Tiny Crochet My Melody Keychain Pattern That Pops With Style

This crochet My Melody keychain pattern offers a delightful and creative way to make a charming accessory that you can carry with you everywhere. Inspired by the popular character, the keychain features a cute donut base, a playful bow, and adorable details like the face and ears.

Unlike mass-produced items, this keychain can be customized in colors, expressions, and size, making it uniquely yours. Beyond its visual appeal, making or owning one encourages creativity, patience, and attention to detail. Its soft texture is safe for all ages, and it’s durable enough to withstand daily use while keeping its shape and cuteness. The overall look is playful, vibrant, and instantly eye-catching, making it a practical yet charming accessory. With its blend of beauty and functionality, this keychain is a delightful addition to any collection.

Materials

Crochet Keychains My Melody

Whether you’re looking to add a touch of cuteness to your bags or create a unique handmade gift for friends, this pattern is versatile and customizable. Perfect for crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels, it combines easy-to-follow steps with colorful yarn choices, making it a fun project for both beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Uses and Special Features

• Keychain: Its compact size is ideal for decorating backpacks, purses, or keys.

• Sanrio Themed: Features the iconic My Melody hood and ears.

• Donut Hybrid: The character sits “inside” or as part of a donut shape, which serves as a unique base.

Level of Difficulty

• Intermediate: Requires knowledge of working in rounds, color changes, and joining two separate pieces with a single crochet border.

The Donut Base

First part:

• Round 1: Chain 14 stitches, then join with a slip stitch in the first chain to form a circle.

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• Round 2: Single crochet (sc) in each of the 14 stitches (14 sc total).

• Round 3: Sc in the first stitch, then make an increase (inc) in the next. Repeat until the end (21 stitches).

• Round 4: Sc in the next two stitches, then inc in the next. Repeat until the end (28 stitches).

• Round 5: Sc in the next three stitches, then inc in the next. Repeat until the end (35 stitches).

• Rounds 6-8: Single crochet in each of the 35 stitches for three rounds.

• Final step: Slip stitch in the next space and cut the yarn.

Second part:

• Attach the new color and make a single crochet in the same space.

• Round 1: Single crochet in each of the 14 stitches.

• Round 2: Make an increase (inc), followed by a sc in the next stitch. Repeat until the end (21 stitches).

• Round 3: Sc in the next two stitches, followed by an inc in the next. Repeat until the end (28 stitches).

• Round 4: Sc in the next three stitches, followed by an inc in the next. Repeat until the end (35 stitches).

• Rounds 5-7: Single crochet in each of the 35 stitches for three rounds.

• Final step: Slip stitch in the next space and cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.

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• Assembly: Join the two sides by single crocheting around the edge, stuffing it as you go.

The Face and Head

• Round 1: Start with a magic ring and make 8 single crochets inside it.

• Round 2: Make an increase in each of the 8 stitches (16 stitches).

• Round 3: Sc in the next stitch, then an inc in the next. Repeat until the end (24 stitches).

• Round 4: Sc in the next two stitches, then an inc in the next. Repeat until the end (32 stitches).

• Rounds 5-10: Single crochet in each of the 32 stitches for six rounds.

• Round 11: Sc in the next two stitches, then a decrease (dec) in the next. Repeat until the end (24 stitches).

• Round 12: Sc in the next stitch, then a dec in the next. Repeat until the end (16 stitches). Begin stuffing.

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• Round 13: Make eight decreases (eight stitches).

• Final step: Slip stitch and leave a tail to close the hole and weave in the ends.

The Bow

• Round 1: Start with a magic ring and make eight single crochets inside it.

• Round 2: Make an increase in each of the eight stitches (16 stitches).

• Round 3: Sc in the next stitch, then an inc in the next. Repeat until the end (24 stitches).

• Round 4: Sc in the next two stitches, then an inc in the next. Repeat until the end (32 stitches).

• Rounds 5-11: Single crochet in each of the 32 stitches for seven rounds.

• Final step: Slip stitch and cut the yarn, then weave in the end.

Part 4: The Ears (Make 2)

• Round 1: Start with a magic ring and make six single crochets inside it.

• Round 2: Make an increase in each of the six stitches (12 stitches).

• Rounds 3-7: Single crochet in each of the 12 stitches for five rounds.

• Round 8: Sc in the next two stitches, then a decrease (dec) in the next. Repeat until the end (nine stitches).

• Round 9: Single crochet in each of the nine stitches.

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• Final step: Fold the ear in half and single crochet the two sides together to close the opening. Leave a long tail to sew the ears to the head.