Beginner Friendly Free Crochet Flower Keychain Pattern

Crochet your own adorable flower keychain with this free pattern that’s simple and takes just two simple rounds to craft a cute accessory.

Crocheting a beautiful flower can brighten anyone’s day, especially when it’s made into a charming accessory like a keychain. These colorful creations are not only fun to make but also a joy to use, whether as a decorative piece on your bag, a cute addition to your keyring, or even as a handmade gift for someone special. The beauty of this project lies in its simplicity and versatility, making it perfect for crocheters of all skill levels.

This elegant flower design is quick to create yet eye catching. Its lovely curves and carefully spaced petals form a smooth, balanced design. The magic ring technique at the start of the pattern creates a polished, closed center, while the layers of single crochets, half double crochets, and double crochets give the petals a unique texture and depth. The flower blooms beautifully in just two rounds, making it an ideal project for anyone looking for something fast yet stunning.

Crochet a Beautiful Flower Keychain Pattern with This Free Guide

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Perfect for small gifts or personal use, this crochet flower keychain adds a delightful pop of color and charm wherever it’s used. Simple yet elegant, it’s a fun way to use your crochet skills while creating something truly beautiful.

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Crochet Flower Keychain Pattern

Today, you’ll learn how to crochet a beautiful five petal flower keychain made with just two simple rounds. It’s easy to make and is perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a quick and creative accessory project.

Quick Overview of Pattern

Type: Five petal flower keychain
Rounds: Two rounds
Skill Level: Beginner friendly
Techniques Used: Magic ring, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and slip stitch
Purpose: Decorative keychain accessory

Notes

Use a small amount of lightweight yarn (category 2).
The magic ring must be pulled tightly at the end of the first round to secure the petals.
Use a stitch marker to identify the first stitch of each round, making it easier to keep track.
The pattern can be customized by using different yarn colors for each round or petal.

Skill Level

Beginner: This involves basic crochet stitches and techniques, with repetitive steps that make it easy to learn and follow.

Materials

A small amount of category 2 yarn (lightweight yarn, color of your choice)
30 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Stitch marker
Metal or plastic needle (for weaving in ends)
Keychain ring or clasp

Measurements / Sizing

The finished flower keychain size depends on the yarn and hook used but will approximately measure:

Diameter: 4—5 cm

Gauge

Gauge is not essential for this project; however, consistent tension will give better results.

Stitch Abbreviations

CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
SL ST – Slip Stitch

Special Stitches

Magic Ring: A circular foundation used to crochet in rounds.

The Crochet Pattern

Round 1: Create the Base and Start the Petals

Start with a magic ring:
- Wrap the yarn around two fingers to form an “X.”
- Insert the hook under the first loop, grab the second loop, and pull it through.
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- Twist the hook, yarn over, and pull through to form a chain.
- Remove your fingers from the magic ring.
Work into the magic ring:
- Make SC 1 into the magic ring.
- Place a stitch marker on the first SC to mark the start of the round.
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- CH 5 to begin forming the first petal.
Work back into the chains:
- Skip the first CH.
- SC 1 into the second chain.
- SC 1 into the third chain.
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- SC 1 into the fourth chain.
- SC 1 into the fifth chain.
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Complete the petal:
- Insert the hook into the top of the SC on the ring.
- SL ST to secure the petal.
Repeat the petal process four more times:
- SC 1 into the magic ring to start each petal.
- CH 5 for the petal.
- Skip the first chain and work SC 1 into each chain back toward the ring (4 SC total).
- SL ST into the top of the SC on the ring to close each petal.
After completing all five petals:
- Pull the starting yarn tail tight to close the magic ring completely.
- SL ST into the first SC (where the stitch marker is located) to secure the round.

Round 2: Shape the Petals

Work into the unused loops of the petal chains from Round 1:
- Insert the hook into the first unused chain loop (from the first petal).
Begin shaping the petals:
- SC 1 into the first chain loop. Place a stitch marker on this SC.
- HDC 1 into the second chain loop.
- DC 1 into the third chain loop.
- DC 7 into the fourth chain loop.
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Skip the fifth chain loop (at the tip of the petal).
Work back into the base stitches:
- DC 1 into the SC at the base of the next petal.
- HDC 1 into the next SC.
- SC 1 into the following SC.
- SL ST into the next SC to secure.
Repeat the petal shaping for the remaining petals:
- Work into the unused loops of each petal's chain (SC, HDC, DC, DC 7).
- Skip the fifth chain loop.
- Work back into the base SC (DC, HDC, SC, SL ST).
After finishing all five petals:
- SL ST into the first SC of the round.
- Remove the stitch marker.

Final Steps

Cut the yarn and pull the loop tight.
Weave in the ends:
- Turn the flower over.
- Use a needle to hide the starting and ending yarn tails through the stitches on the back side.

Assembly & Finished Size

Attach the keychain ring:
- Slide the ring through one of the SL STs between two petals.
Final size:
- Approximately 4—5 cm in diameter.

Conclusion and Ending Words

Your five petal crochet flower keychain is finished! It's a quick, simple project that’s great for gifting or using as a decorative accessory. Feel free to experiment with colors or stitches to create variations.