Gummy Bear Crochet Keychain

This gummy bear crochet keychain is a small, playful project that's quick to make and perfect for using up leftover yarn.

This keychain is beginner-friendly, fun to customize with bright colors, and makes a cute handmade gift or bag accessory.

Small crochet projects can be surprisingly satisfying, especially when they turn into something you can use every day.

A gummy bear crochet keychain is a small amigurumi-style accessory shaped like a cartoon bear, often made in bright colours and attached to a keyring. It's designed for fun, portability, and gifting.

Inspired by the classic gummy candy shape, this tiny crochet bear has a simple structure that keeps the project approachable for beginners.

It's a great scrap yarn project too, since the amount of yarn needed is minimal.

Bright colors work especially well here, giving the finished bear that playful candy-inspired look.

A handful of gummy bear crochet keychains can become a set of handmade gifts, party favors, or fun additions to craft fair tables.

They're also great for attaching to zipper pulls, bags, backpacks, or pencil cases for a bit of everyday charm.

It's the kind of crochet project you can take anywhere and finish in a short crafting session, making it ideal for relaxed evening crochet or quick weekend makes.

If you're a fan of crochet animals, you might also like to explore this chubby amigurumi chicken, or crochet turkey.

Why You'll Love This Pattern

• Small and quick project that works up fast
• Great scrap yarn or stash-busting crochet idea
• Beginner-friendly construction
• Fun and colorful finished result
• Perfect for handmade gifts or party favors
• Cute accessory for bags, backpacks, or keys
• Easy to make multiple in different colors

Project Snapshot

Skill Level: Beginner
Time Needed: Great quick crochet make. It took me about 20 minutes to make one.
Best For: Keychains, bag charms, gifts

Materials Needed

Yarn

• #3 light milk cotton or cotton blend yarn with 12-13 Wraps Per Inch (WPI)*
  • You will need about 0.42 ounces (12 grams) of yarn.

Hook

• 2.5 mm hook

Other

• Yarn needle
• Keychain Ring
• Fiberfill
• Scissors

*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.

Yarn and Hook Information

You can use any type of yarn you'd like - from cotton to cotton blends, and even acrylic yarn.

Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms

• Ch - Chain
• St/s - Stitch/es
• Sc - Single Crochet
• Bbl - Bobble Stitch (see special stitches below)
• Sc2tog - Single Crochet 2 Together (see special stithces below)
• Sl st - Slip Stitch
• FO - Fasten Off
• [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.

Special Stitches

Bobble Stitch (bbl)

1. Yarn over and insert hook into next st.
2. Yarn over and pull through.
3. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 until you have 6 loops on your hook.
5. Yarn over and pull through all loops on your hook. Completed bobble stitch. Tip: Push the completed bobble stitch forward towards you before you more on to the next stitch.

Single Crochet 2 Together (Sc2tog)

1. Insert your hook into the first stitch.
2. Yarn over and pull up a loop (2 loops on hook).
3. Insert hook into the next stitch.
4. Yarn over and pull up another loop (3 loops on hook).
5. Yarn over again and pull through all 3 loops.

Gauge

Gauge is not too important for this crochet bear keychain.

Emily's Notes

These are just fun, no pressure, no overthinking. Once you make one, it's easy to keep going in different colors, and each one ends up having its own personality.

Finished Size

The finished size of this gummy bear keychain is about 1.5 inches (3.80 cm) tall and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide.

Instructions

You will be working in continuous rounds.

Round 1: Make a magic ring, ch1 (doesn't count as a st), 6 sc into ring, pull tail tight to close ring. [6 sc].

Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. [12 sc].

Round 3: *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat from * 6 times. [18 sc].

Round 4: 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, 1 bbl in next st, 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st, 1 bbl in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st. [24 sts].

Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration

• Use bright colors for a classic gummy candy look
• Keep stitches tight so the shape holds well
• Add a small keyring or lobster clasp for easy attachment
• If stuffing lightly, use small amounts so the bear keeps its shape
• Make several at once if you're creating gifts or sets

Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft

• Keychains or zipper pulls
• Backpack or handbag accessories
• Small handmade gifts
• Craft fairs or market makes
• Using leftover yarn from larger projects

FAQ

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