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Crochet Mini Hat Keychain for Kids – Free Written Pattern

Looking for a cute and quick crochet project? This crochet mini hat keychain is perfect for kids accessories, baby clips, amigurumi decorations, and handmade gifts. This beginner-friendly crochet pattern works up fast and uses minimal yarn.

Materials Required

Cotton 4 Ply Yarn
3 mm Crochet Hook
Stitch Marker
Tapestry Needle
Key Ring (Optional)

Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
SL ST – Slip Stitch
CH – Chain

Free Crochet Mini Hat Written Pattern

Row 1:

Make a magic ring. Chain 1. Work 8 single crochet stitches into the ring. Slip stitch to the first stitch. (8 SC)

Row 2:

Chain 1. Make 2 single crochet stitches in each stitch around. Slip stitch to the first stitch. (16 SC)

Row 3:

Chain 1. Working in back loops only, make 1 single crochet in each stitch around. Do not slip stitch.

Rows 4–6:

Continue working 1 single crochet in each stitch in a spiral until desired height is reached.

Row 7:

Slip stitch into next stitch. Chain 3 (counts as DC). In front loops only, make 2 DC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to the top of chain 3. (32 stitches)

Optional Border (Row 8):

Chain 1. Work reverse single crochet (crab stitch) around to create a decorative edge. Slip stitch to finish.

Keychain Option:

Chain 15, attach key ring, slip stitch and fasten off. Weave in all ends securely.

Finishing Touches

Add small bows, flowers, or color changes to personalize your mini hats. These make adorable kids accessories, keychains, or amigurumi embellishments.

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Crochet Smiley Pouch Pattern

Crochet Smiley Pouch Pattern | Bag Charm, AirPods Case & Coin Purse

Looking for a cute, quick, and multi-purpose crochet project? This Crochet Smiley Pouch is perfect to use as a bag charm, AirPods case, coin pouch, key cover, or lip balm holder. This beginner-friendly crochet pattern uses simple stitches and works great with scrap yarn.

Materials Required

Medium (4) weight yarn – Yellow
3.5 mm crochet hook
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Stitches Used

Magic Ring
Chain (ch)
Half Double Crochet (HDC)
Slip Stitch (sl st)
Single Crochet (sc)

Finished Size

Approx. palm size. Can be adjusted by changing yarn or hook size.

Written Crochet Pattern

Circle – Make 2

Round 1:
Magic ring, ch 1 (does not count as stitch), make 14 HDC into the ring. Join with slip stitch to first HDC. Pull ring tight. (14 sts)

Round 2:
Ch 1, Repeat (1 HDC, increase) 7 times. Join with slip stitch. (21 sts)

Round 3:
Ch 1, Repeat (2 HDC, increase) 7 times. Join with slip stitch. (28 sts)

Round 4:
Ch 1, Repeat (3 HDC, increase) 7 times. Join with slip stitch. (35 sts)

Loops

For first circle: Ch 5, skip 1 stitch, sl st into next stitch to create a small loop.
For second circle: Ch 30 (or adjust length), skip 1 stitch, sl st into next stitch. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Joining the Pouch

Place both circles wrong sides together. Leave a small opening at the top. Join using single crochet through back loops of both circles until opening is formed. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Smiley Face Details

Create eyes using small gray yarn knots. Secure from the back. Embroider a simple smile between Round 2 and Round 3 using embroidery technique.

Final Touch

Turn pouch right side out. Trim extra threads. Your cute crochet smiley pouch is now ready to use or gift!

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Crochet BUBU DUDU Dolls Tutorial

Crochet BUBU DUDU Dolls Tutorial – Step by Step Amigurumi Pattern (Free Written Pattern)

Looking for a cute crochet amigurumi project? In this tutorial we will learn how to make the adorable Bubu and Dudu crochet dolls. These viral characters are extremely popular on social media and make perfect gifts, desk toys, keychains, or collectibles.

In this step-by-step crochet tutorial, you will learn how to crochet the head, body, legs, hands, ears, and finishing details of these cute dolls. This is an advanced beginner crochet pattern and uses basic stitches like single crochet, increases, and invisible decreases.

Materials Needed

4 ply 100% cotton yarn
2.5 mm crochet hook
Fiberfill stuffing
Safety eyes
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Fabric glue (optional)
Scissors

You can use any yarn weight you prefer. Just adjust the crochet hook accordingly.

Skill Level

Advanced Beginner – Basic knowledge of amigurumi techniques is recommended.

Crochet Abbreviations

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Invisible Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain

Part 1: Crochet Head

Round 1

Magic Ring, 6 sc into ring (6)

Round 2

Increase in each stitch around (12)

Round 3

1 sc, inc repeat around (18)

Round 4

1 sc, inc, 1 sc repeat around (24)

Round 5

3 sc, inc repeat around (30)

Round 6

2 sc, inc, 2 sc repeat around (36)

Round 7

5 sc, inc repeat around (42)

Rounds 8 – 11

1 sc in each stitch around (42)

Round 12 (Face shaping)

11 sc,
(1 sc, inc) x4,
4 sc (center nose area),
(inc, 1 sc) x4,
11 sc

Place safety eyes between rows 10 and 11 with 6 stitches between them.

Rounds 13 – 15

1 sc in each stitch around

Round 16

11 sc,
(1 sc, dec) x4,
4 sc,
(dec, 1 sc) x4,
11 sc

Round 17

5 sc, dec repeat around (36)

Round 18

2 sc, dec, 2 sc repeat (30)

Round 19

3 sc, dec repeat (24)

Round 20

1 sc, dec, 1 sc repeat (18)

Slip stitch, fasten off and stuff the head firmly with fiberfill.

Part 2: Cheeks

Make two small blush circles.

MR
8 sc in ring
Fasten off

Secure and glue onto the cheeks area between rows 13 and 15.

Part 3: Ears and Tail

Round 1

MR, 6 sc

Round 2

(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

Round 3

1 sc in each stitch

Make:

2 ears
1 tail

Part 4: Hands

Round 1

MR, 6 sc

Round 2

(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

Rounds 3 – 6

1 sc in each stitch

Round 7

(1 sc, dec) x3 (6)

Lightly stuff and fasten off.

Part 5: Legs

Round 1

MR, 6 sc

Round 2

Increase in each stitch (12)

Round 3

Back loop only – 12 sc

Rounds 4 – 7

1 sc in each stitch

Make two legs and join with chain 3 to start body.

Body

Round 8

Crochet around both legs and chain stitches (30)

Rounds 9 – 10

1 sc in each stitch

Round 11

2 sc, inc, 2 sc repeat (36)

Rounds 12 – 14

1 sc in each stitch

Round 15

2 sc, dec, 2 sc repeat (30)

Round 16

1 sc around

Round 17

3 sc, dec repeat (24)

Round 18

1 sc around

Stuff body firmly.

Round 19

1 sc, dec, 1 sc repeat (18)

Round 20

1 sc each. Attach arms while crocheting. Watch video for clear understanding.

Final Assembly

Sew head to body
Attach ears between rows 4 and 5
Glue cheeks
Embroider mouth
Attach tail

Your adorable Bubu Dudu crochet dolls are now finished!

Tips for Best Results

Use tight stitches for amigurumi
Stuff firmly to maintain shape
Use stitch markers to track rounds
Always count stitches

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Amigurumi Dumbbell Toy with Step-by-Step Free Pattern

Crochet Dumbbells – Amigurumi Toy with Step-by-Step Free Pattern

Looking for a quick and quirky amigurumi project? Try these crochet dumbbells – a fun and soft handmade toy perfect for babies, decor, or even as a quirky gift! This beginner-friendly pattern is worked in the round using basic stitches and is a great stash buster too.

Materials Needed:

4 ply cotton yarn – Grey
3 mm crochet hook
Fiberfill stuffing
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Written Pattern – Crochet Dumbbells

1. Start with the End Cap:

- MR, ch 1
- R1: 8 sc in ring (8)
- R2: (inc) x 8 (16)
- R3: (sc, inc) x 8 (24)
- R4: (2 sc, inc) x 8 (32)
- R5: 32 sc
- R6: Back loops only – 32 sc

2. Build the First Ball Side:

- R7–10: 32 sc
- R11: BLO – 32 sc
- R12: (2 sc, inv dec) x 8 (24)
- R13: (sc, inv dec) x 8 (16)
- Add stuffing to one side

3. Form the Dumbbell Handle:

- R14: FLO – 16 sc
- R15–26: 16 sc
- Stuff the center as needed

4. Second End Cap & Shaping:

- R27: FLO – 16 sc
- R28: (sc, inc) x 8 (24)
- R29: (2 sc, inc) x 8 (32)
- R30: BLO – 32 sc
- R31–34: 32 sc
- R35: BLO – 32 sc
- R36: 32 sc

5. Tapering Down:

- R37: (2 sc, inv dec) x 6 (24)
- R38: (sc, inv dec) x 6 (16)
- Add stuffing
- R39: (inv dec) x 8 (8)

6. Finishing Touch:

Use tapestry needle to weave the yarn through front loops of the last 8 stitches. Pull to close the opening. Knot securely. To shape both ends flat, pull yarn through center using a long needle and secure both sides with a knot. Adjust the stuffing and trim excess yarn.

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