These crochet spiders are designed for makers who enjoy detailed, character-rich amigurumi pieces. They also add a playful touch to your holiday outfits or decorations. These mini crochet spiders are not spooky.
Crochet a Mini Spider Keychain
This crochet process is simple yet creative, using soft milk cotton yarn and a comfy crochet hook. The eyes, legs, and colorful body bring the Halloween mini spider keychain to life. As you fill it while crocheting, the shape becomes a soft and nicely rounded shape. Whether you make them black, orange, or red, each spider has its own playful personality.
Credit Crochet By Hui
Materials and Tools Needed:
- Yarn:
- Milk cotton yarn (4 strands) for the body (orange and yellow).
- Milk cotton yarn (2 strands) for the eyes (white).
- Optional colors for customization: black, red, etc.
- Crochet Hooks:
- 2.0mm crochet hook for the body.
- 1.5mm crochet hook for the eyes.
- Accessories:
- Two 4mm safety eyes.
- Lobster clasp for the keychain.
- 15mm brooch pin (optional if using as a brooch).
- Bead glue (for shaping or securing parts).
- Stuffing:
- Fiberfill for the body.
- Needle:
- Sewing/embroidery needle for assembling.
- Optional Additions:
- Red thread for decorative accents.
Finished Size:
- The finished spider is miniature in size, making it cute and not scary. Size may vary slightly depending on the yarn and hook used.
- Use thinner thread and smaller hooks for a smaller spider or thicker yarn and larger hooks for a larger one.
Customization Ideas:
- Color Options:
- Red and black for a spooky classic.
- Orange and yellow for a cheerful Halloween vibe.
- Different Eyes:
- Small embroidered eyes instead of safety eyes for a safer variant.
- Color the safety eyes white or red for added expression.
- Accessories:
- Attach a lobster clasp to turn it into a keychain.
- Add a brooch pin to wear it on clothing or a bag.
Pattern Abbreviations & Terminology:
The pattern uses standard US crochet terminology:
- ch = Chain
- sl st = Slip Stitch
- sc = Single Crochet
- inc = Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec = Decrease (Single crochet 2 stitches together)
- BLO = Back Loop Only
- FO = Fasten Off
Step-by-Step Detailed Instructions:
Part 1: Spider Body
- Round 1:
- Using 4 strands of milk cotton and a 2.0mm crochet hook, create a magic ring (or adjustable loop).
- ch 1, make 6 sc into the ring.
- When you reach the 6th stitch, prepare to change to orange yarn by leaving the last step of the sc incomplete, insert the hook into the 6th stitch, pull up a loop, switch to orange yarn, and pull through both loops. Tighten the yellow loop for a clean finish.
- Join with a sl st in the first sc. (6 sc)
- Round 2:
- ch 1, (sc, inc) around.
- Repeat this (6 sets total). On the last sc, prepare to change back to yellow yarn using the same thread-changing technique as above.
- (12 sc)
- Round 3:
- ch 1, (sc, sc, inc) around.
- Repeat this pattern for 6 cycles. Join with sl st in the first sc.
- (18 sc)
- Round 4:
- ch 1, sc in each stitch around (no increases).
- (18 sc)
- Round 5:
- Change to orange. ch 1, (sc in the next 5 stitches, inc) around.
- Repeat for 3 cycles.
- (21 sc)
- Round 6:
- Change to yellow. ch 1, sc in each stitch around.
- (21 sc)
- Round 7:
- Change to orange. ch 1, (sc in the next 5 stitches, dec) around.
- Repeat for 3 cycles.
- (18 sc)
- Round 8:
- Change to yellow. ch 1, sc in each stitch around.
- (18 sc)
- Round 9:
- ch 1, (sc, dec) around.
- Repeat for 6 cycles.
- (12 sc)
- Stuff the body with fiberfill at this stage.
- Round 10:
- Change to orange. ch 1, (sc in the next 2 stitches, dec) around.
- Repeat for 3 cycles.
- (9 sc)
- Round 11:
- ch 1, (sc in the next 2 stitches, inc) around.
- Repeat for 3 cycles.
- (12 sc)
- Round 12:
- ch 1, (sc, inc) around.
- Repeat for 6 cycles.
- (18 sc)
- Rounds 13 & 14:
- Work even rounds of 18 sc using orange and yellow as desired.
- Round 15:
- Follow the same pattern as above, reducing as necessary to shape the final body structure. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Part 2: Eyes (Make 2)
- Using 2 strands of milk cotton and a 1.5mm hook, create a magic ring.
- ch 1, make 6 sc in the ring.
- Tighten the loop and sl st into the first sc to close. FO and leave a long tail.
Part 3: Legs (Make 8)
- For the front legs, leave a 10cm tail and create a slip knot.
- ch 13, then work 12 sl st back along the chain.
- Leave a long tail and FO. Make 4 front legs.
- For the back legs, follow the same steps as above, but ch 14 and sl st into the 13 chains.
Part 4: Assembly
- Attach Eyes: Sew the eyes onto the spider body using the tails left from crocheting. Insert the 4mm safety eyes in the center of each eye before sewing them if desired.
- Sew Legs:
- Arrange the legs symmetrically, 4 on each side. Use the tails to sew them to the underside of the body.
- Optionally, you can add red thread to create decorative accents or add shaping using bead glue.
- Add Accessories: Attach a lobster clasp or brooch pin, depending on desired use.
Final Touches:
- Shape the spider by manipulating its legs for a creepier or cuter effect.
- Enjoy your adorable Halloween spider as a keychain, brooch, or festive accessory.
