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Discover the charm of a beautifully crafted crochet hobbit keychain, a delightful accessory for any fan. This handmade item captures the whimsical spirit of beloved fantasy characters, bringing a touch of magic to your everyday items. Each crochet hobbit keychain is meticulously designed, making it a unique and personal statement piece. It’s not just a keyring; it’s a tiny piece of art ready to accompany you on your adventures. This enchanting little figure is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Why Choose a Handmade Crochet Hobbit Keychain?
Opting for a handmade crochet hobbit keychain means choosing quality and character. Unlike mass-produced items, these keychains boast intricate details and a warm, inviting feel that only handcrafted goods can offer. They are fantastic gifts for birthdays, holidays, or just to show appreciation to a fellow fantasy enthusiast. Moreover, supporting artisans who create these unique crochet hobbit keychains helps keep traditional craft alive. Add this charming, durable, and whimsical accessory to your collection today.
This detailed crochet pattern will allow you to replicate the adorable amigurumi keychain from the image. It is designed for an intermediate crocheter familiar with basic amigurumi techniques.
**Amigurumi Little Caveman/Hobbit Keychain Pattern**
This pattern creates a small, approximately 3.5-4 inch (9-10 cm) tall amigurumi figure with a keyring.
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**Materials:**
* **Yarn:** Worsted weight (or DK weight for a smaller figure) in the following colors:
* **Light Beige/Cream:** For skin (body, head, hands, feet base)
* **Dark Brown:** For hair, pants, and vest accents
* **Medium Brown:** For the main vest (slightly lighter than dark brown, as seen in the image, or use the same dark brown for a monochrome look)
* **Crochet Hook:** 2.5mm or 3.0mm (or suitable for your chosen yarn to create tight stitches)
* **Safety Eyes:** 6mm black
* **Stuffing:** Polyester fiberfill
* **Yarn Needle:** For weaving in ends and sewing parts
* **Stitch Markers:** Essential for working in continuous rounds
* **Keychain Ring:** With a small jump ring or split ring attached
* **Scissors**
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**Abbreviations:**
* **MR:** Magic Ring
* **ch:** Chain
* **sc:** Single Crochet
* **inc:** Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
* **dec:** Decrease (sc 2 together)
* **BLO:** Back Loop Only
* **FLO:** Front Loop Only
* **st(s):** Stitch(es)
* **( )**: Repeat instructions within parentheses
* **[ ]**: Total number of stitches at the end of the round/row
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**Notes:**
* Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
* Stuff firmly as you go, especially the head and body.
* The yarn colors in the image suggest: Light Beige (skin), Dark Brown (hair, pants, shoes), and a slightly Medium Brown (vest). If you only have two shades, use Dark Brown for both hair/pants/shoes and the vest for simplicity.
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### **Pattern Instructions**
**1. Head (Light Beige/Cream)**
* **R1:** MR, 6 sc [6]
* **R2:** (inc) x 6 [12]
* **R3:** (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
* **R4:** (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
* **R5:** (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
* **R6:** (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
* **R7-R12:** sc around (6 rounds) [36]
* *Insert safety eyes between R9 and R10, approximately 6-7 stitches apart. Refer to the image for placement.*
* **R13:** (4 sc, dec) x 6 [30]
* **R14:** (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
* **R15:** (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
* Start stuffing the head firmly.
* **R16:** (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
* **R17:** (dec) x 6 [6]
* Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. Weave the tail through the front loop of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Reinforce stuffing if needed.
**2. Body (Light Beige/Cream)**
* **R1:** MR, 6 sc [6]
* **R2:** (inc) x 6 [12]
* **R3:** (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
* **R4:** (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
* **R5-R8:** sc around (4 rounds) [24]
* **R9:** (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
* **R10-R11:** sc around (2 rounds) [18]
* Start stuffing the body.
* **R12:** (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
* Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. Finish stuffing.
**3. Arms (Make 2 - Light Beige/Cream)**
* **R1:** MR, 5 sc [5]
* **R2-R8:** sc around (7 rounds) [5]
* Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff. Flatten the open end.
**4. Legs/Pants/Feet (Make 2)**
* **Start with Light Beige/Cream (for feet base)**
* **R1:** MR, 6 sc [6]
* **R2:** (sc, inc) x 3 [9]
* **R3:** sc around [9]
* **Change to Dark Brown (for pants/shoes)**
* **R4 (BLO):** sc around [9]
* **R5-R8:** sc around (4 rounds) [9]
* Stuff the foot and leg lightly, about half-way up.
* **R9:** (sc, dec) x 3 [6]
* Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. Weave the tail through the front loop of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close.
**5. Ears (Make 2 - Light Beige/Cream)**
* **R1:** MR, 4 sc [4] (or ch 2, 4 sc in 2nd ch from hook)
* Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Pull the MR tight.
**6. Hair (Dark Brown)**
The hair consists of a base cap and individual curls attached to it.
* **Hair Cap:**
* **R1:** MR, 6 sc [6]
* **R2:** (inc) x 6 [12]
* **R3:** (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
* **R4:** (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
* **R5:** (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
* **R6:** (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
* **R7-R9:** sc around (3 rounds) [36]
* Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing to the head. Do not cut it yet, as you will work the curls from this cap.
* **Curls:**
* From R9 of the hair cap, attach a curl by making a chain, then single crocheting back down the chain. The length of the chain determines the curl size. The image shows varying curl lengths.
* **Small Curl (for hairline):** (ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch) - slip stitch into the next stitch on the cap. Repeat for smaller curls around the face.
* **Medium Curl (for crown):** (ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 4 ch) - slip stitch into the next stitch on the cap.
* **Large Curl (for back/sides):** (ch 8, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 6 ch) - slip stitch into the next stitch on the cap.
* *Work various lengths of curls around the edge of R9 of the hair cap and also attach some to R8 and R7 to create a full, curly effect. Use slip stitches to attach each curl to the cap. Distribute them evenly.*
* Once satisfied with the hair, fasten off and weave in any remaining ends.
**7. Vest (Medium Brown or Dark Brown)**
This is worked in rows, then sewn together.
* **Piece 1 (Back/Shoulder):**
* **Row 1:** ch 11. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. [10]
* **Row 2-3:** ch 1, turn, sc across [10]
* **Row 4:** ch 1, turn, sc in first 3 sts, dec, sc in last 3 sts [8]
* **Row 5:** ch 1, turn, sc across [8]
* **Row 6:** ch 1, turn, sc in first 2 sts, dec, sc in last 2 sts [6]
* **Row 7:** ch 1, turn, sc across [6]
* Fasten off.
* **Piece 2 (Left Front):**
* **Row 1:** ch 5. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. [4]
* **Row 2-3:** ch 1, turn, sc across [4]
* **Row 4:** ch 1, turn, sc in first 2 sts, dec [3]
* **Row 5:** ch 1, turn, sc across [3]
* **Row 6:** ch 1, turn, dec, sc in last st [2]
* **Row 7:** ch 1, turn, sc across [2]
* Fasten off.
* **Piece 3 (Right Front):**
* **Row 1:** ch 5. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. [4]
* **Row 2-3:** ch 1, turn, sc across [4]
* **Row 4:** ch 1, turn, dec, sc in last 2 sts [3]
* **Row 5:** ch 1, turn, sc across [3]
* **Row 6:** ch 1, turn, sc in first st, dec [2]
* **Row 7:** ch 1, turn, sc across [2]
* Fasten off.
* **Assembly of Vest:**
* Lay out the back piece. Place the front pieces on top, aligning the "shoulders" (the narrowest part of each piece).
* Using a yarn needle, sew the shoulders of the front pieces to the shoulder edges of the back piece.
* Around the entire edge of the vest (including the neck, armholes, and bottom), single crochet (sc) a border. This gives it a neat finish. For the ties, chain approximately 15-20 stitches from the corner of one front piece, then slip stitch back down the chain, then continue sc around the vest edge, and repeat for the other side.
* Weave in all ends.
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### **Assembly**
1. **Attach Head to Body:** Sew the head to the body securely using the long tail from the head. Ensure the head is centered and sits upright.
2. **Attach Hair:** Position the hair cap onto the head. The hair should frame the face as seen in the picture. Sew the hair cap to the head all around its base.
3. **Attach Ears:** Pin the ears to the sides of the head, just under the hair, level with the eyes. Sew them in place.
4. **Attach Legs:** Sew the legs to the bottom of the body. They should be positioned relatively close together, slightly to the front.
5. **Attach Arms:** Sew the flattened arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck.
6. **Put on Vest:** Carefully put the crocheted vest onto the body. Adjust it so the "shoulder" seams sit on the shoulders, and the front pieces meet in the middle or slightly overlap. You can use a bit of yarn or the vest ties to secure the front closed if desired, similar to how it's styled in the image.
7. **Attach Keychain Ring:** Using the long tail from the body (or a new piece of yarn), thread it through the top center of the head. Attach the small jump ring of the keychain to this loop of yarn, then securely knot and weave in the ends. Alternatively, you can directly attach the jump ring to the top of the crocheted head with pliers if the stitches are tight enough.
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Your Amigurumi Little Caveman/Hobbit Keychain is now complete!