- Begin with a double magic circle.
- Ch 1.
- Work 5 sc into the circle.
- Pull to close the circle tightly.
- Join with a sl st to the first sc.
(Total: 5 sts)
Round 2: Increase
- Ch 1.
- Work 2 sc in each stitch around (inc in each st).
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- (Total: 10 sc)
- Join with a sl st at end of round.
Round 3: Increase Sequence
- Ch 1.
- Repeat this sequence:
- 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st (inc), around.
- (Total: 15 sc)
- Fasten off: Cut yarn and pull through loop to close.
Creating the Flower Petals
Attaching Petal Yarn
- With the yellow yarn, attach to the first stitch of the flower center.
First Petal Base Foundation
- Ch 5 for petal base.
- Work into the back bumps of the chain:
- Insert hook into each chain back bump, drawing up a loop in each.
- At end, you will have 5 loops on hook.
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First Textured Round for Petal
- Insert your hook back into the same base stitch of the flower center.
- Yarn over, pull through two loops at a time repeatedly until only one loop remains (like foundation single crochet but drawn up tall for petal shape).
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Second Textured Round for Petal
- Repeat the same process into the same base stitch.
- Ch 5, work back bumps, draw up loops, insert into base, yarn over, pull through two loops at a time across.
Making a Full Petal
- Total: 6 textured rounds per petal
- Work 2 textured rounds in each of 3 consecutive stitches on the flower heart base.
- This gives each petal enough fullness and thickness.
Shaping the Petal Edge (Last Round)
- On your 6th textured round for the petal:
- Skip the first back bump of the chain.
- Start picking up loops from the second back bump.
- Slip stitch across all bumps to sharpen and flatten the petal tip.
Repeat Petal Process
- Repeat all steps above for the next four petals, each over a set of 3 stitches, ensuring they are evenly spaced around the flower heart.
- Each petal:
- 2 textured rounds per stitch, 3 stitches per petal, for 5 petals.
- Shape the last round as described.
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Assembly & Finished Size
- Weave in ends securely with a yarn needle at the back of your work.
- If desired, lightly stuff the center with fiberfill before final closure for a puffier flower.
- Secure keychain hardware to the top of a petal or through the center.
- Check for symmetrical petal arrangement and finished diameter (approx. 3.5–4 cm).
Conclusion and Ending Words
The completed flower keychain reflects careful attention to stitch technique and petal placement, producing a compact accessory with rich dimension. The use of foundational rounds for the center, combined with the layered petal method, produces a realistic floral effect. Secure attachment of keychain hardware adds practical value, ensuring this bright, textured motif can be used daily as a decorative or functional item. By working through each clearly marked round and methodically forming the petals, the finished result offers both visual appeal and sturdy construction. This flower keychain serves as a lasting example of effective small project skills, lending itself well to color customizations and future personal or gift use.
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