[Finished product] Crochet Jellyfish Keychain

Description

how to Crochet a Jellyfish – crochet tutorial, guides and patterns

Crocheting a jellyfish amigurumi is a fun and quick project. This adorable jellyfish features a round head with long, flowing tentacles that can be customized in various colors and sizes. Here’s how you can crochet one:

Materials:

• Yarn:
  • Two colors: one for the head and body, and one for the tentacles (you can also use multiple colors for the tentacles)
• Crochet hook: 2.5mm – 3.5mm (depending on your yarn weight)
• Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing
• Safety eyes: 6mm or black yarn for embroidering eyes
• Keychain ring: Optional if you want to attach it to a keychain
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)

Crochet Stitches Used:

• ch: Chain
• sc: Single crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: Decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
• sl st: Slip stitch
• MR: Magic ring

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Crochet Pattern: Jellyfish for Keychain

1. Head/Body (Main Color Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc around (30).
6. Rounds 6-10: Sc around (30).

Insert safety eyes between Rounds 7 and 8, about 6-7 stitches apart, or embroider the eyes later.

7. Round 11: 3 sc, dec around (24).
8. Round 12: 2 sc, dec around (18).
9. Round 13: 1 sc, dec around (12).

Stuff the head with fiberfill.

10. Round 14: Dec around (6), fasten off and leave a tail. Close the hole with a yarn needle.

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2. Tentacles (Use Tentacle Color)

You can make as many tentacles as you’d like (typically 6-8). Here’s a simple pattern for the tentacles:

1. Chain 15 to 25 (depending on how long you want the tentacles to be).
2. In the second chain from the hook, work 2 sc in each chain stitch across. This will create a spiral effect.
3. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Make multiple tentacles of varying lengths to create a wavy, flowing effect.

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3. Frills/Underside (Optional)

To add cute frills to the bottom of the jellyfish:

1. Round 1: Attach your yarn to the last row of the body (Round 10 or 11).
2. Round 2: 1 sc, inc around (24).
3. Round 3: In each stitch, work 1 sc, ch 3, creating a loop in each stitch.
4. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

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Assembly:

1. Attach the Tentacles: Sew each tentacle to the bottom of the jellyfish body. Make sure they are spread evenly to give the jellyfish a balanced look.
2. Add Eyes: If you didn’t use safety eyes, embroider small eyes using black yarn or thread, placing them between Rounds 7 and 8.
3. Add a Keychain: Attach the keychain ring to the top of the jellyfish, pulling through a loop or using yarn to securely attach it.

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Customization:

• Eyes: You can also embroider sleepy eyes or add cute eyelashes for personality.
• Tentacles: Use different yarn colors or types (like glitter yarn or eyelash yarn) for a unique texture.
• Beads or Embellishments: Add tiny beads or buttons to the tentacles for decoration.

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Your jellyfish keychain is now complete! This cute amigurumi can be made in various colors and styles, making it perfect as a gift, accessory, or decoration for your keys or bags.