Looking for a fun and functional crochet project? This crochet cupcake keychain pattern is the perfect blend of adorable and practical. Whether you're new to amigurumi or a seasoned crocheter, this project works up quickly and makes a great handmade gift or accessory.
Crochet Cupcake Keychain
Featuring a cherry on top, textured frosting, and a scalloped edge, this miniature cupcake is bursting with personality. It can be customized with your favorite yarn colors and easily attached to a bag, backpack, or keys. With clear step-by-step instructions, you'll enjoy crafting this sweet little accessory from start to finish.
Materials
- 4-ply yarn (red, pink, beige)
- 2.5mm crochet hook
- Stitch marker
- Poly-fil stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
Crocheting the Cherry (Red Yarn)
- Round 1: Magic ring with 6 sc
- Round 2: (2sc) x 6 times (12 stitches)
- Round 3: sc all around (12 stitches)
- Round 4: dec around (6 stitches)
For Crocheting the Cupcake Top (Pink Yarn)
- Round 5: Front loop only, (inc) x 6 times (12 stitches)
- Round 6: (sc, inc) x 6 (18 stitches)
- Round 7: (2sc, inc) x 6 (24 stitches)
- Round 8: (3sc, inc) x 6 (30 stitches)
- Round 9: (4sc, inc) x 6 (36 stitches)
- Rounds 10–13: sc around (36 stitches)
- Round 14: Front loop only, (skip 1, 3dc in next stitch, slst) x 10
Crocheting the Cupcake Bottom (Beige Yarn)
- Round 15: Chain 1, sc around
- Rounds 16–17: Back loop only, sc around (36 stitches)
- Round 18: (4sc, dec) x 6 (30 stitches)
- Rounds 19–20: sc around (30 stitches)
- Round 21: Back loop only, (3sc, dec) x 6 (24 stitches)
- Round 22: (2sc, dec) x 6 (18 stitches)
- Round 23: (sc, dec) x 6 (12 stitches)
- Stuff with poly-fil
- Slst, fasten off, and sew the hole closed
Finishing Touches
- Sew eyes and mouth with black yarn
- Trim and hide extra yarn
- Chain 50–60 for the strap
- Attach strap to the cherry’s center using a needle
- Tie securely and hide the knot
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