Make Crochet Cutie: Adorable Snake Keychain Amigurumi — Step-by-Step Pattern

Intro: Cute Crochet Snake Keychain

Meet Crochet Cutie, a tiny snake amigurumi designed to brighten your keys or bag. This compact, easy-to-carry keychain uses simple rounds of single crochet and a few finishing touches (bow and tongue) to create a charming handmade accessory. The pattern below uses DROPS Safran in Mint and Desert Rose, but you can substitute similar 4-ply yarns.

Materials

• 6 mm safety eyes (optional) or embroidery thread for stitched eyes
• Crochet hook 2.5 mm
• Toy stuffing
• 4-ply yarn (Mint for body; Desert Rose for bow & tongue)
• Tapestry needle
• Embroidery thread
• Scissors
• Stitch marker
• Sewing pins

Recommended Yarn

• DROPS SAFRAN MINT #50 (head, body, tail)
• DROPS SAFRAN DESERT ROSE #01 (bow, tongue)
• 1 ball of each color

Abbreviations & Terms

• ch = chain
• st = stitch
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• inv dec = invisible decrease
• (...) = repeat instructions in brackets
• FO = finish off
• R = round
• hdc = half double crochet
• BLO = back loops only
• FLO = front loops only

Notes Before You Start

Work the snake from the bottom up. Cut a small cardboard circle and place it at the bottom of R5 if you want a flattened base for stability. Eyes can be embroidered about 12–13 rows from the top with a gap of 7–8 stitches, or use 6 mm safety eyes. Embroider a mouth approximately 4 stitches wide a few rows below the eyes. Stuff lightly as you go.

Step-by-Step: Body & Head (Mint Yarn)

• R1: 6 sc into magic ring (6)
• R2: inc x6 (12)
• R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
• R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
• R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
• R6: BLO sc all around (30)
• R7–R19: sc all around (30) [13 rounds]
• R20: FLO (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
• R21: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
• R22–R31: sc all around (42) [10 rounds]
• R32: (5 sc, inv dec) x6 (36)
• R33: (4 sc, inv dec) x6 (30)
• R34: (3 sc, inv dec) x6 (24)
• R35: (2 sc, inv dec) x6 (18)
• R36: (sc, inv dec) x6 (12)
• R37: inv dec x6 (6)

Finish off and weave in excess yarn. If using a safety eye, insert it before stuffing enough to shape the head; for embroidered eyes, stitch them at the recommended placement (about 12–13 rows from the top, 7–8 stitches apart).

Tail (Mint Yarn)

Lightly stuff as you work. Adjust tail length to preference; recommended tail wraps twice around the body.

• R1: 3 sc in magic ring (3)
• R2: inc x3 (6)
• R3: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
• R4–R87: sc all around (9) [83 rounds]
• R88: 4 sc across opening to close

Finish off and weave in ends. Wrap and secure tail around the snake body as desired.

Tongue (Desert Rose Yarn)

• R1: Ch 5, sl st in 2nd st from hook, sl st, ch 3, sl st in 2nd st from hook, 2 sl st in remaining stitches. Attach to bottom of mouth and weave in leftover yarn.

Decorative Bow (Desert Rose Yarn)

• R1: Ch 26, hdc in 2nd st from hook, hdc in each st along chain (24)
• R2: Ch 1, turn, hdc across (24)
• R3: Repeat R2

Finish off leaving a long tail. Sew ends together to form a loop, flatten, then wrap yarn around the center to create a bow shape. Attach securely to the snake (top of head or around neck area).

Finishing & Keychain Assembly

Weave in all yarn tails neatly. If you want to convert this amigurumi into a keychain, attach a small keyring or lobster clasp to the top of the head or to a securely sewn loop before closing the final stitches. Ensure all attachments are firmly sewn for durability.

Tips & Variations

• Use embroidery eyes for a fully soft/safe toy or safety eyes for a glossy eye effect (avoid safety eyes if the item is for very young children).
• Change yarn colors for stripes or a different look—just switch colors in the rounds where desired.
• If your stitches are loose, use a slightly smaller hook to avoid stuffing showing through.

Enjoy Your Handmade Keychain

Attach to your keys, backpack, or give as a handmade gift. Congratulations on completing Crochet Cutie — a sweet and portable amigurumi snake!