Learn how to crochet a lovely popcorn flower that can be used as a keychain or a Christmas ornament with a step-by-step tutorial from HopefulTurns. The pattern is quick and easy, making it perfect last-minute decor. It features a tassel and decorative beads also which makes it look lovely for hanging.

The complete guide for crocheting this popcorn flower keychain will be available at the end of this post. Here we explain more about this project!

Popcorn Flower Keychain Ornament Tutorial

Skills Used: Skills include creating a magic ring, single crochet, double crochet, popcorn stitch for texture, chaining, slip stitching for joins, and color changes. The tutorial also demonstrates how to make a functional hanging loop for keychains and ornaments, attach beads, and create a tassel for additional embellishment.

Guide Span: 18 Minutes Only

Personalization Tips: Instead of the classic red, white, and green for Christmas ornament, you can use self-striping pastel colors or pink shades as shown in the tutorial. The size can be adjusted by using thinner or thicker yarn and hooks, while the hanging loop can be replaced with a ribbon, metal keychain ring, or braided cord.

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Flower Keychain Ornament Tutorial

This step-by-step tutorial provides a quick and easy guide for crocheting a popcorn flower keychain, which can also double as a Christmas ornament, bag charm, or appliqué. The tutorial covers how to create the base, crochet textured popcorn stitch petals, add a second layer of petals, and finish with a hanging loop and optional tassel. Here is a quick overview of this guide:

Materials

Yarn:
- Any weight (sample uses DK-weight 100% cotton)
- Colors: At least 3 (suggested: red, white, green)
- Optional: Variegated yarn for a unique look
Hook: 4.5 mm crochet hook (or suitable for your yarn)
Scissors
Darning needle
Small bead (optional—for ornament center or tassel detail)
Keyring (optional)
Tassel:
- Piece of cardboard or card (for wrapping yarn)
- Additional yarn for tassel (green recommended)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st – stitch
popcorn st – popcorn stitch (see special notes)

Special Notes

Popcorn Stitch: Work 5 dc into same st, remove hook, insert into first dc made, pull the last loop through to close the popcorn.
Make in under 10 minutes with single colors; multicolor options may take more time.
Optional: beads and tassel for extra decoration.

Pattern

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1. Flower Center (Round 1)

With Color A (e.g., Green):

Make a slip knot.
Ch 4, join with sl st to first chain to form a ring. (Alternatively, start with a magic ring.)
Ch 1 (does not count as stitch).
Work into ring: 8 sc. (8 sts)
Sl st to first sc to join.
Fasten off (if changing color), or continue.

2. Popcorn Round (Round 2)

With Color B (e.g., White):

Attach yarn to any st with a sl st.
Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
In same st, work 4 dc.
Make first popcorn: remove hook from last loop, insert hook into top of ch-3, pull loop through (popcorn st formed).
Ch 3.

In next st:

Work 5 dc, form popcorn st as above, ch 3.
Repeat from * around for a total of 8 popcorn stitches (one in each sc).
After last popcorn, ch 3, sl st to top of first popcorn st (insert hook into top of popcorn to join).
Fasten off (if changing color), or continue.

3. Petal Round (Round 3)

With Color C (e.g., Red):

Attach yarn to the top of any popcorn st with a sl st.

Repeat for each ch-3 space:

Into ch-3 space:
- 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc
Sl st to top of next popcorn st.
Repeat for all 8 petals, working into all ch-3 spaces.
After last petal, sl st to top of first popcorn st to finish the round.

4. Optional Hanging Loop

If making as an ornament, after last petal, ch 15 (adjust length as needed for hanging).
Sl st to first ch to form loop.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

5. Optional Tassel

With Color D (e.g., Green):

Wrap yarn around piece of cardboard/card about 5–6 times (more for thicker tassel).
Cut yarn, slide bundle off.
Take a separate strand, tie tightly around bundle’s top, knot securely.
Cut the opposite end to release strands.
Use another strand and wrap tightly near the top, knot and weave ends.
Attach bead by threading tassel ends through (if desired).
Use a yarn needle to pass ends through ornament, knot on the back, weave in all ends.

6. Optional Center Bead

Sew a bead securely in the flower’s center using yarn or embroidery thread.
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Conclusion

This festive popcorn flower is a speedy, stylish project ideal for last-minute gifts, ornaments, or accessories. With basic stitches and a simple construction, even beginners can achieve beautiful results. Further personalize with beads or tassels, and use as a bag charm, Christmas ornament, or keychain.

Pattern Correction & Tips

Correction: If petals seem tight, use a larger hook or loosen tension.
When creating popcorn stitches, always remove the hook and reinsert into the base of the sequence for maximum texture.
For a smoother join, slip stitch into the actual top of the popcorn (not just the ch-3) when ending rounds.
To avoid too many ends at one point, change color at different spots; weave in ends well.
Adjust tassel thickness and length to your preference.