How to Crochet Mini Dog Keychain for Kids

Learn how to crochet a mini crochet dog with today’s step-by-step tutorial from Luaji Crochet if you are looking for a cutest gift idea. This adorable little dog is part of a new mini amigurumi collection that also features other cute animals like a cat, pig, bunny, and fox. This cute dog amigurumi is of puppy style and also features a tiny bow tie and sitting pose.

You have a complete freedom to crochet it in any size and color combination. The tutor, Julia, explains each step clearly, starting with the head and body made in one piece, followed by the legs, ears, snout, and tail.

Find that complete video guide at the end of this post and for more information about this tutorial follow through with us till the end.

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Skills Needed: First, you need to know basic stitches like the slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), and how to work in the round, which is crucial for forming the dog’s head and body. You’ll also practice increasing and decreasing stitches and also working the front and back loops. Understanding how to join pieces together and how to sew small parts neatly is essential for assembling the legs, ears, snout, and tail.

Guide Span: 20 Minutes Only

Personalization Tips: A tiny bow, collar, or a little bell can give your dog a distinct personality. You can also experiment with different types of eyes, from embroidered ones to safety eyes, to make expressions from happy to goofy. Another idea is to add a small patch of contrasting color on the dog’s eye or back.

Crochet Mini Dog Tutorial

This tutorial presents a fun and beginner-friendly guide for crocheting a dog. The use of creative embellishments, such as a red bow and embroidered snout, adds personality and charm. This project offers an engaging way to practice amigurumi techniques while creating a versatile and adorable gift. Here is a quick overview of the crochet mini dog tutorial:

Crocheting the Dog’s Body: Begin the body with six single crochets (SC) in a magic ring. Gradually increase to form a round body.
Shaping: Alternate rounds of increases and single crochets to build the torso, then decrease for the neck.
Adding Limbs: Front Legs: Crochet small cylinders with six SC rounds, folding and stitching the ends closed for shape.
Back Legs: Start with half-double crochets (HDC) in a magic ring for a sturdier base.
Details and Assembly: Use SC rounds, tapering with decreases, and attach symmetrically on the head.
Tail and Snout: Use slip stitches for the tail and embroider the snout with black yarn for fine details.
Final Touches: Attach eyes, a red bow, and a keychain ring for a charming finish.

Supplies Used

Following are the supplies recommended by the tutor for crocheting this mini dog keychain:

2 mm crochet hook
DK weight yarn in desired colors
Safety eyes
Stuffing (fiberfill)
Stitch marker
Needle for sewing pieces together
Scissors

Stitches Used

Following are the core stitches used by the tutor and quick guides for crocheting each:

sc: Single Crochet – Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops on hook.
ch: Chain – Yarn over, pull through loop on hook.
inc: Increase – Work two single crochets into one stitch.
dec: Decrease – Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through all loops on hook.
flo: Front Loop Only – Work your stitch as usual, but insert your hook only under the front loop of the stitch.
blo: Back Loop Only – Work your stitch as usual, but insert your hook only under the back loop of the stitch.