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DIY Mini Crochet Risen Jesus Keychain Pattern

Create a beautiful and spiritual keepsake with this detailed step-by-step guide to crocheting a Mini Risen Jesus keychain. This adorable amigurumi project is perfect for beginners and intermediate crocheters looking to make a meaningful gift or a small addition to their craft collection.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Sport weight yarn in the following colors:
  • White
  • Burgundy/Red
  • Skin/Peach
  • Brown
• Crochet Hook: 2.5mm
• Stuffing: Synthetic fiberfill
• Accessories:
  • Safety eyes
  • Stitch markers
  • Tapestry needle
  • Small piece of cord
  • Keychain ring

Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR: Magic Ring
• ch: Chain
• sc: Single crochet
• hdc: Half double crochet
• dc: Double crochet
• sl st: Slip stitch
• inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec: Decrease (sc 2 together)
• BLO: Back loop only
• FLO: Front loop only
• Rnd: Round

Step-by-Step Pattern

The Head (Skin Color)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: Working in BLO, (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Rnd 4: 1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat 5 times, + 1 sc (24)

Rnds 5-10: 1 sc in each stitch around (24)

Rnd 11: 1 sc, 1 dec, (2 sc, 1 dec) repeat 5 times, + 1 sc (18)

Rnd 12: (1 sc, 1 dec) repeat 6 times (12)

Rnd 13: 6 dec. Fasten off and close the hole.

Note: Place safety eyes symmetrically between the rounds before completing the head.

The Body (White Color)

Rnd 1: Attach white yarn to the FLO (front loops) left over from Rnd 3 of the head. 1 sc in each stitch (12)

Rnd 2: (3 sc, 1 inc) repeat 3 times (15)

Rnd 3: 1 sc in each stitch (15)

Rnd 4: 2 sc, 1 inc, (4 sc, 1 inc) repeat 3 times, + 2 sc (18)

Rnds 5-6: 1 sc in each stitch (18)

Switch to Skin Color:

Rnd 7: Working in BLO, (4 sc, 1 dec) repeat 3 times. Stuff the body firmly (15)

Rnd 8: (3 sc, 1 dec) repeat 3 times (12)

Rnd 9: 6 dec (6)

Switch to White Color:

Rnd 10: Working in the FLO remaining from Rnd 7, 1 sc in each stitch (18). Fasten off.

The Hair (Brown Color)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Rnd 4: 1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat 5 times, + 1 sc (24)

Rnd 5: (7 sc, 1 inc) repeat 3 times (27)

Rnds 6-8: 1 sc in each stitch (27)

Switch to working in rows (back and forth):

Row 9: 14 sc, ch 1, turn

Row 10: 27 sc, turn

Row 11: ch 1, turn, 9 sc. Then follow this sequence: (ch 6, skip 6 sc, 1 sc in next stitch) repeat 9 times to create curls. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly Tip: Before sewing the hair to the head, thread a small piece of cord through the magic ring and tie a knot to attach the keychain ring.

The Beard (Brown Color)

Row 1: ch 1, 13 sc across the chain

Rnd 2: 4 sl st, 4 sc, 4 sl st

Note: Leave a long tail (approx. 20cm) to embroider a small mustache onto the face.

The Arms (Skin & White Colors)

Skin Color:

Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR (5)

White Color:

Rnds 2-3: 1 sc in each stitch (5)

Rnd 4: Flatten the arm and sc 2 together to close the end. Fasten off and sew to the body.

The Sash (Burgundy/Red Color)

Row 1: ch 1, 35 sc across the chain

Row 2: 34 sc

Assembly: Sew the sash under the left arm, wrap it around the waist, and bring it up over the left shoulder, securing it with a few stitches.

Final Assembly

Once all pieces are complete, sew the hair, beard, and arms securely to the head and body. Ensure the keychain ring is firmly attached to the top of the hair. Your Mini Risen Jesus keychain is now ready!

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