Amigurumi Flamingo Keychain Free Crochet Pattern

Materials

• Yarn: Cotton thread in 3 colors:
  • Black (beak)
  • White (beak)
  • Pink (body, head, wings)
• Tulle: Light pink or a shade that matches the flamingo, cut into approx. 8–10 squares, each about 4x4 in (10x10 cm)
• Hook: 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Stuffing: Synthetic cotton/polyester fiberfill
• Keyring: 1 metal ring for keychain attachment
• Tapestry Needle: For sewing pieces and embroidering features
• Brown Thread: Small amount for embroidering eyes
• Scissors
• Pins or Stitch Markers: Optional, for assembly and tracking rounds
• Small Bow: Optional, for embellishment
• Blush or Pink Chalk: Optional, for adding color to cheeks

Abbreviations

• MR: Magic Ring
• sc: Single crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec: Decrease (sc 2 together)
• ch: Chain
• sl st: Slip stitch
• st(s): Stitch(es)
• FO: Fasten off

Special Notes

• Work in continuous rounds (spirals) unless otherwise specified.
• Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch in each round.
• The tulle skirt can be trimmed to preference and shaped after assembly.
• This pattern uses a variety of simple stitches and shaping by increases and decreases.

Pattern Instructions

Head and Beak (Worked from tip of beak)

With black:

1. Round 1: MR, 5 sc into ring (5)
2. Round 2: 5 sc (5)
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3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat to end; finish with 1 sc (total 7 sc). At the last st, change to white.

With white:
4. Round 4: 7 sc (7)

• Change to pink at last st.

With pink:
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc, 3 sc (8)

6. Round 6: (1 sc, inc) repeat 4 times (12)
7. Round 7: 4 sc, inc repeat 4 times (16)
8. Rounds 8-10: 16 sc
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Shaping the Head

11. Round 11: (2 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (12)
12. Round 12: (1 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (8)

Stuff the head firmly with filling.

Neck and Body

13. Rounds 13–62: 8 sc (50 rounds)

• Tip: Stuff the neck gradually as you crochet, keeping it lightly firm but flexible.

At the end of Round 62, FO leaving a long tail for closing and sewing. Close the opening by weaving through the front loops of the 8 sts, pull tight, and secure.

Wings (Make 2)

With pink:

1. Row 1: MR, 3 sc in ring; ch 1, turn. (3)
2. Row 2: (1 sc, inc, 1 sc) (4)
3. Row 3: (1 sc, inc, inc, 1 sc) (6)
4. Row 4: (2 sc, inc, inc, 2 sc) (8)
5. Row 5: (3 sc, inc, inc, 3 sc) (10)
   • FO with a long tail for sewing.

Edge finishing: Ch 1, sc evenly along sides of the wing, working 2 sc at the tip to keep it rounded.
Optional: For the straight edge, ch 2, sl st into next st, repeat for a zigzag finish.

Tulle Tuft

• Cut 8–10 squares of tulle approx. 4"x4" (10x10 cm).
• Fold each square accordion-style, stack, and sew them together at the center to make a fluffy bunch.
• Attach half of the tulle bunch to each side of the body where the skirt should go. Sew securely.
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Assembly

1. Body Construction:
   • After closing the neck/body tube, use the long tail to attach the base to itself, closing it into a neat finish.
2. Beak Placement:
   • Use the yarn tail to sew the beak securely in place at the tip of the head.
3. Attaching Tulle Skirt:
   • Attach folded tulle bunches on each side of the body at the correct position for the "wings" to sit over the skirt.
4. Sew Wings:
   • Place each wing over the tulle on either side, using pins to ensure placement, then whipstitch neatly onto the body.
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5. Embroider Face:
   • Use brown thread and tapestry needle to embroider simple eyes with lashes onto the white part of the head as described.
6. Add Keyring:
   • Sew or attach keyring to the top of the head or back of the neck. Sew securely with extra passes as needed.
7. Finishing Touches:
   • Trim tulle to create fluffy, uneven, feathery suggestions.
   • Optionally, add a small bow with glue or thread.
   • Use blush or colored chalk to gently add color to cheeks, base of beak, or body for character.
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Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now crocheted an adorable flamingo keychain with a soft, elegant tulle skirt. This is a fun, giftable project perfect for bags, backpacks, or as a charming display.

Pattern Corrections & Tips

• If your neck bends too easily, stuff with more filling, but avoid overstuffing for flexibility.
• Stitch markers help to keep your place, especially around color changes.
• Trim tulle after attachment for desired skirt effect.
• For seamless color changes, always work the last yarn-over of the previous st with the new color.

Tips

• Embroidering eyes can be tricky. Keep the thread tension even for a neat look.
• Sew wings and tulle firmly, as they’ll be handled if used as a keychain.
• Personalize with bows, beads, or other embellishments if desired.