Making a crochet amigurumi long ear bunny keychain is a fun and rewarding project! In this adventure, you'll use simple crochet techniques to bring a cute, tiny bunny to life. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned crocheters, this little project lets you add a personalized touch to your keys or make a thoughtful handmade gift.
Crochet Amigurumi Long Ear Bunny Keychain
Materials Needed:
- Milk cotton yarn
- 3 mm crochet hook
Pattern Overview:
Magic Circle:
- Start with a magic circle.
Round 1:
- Chain 1 to secure the magic circle. Work 6 single crochets (sc) into the circle.
Round 2:
- Chain 1, then work 2 sc into each stitch around for a total of 12 sc.
In Round 3:
- Chain 1, 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the following stitch. Repeat from to around. You should end with 18 sc.
Round 4:
- Chain 1, then follow a pattern of 1 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the following stitch. Repeat from to around for a total of 24 sc.
Round 5:
- Chain 1. Work 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, then 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat this sequence around for a total of 30 sc.
After Round 6:
- Chain 1. 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat from to around to get 36 sc.
Body Continuation (Rounds 7-10):
- One sc in each stitch around without any increases, maintaining 36 sc in each round.
Shaping the Body:
Round 11:
- Chain 1. 1 sc in each of the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat from to around for a total of 42 sc.
Rounds 12 and 13:
- One sc in each stitch around, keeping at 42 sc.
Beginning the Decrease:
Round 14:
- Chain 1. 1 sc in each of the next 5 stitches, then decrease over the next two stitches by working them together. Repeat from \to around to bring your stitch count down to 36 sc.
Round 15:
- Chain 1. 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, then perform a decrease over the next two stitches. Repeat around to reduce to 30 sc.
After Round 16:
- Start this round with a chain 1, then 3 sc, following a decrease over the next two stitches. Repeat around to reduce to 24 sc.
Round 17:
- Chain 1, 2 sc, then a decrease. Repeat this sequence around to decrease to 18 sc.
Facial Features & Stuffing:
- At this point, attach the eyes and sew the nose as desired, usually after the tenth round for eye placement.
- Finish stuffing the bunny's body.
Finishing the Body:
Continue with Round 18:
- decreasing every two stitches across to get down to 12 sc.
Round 19:
- involves decreasing over every two stitches around, leaving 6 sc.
Closing the Head:
- Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread this tail onto a yarn needle.
- Run the needle through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches, pull tight to close the hole, and secure your end.
Ears (Make 2):
- Start by creating a slip knot and chaining 15.
- Skip one chain and start with 4 sc, then follow the pattern of 3 half double crochets, 4 double crochets, finishing the row with increases and variations as per the details you provided to shape the ear.
- Repeat on the other side to mirror the pattern, ensuring to make two ears.
Finishing Touches:
- Sew the ears onto the bunny at the appropriate height.
- Optional: Add a knitted bow or any other decoration desired.
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