Crochet Chick in a Hat Keychain Amigurumi

This crochet chick in a hat keychain is a small yellow chick with a cozy animal cap on its head. The cap can look like a frog or a duck, so you can pick the style you like. It also works as a bag charm or a handmade gift, because you attach a keychain ring to the top of the hat.

The guide follows the video. Next, you will make the hat, the beak, and the feet. Finally, you will add the face and the keychain ring.

Crochet Chick in a Hat Keychain Materials

Gather your supplies before you start. Otherwise, you may have to stop in the middle of a round.

• Yarn: Amigurumi cotton yarn or milk cotton yarn in these colours:
  • Yellow: the chick’s body and head.
  • Orange or yellow-orange: the beak and feet.
  • Green or a contrasting colour: the decorative animal hat.
  • Black: the eyes and eyelashes, if you embroider them.
• Crochet hook: A size that suits your yarn, such as 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm.
• Safety eyes: Small ones, such as 5 mm or 6 mm, or black embroidery thread.
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill.
• Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors, and a keychain ring.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

Because the pattern uses US terms, check this list before you begin.

• MR: magic ring
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: decrease (2 stitches single crocheted together)
• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• R1, R2, and so on: round 1, round 2, and so on

Crochet Chick in a Hat Keychain: Step-by-Step Instructions

Work in continuous rounds, and mark the first stitch of each round. As a result, it is easy to keep your count.

Step 1: Start the Crochet Chick in a Hat Keychain With the Body

Use yellow yarn.

1. R1: First, work 6 sc into a magic ring. (6 sts)
2. R2: Then work inc in every stitch around. (12 sts)
3. R3: Next, work [1 sc, inc] 6 times. (18 sts)
4. R4: After that, work [2 sc, inc] 6 times. (24 sts)
5. R5: Now work [3 sc, inc] 6 times. (30 sts)
6. R6–R9: Sc in each stitch around for 4 rounds. (30 sts)
7. R10: Then work [3 sc, dec] 6 times. (24 sts)
8. R11: Next, work [2 sc, dec] 6 times. (18 sts)
9. Stuffing: Before you close the body, stuff the body and head firmly with fiberfill.
10. R12: After that, work [1 sc, dec] 6 times. (12 sts)
11. R13: Finally, work 6 dec to close. (6 sts) Fasten off, and weave in the ends.

If you use safety eyes, insert them before you stuff the head. Otherwise, you can embroider the eyes later in Step 4.

Step 2: Make the Cute Hat (Frog or Duck Cap)

Use your hat color, such as green.

1. R1: First, work 6 sc in a magic ring. (6 sts)
2. R2: Then work inc in every stitch around. (12 sts)
3. R3: Next, work [1 sc, inc] 6 times. (18 sts)
4. R4: After that, work [2 sc, inc] 6 times. (24 sts)
5. R5: Now work [3 sc, inc] 6 times. (30 sts)
6. R6–R8: Sc in each stitch around for 3 rounds. (30 sts)
7. Finally, fasten off, and leave a long tail. Sew or glue the hat onto the top of the chick’s head. If you like, add tiny frog or duck eyes or other details to the hat.

Step 3: Add the Beak and the Feet

1. Beak: With orange yarn, work a small triangular piece, or a few chains and stitches. Then sew it to the face, right under the place where the hat meets the head.
2. Feet: Next, crochet tiny feet in orange yarn. After that, sew them to the bottom of the chick’s body.

Step 4: Finish the Crochet Chick in a Hat Keychain

1. Eyes: Attach small safety eyes, or embroider sleepy or happy eyes with black thread, below the hat brim.
2. Keychain ring: Finally, secure a metal keychain ring or strap to the top of the hat. Check that everything is firmly attached before daily use as a bag charm or key ring.

Hat Style Ideas

The hat is where you can show some personality, so a few options are worth a thought.

• Frog or duck. The video suggests both, so pick the one you like best.
• Contrast colour. Green works well, although any colour that stands out from the yellow body will do.
• Tiny details. Also, you can add small eyes or other details to the hat if you like.
• Sew or glue. Either way, the hat should sit firmly on the head.

Crochet Chick in a Hat Keychain FAQ

Is the crochet chick in a hat keychain beginner friendly?

The video calls it beginner-friendly. It uses the magic ring, single crochet, increases, and decreases. Still, the small pieces take some patience.

Can I choose a different hat?

Yes, the pattern suggests a frog or a duck cap. So you can use another color or add your own small details.

Which yarn works best?

The pattern suggests amigurumi cotton or milk cotton yarn. Also, a small hook keeps the stitches tight, so the stuffing does not show.

Can I embroider the eyes instead?

Yes, the materials list allows black embroidery thread. It is also a good choice if the toy is for a small child.

Should I sew or glue the hat?

Either works, since the pattern allows both. However, make sure the hat is firmly attached before you use the chick as a keychain.

Little Chick, Big Charm

Now every part is done, from the first magic ring to the keychain ring on top of the hat. So take your time with the face and the hat, because those two details give the chick its charm. Then clip it to your bag or keys, and enjoy it every day.