Crochet Bunny Keychain Pattern | Cute Amigurumi Bunny Keychain Free Crochet Tutorial

There is something irresistibly charming about a tiny crocheted bunny dangling from a set of keys. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter looking for a quick and satisfying project or a beginner eager to try your hand at amigurumi, this free crochet bunny keychain pattern is exactly what you need. Small enough to finish in an afternoon, sweet enough to give as a gift, and useful enough to use every single day, this little bunny has it all.

In this tutorial, you will find everything you need to create your own adorable amigurumi bunny keychain from scratch. I have included a full materials list, detailed stitch counts, step-by-step instructions for each part of the bunny, and tips for assembling and finishing your project. By the end, you will have a precious little bunny that fits right in the palm of your hand and goes wherever your keys take you.

Why You Will Love This Amigurumi Bunny Keychain

Before we dive into the pattern, let me tell you a few reasons why this project deserves a spot at the top of your crochet queue.

First, it is incredibly fast. Most crocheters can complete one bunny in two to three hours, making it perfect for a relaxing weekend afternoon or a few evenings after work. Because each piece is so small, even the assembly goes quickly once you get the hang of it.

Second, it is budget-friendly. This pattern uses only a small amount of yarn, so it is a wonderful way to use up scraps from larger projects. A single skein of yarn can yield many, many bunnies, which makes this an excellent choice if you want to make a batch of handmade gifts for friends, teachers, coworkers, or a craft fair.

Third, this pattern is beginner-friendly. If you already know how to crochet a magic ring, single crochet, increase, decrease, and slip stitch, you have all the skills you need. I will walk you through every step clearly so you never feel lost.

Fourth, the possibilities for customization are endless. Change the yarn color to make a white, grey, brown, black, or even pastel rainbow bunny. Add different embellishments, experiment with yarn textures, or swap out the safety eyes for embroidered ones to make the bunny safe for young children.

Materials You Will Need

Gathering your supplies before you begin makes the whole process smoother and more enjoyable. Here is what you will need to make this crochet bunny keychain.

Yarn: A small amount of light worsted weight yarn (size 3 or DK weight) in your chosen bunny color. You will also want a tiny bit of pink or contrasting yarn for the inner ears and nose details. Approximately 15 to 20 grams of the main color is more than enough for one keychain.

Hook: A 2.5mm or 3mm crochet hook works well with DK or light worsted yarn for amigurumi. Using a hook slightly smaller than recommended on your yarn label helps create a tighter fabric so the stuffing does not show through.

Safety eyes: Two 6mm or 8mm black safety eyes. If you are making this for a child under three years of age, embroider the eyes with black embroidery floss instead and skip the safety eyes entirely.

Stuffing: A small amount of polyester fiberfill stuffing. You only need a pinch or two per bunny since these are so tiny.

Stitch marker: A split-ring stitch marker or a piece of scrap yarn to mark the beginning of each round.

Tapestry needle: A blunt tapestry or yarn needle for sewing pieces together and weaving in ends.

Scissors: Sharp scissors for cutting yarn cleanly.

Key ring or keychain hardware: A standard metal split ring keychain, approximately 25mm in diameter.

Optional: A small jump ring and a lobster clasp if you want the bunny to be easily removable from your keychain.

Abbreviations and Stitches Used

This pattern is written in American crochet terminology.

MR — Magic ring (also called magic circle)
ch — Chain
sl st — Slip stitch
sc — Single crochet
inc — Increase (2 single crochets in the same stitch)
dec — Invisible decrease (insert hook into the front loop of the next two stitches and single crochet them together)
st(s) — Stitch(es)
BLO — Back loop only
FLO — Front loop only
rnd — Round

Gauge and Sizing

Gauge is not critical for this pattern since the finished size can vary slightly without affecting the overall look. That said, with a 3mm hook and DK weight yarn, your finished bunny should measure approximately 7 to 9 centimeters tall (about 3 to 3.5 inches) from the bottom of the body to the tips of the ears. This is the perfect size for a keychain charm.

Part One: The Body

The body of your amigurumi bunny keychain is worked in continuous rounds, which means you do not join at the end of each round with a slip stitch. Instead, you place your stitch marker at the first stitch of each round and move it up as you work.

Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Work 6 sc into the ring and pull the tail to close. (6 sts)

Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3: [Sc 1, inc] 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4: [Sc 2, inc] 6 times. (24 sts)

Rounds 5–10: Sc in each st around for 6 rounds. (24 sts)

Round 11: [Sc 2, dec] 6 times. (18 sts)

At this point, insert your safety eyes between rounds 6 and 7, approximately 6 stitches apart. This is also the time to add a small embroidered nose using your pink or contrast yarn. Use your tapestry needle to embroider a tiny Y-shape or V-shape just below the center point between the eyes. Weave in that yarn end securely before continuing.

Round 12: [Sc 1, dec] 6 times. (12 sts)

Now stuff the body firmly with fiberfill. You want it to feel plump and round, not lumpy or floppy. Do not overstuff or the seams will gap, but do make sure the body holds its shape.

Round 13: Dec 6 times. (6 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a short tail. Use your tapestry needle to close the remaining hole by weaving the tail through the front loops of the 6 remaining stitches and pulling gently to gather. Weave in the end securely.

Part Two: The Ears

The ears are the most defining feature of any bunny, so take your time with them. Each ear is made in two colors if you want a contrasting inner ear, or in a single color if you prefer a simpler look. Make two.

With your main color:

Round 1: MR, 4 sc into the ring. (4 sts)

Round 2: Inc in each st. (8 sts)

Rounds 3–7: Sc in each st around. (8 sts)

If you want a contrasting inner ear, change to your pink or accent yarn at the end of round 7. Fasten off your main color, leaving a tail. Work the inner ear in flat rows by folding the ear slightly and single crocheting across the front four stitches for two rows, then fasten off. This creates a subtle indented effect that gives the ear dimension.

If you prefer a single-color ear, simply fasten off after round 7 with a tail long enough for sewing.

Flatten each ear before sewing it on to give it that classic floppy bunny shape. Do not stuff the ears.

Part Three: The Arms

The arms are small and simple. Make two.

Round 1: MR, 4 sc into the ring. (4 sts)

Round 2: Inc in each st. (8 sts)

Rounds 3–6: Sc in each st around. (8 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long sewing tail. Do not stuff the arms; leave them flat and flexible so they hang naturally at the bunny’s sides.

Part Four: The Legs

The legs give your bunny a little character and help it sit upright if you ever want to display it on a shelf. Make two.

Round 1: MR, 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)

Round 2: Inc in each st. (12 sts)

Rounds 3–4: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 5: [Sc 2, dec] 3 times. (9 sts)

Rounds 6–8: Sc in each st around. (9 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff just the foot (the wider rounded bottom section) lightly, leaving the upper leg portion flat so the bunny bends naturally at the hip when attached.

Part Five: The Tail

A bunny without a fluffy little tail is simply incomplete. The tail is the quickest part of the whole project.

Round 1: MR, 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)

Round 2: Inc in each st. (12 sts)

Round 3: [Sc 1, dec] 4 times. (8 sts)

Stuff very lightly, fasten off with a long tail for sewing, and set aside.

Assembling Your Amigurumi Bunny Keychain

Assembly is where all the individual pieces come together into your finished bunny, and it is one of the most satisfying parts of the whole process. Take your time positioning each piece before sewing it down permanently.

Ears: Pin or hold the ears to the top of the head, approximately 2 to 3 stitches apart at the center top of the body. The ears should be positioned between rounds 1 and 4 of the head (remember, the head and body are worked as one piece, so the top of the body is the head). Sew each ear firmly in place using the tapestry needle and the long tail, going through several stitches of both the ear base and the body to create a secure attachment. Weave in the end invisibly.

Arms: Attach the arms on either side of the body, between rounds 10 and 11 (just below the widest part of the body, which is roughly the “shoulder” area). Position them so they angle slightly downward and forward. Sew through the base of each arm and into the body several times for a strong hold.

Legs: Attach the legs to the bottom of the body, on either side of the center seam. Position them so the feet point forward and slightly outward, like a bunny sitting up straight. Sew securely, going through the top of each leg and anchoring into the base of the body.

Tail: Sew the tail to the back center of the body, between rounds 8 and 10. A fluffy little pompom made from yarn scraps also works beautifully here if you prefer an even fluffier tail.

Attaching the Keychain Ring

This is the step that transforms your adorable amigurumi bunny into a functional accessory. There are a few ways to attach the keychain hardware.

The simplest method is to use a short length of yarn or a small piece of chain to create a loop at the very top of the bunny’s head, between the ears. Thread a 10cm length of yarn through the top of the head using your tapestry needle, bring both ends through the split ring of your keychain hardware, and tie a secure knot. Trim the ends neatly and weave them in.

For a cleaner, more polished finish, use a small jump ring looped through the top of the bunny’s head and connected to a lobster clasp or directly to the key ring. To do this, thread the jump ring through a stitch at the very top of the head before weaving in your yarn ends, then close the jump ring securely with flat-nose pliers.

Tips for the Best Results

Amigurumi is a wonderfully forgiving craft, but a few small habits make a big difference in the finished look of your bunny.

Always use a hook slightly smaller than your yarn label suggests for amigurumi. This creates a denser fabric that hides your stuffing and holds its shape better over time.

The invisible decrease (using front loops only) creates a much smoother, less bumpy surface than a standard decrease. It is worth taking the extra second to work it correctly.

Do not rush the stuffing. Adding stuffing too early makes it difficult to work the decreases smoothly, but waiting until the opening is very small can make it hard to get the stuffing in evenly. The sweet spot is adding stuffing after the decreasing rounds have brought the opening down to about 12 stitches, then finishing the remaining decrease rounds.

For the neatest seams when sewing pieces together, use the mattress stitch or a whip stitch in the same yarn color as the pieces being joined. Pull each stitch firmly and consistently so the seam lies flat.

Customization Ideas

One of the most joyful things about this pattern is how easy it is to make each bunny feel unique. Here are some ideas to spark your creativity.

Try making a floppy-eared version by elongating the ears slightly and leaving them unstructured so they hang down on either side of the face instead of standing upright. This gives a very different, dreamy vibe to the finished bunny.

Use variegated or speckled yarn for a bunny with a naturally dappled coat. Gradient or self-striping yarn creates beautiful effects even on such a small piece.

Dress your bunny up with a tiny crocheted bow or a little scarf made from a narrow strip of contrasting yarn tied around the neck. Even the smallest accessories add enormous personality.

Add blush to the cheeks by lightly dabbing a small amount of pink chalk or cosmetic blush directly onto the finished yarn using a cotton swab. This gives your bunny a rosy, lived-in look that is absolutely adorable.

Make a whole family of bunnies in different sizes by simply adjusting your yarn weight and hook size. A bulky yarn version makes a sweet plush toy, while a fingering weight version creates a truly micro-sized charm.

Gifting and Packaging Ideas

If you are making these bunny keychains as gifts, a little thoughtful packaging goes a long way. Tie a small gift tag to the key ring with a handwritten note. Tuck the bunny into a small kraft paper envelope or a clear favor bag tied with twine for a charming handmade touch.

These bunnies are especially popular as Easter gifts, baby shower favors, party goodie bag additions, or just a sweet way to say you are thinking of someone. Because they are so quick to make, you can whip up a dozen for a modest investment of time and yarn.

They also sell beautifully at craft markets and holiday fairs. Displayed in a little basket or strung across a simple clothesline display, they draw attention instantly and appeal to customers of all ages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different yarn weight for this pattern? Yes, absolutely. Keep in mind that using a thicker yarn will result in a larger bunny and using thinner yarn will produce a smaller one. Adjust your hook size accordingly and expect to use slightly more or less stuffing.

How do I make the eyes safe for babies and toddlers? Skip the safety eyes entirely and embroider the eyes using black embroidery floss or yarn. A French knot or a small satin stitch works perfectly. Make sure all yarn ends are woven in very securely.

My bunny looks lumpy. What went wrong? Lumpiness usually comes from uneven stuffing or working your decreases through both loops instead of just the front loops. Try adding small, pinched pieces of stuffing gradually rather than large chunks, and practice the invisible decrease technique.

How do I prevent the head from flopping forward? Make sure the ears are sewn on securely and positioned evenly. If the head still tips, you can add a small stitch or two through the body at the neck area to anchor the head position.

Can I wash the finished keychain? Yes, most acrylic yarns are machine washable on a gentle cycle. If your yarn is a natural fiber like wool or cotton, hand wash gently in cool water and reshape while damp. Allow to air dry completely before use