Creating an amigurumi star anise witch keychain is a magical crochet project that blends the charm of a little witch with the rustic elegance of star anise. This enchanting keychain, with its unique star anise theme, makes for a delightful accessory or gift for those who appreciate handcrafted items.
Hello, fellow yarn lovers! Today I want to share with you a project that completely stole my heart — my Amigurumi Star Anise Witch Keychain. This little witch is everything I adore about crocheting in one tiny package: sweet, whimsical, and full of personality. Inspired by the warm, earthy tones of star anise and a touch of autumn spice, she’s like a pocket-sized potion of coziness and charm.
If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for those unique little makes that combine your love for texture, color, and storytelling — and this one checked every single box. Let me tell you all about how she came to life!
I was sipping a warm chai tea on a crisp fall afternoon when the idea hit me — why not design a tiny witch inspired by one of my favorite spices? Star anise isn’t just beautiful, with its magical star shape and rich brown tone — it smells amazing and feels deeply connected to kitchen witchery and cozy magic. So that’s how my Star Anise Witch was born: a tiny guardian of autumn spells, cinnamon dreams, and star-shaped charms.
I knew she needed to wear deep browns and golds, maybe even a little burnt orange or caramel. Nothing flashy — just warm, natural beauty. Think dried herbs, candlelight, and falling leaves.
How to Make an Amigurumi Star Anise Witch Keychain
Crafting an amigurumi star anise witch keychain is a rewarding experience that allows you to showcase your crochet skills. With her earthy tones and star anise-inspired details, this tiny witch will captivate anyone who sees her.
Here’s a peek into the materials that brought her to life:
- Worsted weight yarn in:
- Rich brown for the hat and boots (like fresh star anise pods!)
- Soft beige or caramel for the skin
- Burnt orange and mustard yellow for her dress and belt
- 2.5 mm crochet hook – perfect for tight stitches and crisp shaping
- 6mm safety eyes for that spark of magic
- A little blush yarn for her cheeks
- Stuffing, tapestry needle, scissors
- Optional: a mini wooden bead or felt star for a charm, and a keychain ring to finish it off
Let’s Talk Construction
I started with the head and body, worked from the top down in a continuous spiral. Her proportions are chibi-style — big head, small body — which gives her that adorable look we all know and love in amigurumi.
Her dress is crocheted as part of the body, so no need to sew on layers unless you want to get fancy. I kept mine simple — a flared little skirt and a tiny belt stitched in mustard yellow yarn.
The arms and legs are quick tubes stuffed lightly, and I stitched them onto the body after shaping. I made her boots in a dark brown to match her hat and tied a little yarn bow at the ankles for extra flair.
Now, the hat — oh, I had so much fun with this part! It’s wide-brimmed and just a little floppy at the edges, the kind of hat you imagine a nature witch wearing while harvesting herbs or stirring something delicious in a cauldron. I used brown yarn with a bit of gold thread woven in, just to give her a tiny shimmer in the light.
Instructions for an Amigurumi Star Anise Witch Keychain
- Materials Needed:
- Yarn in shades of brown, beige, and black
- Crochet hook suitable for your yarn
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Safety eyes or black embroidery thread for eyes
- Keychain ring
- Star anise embellishment (optional)
- Scissors
- Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Head:
- Start with a magic ring using beige yarn.
- Round 1: 6 single crochets (sc) into the magic ring.
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 stitches).
- Round 3: 1 sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch around (18 stitches).
- Rounds 4-7: Sc in each stitch around (18 stitches).
- Round 8: 1 sc in next stitch, decrease around (12 stitches).
- Insert safety eyes between Rounds 5 and 6, then stuff the head.
- Round 9: Decrease around, close the opening, and fasten off.
- Body:
- Attach brown yarn for the body.
- Rounds 1-2: Sc in each stitch around (12 stitches).
- Round 3: 1 sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch around (18 stitches).
- Rounds 4-6: Sc in each stitch around (18 stitches).
- Lightly stuff the body, then decrease around to close the opening. Fasten off.
- Hat:
- Begin with a magic ring using black yarn.
- Round 1: 6 sc into the magic ring.
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 stitches).
- Round 3: 1 sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch around (18 stitches).
- Round 4: Work in back loops only, sc in each stitch around.
- Rounds 5-6: Sc in each stitch around.
- Round 7: 1 sc in next stitch, decrease around.
- Fasten off and sew the hat onto the head.
- Accessories:
- Use brown or black yarn to create a small scarf or belt.
- Attach a small star anise embellishment to the witch’s hat or body.
- Attach the keychain ring to the top of the witch’s hat.
- Assembly:
- Weave in all loose ends and secure.
- Add any additional details like hair or a small wand to personalize your witch.
- Head:
- Final Touches:
- Complete your star anise witch keychain by adding any final decorations, making her uniquely yours!
Her signature feature? A tiny crocheted star anise flower stitched onto her hat like a brooch. I made it using embroidery thread and just a few petals, shaped into a star and sewn on carefully. You can absolutely use felt or a small wooden star charm if you want an easier route.
Her face is sweet and simple — I went with a sleepy smile, like she just finished a long day of spellwork and is ready to curl up with a book and tea. Her cheeks are blushed with pink yarn stitched lightly in a circle.
I added a tiny loop on the top of her hat for attaching the keychain, and that was it — she was ready to dangle from my bag, guarding my keys with gentle magic and smelling faintly of cinnamon (okay, that might be my car air freshener, but still).
Conclusion
There’s something so comforting about small projects with soul. This Star Anise Witch is a celebration of everything I love about fall, nature, magic, and of course — crochet. She didn’t take long to make, but she felt incredibly meaningful from the very first stitch.
Whenever I see her hanging from my keys or bag, I smile. She reminds me to slow down, enjoy the little things, and always leave room for magic — even in everyday moments.
Crafting a Amigurumi Star Anise Witch Keychain is a delightful way to infuse a touch of nature and magic into your accessories. This star anise-themed witch keychain is not only adorable but also a wonderful expression of creativity. Whether you keep her for yourself or gift her to someone special, this amigurumi project is sure to enchant everyone who sees it!