Free crochet pattern
Squid Keychain

Before starting the realization of these cute Squid Keychain, here are some quick information :

• This pattern is written in US terminology.
• Please do not copy, alter, distribute, or sell this pattern as your own.
• You may sell the finished product from this pattern provided you have made it yourself.
• If you use this pattern, please credit me (@Yarn_&_Crochet_) as the designer of this pattern.

Materials

Abbreviations

MC – Magic Circle
ch – Chain
sc – Single Crochet
sl st – Slip stitch
BLO – Insert into the Back loop only.
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease (invisible decreases are recommended for a better result)
( ) – Repeat the instructions within these parentheses the number of times indicated.
[ ] – Total number of stitches at the end of the round

The Pattern in PDF format

PDF download of the Squid Keychain Pattern

Crochet Pattern Squid Keychain

This pattern is worked in continuous rounds.
Round 1 : 6sc in a MC [6]
Round 2 : (sc, inc) x3 [9]
Round 3 : 9sc [9]
Round 4 : (1 sc, 1 inc, 1sc) x3 [12]
Round 5 : (3sc, inc) x3 [15]
Round 6 : 15sc [15]
Round 7 : (3sc, dec) x3 [12]
Round 8 : (sc, dec, sc) x3 [9]
Round 9 : 9sc [9]
Round 10 : BLO 9sc [9]
Round 11 – 13 : 9sc [9]
Round 14 : ( ch16,in the 2nd ch from the hook: 15 slst, 1 slst in the next sc) x9

Cut the yarn and tuck it inside the body.
Embroider the eyes on the front and add the metal keyring attachment.

Congratulations, you have completed your squid !