Easy Amigurumi Scarecrow Keychain – Free Crochet Pattern

This adorable Amigurumi Scarecrow Keychain embodies the charm and warmth of autumn. Hand-crocheted with intricate details, it features a classic scarecrow design with a brown hat, green shirt, blue pants, and playful yellow straw accents. Perfect as a personal accessory or a heartfelt gift, this finished piece is a testament to the joy of handmade crafts and the spirit of the harvest season.

Introduction: Carry the Magic of Autumn in Your Pocket

Hello, crafting enthusiasts!

Amigurumi — the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed toys — has become one of the most beloved hobbies of recent years. These tiny, soulful creations, filled with love in every stitch, are both wonderful handmade gifts and adorable accessories to personalize your daily items.

Today, we’ll make a tiny Amigurumi Scarecrow Keychain, inspired by the cheerful guardian of the fields. Perfect for the autumn and harvest season, this crochet scarecrow keychain pattern is both beginner-friendly and relaxing for experienced crocheters.

We’ll use simple techniques to create a colorful mini scarecrow that fits perfectly in your hand or on your bag.

Let’s grab our yarn and hook, and get started!

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Materials Needed and Important Tips

Material List:

  • Amigurumi Yarn: Brown (Hat), Skin Tone (Head), Green (Shirt), Blue/Navy (Pants), Yellow (Straw Details), Orange (Nose)
  • Crochet Hook: 2.0 mm – 2.5 mm
  • Safety Eyes: 6 mm or 8 mm
  • Polyester Fiberfill (Stuffing)
  • Keychain Ring
  • Tapestry Needle, Scissors, and Stitch Marker

Amigurumi Tips:

  • Crochet tightly to prevent stuffing from showing through.
  • Always start with a Magic Ring (MR) for clean, hole-free centers.
  • Use a Stitch Marker to keep track of rounds, especially when crocheting in continuous spirals.

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Essential Amigurumi Abbreviations

  • MR: Magic Ring
  • SC: Single Crochet
  • INC: Increase (2 SC in the same stitch)
  • DEC: Decrease (SC two stitches together)
  • CH: Chain
  • SL ST: Slip Stitch
  • (…) x N: Repeat the instructions in the parenthesis N times

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How to Crochet the Amigurumi Scarecrow Keychain

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Section 1: Head and Facial Details (Skin Tone Yarn)

The head is worked in a spiral. Do not SL ST at the end of the round.

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)
  2. 6 INC (12)
  3. (1 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (18)
  4. (2 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (24)
  5. (3 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (30)
  6. (4 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (36)
  7. (5 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (42)
  8. (6 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (48)
    9–16. 48 SC (48)

Face Details:

Insert safety eyes between rounds 12–13 (7–8 stitches apart).

With orange yarn, embroider a small triangular nose around round 11. Add a gentle smile with dark yarn two rows below the eyes.

Shaping:

  1. (6 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (42)
  2. (5 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (36)
  3. (4 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (30) – Begin stuffing.
  4. (3 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (24)
  5. (2 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (18)
  6. (1 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (12)
  7. 6 DEC (6)

Cut yarn long, close the top, and weave the end.

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Section 2: Body, Legs, and Arms (Green and Blue Yarn)

Body (Green Yarn):

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)
  2. 6 INC (12)
  3. (1 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (18)
  4. (2 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (24)
  5. (3 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (30)
  6. (4 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (36)
    7–10. 36 SC (36)
  7. (4 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (30)
    12–14. 30 SC (30)
  8. (3 SC, 1 DEC) x 6 (24)

Stuff the body and leave a long tail for sewing.

Legs (Blue Yarn) – Make 2:

  1. MR, 5 SC (5)
  2. 5 INC (10)
    3–6. 10 SC (10)
    Stuff lightly, sew to bottom of body.
    Tie short yellow yarn at leg ends to create straw detail.

Arms (Green Yarn) – Make 2:

  1. MR, 4 SC (4)
  2. 4 INC (8)
    3–7. 8 SC (8)
    Sew to body (around rounds 13–14).
    Add yellow yarn ends for straw detail.

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Section 3: The Scarecrow’s Hat (Brown Yarn)

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)
  2. 6 INC (12)
  3. (1 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (18)
  4. (2 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (24)
  5. (3 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (30)
  6. (4 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (36)
    7–9. 36 SC (36)

Brim:

Top Section:

10. (FLO) (5 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (42)

11. (6 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (48)

12. (7 SC, 1 INC) x 6 (54)

Cut yarn and weave in.

Final Touches:

Add short yellow yarn pieces around the head’s top edge for straw hair.

Embroider a small yellow X patch on the green shirt for extra detail.

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Finishing and Assembly

  • Sew the head firmly to the body.
  • Place the hat slightly tilted over the straw hair.
  • Attach the keychain ring securely to the top of the hat.

Care Tips:

Gently handwash with mild soap and cold water. Lay flat to dry. Avoid wringing or twisting.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How long does it take to make this keychain?

A1: Beginners may take 4–6 hours, while experienced crocheters can complete it in 2–3 hours.

Q2: Can I use different yarn types?

A2: Yes! Cotton or cotton-acrylic blends hold shape best. Thicker yarn will make a larger toy, not ideal for keychains.

Q3: How can I make sure the pieces don’t come apart?

A3: Use long yarn tails and a tapestry needle. Sew through both parts firmly several times.

Q4: Is this pattern beginner-friendly?

A4: Yes — it uses basic stitches (SC, INC, DEC). Just be careful with counting and tension since the pieces are small.

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Terms of Use

  1. Personal Use Only: You may make this for yourself, as a gift, or for charity.
  2. Selling Finished Items: Allowed, but please credit Pattern by AmyLiva Handmade.
  3. Pattern Distribution: Not allowed to share, translate, or sell the pattern in any form.
  4. Modifications: You can modify colors or details, but redistribution remains prohibited.

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Final Thoughts

Congratulations on completing your adorable Amigurumi Scarecrow Keychain!

This project captures the warmth and charm of autumn while letting you express your creativity.

✨ For more free amigurumi keychain patterns, tutorials, and crochet ideas, visit

👉 amyliva.com and explore other seasonal favorites like the Mini Amigurumi Bunny Pattern.

Amy Liva