Hey there, fellow yarn lovers! Today I’m super excited to share one of my absolute favorite makes — the Amigurumi Witch Keychain. Honestly, this tiny crochet witch stole my heart from the very first stitch. She’s cute, magical, and full of personality packed into a mini-sized design. Whether you’re making her for Halloween, gifting to a fellow witchy friend, or just because you love whimsical crochet, this is one of those projects that will charm you from beginning to end!
Creating an amigurumi witch keychain is a delightful way to add a touch of magic to your everyday accessories. With her tiny hat, charming details, and whimsical personality, this crochet witch keychain is perfect for those who love handmade crafts. Whether you’re making it as a gift or for yourself, this cute little witch is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Let’s be real — who doesn’t love mini amigurumis? They’re fast, fun, and great for using up yarn scraps. But there’s something extra special about this little witch. Maybe it’s her pointy hat, or her adorable tiny boots, or that mischievous smile stitched across her face. Either way, she’s one of those makes that feels instantly magical.
And let’s not forget — she’s also super functional! As a keychain, she can go wherever you go — hanging on your bag, backpack, or even decorating your car keys. I don’t know about you, but carrying a little handmade witch with me adds a bit of joy to my day.
How to Make an Amigurumi Witch Keychain
Making an amigurumi witch keychain is an enjoyable project that allows you to express your creativity through crochet. This tiny witch, with her detailed accessories and vibrant colors, is not only a fun craft to make but also a unique keychain to carry with you.
What You’ll Need
This project is beginner-friendly and doesn’t require a ton of materials. In fact, if you’re like me and have a healthy yarn stash (read: overflowing drawer of colorful chaos), you probably already have everything you need:
- Yarn: Worsted weight works great! I used skin-tone yarn for the face and hands, black for the dress and hat, and a fun contrasting color (like purple or orange) for accents like the hair, belt, or stockings.
- Hook: I used a 2.5 mm hook to keep the stitches tight and prevent stuffing from peeking out.
- Stuffing: Just a small amount of fiberfill to shape the body and head.
- Safety eyes (6 mm), or you can embroider the eyes for a softer look.
- Embroidery thread for the mouth and other facial features.
- Keychain ring and jump ring to attach your witch to your keys or bag.
- Optional: Felt, ribbon, buttons, or beads to give her that extra sparkly personality!
Customization Ideas
The fun thing about this amigurumi is how much you can personalize it. Here are a few of my favorite ideas:
- Color Themes: Go pastel for a cute fairy-witch, or dark and moody with deep purples and black.
- Accessories: Add a crocheted broom, a tiny potion bottle, or even a little felt spellbook!
- Facial Expressions: Change the expression to match her personality — shy, fierce, sleepy, or cheeky.
- Holiday Themes: Use red and green yarn for a Christmas witch, or pink and red for a Valentine’s witch!
I swear, once you make one, it’s hard to stop — I’ve already made a whole coven!
Instructions for an Amigurumi Witch Keychain
- Materials Needed:
- Yarn in various colors (skin tone, black, purple, green, or any preferred colors)
- Crochet hook (appropriate size for your yarn)
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Small safety eyes or black embroidery thread for the eyes
- Keychain ring
- Scissors
- Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Head:
- Begin with a magic ring using skin-tone 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 the yarn color 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).
- Stuff the body lightly, then decrease around to close the opening. Fasten off.
- Hat:
- Start with a magic ring using black or desired hat color 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 to the head.
- Accessories:
- Use contrasting yarn to create a small cape or scarf.
- Add tiny embellishments like a star or moon to the hat.
- Attach the keychain ring to the top of the witch’s hat.
- Assembly:
- Weave in all loose ends and secure.
- Style the witch with any additional accessories you like, such as a broomstick or a small charm.
- Head:
- Final Touches:
- Personalize your witch by adding details like hair, or even a small cauldron for her to hold.
Conclusion
Like many of you, crochet is my happy place. And there’s just something about making this tiny witch that feels especially soothing. Maybe it’s the repetitive rounds, or maybe it’s watching her come to life stitch by stitch — but it gave me that warm, fuzzy feeling we all chase when we sit down with a hook and some yarn.
And let’s be honest… some days all we want is to create something cute and joyful with our hands, right? This little witch delivers just that.
Crafting an amigurumi witch keychain is a rewarding and creative project that brings a bit of whimsy into your everyday life. This adorable little witch, with her detailed features and playful design, is perfect for adding a magical touch to your keys. Whether for yourself or as a handmade gift, this crochet project is sure to be a favorite!
The Amigurumi Witch Keychain is one of those projects that packs a whole lot of personality into a small bundle of yarn. Whether you’re a seasoned amigurumi maker or trying your hand at your first doll, this pattern offers just the right mix of fun and challenge.
She’s sweet, spooky, and totally spellbinding. And every time I clip her to my bag, I smile — because I know she was made with love, one tiny stitch at a time.
So grab your yarn and let the magic begin. Happy crocheting, my fellow witches!