Are you looking for a quick, beginner-friendly amigurumi project that turns heads and spreads smiles? This amigurumi caterpillar keychain is just the right mix of cute and practical! Perfect for backpacks, gift bags, or even spring-themed decor, this mini project works up fast and is great for using up leftover yarn.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
- Easy and quick to make — ideal for beginners
- Great scrap yarn project
- Perfect for keychains, bag charms, or small gifts
- Colorful and fun design for all ages
🧵 Materials:
- Cotton yarn in 4 colors (head + 3 body segments)
- Crochet hook (2.0–2.5 mm)
- Safety eyes or black thread
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Keyring and chain
- Yarn needle
📐 Size:
Approx. 5–7 cm (2–2.75 in) depending on yarn and hook size.
🔹 Abbreviations:
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
- ch – chain
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- FO – fasten off
- MR – magic ring
🧶 Pattern Instructions
1.
Head (Color A):
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR
Rnd 2: inc in all sts (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4–6: sc in all sts (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 4–5
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff the head
Rnd 8: dec x6 (6), FO and close.
- Body Segments (Make 3 in different colors):
Repeat the head pattern without eyes.
- Antennae (Make 2):
Ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 3 chs
FO and sew to head.
- Assembly:
Sew the 3 body balls behind the head.
Attach the keyring through the last segment or head.
Add embroidered smile or cheeks if desired.
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You may also like:
• Easy Amigurumi Heart Pattern
• Free Amigurumi Star Keychain Tutorial
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📄 You can download the full crochet pattern as a printable PDF here:
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More Free Amigurumi Patterns from Amyliva Handmade:
[Mini Cat Pattern – Easy & Cute]
[Ladybug Amigurumi Free Tutorial]
[Cactus Crochet Pattern – No Sew!
Disclaimer:
This crochet pattern is for personal use only. Please do not copy, distribute, or sell the pattern as your own. You are welcome to sell finished items made from this pattern, but please give credit to Amyliva Handmade as the designer. Thank you for respecting handmade creators!
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