Why crochet Halloween keychains?
Halloween keychains sit in the sweet spot of seasonal crochet: they are small enough to finish in an evening, they use up yarn scraps, and they make genuinely useful things — a charm for your bag, a zipper pull for a jacket, or a last-minute handmade gift. If you have ever wanted to try amigurumi without committing to a big plush, a mini Halloween keychain is the perfect first project.
Below you will find 12 genuinely free patterns from independent designers. I checked each one — no paywalls, no email-gated downloads that never arrive. They are grouped by motif so you can find your favorite fast: ghosts, pumpkins, witches, creepy-cute eyes, bats, and the classic candy corn.
What you need to crochet keychains
Most of these patterns call for the same short list of supplies:
- Yarn scraps — cotton or acrylic in DK or worsted weight. Cotton holds its shape well for tiny pieces.
- A hook one size smaller than the yarn label suggests — a tight gauge keeps the stuffing from showing through.
- Polyester fiberfill — a small bag lasts for dozens of minis.
- Hardware — split keyrings, lobster clasps, and jump rings. A mixed pack is cheap and covers every project on this list.
- Eyes — small safety eyes, or black embroidery thread if you prefer to stitch the face.
- Basics — stitch markers, a yarn needle, and scissors.
12 free crochet Halloween keychain patterns
Ghosts
1. Cute Ghost Keychain — Amivui Studio
A classic little white ghost with a round body and sweet embroidered face. The pattern is written out in full on the designer’s page with round-by-round instructions, and it uses only white, black, and orange yarn — a true scrap-buster. Get the free ghost keychain pattern.
2. Witch Ghost Keychain — Loom Crochet
This one combines two Halloween icons: a rounded ghost wearing a long, crooked witch hat, with a dangling star charm at the bottom for extra movement. It is a multi-piece pattern, so it suits a confident beginner who has sewn amigurumi parts together before. The finished piece is designed to clip straight onto a bag. Get the free witch ghost keychain pattern.
Pumpkins
3. Halloween Pumpkin Keychain — Crochet-Art
A chubby little pumpkin with a sewn jack-o’-lantern face, worked in the round with simple increases and decreases. If you can crochet a ball, you can make this — the face is just embroidery. A great first amigurumi for Halloween. Get the free pumpkin keychain pattern.
4. Mini Pumpkin Keyring / Bag Charm — Peach Unicorn Designs
Designed specifically as a keyring and bag charm, this mini pumpkin comes as a free instant PDF download — no payment required. The finished pumpkin measures about 5 inches around, and the designer notes you can finish one in under 20 minutes once you know the steps. Ideal for craft-fair batches. Get the free mini pumpkin pattern.
Witches
5. Purple Witch Hat Keychain — CraftBits
A mini witch hat in purple with a black band and a tiny embroidered buckle — and cleverly, there are no separate pieces to assemble. The band is made by changing color for two rounds, and a few hidden stitches bend the tip into that classic crooked witch-hat shape. Make one for your bag or a whole handful as party favors. Get the free witch hat keychain pattern.
Creepy-cute eyes
6. Monster Eye Keychain — Cross-Stitched
A flat, quick eye motif in three colors of worsted-weight yarn scraps — white, a color for the iris, and black for the pupil. No stuffing, no sewing, just a few rounds and a swivel clasp. This is probably the fastest make on the entire list. Get the free monster eye keychain pattern.
7. No-Sew Eyeball Keychain — Ribblr
A 3D eyeball amigurumi with zero sewing, published as a free interactive Ribblr ePattern — so you get row-by-row tracking, stitch tutorials, and US/UK term switching in the app. A fun choice if you like crafting on your phone or tablet. Get the free no-sew eyeball pattern.
8. Mini Halloween Eyeball Set — Green Fox Farms Designs
Three free mini Halloween patterns in one post, with the eyeball written to finish three ways: keychain, bag charm, or bookmark. If you want one pattern that stretches into several gifts, start here. Get the free mini Halloween patterns.
Bats
9. Bat Keychain — Little Crochet Farm
A sweet little bat with sewn-on wings and an embroidered face, written clearly round by round with finishing instructions. The designer includes photos and tips throughout, which makes this one friendly for a first bat. Get the free bat keychain pattern.
10. Upside-Down Mini Bat Keychain — Amigurumis Crochet
This bat hangs head-down from its keyring, the way a real bat roosts — a fun design detail. The designer went through three prototypes to get the wings right, and the finished bat is about 6.5 cm tall with an 11 cm wingspan: small enough for a backpack zipper. It is rated intermediate because the wings use a different rhythm from the spiral body. Get the free upside-down bat pattern.
Spiders and sweets
11. Candy Corn Keychain — The Nomad Knot
The most iconic Halloween candy, in white, orange, and yellow stripes. This free pattern sits inside a larger collection of free keychain patterns, and it is beginner-friendly, tiny, and fast — make a whole bowlful for trick-or-treat bags. Get the free candy corn keychain pattern.
12. Black Spider Keychain — Amigurumi Day
A round-bodied spider with chain-stitch legs worked right into the body — no separate leg pieces to sew. The full pattern is on the page with US terms, and the designer even links a video tutorial for the trickier bits. Spooky, simple, and quick. Get the free spider keychain pattern.
Quick comparison: which pattern should you pick?
| Pattern | Best for | Skill level |
|---|---|---|
| Cute Ghost (Amivui Studio) | A first amigurumi | Beginner |
| Witch Ghost (Loom Crochet) | A statement bag charm | Confident beginner |
| Pumpkin (Crochet-Art) | Practicing increases/decreases | Beginner |
| Mini Pumpkin PDF (Peach Unicorn) | Fast batch-making | Beginner |
| Witch Hat (CraftBits) | No-sew construction | Beginner |
| Monster Eye (Cross-Stitched) | The quickest make | Beginner |
| No-Sew Eyeball (Ribblr) | Phone-based crafting | Intermediate |
| Eyeball Set (Green Fox Farms) | One pattern, several gifts | Beginner |
| Bat (Little Crochet Farm) | Learning wing shaping | Beginner |
| Upside-Down Bat (Amigurumis Crochet) | A realistic touch | Intermediate |
| Candy Corn (The Nomad Knot) | Trick-or-treat gifts | Beginner |
| Spider (Amigurumi Day) | Spooky and simple | Beginner |
Skill levels are my honest read of each pattern — “beginner” means basic stitches and simple shaping; “intermediate” means multi-piece assembly or stitch patterns beyond single crochet.
How to turn any mini into a keychain or bag charm
Almost any small amigurumi becomes a keychain with one of these finishes:
- Split ring through the top: open a jump ring with pliers, thread it through one or two stitches at the top of the piece, close it, and add your keyring.
- Crocheted loop: chain 8–10, slip stitch back to the top of the piece, and fasten off — then thread the keyring through the loop.
- Lobster clasp: attach a small lobster clasp with a jump ring. Clasps are nicer for bag charms because they clip on and off easily.
For pieces that will live on a bag, tug-test the attachment before you gift or sell it — a keychain that falls off in week one does not get you repeat buyers.
Tips for gifting and selling your Halloween keychains
Mini Halloween keychains are some of the easiest crochet items to gift: tuck one into a Halloween card, add one to a trick-or-treat bag, or bundle three or four in a little organza pouch. For craft fairs and markets, they are a classic impulse buy — keep the price low, make them in batches of one motif, and display them hanging so shoppers can see them move.
If you plan to sell finished pieces, check each designer’s policy first. Many allow small-batch sales with credit to the designer, but the terms differ — the link next to each pattern above takes you to the designer’s page where the policy is stated.
If you are new to making keychains, start with 25 Easy Crochet Keychain Patterns and Ideas for Beginners to learn the basics. For year-round (non-spooky) ideas, browse 13 Free Crochet Bag Charm Patterns You Can Make at Home and 15 Crochet Bag Charm Ideas You Can Make for Any Bag.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best yarn for crochet keychains?
Cotton or acrylic yarn in DK or worsted weight works best. Cotton holds its shape and shows stitch definition; acrylic is softer and cheaper for batches. Whatever you choose, use a hook one size smaller than the label recommends so the stuffing does not show through the stitches.
How do you attach a keychain ring to crochet?
The simplest method is a jump ring threaded through the top stitches of the finished piece, closed with pliers, with a split ring or lobster clasp added on. For a cleaner look, crochet a short chain loop at the top of the piece and thread the ring through that instead.
How long does it take to crochet a mini Halloween keychain?
Most of the patterns on this list take one to two hours, including sewing and attaching hardware. Flat motifs like the monster eye can be done in under an hour, while multi-piece designs like the witch ghost take a relaxed evening.
Are these Halloween keychain patterns really free?
Yes. Every pattern linked above is free on the designer’s own site — I verified each one. Some designers also sell premium PDF versions or ad-free downloads, but the core pattern costs nothing.
Can I sell the keychains I make from these patterns?
It depends on the designer. Many of the designers on this list allow you to sell finished items in small quantities as long as you credit them, but a few have different terms. Check the policy on each pattern page before listing anything for sale.
