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Take a closer look at this charming handmade crochet Knuckles keychain, a delightful tribute to the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog character. Crafted with intricate detail, this amigurumi piece perfectly captures Knuckles’ distinctive red appearance and features. It’s an ideal accessory for fans looking to carry a piece of their favorite video game world with them. Each stitch brings this beloved echidna to life, showcasing the artistry of crochet.
Bringing Knuckles to Life: The Art of Crochet Keychains
Whether you’re decorating your keys, backpack, or simply looking for a unique collector’s item, this crochet Knuckles keychain is a fantastic choice. The vibrant red yarn, carefully stitched details, and sturdy metal ring combine to create a durable and eye-catching piece. It’s not just a keychain; it’s a small piece of fan art that celebrates the enduring legacy of Knuckles the Echidna. Embrace your love for classic gaming with this wonderfully crafted accessory, a testament to handmade charm.
Here is a detailed, professional crochet pattern for the Knuckles the Echidna keychain, designed in an amigurumi style.
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**Knuckles the Echidna Keychain Amigurumi Pattern**
This pattern creates a cute, chibi-style Knuckles the Echidna keychain. It involves multiple small pieces and color changes, making it suitable for an intermediate crocheter.
**Approximate Size:** 4-5 inches (10-12 cm) tall, excluding the keychain ring.
**Difficulty:** Intermediate
**Materials:**
* **Yarn:** DK weight (or Sport weight for a smaller, tighter keychain) in the following colors:
* Red (Main Color - MC)
* Tan/Beige (Muzzle)
* White (Gloves, Chest Crescent, Shoe Trim, Eye Patches)
* Black (Nose, Mouth embroidery)
* Green (Shoe Cuffs)
* Yellow/Gold (Shoe Buckles)
* Grey/Silver (Shoe Buckles)
* **Crochet Hook:** 2.5mm or 3.0mm (adjust to your yarn and tension to achieve a tight fabric with no gaps for stuffing to show through).
* **Safety Eyes:** 8mm or 10mm black (depending on desired eye prominence).
* **Stuffing:** Polyester fiberfill.
* **Tapestry Needle:** For sewing parts and weaving in ends.
* **Stitch Markers:** Essential for working in continuous rounds.
* **Scissors.**
* **Keychain Ring:** With a small jump ring or short chain for attachment.
**Abbreviations:**
* **MR:** Magic Ring
* **ch:** chain
* **sl st:** slip stitch
* **sc:** single crochet
* **inc:** increase (2 single crochet stitches in the same stitch)
* **dec:** decrease (single crochet 2 together, preferably invisible decrease)
* **BLO:** back loop only
* **FO:** fasten off
* **( )**: repeat instructions within parentheses a specified number of times
* **[ ]**: total number of stitches at the end of the round/row
* **MC:** Main Color (Red)
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**Pattern Notes:**
* Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
* Stuff parts firmly as you go, shaping them as you stuff.
* When changing colors, complete the last yarn over of the last stitch of the old color with the new color.
* Invisible decrease (insert hook into front loop of first stitch, then into front loop of second stitch, yarn over, pull through both loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops) is recommended for a cleaner finish.
* Leave a long tail (approx. 8-10 inches) when fastening off parts that will be sewn onto the main body.
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**Instructions:**
**1. Head & Body (Red - MC)**
*Start with Red yarn.*
**Head:**
**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:** (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
**R6:** (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
**R7-R13:** sc in each st around (7 rounds) [36]
*Place safety eyes between R9 and R10, approximately 6-7 stitches apart. Refer to the image for exact placement.*
**R14:** (4 sc, dec) x 6 [30]
**R15:** (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
**R16:** (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
*Begin stuffing the head firmly.*
**Neck:**
**R17:** (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
**R18-R19:** sc in each st around (2 rounds) [12]
**Body:**
**R20:** (inc) x 6 [18]
**R21:** (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
**R22:** (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
**R23-R28:** sc in each st around (6 rounds) [30]
**R29:** (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
**R30:** (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
*Continue stuffing the body firmly.*
**R31:** (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
**R32:** (dec) x 6 [6]
FO, weave the tail through the front loop of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in end.
**2. Muzzle (Tan/Beige)**
*Using Tan/Beige yarn.*
**R1:** ch 5. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on the other side of the chain: sc in next 2 ch, 2 sc in last ch. [10]
**R2:** inc, sc in next 2, (inc) x 3, sc in next 2, (inc) x 2 [16]
**R3:** sc in each st around [16]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the muzzle before sewing it to the head, centered below the eyes.
**3. Nose (Black)**
*Using Black yarn.*
**R1:** 6 sc in MR [6]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff. Sew to the top center of the muzzle.
**4. White Eye Patches (Make 2 - White)**
*Using White yarn.*
**R1:** ch 3. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in last ch. (Working on other side of chain) sc in next ch. [5]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew these small white patches around the outer edge of each safety eye.
**5. Chest Crescent (White)**
*Using White yarn.*
**R1:** ch 7. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 4 ch, 3 sc in last ch. (Working on other side of chain) sc in next 4 ch, 2 sc in last ch. [16]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Flatten slightly and sew to the front of the body, below the neck and between where the arms will be, referring to the image for placement.
**6. Arms (Make 2 - White & Red)**
*Start with White yarn.*
**R1:** 6 sc in MR [6]
**R2:** (inc) x 6 [12]
**R3-R5:** sc in each st around (3 rounds) [12]
*Change to Red yarn.*
**R6:** (sc, dec) x 4 [8]
**R7-R10:** sc in each st around (4 rounds) [8]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the white glove portion. Do not stuff the red arm portion. Flatten the top opening and sew to the sides of the body between R22-R23 of the body.
**7. Legs & Shoes (Make 2)**
*This part involves multiple color changes and specific shaping.*
**Shoe Sole (Red):**
**R1:** ch 5. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on the other side of the chain: sc in next 2 ch, 2 sc in last ch. [10]
**R2:** inc, sc in next 2, (inc) x 3, sc in next 2, (inc) x 2 [16]
*Change to White yarn.*
**R3:** BLO sc in each st around [16] (This creates a distinct sole edge)
*Change to Red yarn.*
**R4:** sc in each st around [16]
**R5:** sc in next 4, (dec) x 4, sc in next 4 [12]
**R6:** sc in next 4, (dec) x 2, sc in next 4 [10]
*Begin stuffing the shoe firmly.*
**Shoe Details (Yellow & Grey):**
The yellow and grey details on the shoes can be small crocheted squares or embroidered.
* **Crocheted Square (Make 2 Yellow, 2 Grey):** Ch 2. Sc in 2nd ch from hook. FO, leaving tails to sew. Sew these small squares onto the red shoe, as shown in the image.
* **Alternatively, Embroidery:** Use a tapestry needle and the corresponding yarn colors to embroider small rectangular shapes onto the sides of the red shoe, following the image.
**Leg:**
*Change to Green yarn.*
**R7-R8:** sc in each st around (2 rounds) [10]
*Change to Red yarn.*
**R9-R12:** sc in each st around (4 rounds) [10]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the leg as you go.
Sew the legs to the bottom of the body (around R30-R31), ensuring they are evenly spaced.
**8. Head Quills/Dreadlocks (Make 5-6 - Red)**
*These are small, elongated teardrop/oval shapes. Using Red yarn.*
**R1:** 4 sc in MR [4]
**R2:** (sc, inc) x 2 [6]
**R3:** (2 sc, inc) x 2 [8]
**R4:** sc in each st around [8]
**R5:** (2 sc, dec) x 2 [6]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff.
Flatten each quill slightly and sew them around the back and sides of Knuckles' head, referring to the image for placement and angle to mimic his distinctive dreadlocks.
**9. Finishing & Assembly:**
1. **Facial Features:**
* Sew the Muzzle onto the head, centering it below the eyes.
* Sew the Nose onto the top center of the Muzzle.
* Using Black yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider a small, curved smile below the nose.
2. **Attach Arms:** Sew the completed arms to the sides of the body.
3. **Attach Legs:** Sew the completed legs to the bottom of the body.
4. **Attach Chest Crescent:** Sew the white crescent to the front of the body.
5. **Attach Quills:** Arrange and sew all 5-6 quills to the head as shown in the reference image.
6. **Keychain Attachment:** Securely attach the keychain ring to the top center of Knuckles' head. You can do this by stitching a small loop of yarn through the top and tying it to the jump ring, or by carefully inserting the jump ring directly into the crochet fabric.
Weave in any remaining loose ends. Your Knuckles the Echidna keychain is now complete!