Heartfelt Crocheted Keychain Perfect for Mother Day

Materials Needed:

• Cotton yarn in pink, white, and gray
• Crochet hook size 2.5 mm
• Embroidery floss in black
• Keychain ring
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Fiberfill (optional, for padding)

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec = decrease (sc two together)
• BLO = back loop only

Pattern:

Heart Shape:

1. With white yarn:
   • Row 1: Start with a magic ring, 6 sc in ring (6).
   • Row 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
   • Row 3: [Sc in next, inc in next] repeat around (18).
   • Row 4-6: Sc around (18).
   • Switch to pink yarn.
   • Row 7-9: Sc around (18).
   • Sl st and fasten off.
2. Repeat the steps for the second half of the heart.
3. Joining:
   • Hold both heart pieces wrong sides together, sc around both pieces to join. Stuff lightly before completely closing.

Embellishments:

1. Flowers (make 3 in different sizes):
   • Start with a magic ring, ch 2, 5 dc in ring, pull tight and sl st to first dc to form a small flower.
   • For larger flowers, add another round of [ch 2, dc in same space, dc in next dc, ch 2, sl st in same space] in each dc around.
2. Bow:
   • Chain 12, turn, hdc in third ch from hook and in each ch across (10 hdc).
   • Row 2-3: Ch 2, turn, hdc across (10).
   • Fasten off, wrap yarn around the center several times to form the bow shape.

Assembly:

1. Sew the flowers and the bow onto the heart as shown in the image.
2. Use black embroidery floss to embroider “Mother’s Day” in the center of the heart. Use a backstitch for clarity.
3. Attach the heart to a keychain ring through the top with a strong piece of yarn or a metal loop.

This pattern can be adjusted in size by changing the hook size or yarn thickness. Customize the colors and decorations to make it even more personal! Enjoy crafting this delightful gift.

Heartfelt Crocheted Keychain Perfect for Mother Day