Hello, fellow crochet lovers! If you are looking for a quick, adorable, and deeply satisfying project, you are going to fall in love with these little crocheted frog keychains. They are wonderfully versatile, beginner-friendly, and make fantastic handmade gifts or craft fair best-sellers.
Because they require just a tiny bit of yarn and a short time commitment, these friendly little frogs are the ultimate stash-busting project. Grab your hook, and let’s make a cute companion for your keys or backpack today!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Sport or DK weight cotton yarn (in green, plus small amounts of pink for cheeks or white for eyes)
- Matching crochet hook (e.g., 2.5mm or 3.0mm) to ensure tight stitches without gaps
- Polyfill fiberfill stuffing
- Safety eyes (6mm) or black embroidery floss
- Keyring or lobster clasp
- Tapestry needle and stitch marker
- Scissors
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- US Terminology
- MR: Magic Ring
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (work 2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- st(s): Stitch(es)
- Note: Work in continuous rounds without joining unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- Head & Body (Make 1 in Green):
Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (18 sts)
Rounds 4–6: Sc in each st around (18 sts)
Round 7: (1 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (12 sts). Insert safety eyes between Rounds 4 and 5, about 3 stitches apart, and stuff the body firmly with fiberfill.
Round 8: Dec 6 times (6 sts). Fasten off, leaving a tail, and weave through the front loops to close the opening. - Eye Bulges (Make 2 in Green):
Round 1: 5 sc in a MR (5 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st around (10 sts)
Round 3: Sc in each st around (10 sts). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. - Cheeks (Make 2 in Pink):
Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6 sts), join with a sl st. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing. - Assembly & Finishing:
Sew the eye bulges to the top of the head just above the safety eyes. Stitch the pink cheeks slightly below and to the outside of the eyes. Securely attach the keyring or lobster clasp to the top center of the frog’s head using sturdy yarn or a jump ring. Weave in all remaining ends.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Maintain Tight Tension: Keep your stitches snug so the fiberfill doesn’t peek through the gaps in your crochet work.
- Even Stuffing: Add your stuffing in small pinches to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth, professional, rounded shape.
- Use a Stitch Marker: Always use a marker at the start of your rounds in amigurumi projects to avoid losing count.
- Secure Your Hardware: Ensure the keyring attachment is double-knotted or securely sewn so your frog stays safely attached to your belongings.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: