Looking for a quick, charming project to brighten up your bag or keys? Learning how to make a cute crocheted daisy keychain is the perfect way to practice your stitching while creating a sweet, handmade accessory. These little flowers are beginner-friendly, use very little yarn, and make wonderful, thoughtful gifts for friends and family.
This project is designed to be completed in under an hour. Because the motif is small, it’s a fantastic way to use up those leftover scraps of yarn in your stash. Let’s grab your hook and get started on this delightful floral accessory!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight (Size 4) or DK weight (Size 3) in two colors (Yellow for the center, White for the petals).
- Crochet Hook: A size smaller than what is recommended on your yarn label (e.g., 3.5mm or 4.0mm) to ensure tight, neat stitches.
- Yarn needle: For weaving in ends.
- Scissors.
- Keychain hardware: A jump ring and a split ring or lobster clasp.
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single crochet
- dc: Double crochet
- sl st: Slip stitch
- st(s): Stitch(es)
- Note: Work in US crochet terms. Keep your tension firm to ensure the daisy maintains its shape after repeated use.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- The Center: With yellow yarn, make a magic ring. Ch 1, work 10 sc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Fasten off, leaving a short tail for weaving.
- The Petals: Attach white yarn to any stitch from the center round.
- Petal Pattern: *Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in last ch, sl st into the next stitch of the center.* Repeat from * to * 9 more times (for a total of 10 petals).
- Closing: After the last petal, sl st into the base of the first petal to secure. Fasten off and weave in all loose ends securely.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Weaving Ends: Since this item will experience daily wear and tear, be sure to weave your yarn ends back and forth multiple times under the stitches to prevent the daisy from coming undone.
- Adding the Hardware: Use a pair of pliers to gently open your jump ring. Slide it through the top of one of your flower petals, loop your keychain ring through, and squeeze the jump ring shut tightly.
- Stiffening: If you find your petals are curling, you can lightly mist the back of the finished daisy with a little bit of fabric stiffener or hairspray and lay it flat to dry. This helps the petals stay crisp and defined.
- Customization: Don’t be afraid to experiment with colors! You can make vibrant daisies with pink or purple petals to match your personal style or a specific bag.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: