Carry a tiny piece of cuteness with this crochet hamburger keychain pattern perfect for transforming accessories into something unique & fun.
Brighten up your day with a fun and charming handmade creation that’s full of personality. This adorable crochet hamburger keychain pattern, complete with layers of a soft bun, lettuce, cheese, and a patty, all crocheted with care. Its small and detailed design makes it perfect for personal use or as a thoughtful gift for someone special.
Crochet Hamburger Keychain Pattern for Handmade Gifts
You can use it to decorate your keys, clip it to your bag, or add it as a cheerful touch to your workspace. The beauty of this tiny project lies in the joy it brings, reminding us that even the simplest things can make a big difference. Easy to create and absolutely delightful to behold, it’s sure to bring smiles and compliments wherever it goes. Let this little gem add a burst of creativity and happiness to your life!
Materials Needed
- Yarn:
- Brown yarn (Top Bun, Bottom Bun, Beef Patty)
- Yellow yarn (Cheese Slice)
- Red yarn (Tomato Slice)
- Green yarn (Lettuce)
- Cotton stuffing
- Hook Size: 2.0mm crochet hook
- Accessories:
- Yarn needle (for sewing and weaving ends)
- Scissors
Key Abbreviations (US Terminology)
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – Chain
- sc – Single Crochet
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- hdc – Half Double Crochet
- inc – Increase (two stitches in the same stitch)
- dec – Decrease
- BLO – Back Loop Only
Special Notes
- The project uses continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch in each round.
- Pay attention to the back loop-only stitches for the buns to maintain structure.
- All ingredients (bun, patty, lettuce, tomato, and cheese) are crocheted separately and assembled at the end.
Step-by-Step Pattern
Top Bun
Step 1:
- Start with MR using brown yarn.
- Round 1: Work 6 sc into the MR. Pull the ring tight to close. (6 sts)
- Sl st to the first sc to join. Ch 1.
Step 2:
- Round 2: Work 1 inc in each stitch. (12 sts)
- Sl st to the first sc. Ch 1.
Step 3:
- Round 3: Work [1 sc, 1 inc], repeat 6 times. (18 sts)
- Sl st to the first sc. Ch 1.
Step 4:
- Round 4: Work [2 sc, 1 inc], repeat 6 times. (24 sts)
- Sl st to the first sc. Ch 1.
Step 5:
- Rounds 5-6: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (24 sts per round)
- Slip stitch to join at the end of Round 6. Ch 1.
Step 6:
- Round 7: Work 1 sc in BLO for all stitches. (24 sts)
- Sl st to the first sc to join. Ch 1.
Step 7:
- Round 8: Work [2 sc, 1 dec], repeat 6 times. (18 sts)
- Sl st to the first sc. Ch 1.
Step 8:
- Stuff the bun piece with cotton fiberfill.
- Round 9: Work 9 dec. (9 sts)
- Sl st to join.
Closing:
- Use the yarn needle to pick up front loops from the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the opening. Weave in the ends.
Cheese Slice
Step 1:
- Start with a foundation chain using yellow yarn. Ch 6.
Step 2:
- Row 1: Begin from the second chain from the hook. Work 5 sc. Ch 1, turn.
- Rows 2-6: Work 5 sc in each row. Ch 1, turn.
Step 3:
- After completing 6 rows, crochet around the edges:
- First edge: Work 4 sc along the side.
- At each corner stitch, work 3 sc to form rounded edges.
- Continue working sc along all sides, ensuring 3 sc at every corner stitch.
Step 4:
- Repeat for two more rounds, ensuring evenly spaced stitches.
Step 5:
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to finish. Weave in any loose ends.
Beef Patty & Tomato Slice
The beef patty and tomato slice are crocheted the same.
Step 1:
- Start with MR using the corresponding color (brown for patty, red for tomato).
- Round 1: Work 6 sc into MR. Pull tight to close. Sl st to join, and Ch 1.
Step 2:
- Round 2: Work 1 inc in each stitch. (12 sts)
- Sl st to join. Ch 1.
Step 3:
- Round 3: Work [1 sc, 1 inc], repeat 6 times. (18 sts)
- Sl st to join. Ch 1.
Step 4:
- Round 4: Work [2 sc, 1 inc], repeat 6 times. (24 sts)
- Slip stitch to join. Weave in the ends.
Lettuce
Step 1:
- Start MR using green yarn.
- Round 1: Work 15 hdc in MR. Pull tight to close. Sl st to join. Ch 1.
Step 2:
- Round 2: Work **1 inc (2 hdc) in each stitch. (30 sts)
- Sl st to join. Ch 1.
Step 3:
- Round 3 (Frilly Edge): Work [ch 3, 1 sc] in each stitch around. (30 sets)
- Slip stitch to the first sc and fasten off.
Bottom Bun
Repeat the same process as the Top Bun through Round 6.
Additional Step:
For Round 7, work 24 sc in BLO. This creates the flat bottom structure for the hamburger.
Assembly
- Stack Ingredients:
- Place the bottom bun flat.
- Stack the lettuce, tomato slice, beef patty, and cheese slice on top.
- Add the stuffed top bun over the layers.
- Sew Layers Together:
- Use the tail from the bottom bun to sew the layers securely together. Adjust and align edges for a neat finish.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You’ve successfully created your mini hamburger. This playful and whimsical crochet design is perfect as a decoration, keychain accessory, or small gift.
Pattern Corrections
- Double-check the stitch count in each round, especially for the bun’s decrease rounds, as these can be tricky.
- Ensure corners of the cheese slice are evenly spaced for neat edges.
Tips
- For added realism, switch to variegated yarn for the beef patty or lettuce to mimic texture.
- To avoid gaps, firmly stuff the buns and arrange the cheese slice and lettuce evenly before sewing.
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