Free Tiny Birdcage Keychain Crochet Pattern You’ll Want To Make
A tiny handmade project can sometimes make the biggest impression, and this birdcage keychain is a perfect example. This tiny birdcage keychain crochet pattern combines soft pastel colors with delicate details to create a charming accessory that looks beautiful on keys, bags, and everyday essentials.
A Charming Little Project For Any Crochet Collection
The miniature bird tucked inside the cage gives this design extra personality while keeping the project compact and enjoyable to make. Whether you’re creating handmade gifts, stocking a market table, or simply looking for a unique crochet accessory, this adorable keychain is sure to become a favorite.
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Crochet Pattern: Birdcage Keychain
Materials
• Fine cotton yarn
‣ Pastel Blue
‣ White
‣ Soft Yellow
‣ Light Pink (optional flower)
• 2.0 mm crochet hook
• Polyester fiberfill
• Keychain ring and clasp
• Yarn needle
• Stitch marker
• Scissors
Abbreviations
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
Bird
Using yellow yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc) x 6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4-6: 18 sc (18)
Insert stuffing.
R7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R8: (dec) x 6 (6)
FO, close opening.
Wings (Make 2)
Using white yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc) x 6 (12)
R3: 12 sc (12)
Fold flat and crochet through both sides with 6 sc.
FO leaving a tail.
Sew wings to the sides of the bird.
Beak
Using white yarn.
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
FO leaving a tail.
Sew between the eyes.
Cage Top
Using blue yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc) x 6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: BLO 24 sc (24)
R6-10: 24 sc (24)
FO.
Cage Bottom
Using blue yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc) x 6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: 24 sc (24)
FO leaving a long tail.
Cage Bars (12 Pieces)
Using white yarn.
Ch 9.
Starting in second chain from hook:
R1: 8 sc
FO leaving tails for sewing.
Assembly
Sew the bird to the center of the cage bottom.
Evenly sew the 12 white bars around the edge of the cage bottom.
Attach the cage top to the upper ends of the bars, keeping the cage slightly rounded as shown in the image.
Hanging Loop
Using blue yarn.
Ch 18.
Join into a loop with a sl st.
Attach securely to the center of the cage top.
Flower
Using pink yarn.
R1: 5 sc in MR (5)
R2: (ch 2, sl st in next st) x 5
FO.
Sew beside the hanging loop.
Keychain Attachment
Attach the metal ring through the hanging loop and secure firmly.
Finished size: approximately 7–9 cm (without hardware).