How to Crochet a Mini Amigurumi Fish Keychain – Easy Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a quick and fun crochet project? This mini amigurumi fish keychain is a perfect choice for beginners and seasoned crafters alike! It’s cute, colorful, and takes very little time to complete. Follow the simple steps below and create your own handmade keychain charm in no time!

✨ What You’ll Need

• Cotton yarn in 2–3 colors (light blue, white, pink, etc.)
• 2.0 mm or 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Stitch marker
• Yarn needle
• Keychain ring
• Small amount of fiberfill stuffing
• Optional: safety eyes or black embroidery thread

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – Magic Ring
• sc – single crochet
• inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
• sl st – slip stitch
• ch – chain

🐠 Crochet Fish Body

Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)

Round 2: inc x6 (12)

Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)

Rounds 4–6: sc in each stitch (18)

Round 7: (sc, dec) x6 (12)

Round 8: dec x6 (6)

→ Stuff gently with fiberfill

→ Fasten off and sew the hole closed.

🐟 Crochet Fish Tail

Row 1: ch 5

Row 2: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (4)

Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc across (4)

→ Make 2 identical pieces and sew them together to form a little tail

→ Attach to the back of the fish body

👁️ Eyes & Details

• Sew or glue small safety eyes on the head
• Alternatively, embroider tiny black eyes with thread
• Add pink blush with a fabric crayon or blush powder for a cute effect

🔑 Turn It Into a Keychain

• Insert a key ring or lobster clasp on top of the fish
• Reinforce it with extra stitches to keep it secure

🧡 Why You’ll Love This Crochet Project

• Beginner-friendly
• Great use for scrap yarn
• Fast to finish (30–45 minutes!)
• Perfect gift idea for birthdays, parties, or craft fairs

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