This Crochet Shrek and Donkey Keychain set is the perfect companion for fans of fairy tale characters. The adorable green ogre, with his signature brown vest and big smile, is paired with a tiny, cute donkey. Together, they make a charming and fun keychain, adding personality to your keys or bags.
How to Crochet Shrek and Donkey Keychain
Crocheting this ogre and donkey keychain involves using basic amigurumi techniques, making it suitable for beginners with some experience in crochet. With a few colors and some attention to detail, you can bring these two iconic characters to life.
Crochet Pattern for Crochet Shrek and Donkey Keychain
Materials:
Sport weight yarn: green, brown, white, black, gray, pink
Crochet hook size 2.5 mm
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
9 mm safety eyes (for ogre and donkey)
Keychain ring with clasp
Embroidery thread (for facial details)
Stitch markers
Abbreviations:
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
st(s): stitch(es)
Ogre Pattern
Head and Body:
With green yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18 sts)
Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24 sts)
Rounds 5-9: Sc in each st around. (24 sts)
Round 10: 2 sc, dec around. (18 sts)
Round 11: 1 sc, dec around. (12 sts)
Stuff the head firmly.
Round 12: Dec around. (6 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Ears (make 2):
With green yarn, ch 3.
Round 1: 4 sc in second ch from hook.
Fasten off and sew to the sides of the head.
Body:
With white yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18 sts)
Rounds 4-7: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)
Round 8: 1 sc, dec around. (12 sts)
Fasten off and stuff the body. Sew it to the head.
Arms (make 2):
With green yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Rounds 2-4: Sc in each st around. (6 sts)
Fasten off and sew arms to the sides of the body.
Legs (make 2):
With brown yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Rounds 2-3: Sc in each st around. (6 sts)
Fasten off and sew the legs to the bottom of the body.
Vest:
With brown yarn, ch 22.
Row 1: Sc in each ch across. (21 sts)
Fasten off and wrap around the ogre’s body, securing it in place with a few stitches.
Donkey Pattern
Head:
With gray yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18 sts)
Rounds 4-5: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 3 and 4.
Round 6: 1 sc, dec around. (12 sts)
Round 7: Dec around. (6 sts)
Stuff the head and fasten off.
Body:
With gray yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Round 3-6: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Fasten off, stuff, and sew the body to the head.
Arms and Legs (make 4):
With gray yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Rounds 2-3: Sc in each st around. (6 sts)
Fasten off and sew two legs to the bottom and two arms to the sides of the body.
Ears (make 2):
With gray yarn, ch 5.
Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and across. (4 sts)
Fasten off and sew ears to the head.
Muzzle:
With pink yarn, ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Round 3: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Fasten off and sew the muzzle to the front of the face.
Tail:
With gray yarn, ch 6.
Sl st back along the chain and fasten off. Sew to the back of the donkey.
Assembly:
Embroider the ogre and donkey’s noses and smiles using black embroidery thread.
Attach keychain rings to the top of each character’s head.
Now your crochet ogre and donkey keychain set is complete! These fun and easy-to-make characters are perfect for fairy tale fans.
Note: Here is a pattern suggestion for you to create your own pattern. The end result may vary.
