Discover how to create a charming no-sew fish keychain using basic crochet techniques, perfect for beginners. The tutorial also guides you on adding final touches like slip stitches, eyes, and assembling the piece into a vibrant handmade keychain. Follow through with us for the complete tutorial to crochet this fish keychain!

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Free Crochet Fish Keychain Pattern

Materials

• Cotton yarn – Small amounts in your desired color
• Hook: 2.5–3.5 mm (match to yarn weight for tight amigurumi work)
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or scrap yarn
• Yarn/tapestry needle: For sewing/weaving in ends
• Scissors
• Stitch marker: (optional, for first sc)
• Keychain ring
• Small safety eyes, beads, or black thread for eyes

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• tr – treble (triple) crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rep – repeat
• inc – increase (2 sc in same st)

Special Notes

• The pattern is worked flat in rows and then assembled to create a double-sided fish.
• To keep shapes neat, use a fairly tight tension.
• Instructions use “join both sides” when working through both corresponding sts to join two body layers.
• This project is worked in a single piece; no separate sewing for fins or tail (other than attaching eyes and keychain).

Pattern

Fish Tail (First Side)

1. Ch 7.
2. Working in 2nd ch from hook:
   • Row: sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc (6 sts; working back toward base of chain).
3. Ch 7.
4. Repeat tail sequence in 2nd ch from hook:
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   sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc.
5. Join lower corners of both tail sides with sc.

Fish Body (First Side)

6. Ch 15.
7. Working in 2nd ch from hook across:
   • sc in first st, hdc in next st, dc in next 3 sts, tr in next 4 sts, dc in next 3 sts, hdc in next st, sc in last st (15 sts).
8. Without turning, rotate to work on opposite side of the foundation chain.
   • sc in first st, hdc in next st, dc in next 3 sts, tr in next 4 sts, dc in next 3 sts, hdc in next st, sc in last st.

Fish Body (Second Side)

9. Ch 15.
10. As before, working in 2nd ch, repeat the shaping:

• sc, hdc, dc x3, tr x4, dc x3, hdc, sc (work down chain), then on opposite edge, repeat sc, hdc, dc x3, tr x4, dc x3, hdc, sc.

11. After both body sides are complete, align the sides together.
    • With hook still attached, begin joining the edges using sc through both sides, one pair of sts at a time, to the head/mouth area.
    • Stuff lightly with fiberfill before fully closing the body.
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Fins (Wings)

• At the “neck” area, ch 1, hdc in next st (joining both sides),
• In the next st, work 2 dc (through both sides) in same st.
• In next st, work tr (through both sides), ch 4, sc into same st (this forms the top fin).
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Final Assembly

• Continue to sc through both sides down the body, working toward tail, joining sides securely.
• When reaching the tail, sc through both sides for 6 sts, closing the tail.
• Work sl st evenly around tail edges for a neat finish; fasten off.
• Weave in all ends.

Finishing Touches

• Attach eyes (sew, glue, or embroider).
• Attach keychain ring to tail or head as desired.
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Conclusion

You have created a seamless, sturdy, and adorable fish keychain! This pattern is beginner-friendly and works entirely in one piece, needing minimal finishing. Use different yarn colors or add embellishments for customization.

Pattern Correction

• Be sure to work both sides of each foundation chain to achieve symmetry.
• Maintain stitch counts when joining sides to ensure neat alignment.
• Add stuffing before closing fully.

Tips

• For keychains, keep stuffing light for a flatter finish.
• Add a drop of glue to secure the keychain ring if needed.
• Use bright, contrasting colors for details or stripes for added character.