Crochet Skeleton Witch Keychain with Halloween Pumpkin Basket

This adorable crochet skeleton witch keychain is a perfect accessory for Halloween lovers! Featuring a charming little skeleton with a black witch hat, an orange belt, and a small pumpkin basket, this keychain brings a playful Halloween vibe to your keys or bag. The cute design is crafted with fine details, including a mustache and a tiny bow, making it a unique piece for the spooky season.

Skeleton Witch Keychain with Halloween Pumpkin Basket for a Spooky Charm

Whether you’re gifting it to a friend or adding it to your own collection, this crochet skeleton witch keychain is a delightful way to celebrate Halloween. It’s sure to be a favorite accessory for anyone who enjoys cute and spooky crafts!

Pattern Here

Materials Needed:

White yarn (for the skeleton head and hands)
Black yarn (for the hat, pants, and shoes)
Grey yarn (for the shirt)
Orange yarn (for the belt and pumpkin basket)
Small amount of yellow yarn (for the buckle on the hat)
Crochet hook (size suited for your yarn, typically 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm)
Stuffing (polyester fiberfill or cotton)
Keychain ring and chain
Black embroidery thread (for face details)
Small safety eyes (or black yarn for the eyes)
Yarn needle
Scissors
Black ribbon (for the bow)

Step 1: Skeleton Head

Magic Ring: With white yarn, make a magic ring.
Round 1: Chain 1, work 6 single crochets (SC) into the ring. Pull the ring tight and join with a slip stitch to the first SC. (6 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1, work 2 SC in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. (12 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1, SC in the next stitch, 2 SC in the next stitch, repeat from * around. Slip stitch to join. (18 stitches)
Round 4: Chain 1, SC in the next 2 stitches, 2 SC in the next stitch, repeat from * around. Slip stitch to join. (24 stitches)
Rounds 5-8: Chain 1, SC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join.
Round 9 (Decrease): Chain 1, SC in the next 2 stitches, SC2tog, repeat from * around. Slip stitch to join. (18 stitches)
Round 10: Chain 1, SC in the next stitch, SC2tog, repeat from * around. Slip stitch to join. (12 stitches)
Finish Off: Stuff the head with fiberfill, then cut the yarn and use a yarn needle to close the remaining hole.

Step 2: Adding Face Details

Eyes: Attach small black safety eyes or embroider the eyes with black yarn.
Mustache and Mouth: Using black embroidery thread, create a small mustache and a simple smile. Embroider or sew these details carefully onto the front of the face.

Step 3: Making the Hat

Magic Ring: With black yarn, make a magic ring.
Round 1: Chain 1, work 6 SC into the ring. Pull the ring tight and join with a slip stitch. (6 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1, work 2 SC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join. (12 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1, SC in the next stitch, 2 SC in the next stitch, repeat from * around. Slip stitch to join. (18 stitches)
Rounds 4-7: Chain 1, SC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join.
Brim: Work in the back loops only for the first round of the brim. Chain 1, work 2 SC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join.
Belt and Buckle: Use orange yarn to make a small chain and wrap it around the base of the hat. Use yellow yarn to embroider a small buckle on the front.
Finish Off: Attach the hat to the top of the skeleton head with black yarn, securing it in place.

Step 4: Body and Arms

Body Foundation: With grey yarn, make a chain that fits around the skeleton head as the base for the shirt.
Shirt: Continue working in rounds until the desired height for the shirt is reached. You can do about 4-5 rounds of SC for a small torso.
Arms (Make 2): With white yarn, make a chain of 6, then SC in each stitch for 2-3 rows to make small arms. Attach them to each side of the shirt.
Pants and Legs: With black yarn, create two small tubes for the legs, approximately 3-4 rows of SC in the round. Attach them to the bottom of the shirt.

Step 5: Pumpkin Basket

Magic Ring: With orange yarn, make a magic ring.
Round 1: Chain 1, work 6 SC into the ring. Pull the ring tight and join with a slip stitch. (6 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1, work 2 SC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join. (12 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1, SC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join.
Rounds 4-5: Continue the same stitch pattern until the basket reaches the desired height.
Face on Basket: With black yarn, embroider a small jack-o’-lantern face on the front of the pumpkin.
Handle: Make a small chain with black yarn and attach it to each side of the pumpkin to create a handle. Sew it to the skeleton’s hand.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

Ribbon Bow: Tie a small black ribbon around the neck area as shown.
Keychain Attachment: Use a black yarn loop on the hat to attach the keychain ring. Secure the keychain tightly.
Final Assembly: Attach all pieces securely and weave in any remaining ends.

Your crochet skeleton witch keychain with a pumpkin basket is now complete! This cute and spooky little charm is perfect for Halloween, adding a unique and festive touch to your keys or bag. Enjoy your handmade creation!