Bold Crochet Octopus Keychain Pattern to Customize Your Keys

Share happiness with this crochet octopus keychain pattern perfect for decorating your keys bags or gifting to loved ones for any occasion.

Who doesn’t love adorable tiny creations that make everything around them more cheerful and fun? A cute crochet octopus keychain is not just a piece of decoration, it’s a little friend you can carry wherever you go. It adds charm to your bags, purses, backpacks, or even hangs delightfully on your keys. Imagine gifting it to your friends or family and watching their faces light up with joy. This tiny octopus is soft playful and can be customized in any color you like to match your style or mood.

Cool Crochet Octopus Keychain Pattern for Your Daily Accessories

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The crochet octopus keychain pattern is simple and beginner-friendly making it a perfect project for those who love quick project. You can even sell this little creation at crochet fairs and online shops as they are super popular with all ages. Affordable delightful and so easy to make this cute project is perfect for passing the time and creating joy.

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Materials List

Yarn:

• 2-ply yarn in two shades of yellow (light and dark) or colors of your choice.

Crochet Hook:

• 2 mm hook

Other Tools:

• Stuffing: Cotton or fiberfill to shape the octopus.
• Needle: For sewing and joining parts.
• Beads: To make eyes (optional; safety eyes can also be used).
• Glue Gun: For optional attachment of beads.
• Scissors: To trim yarn and thread.

Key Abbreviations

• MR: Magic Ring
• ch: Chain
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• sc: Single Crochet
• dc: Double Crochet
• blo: Back Loop Only
• inc: Increase (two single crochets in the same stitch).
• dec: Decrease (crochet two stitches together).

Special Notes

1. This project features a 3D octopus with detailed petals on the bottom and added bead eyes for decoration.
2. The body is worked in rounds, with regular back loop only stitches used to create layering for decoration.
3. Tight, consistent stitches are important to retain the shape.
4. It’s recommended to use contrasting shades carefully for petals and body details.

Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern

Step 1: Body

Rounds 1–3:

1. Round 1:
   • Start with a Magic Ring (MR).
   • Work 6 sc into the ring, then pull tight. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (6 sts).
2. Round 2:
   • Ch 1. Work 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 sts).
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3. Round 3:
   • Ch 1. Alternate 2 sc in the first stitch, 1 sc in the next stitch around. (18 sts).

Rounds 4–5:

4. Round 4:
   • Ch 1. Alternate 2 sc in the first stitch, 1 sc in the next 2 stitches around. (24 sts).
5. Rounds 5–7:
   • Work 1 sc in each stitch around for three rounds. (24 sts per round).

Round 8:

6. Begin decreasing: Alternate 2 sc in two chains, dec around. Continue this pattern (20 sts).
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Round 9 – Back Loop Only:

7. Work the entire round in blo (Back Loop Only).
   • Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo, then dec in blo, alternating around.
   • Front loops will remain for later use (to add petals).

Rounds 10–11 – Closing the Body:

8. Round 10:
   • Fill the body with stuffing (fiberfill or cotton) for shape.
   • Alternate 1 sc, dec around. (12 sts).
9. Round 11:
   • Decrease across all stitches until the hole is closed.
   • Fasten off and weave in the ends.
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Step 2: Bottom Petals (Decoration)

Using the front loops left from Round 9, create a circular petal design:

1. Petal Formation:
   • Begin with 3 ch at any front loop.
   • Work 2 dc into the same front loop space.
2. Transition:
   • Ch 2, then sl st into the next front loop.
3. Repeating:
   • Work 3 ch, 2 dc, 2 ch, and sl st into the next front loop to form the next petal.
4. Complete Circle:
   • Repeat this pattern until all front loops have petals.
5. Finish:
   • Sl st into the base of the first petal. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Step 3: Hat

1. Start:
   • Create a slip knot and ch 4. Skip the first chain.
2. Work DCs:
   • Into the next chain, work 3 dc.
3. Building Layers:
   • Ch 3, then sl st into the same space to form the base.
4. Repeat for multiple rounds to form a small hat.
5. Attach:
   • Using a needle, sew the hat to the octopus between Round 2 and 3.

Step 4: Decorative Eyes

1. Beads:
   • Secure 2 beads onto the face area using thread or a glue gun.
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Conclusion

Congratulations! You've completed your crocheted octopus. This adorable creature is perfect as a decorative amigurumi or a special gift. Experiment with colors and make each creation unique.

Pattern Correction

If stitch counts during rounds deviate, adjust increases and decreases accordingly. Pay attention to the front loops in Round 9 for creating petals later in Step 2.

Tip

1. Customization: Consider switching colors for petals and hats to make the octopus look even more vibrant.
2. Cleaning Bead Eyes: Ensure beads are firmly attached if gifting to children. Safety eyes may be a better option for secure attachment.
3. Experiment: Add facial embellishments like smiles or embroidery stitches for extra personality.