Crochet Turtle Keychain
How adorable are crochet turtle keychains! These charming little creations bring a touch of whimsy and personality to your keys or bags. With their intricate patterns and cute design, they make delightful gifts for friends or a fun accessory for yourself. Whether you're a crochet enthusiast or simply love unique trinkets, a crochet turtle keychain is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you use it. Plus, they're perfect for adding a pop of color and charm to your everyday essentials. Who knew a tiny turtle could bring so much joy!
Head (Green Yarn)
Round 1: Magic ring with 8 single crochet (sc)
Round 2: 8 increases (16 sc total)
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (24 sc total)
Round 4: 1 sc, 1 inc, then (2 sc, 1 inc) x 7, then 1 sc (32 sc total)
Round 5: 32 sc
Round 6: (3 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (40 sc total)
Rounds 7-14: 40 sc
Round 15: (3 sc, 1 decrease (dec)) x 8 (32 sc total)
Round 16: (2 sc, 1 dec) x 8 (24 sc total)
Stuff the head
Round 17: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 8 (16 sc total)
Rounds 18-23: 16 sc
Close the opening: Fold and single crochet across 8 stitches, taking one stitch from each side
Fasten off, leaving a small tail
Front Fins (Green Yarn) – Make 2
Round 1: Magic ring with 7 sc
Round 2: 7 inc (14 sc total)
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 7 (21 sc total)
Round 4: (2 sc, 1 inc) x 7 (28 sc total)
Round 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) x 7 (35 sc total)
Close the opening: Fold and single crochet across
Chain 1, turn, 4 sc
Chain 1, turn, 4 sc
Fasten off, leaving a small tail
Back Fins (Green Yarn) – Make 2
Round 1: Magic ring with 7 sc
Round 2: 7 inc (14 sc total)
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 7 (21 sc total)
Round 4: (2 sc, 1 inc) x 7 (28 sc total)
Close the opening: Fold and single crochet across
Chain 1, turn, 4 sc
Chain 1, turn, 4 sc
Fasten off, leaving a small tail
Tail (Green Yarn)
Round 1: Magic ring with 6 sc
Rounds 2-5: 6 sc
Close the opening: Fold and single crochet across 2 stitches
Fasten off, leaving a small tail
Do not stuff
Carapace (Brown Yarn)
Round 1: Magic ring with 8 sc
Round 2: 8 inc (16 sc total)
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (24 sc total)
Round 4: 1 sc, 1 inc, then (2 sc, 1 inc) x 7, then 1 sc (32 sc total)
Round 5: 32 sc
Round 6: (3 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (40 sc total)
Round 7: 40 sc
Round 8: (9 sc, 1 inc) x 4 (44 sc total)
Rounds 9-11: 44 sc
Decorative edge (front loop only): Slip stitch into next front loop
(3 half double crochet (hdc) in next front loop, skip 1 stitch, sl st in next front loop) repeat around
Fasten off, leaving a small tail
Carapace Base (Green Yarn)
Round 1: Magic ring with 8 sc
Round 2: 8 inc (16 sc total)
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (24 sc total)
Round 4: 1 sc, 1 inc, then (2 sc, 1 inc) x 7, then 1 sc (32 sc total)
Round 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (40 sc total)
Round 6: (9 sc, 1 inc) x 4 (44 sc total)
Round 7: 44 sc
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing
Assembly
Attach carapace to base: Sew together using remaining front loops and stitches of base
Attach head: Sew head to carapace base, aligning the 8 closed neck stitches
Attach front fins: Sew 4 stitches for each fin
Attach back fins: Sew 4 stitches for each fin
Attach tail: Sew 2 stitches
Stuff the body
Secure the head with extra stitches to firm it
Eyes (White Yarn) – Make 2
Round 1: Magic ring with 8 sc
Round 2: 8 inc (16 sc total)
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (24 sc total)
Slip stitch to next stitch
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing
Eye Detail (Black Yarn)
Embroider a line between rounds 2 and 3
Secure with glue
Attach eyes between rounds 5 and 12 of the head
Flower (Yellow and Pink Yarn)
Center (Yellow): Magic ring with 5 sc, close and slip stitch to first stitch, fasten off
Petals (Pink) – Make 5:
Chain 6
In 3rd chain from hook: 1 hdc
Next chain: 1 hdc
Next chain: 1 sc
Last chain: 1 sc, chain 2, 1 sc in same chain
Other side of chain: 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 hdc
Slip stitch to first petal stitch, fasten off
Sew petals to yellow center
Glue flower to turtle’s head
Keychain Ring Attachment
Using brown yarn, sew the keychain ring to the top center of the carapace
Secure with multiple stitches and hide ends inside the work