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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

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