Introduction

Crochet keychains are small, portable projects that make wonderful gifts, personal accessories, or even craft fair bestsellers. In this tutorial, we will create a charming crochet angel keychain with a blue dress, yellow trim, white wings, and a cute red bow.

This angel design is simple enough for beginners but looks impressive when finished. You’ll learn how to crochet in the round, make simple increases and decreases, and shape a dress, wings, and head. Once finished, you can attach a keyring or use it as a decorative ornament.

Let’s get started!

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies:

• Yarn (cotton recommended, size 2 or 3):
  1. Blue (for the dress and hat)
  2. White (for the head and wings)
  3. Yellow (for the trim on the hat)
  4. Red (for the bow tie/string)
• Hook: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm crochet hook (depending on your yarn thickness)
• Keyring: Any shape (the sample uses a silver heart-shaped keyring)
• Fiberfill stuffing: Small amount for the head
• Yarn needle: For sewing parts together and weaving in ends
• Scissors

Optional: Stitch marker (to mark the beginning of each round).

Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)

• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec = decrease (sc two stitches together)
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd = round

Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern

We will make the angel in separate parts: head, dress, hat, wings, and finishing bow. Then we’ll assemble everything together.

1. The Head (White)

Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, inc in next st) repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4–6: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)
Rnd 7: (Sc in next st, dec in next st) repeat around. (12 sts)
➡ Stuff lightly with fiberfill.
Rnd 8: Dec around until closed. (6 sts)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

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2. The Dress (Blue)

Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, inc in next st) repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st) repeat around. (24 sts)
Rnd 5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc in next st) repeat around. (30 sts)
Rnd 6: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc in next st) repeat around. (36 sts)
Rnd 7–15: Sc in each st around. (36 sts)
Fasten off and weave in ends.

The dress should look like a cone-shaped skirt.

3. The Hat (Blue with Yellow Trim)

Rnd 1: With blue, make a magic ring and work 6 sc. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, inc in next st) repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4–6: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)
Rnd 7: Switch to yellow yarn. Work (sc in each st, chain 1) around to form a decorative trim.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

4. The Wings (Make 2 in White)

Row 1: Ch 6. In 2nd ch from hook, work 1 sc, then 1 hdc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 sc in last st. (5 sts)
Fasten off and weave in ends.

Make two identical wings.

5. Assembly

1. Attach the Head to the Dress: Sew the head onto the top center of the blue dress. Make sure it sits securely.
2. Add the Hat: Place the blue/yellow hat on top of the head. Sew lightly in place or leave loose for a removable hat.
3. Sew on the Wings: Attach one wing on each side of the body, right below the head.
4. Add the Bow: With red yarn, make a small bow and tie it under the head.
5. Attach Keyring: Use a loop of yarn at the top of the hat to secure your keyring.

Finishing Touches

• Shape the Dress: Flatten the dress cone gently so it looks neat.
• Adjust the Bow: Make sure the bow sits in the front and tie it tightly.
• Check Security: Double-check all sewn parts so they won’t come loose during use.

Tips and Variations

• Color Variations: Try making different dress colors for variety (pink, purple, green).
• Holiday Theme: Use red and green for a Christmas angel or white and gold for a classic design.
• Decoration: Add tiny beads, sequins, or embroidery to the dress for extra sparkle.
• Gift Idea: These angels make lovely stocking stuffers, baptism keepsakes, or wedding favors.
• Alternative Uses: Instead of a keychain, you can add a ribbon loop and use it as a Christmas tree ornament.

Conclusion

Congratulations! 🎉 You’ve just completed your crochet angel keychain. This small but beautiful project is perfect for practicing basic crochet techniques while creating something meaningful and gift-worthy.

Whether you make one for yourself, a friend, or as part of a collection, this angel is sure to bring joy. Once you’re comfortable with the pattern, try experimenting with different yarns, sizes, and decorations to make each angel unique.