Free Crochet Pattern Keychain Duck Mimi
This pattern is quick and easy to crochet. The duck is a great project for beginners or those who need a fast gift or accessory. This adorable duck, only 12 cm big, is a sweet keychain or bag charm that brightens up every day. With its tiny swim ring and charming face, it's a perfect gift or special accessory for yourself. The duck is a symbol of luck and friendship and brings a smile to every face. It's a unique accessory that adds a pop of fun to your bag or keychain and brings a little joy to your day. The duck is a great gift for kids or adults who love to carry something sweet with them. It's the perfect companion for every day and brings a little joy and luck into your daily life. This pattern is perfect for using up yarn scraps. You can use different colors and textures to make your duck truly one-of-a-kind
Crochet hook size 2
For this pattern, you can use any yarn. Here's an example using Yarnart Jeans crochet yarn (50g = 160m)
Stuffing material
Eyes (4-5mm)
Glue, sewing needle
sc - single crochet
inc - increase
dec - decrease
()x - repeat instructions in parentheses x times
sl st - slip stitch
Tips:
- Read the pattern carefully before starting to ensure you understand all the steps.
- Choose the right yarn: Choose a yarn that is soft and easy to crochet with. Cotton or acrylic are good options.
- Depending on the yarn weight, the duck can be smaller or larger, so adjust your crochet hook accordingly.
- Crochet slowly and carefully to avoid mistakes.
- Use a crochet pattern to ensure your duck is symmetrical and even.
- Stuff the duck properly: Fill the duck with stuffing material to give it a nice shape. Close the duck carefully to ensure the stuffing doesn't come out.
- Experiment with different colors to give your duck a unique look
Start with a white thread, crochet 6 sc into the stitch ring and close the round with a sl st.
1. Crochet 2 sc in each stitch (12)
2. (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)
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3. (2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (24)
4 - 6. crochet 1 sc in each stitch
5. 8 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (32)
6 - 11. crochet 1 sc in each stitch
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9. 8 sc, (1 sc, 1 dec) x 8 (24)
10. (2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (18), stuff
11. (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
12. (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)
Change color (pink) and continue crocheting in spiral rounds
13. (2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (24)
14. (3 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (30)
15 - 17. crochet 1 sc in each stitch
Change color (yellow) and continue working
18. crochet 1 sc in each stitch, working in the back loop only
19 - 21. crochet 1 sc in each stitch
20. (3 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (24), stuff
21. (2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (18)
22. (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
23. 6 dec and close, fasten off and weave in ends
The body is finished, now it's time for the beak!
Duck Feet color: orange
- Crochet 8 sc into the stitch ring and close the round with a sl st
- Round 1: crochet 2 sc in each stitch (16)
- Round 2: crochet 1 sc in each stitch, working in the back loop only
- Round 3: 8 sc, 4 dec
- Round 4: 8 sc, 2 dec (10)
Attachment:
Sew feet to the bottom, between rounds 23 and 24.
Duck Wings
- Begin with an orange thread, crochet 6 sc into the stitch ring and close the round with a sl st
- Round 1: crochet 2 sc in each stitch (12)
- Change color to yellow
- Round 2: crochet 1 sc in each stitch (12)
- Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)
- Round 4: crochet 1 sc in each stitch (18)
- Round 5: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
- Round 6: crochet 1 sc in each stitch (12)
- Round 7: crochet 1 sc in each stitch (12)
Attachment:
Sew wings to both sides, between rounds 13 and 14.
Beak
- Chain 6
- In the 2nd stitch, crochet 3 sc
- In the 4th, 5th, and 6th stitches, crochet 1 sc each
- 3 sc in the last stitch
- Continue working on the opposite side
- Crochet 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches
- Sl st in the first stitch
- Ch 1, crochet 1 sc in each stitch
- Close the round with a sl st
- Fasten off and weave in ends
Attachment:
Sew beak between rounds 8 and 11
Highlighting the Pants
- In round 18, insert the needle from the bottom into the front loop
- Crochet 1 sc in each stitch
- Close the round with a sl st
- Fasten off and weave in ends
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Eyes
- Find the suitable spots for the eyes on your duck's head and mark them if necessary, to ensure they are symmetrical and in the correct position.
- Insert the needle from the bottom and come out at the mark between rounds 7 and 8, exactly where you want the eyes to be.
- Go one stitch to the left and insert the needle again, coming out at the bottom, to secure the thread.
- Pull the threads tight and knot, to fasten the eyes securely.
- Move 4 stitches to the left and insert the needle again from the bottom, coming out at the second mark between rounds 7 and 8.
- Go one stitch to the left and insert the needle again, coming out at the bottom.
- Pull the threads tight and knot.
- Cut and hide the threads.
- Attach 4 or 6mm eyes with a few drops of glue.
Swim Ring
- Chain a length that corresponds to the duck's circumference (e.g. 40 ch).
- In the 2nd stitch from the hook and each following stitch, work 1 sc, turn.
- (Ch 1, sc in each stitch) x 5.
- Join the first and last rows together.
- Form a ring and connect it with a sewing needle.
Eyes
- Crochet 6 sc into the yarn ring, close the round with a sl st.
- Cut and hide the thread.
- Attach the eyes centered with a few drops of glue.
Cheeks
- Crochet 6 sc into the yarn ring and close the round with a sl st.
- Embroider the mouth.
- Sew the cheeks on the left and right.
Done!
Have fun with your new duck!
I hope you had fun crocheting your duck and it will bring you a little joy every day. If you need more instructions or have questions, I'm happy to help. I wish you lots of fun with your new duck and hope it brings you good luck and positive energy. Your duck is a unique accessory that will accompany you everywhere and put a smile on your face every day. I'm looking forward to seeing photos of your duck and hearing what you think of it!
