Crochet Turkey Keychain: Adorable Amigurumi Pattern for Fall

Get ready to add a touch of autumn charm to your keys, bags, or gifts with this super cute Crochet Turkey Keychain! Perfect for Thanksgiving, fall festivities, or just because, this little amigurumi turkey is quick to make and incredibly adorable.

Craft Your Own Tiny Turkey Friend!

This detailed pattern will guide you through creating each component of this charming turkey, from its plump little body to its colorful fanned tail feathers. It’s a fantastic project for both beginner and experienced crocheters looking for a fun, festive make.

Pattern Here

Materials:

Sport or DK weight yarn in: Beige/Light Brown (body), Dark Brown (feathers), Orange (feathers, beak, feet), Red (wattle).
2.0mm or 2.5mm crochet hook (or size suitable for your yarn to ensure tight stitches).
6mm black safety eyes (or embroidery floss for eyes).
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing.
Yarn needle for sewing.
Scissors.
Keychain ring (optional).

Abbreviations:

MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten off
st(s): stitch(es)
(…) x N: Repeat instructions in parentheses N times
[N]: Total number of stitches in the round

Turkey Body (Beige/Light Brown Yarn):

Work in continuous rounds.

R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: (inc) x 6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
R5-R9: sc around (5 rounds) [24]
R10: (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
Start stuffing firmly. Insert safety eyes between R7 and R8, about 5 stitches apart.
R11: (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
R12: (dec) x 6 [6]
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Close the hole by weaving the tail through the front loop of the remaining 6 stitches and pulling tight.

Feathers (Worked in rows):

Start with Beige/Light Brown yarn.

Ch 11.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across [10 sc]. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-3: sc across [10 sc]. Ch 1, turn.
Change to Dark Brown yarn.
Row 4-5: sc across [10 sc]. Ch 1, turn.
Change to Orange yarn.
Row 6-7: sc across [10 sc]. Ch 1, turn.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Optional: Using the beige yarn, sl st around the outer edge of the entire feather piece for a cleaner look.

Beak (Orange Yarn):

Ch 3. sl st into the 2nd ch from hook, then sc in the next ch. FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Wattle (Red Yarn):

Ch 4. sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch. FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Feet (Orange Yarn) (Make 2):

Ch 3. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch. FO, leaving tail for sewing.

Assembly:

Sew the Beak directly below the eyes.
Sew the Wattle next to or slightly over the beak.
Attach the Feathers to the back of the turkey’s body.
Sew the Feet to the bottom front of the body.
Attach a keychain ring to the top of the turkey’s head if desired.

Your adorable amigurumi turkey keychain is now complete! Enjoy your new little friend, or give it as a thoughtful handmade gift.