Crochet Tiger With Slinging Tail Keychain
Have you ever seen anything as adorable as a Crochet Tiger With Slinging Tail Keychain? This little accessory is not only cute but also incredibly practical. With its vibrant colors and playful design, it adds a fun touch to your keys or bag. The detailed crochet work gives it a unique look that is sure to make you smile every time you use it. Plus, the slinging tail adds a whimsical charm that sets it apart from your average keychain. It's the perfect way to add a touch of personality to your everyday items and spread some joy wherever you go!
Materials:
- Yarn (Yellow, White, and Black)
- Crochet hook matching the yarn size
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
- Cotton stuffing
Abbreviations:
- MR: Magic Ring
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- ch: Chain
Body:
Round 1:
Create a Magic Ring (MR).
Crochet 6 sc into the MR. [6 stitches]
Pull the yarn to close the loop.
Round 2:
sc into the first stitch and mark this stitch.
sc again into the same first stitch (1 inc).
Inc in each remaining stitch around. [12 stitches]
Round 3:
sc into the first stitch and mark this stitch.
Inc in the second stitch.
sc in the next stitch, inc in the following; repeat around. [18 stitches]
Round 4:
sc into the first stitch and mark this stitch.
sc in the second stitch.
Inc in the third stitch.
sc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the following stitch; repeat around. [24 stitches]
Round 5:
sc into the first stitch and mark this stitch.
sc in each stitch around. [24 stitches]
Round 6:
sc into each stitch around. [24 stitches]
Round 7:
sc in the first 8 stitches, mark the first stitch.
Bobble stitch in the next stitch:
Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, repeat 3 more times.
Yarn over, pull through all 5 loops.
sc in the next stitch, switch to white yarn.
sc in the next 4 stitches.
Switch back to yellow yarn.
sc in the next stitch.
Bobble stitch in the following stitch.
sc in each remaining stitch to end the round. [24 stitches]
Round 8:
sc in the first 10 stitches, mark the first stitch.
Switch to white yarn.
sc in the next 4 stitches.
Switch back to yellow yarn.
sc in each remaining stitch to end of the round. [24 stitches]
Round 9:
Same as Round 8.
Round 10:
sc in the first 9 stitches, mark the first stitch.
Bobble stitch in the next stitch, switch to white yarn.
sc in the next 4 stitches.
Switch back to yellow yarn.
Bobble stitch in the following stitch.
sc in each remaining stitch to end the round. [24 stitches]
Round 11:
sc in the first stitch, mark the first stitch.
Dec stitch in the next stitch.
sc in the next stitch, dec in the following stitch; repeat around. [16 stitches]
Round 12:
sc in the first stitch, mark the first stitch.
Dec in the next stitch, sc in the following; repeat around. [12 stitches]
Stuff cotton inside.
Round 13:
Dec stitch around. [6 stitches]
Leave a piece of yarn and cut. Fasten off to close.
Ears (make 2):
Round 1:
Create a MR.
Crochet 5 sc into the MR. [5 stitches]
Leave a long piece of yarn and cut it. Pull to close the loop.
Round 2:
Insert hook through any stitch, pull up black yarn, chain 1.
sc into the current stitch.
Inc in the next stitch.
sc in the next stitch, inc in the following; repeat around. [8 stitches]
Leave a short piece of yarn and cut it. Hide excess yarn inside.
Tail:
Round 1:
Create a MR.
sc 6 stitches into the MR. [6 stitches]
Pull the yarn to close the loop and make a sl st in the first stitch.
Round 2:
Chain 1.
Inc in each stitch around. [12 stitches]
Sl st into the first stitch to close.
Round 3:
Chain 1.
sc in the first 2 stitches.
Inc in the third stitch.
sc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the following; repeat around. [16 stitches]
Sl st into the first stitch.
Rounds 4-5:
Chain 1.
sc around. [16 stitches in round 4 & 5]
Change to yellow yarn.
Round 6:
sc in the first 2 stitches.
Dec stitch in the following.
sc in the next 2 stitches, dec in the following; repeat around. [12 stitches]
Rounds 7-8:
sc in the first stitch.
Dec stitch in the following.
sc in the next stitch, dec in the following; repeat around. [6 stitches]
Change to black yarn and cut off the yellow.
Rounds 9-10:
sc in each stitch around. [6 stitches]
Round 11:
sc in the first stitch.
Dec stitch in the following.
sc in the next stitch, dec in the following; repeat around. [4 stitches]
Round 12:
sc in each stitch around. [4 stitches]
Stuff the tail with a bit of cotton.
Assembly:
Sew the ears to the top of the head.
Attach the tail to the back.
That’s it! You have your crocheted tiger keychain. Enjoy your crafting!