Hey there, fellow yarn lover! Are you looking for a quick, adorable, and delightfully quirky project to stitch up this weekend? Look no further than this charming crocheted toilet paper keychain! It’s small, uses up leftover scraps from your stash, and brings a smile to anyone’s face.
Whether you want to gift it to a friend, add a funny little accessory to your own keys, or whip up inventory for your next craft fair, this beginner-friendly pattern is fast, functional, and oh-so-fun to make. Let’s grab our hooks and dive right in!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: Small amounts of lightweight (DK or Worsted weight) cotton yarn in white or cream (for the paper) and gray or beige (for the cardboard inner tube).
- Crochet Hook: Size 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm (use a smaller hook than recommended for your yarn to keep stitches tight and firm).
- Notions: Keychain ring, yarn needle, scissors, and a bit of polyester fiberfill stuffing.
- Optional: Small safety eyes or black embroidery thread if you want to add a cute little face!
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- US Terminology
- Ch: Chain
- St(s): Stitch(es)
- Sl st: Slip stitch
- Sc: Single crochet
- Inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- Dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- Rnd(s): Round(s)
- Note: The roll is worked in continuous spirals without joining rounds. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the start of each round.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- The Inner Tube (Gray/Beige): Ch 6, join with a sl st to form a ring. Rnd 1: Ch 1, work 6 sc into the ring (6 sts). Rnds 2-4: Sc in each st around (6 sts). Fasten off, leaving a short tail.
- The Toilet Paper Roll (White/Cream): Start with a magic ring. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into the magic ring (6 sts). Rnd 2: [Inc] 6 times (12 sts). Rnd 3: [Sc 1, inc] 6 times (18 sts). Rnd 4: Working in the back loops only (BLO), sc in each st around (18 sts). Rnds 5-8: Sc in both loops of each st around (18 sts). Rnd 9: Working in the front loops only (FLo), [sc 1, inc] around to create a ruffled edge that mimics unspooled paper, then sl st and fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Assembly: Slide the gray inner tube into the center of the white roll. Stuff lightly with fiberfill around the tube to give the roll a firm, rounded shape. Whip stitch the top and bottom openings closed around the tube if needed, or secure them neatly.
- Adding the Flap: Attach white yarn to the front of the roll and chain 4–5 stitches, then sl st back down to create a tiny hanging paper “flap” for extra cuteness.
- Attaching the Keychain: Securely attach your keychain ring to the top of the roll using a sturdy length of yarn or a small jump ring, weaving in all loose ends.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Keep Tension Firm: Because this is a miniature project, keeping your stitches tight prevents the stuffing from poking through the holes.
- Embroider a Face: If you love amigurumi, stitch a tiny smiling mouth and add safety eyes before stuffing the roll completely.
- Scrap Buster: This project is a fantastic way to use up cotton yarn scraps sitting at the bottom of your project bag.
- Secure the Hardware: Double-knot and weave in your keychain attachment yarn multiple times to ensure it withstands everyday wear and tear in a pocket or purse.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: