Smiles come easy with crochet pig keyring pattern perfect for gifting or personal keepsakes and sure to add playful charm to any accessory.
Small and cute hanging on your bag or keys this tiny friend makes every day a little brighter. Soft and round with a happy face crochet pig keyring pattern brings joy to everyone who sees it. You can use it on your keychain backpack purse or even as a tiny gift for someone special. Bright colors and soft yarn make every pig fun to hold and play with.
Miniature Crochet Pig Keyring Pattern for Pocket-Sized Cuteness
Making one is easy and fun so you can have as many as you like for yourself or to share with friends. The crochet pig keyring pattern lets you choose your favorite colors and add little touches for your own style. Each pig makes your things easy to spot and adds a smile to your day. Children and adults both love this cute keyring and it is perfect for parties small prizes or just a little treat for yourself.
Materials
- Yarn: Plush (chunky/blanket) yarn in light pink (main color)
For nose: Light pink double knitting (DK) yarn
For eyes: DMC Pearl Cotton Thread Size 8 (or black embroidery thread/felt) - Hook: 4.5 mm for plush yarn; 3.5 mm for DK yarn (nose)
- Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry/Embroidery Needle
- Scissors
- Key Ring/Fob Hardware
- Optional: Felt (for eyes)
Key Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| inc | increase (2 sc in same st) |
| dec | decrease (single crochet 2 sts together) |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| MR | magic ring/circle |
| YO | yarn over |
All terminology is US Standard
Special Notes
- Work piggy head in continuous rounds (do not join, use stitch marker).
- Use invisible decreases for a neater finish.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Piggy Head/Body
R1: Magic Ring
- Make a magic ring.
- Work 6 sc in MR. (6 sts)
R2: Increase
- 2 sc in each st around (inc in each st). (12)
R3:
- (1 sc in first st, 2 sc in next st), repeat around. (18)
R4:
- (1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st), repeat around. (24)
R5:
- (1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st), repeat around. (30)
R6–R11: Work Even
- Sc in each st around for 6 rounds. (30 sts each round)
R12: Start Decreasing
- (Sc in 3 sts, invisible dec), repeat around. (24)
R13:
- (Sc in 2 sts, invisible dec), repeat. (18)
R14:
- (Sc in 1 st, invisible dec), repeat. (12)
- Stuff firmly with fiberfill.
R15: Final Decreases
- Invisible dec x6. (6)
- FO. Leave long tail for closing.
- Sew the opening closed by weaving yarn tail through front loops of remaining sts and pull tight.
- Hide the yarn tail inside the body.
Ears (Make 2)
- From the center top of head, count 3 sts to the side for ear placement.
- Insert hook, pull up pink plush yarn.
- Ch 2, dc in same st.
- Skip 1 st, sl st in next st to anchor the ear.
- FO and weave in ends.
Repeat symmetrically on the other side.
Nose
- With DK light pink yarn and 3.5 mm hook:
- Ch 5.
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook:
Sc in next 3, 3 sc in last ch (turn to work along other side of foundation).
Sc in next 2, 2 sc in last ch.
(Complete oval; total 10 sc). - Sl st to first sc to join.
- FO, leaving long tail for sewing.
Nose Detail:
- With DMC pearl cotton/black embroidery thread, sew 2 vertical lines as nostrils.
Attach Nose
- Sew the nose securely to the center front of the piggy face, using the long yarn end.
Eyes
Two options:
- Embroidered Eyes: Use black DMC pearl cotton or embroidery thread to stitch two small ovals/circles above the nose.
- Felt Eyes: Cut small black circles from felt and glue or sew in place.
Assembly
- Attach Key Ring:
- Carefully secure a key ring/fob through several stitches at the top of the piggy.
- Hide & secure all yarn tails inside the piggy head.
Conclusion
This adorable plush piggy key ring works up quickly and is perfect for gifts, party favors, or using up leftover plush yarn. The invisible decreases and continuous rounds ensure a smooth shape. Don’t hesitate to personalize with different colors or sizes.
Pattern Correction & Tips
- Correction: Pattern will yield a head about palm-sized when using plush yarn and correct hook. Adjust stitch/row counts as needed for different yarn weights.
- Tip: Use invisible decrease (front loop only of next 2 sts, yo, pull through both loops, yo, pull through 2) to avoid gaps, especially with plush yarn.
- For neat embroidery, sketch nostril and eye positions first with a washable marker or pin.
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