perfect way to keep track of your stick - and it’s cute, too! It only takes a small amount of yarn and about 15 minutes to make this project, so they’re ideal for party favors, gift baskets, or just a “thank you” token!

Designer: Jen Hayes Creations

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Pulling into Aldi and realizing you forgot a quarter can be straight-up frustrating (especially when you’re in a hurry or have kids in tow!)! With this simple pattern, you can keep your quarter right on your keychain, so it’s always there when you need it! The only stitches you’ll need for this pattern are the chain stitch and single crochet!

Designer: Heart Hook Home

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Comfy Sport

Know a dino lover? This adorable pattern features a carabiner that clips right onto a child’s backpack. This 5-inch brontosaurus is fairly easy to make - which is good, because your kids’ friends will soon be asking for their own!

Designer: The Loopy Lamb

Yarn weight: Worsted 

Suggested yarn: Brava Worsted

Keep your keys safely covered with this simple crocheted key holder. Just tuck your keys inside, and you can throw them into your purse with your phone, wallet, and other items without any worry of anything getting scratched by the keys’ sharp edges. Scroll down to the bottom of the page for the English instructions.

Designer: Martina Behm

Yarn weight: Fingering

Suggested yarn: Comfy Fingering

This super quick wristlet strap makes it easy to keep track of your keys or quickly attach them to your purse or wallet. It works up in just a few minutes and would be great to make as a quick gift or to sell at craft shows.

Designer: A Knotty Habit Designs

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

This quick and colorful pattern could be clipped onto your keychain, hung as an ornament, or used as a decoration on your rearview mirror. It takes just 30 minutes or less to make and measures only about 1.5”. If you want a larger rainbow, just try a thicker yarn!

Designer: Stitch By Fay

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

This cute crochet keychain pattern is sure to make anyone smile! It’s worked in a continuous spiral using just a few basic stitches. Download the free, matching, “you are my sunshine” printable if you plan to give this keychain as a gift!

Designer: Stitch By Fay

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

This 15-minute project is made using the linked double crochet stitch. It includes a video tutorial as well as written instructions and is a great choice for beginner crocheters. Gather up your scrap yarn and make a few for your friends!

Designer: You Should Craft

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Keep your earbuds safe with this adorable, keychain earbud holder!  You could also use this to hold a charger, fidget spinner, or other small items. This easy pattern features a solid back with a multi-tone, floral front.

Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

This tiny, potted cactus is oh-so-cute! It measures about 2” tall. This pattern includes both written instructions and a video tutorial. 

Designer: DIY Fluffies

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Schachenmayr Catania

This magical project can easily be attached to a backpack and is perfect for keeping track of your earbuds or other small items. You’ll need small bits of color for the unicorn’s mane, so gather up your favorite scraps! This is an easy project that you could make for yourself or give away as a practical (and cute!) gift.

Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

This adorable kitty makes it easy to keep track of your keys wherever you go! It’s made with sport-weight yarn, but if you’d like to make it bigger, just try a thicker yarn. Don’t forget to check out all of the helpful tips and tricks included in the video tutorial for this pattern!

Designer: DIY Fluffies

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Schachenmayr Catania

Keep a few coins on you at all times with this handy crochet coin purse! This quick project is easy to make and uses just the chain stitch, slip stitch, and single crochet. Don’t forget to pick up a zipper, keyring, and piece of leather (optional) to add to your coin purse.

Designer: Blue Start Crochet

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

Tacos are good anytime, anywhere! Keep this mini taco with you at all times by attaching it to your keychain or backpack. It’s quick to make and great for using up your extra scrap yarn.

Designer: Green Fox Farms Designs

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

This mini keychain purse is ideal for holding small items such as credit cards, earbuds, hand sanitizer, and more. It’s easy to make and measures approximately 4” x 2.5”. This would be a great gift for a friend, parent, sibling, or neighbor!

Designer: Jo to the World Creations

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Loops & Threads Impeccable

This easy keychain holder with magnetic snaps is perfect for keeping track of your keys inside of your purse and for protecting your other items from getting scratched. If you don’t want to keep it in your purse, you can also use the keychain to attach it to a belt loop. It’s made with the chain, slip stitch, single crochet, and Turkish star stitch.

Designer: Nicki’s Homemade Crafts

Yarn weight: Bulky

Suggested yarn: Bernat Maker Home Dec

Think cozy thoughts with this tiny sweater keychain pattern! You could also give this away to a friend or loved one as a reminder that you’re always there for a hug! This pattern is best for advanced beginners or intermediates. 

Designer: Stitch by Fay

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

Isn’t this adorable fox just the cutest? Even better, it also doubles as a practical spot to store your lip balm right there on your keychain. You’ll need to know basic crochet stitches as well as basic embroidery techniques for this project. 

Designer: Banga Vaicekauskienė

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Alize Bahar

Whether new friends are moving in or old friends are moving out, this adorable housewarming gift is the perfect way to say hello or goodbye. To make this pattern, you’ll need to make two houses and then seam them together. Get creative with your embroidering and embellishments to make this crocheted keychain gift your own!

Designer: Studio Madelaine

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

This super simple key fob uses basic stitches and is a great beginner project. Use one, two, or three colors to personalize this project to your preferences! These would be great to make for craft shows or to give away to friends.

Designer: Whistle & Ivy

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Comfy Worsted

Cluck cluck! Make this chicken keychain for yourself or for a farm-loving friend! For a whole family of chickens, just adjust your yarn size and make a few birds of differing heights.

Designer: Mariska Vos-Bolman

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Schachenmayr Catania Solids

For this cute and quick pattern, you’ll need to know how to work the chain, slip stitch, single crochet, and herringbone half double crochet. This two-tone cardholder snaps together and is perfect for keeping your important items safe.

Designer: A Knotty Habit Designs

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

These whimsical owls are quick to make and a bit addicting, too! This colorful design lends well to using up your favorite pieces of scrap yarn and extra buttons. These would be perfect to whip up for your next craft show!

Designer: Yarn Artists

Yarn weight: Aran

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice