Looking for a sweet and simple project to add a handmade touch to your accessories? The free crochet heart pendant keychain pattern is a delightful way to brighten your day with a tiny yarn heart. This cute pendant brings charm and personality wherever you hang it, from your keys to your bag or even as a thoughtful little gift for someone special. Its beauty lies in its simplicity, and you can easily use your favorite colors to personalize each heart.

Free Crochet Heart Pendant Keychain Pattern

The pattern relies on basic stitches, mainly the single crochet and double crochet, which makes it ideal for beginners. These stitches create a smooth texture and are the foundation for a variety of projects. You can make coin purses, bunting, appliqués, or other simple shapes using these same techniques. For best results, remember to use a small crochet hook and soft yarn, making the heart more defined and comfortable to hold.

By working through this pattern, you'll learn how to crochet in the round, increase and decrease to create shapes, and attach your finished piece to a keyring. Mastering this heart design opens up lots of possibilities with a few minor changes. You can crochet other fun items like stars, circles, or flower pendants using similar stitches, letting your creativity shine with every project that starts from the basic heart shape.

What You Gain

Learn to crochet a plush heart, practice magic rings, basic stitches, seamless color changes, and joining
Useful for pendants, keychains, gifts, or decor
Develop assembly, stuffing, and finishing skills

Crochet Heart Pendant/Keychain Pattern

Who Can Use This

Beginners: Step-by-step instructions, slow and clear
Intermediate/Advanced: Quick make, customization options, gift ideas
Crafting with Kids: Safe and soft, makes a fun collaborative project

How To Make It

Start with a double magic ring, work in rounds using basic stitches (sl st, ch, dc, tr, etc.), fill and join two hearts, and add a tassel strap for hanging. Focus is on tight, neat stitches for plush shape.

Colours & Yarn Suggestions

Choose your favorite colours (contrasting or pastel, ombre, or classic red/pink)
Use cotton, acrylic, or wool. For plush effect, try velvet or chenille yarn
DK/light worsted weight recommended, but adjust hook size if using thicker/thinner yarn

Materials

Yarn/thread in two (or more) colours (main and center accent)
Crochet hook (2.5 mm or slightly smaller than yarn label recommends, for firmness)
Synthetic cotton/polyester stuffing or recycled pillow filling
Scissors
Yarn/tapestry needle (large eye) for sewing and finishing
Optional: comb (for tassel), pliers, stitch marker

Finished Size

Approx. 6-9 cm (2½-3½ in) per heart, depending on yarn used
Tassel/strap length: adjust to taste (about 10-12 cm)

Crochet Heart Step-by-Step

Abbreviations & Stitches Used

Abbreviation	Term	Explanation
MR	Magic Ring	Adjustable circle for working in the round
sl st	Slip Stitch	Insert, pull through all loops
ch	Chain	Yarn over, pull through loop
sc	Single Crochet	Insert hook, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through both loops
dc	Double Crochet	Yarn over, insert, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through last two
tr	Treble Crochet	Yarn over twice, insert, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through two loops (repeat 3 times)
hdc	Half Double Crochet	Yarn over, insert, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops
FO	Fasten Off	Cut yarn, pull through last loop to secure end
inc	Increase	2 stitches in same space

Heart Piece - Make 2

Round 1: Double Magic Ring

Make a double magic ring (wrap yarn around your finger twice).
sl st to close ring.
ch 2 (chain two).
3 tr (treble crochet) in ring.
4 dc (double crochet) in ring.
1 tr (treble crochet) in ring (this tr marks the "point" of the heart).
4 dc in ring.
3 tr in ring.
ch 2, sl st into ring to finish the round.

Make a double-loop ring. Build stitches inside it in the sequence above, separating the "point" of the heart in the middle. This forms the basic heart shape.

Step for Clarity

Pull the yarn tails to tighten and close the ring so the center is snug.

The ring's center is closed, but a little space is left open for inserting accent color later.

Round 2: Accent Color & Increasing

Use second (contrasting/accent) colour.
Insert yarn into ring, ch 1.
sc in ring center.
sc in both ch-2 spaces of the previous round (these form the "shoulders" of the heart).
For each tr from previous round:
- 3 dc in every tr.
For each dc:
- 3 dc in every dc.
For the central tr ("point"):
- dc, tr, dc in same stitch at the tip.
Continue symmetrically:
- Repeat 3 dc in each dc/tr on opposite side.
- sc in both ch-2 spaces and the center ring.

Add the accent color. In every stitch around the heart, work three stitches to create volume and a rounded edge. At the very tip, make dc, tr, dc together. Finish by working into all sides equally for symmetry.

Round 3: Second Color (Light Pink)

Use main color or a third color if desired.
ch 1 to start.
sc in center stitch of heart and in next sc.
hdc (half double crochet) in next stitch.
dc in next stitch.
Make 8 inc of dc (i.e. 2 dc in each stitch) across next 8 stitches.
5 dc in each of next 5 stitches.
In stitch just before the tip: 2 dc (increase).
At tip: dc, tr, dc in same stitch.
Mirror: 2 dc (increase) in stitch just after tip.
5 dc in next 5 stitches.
8 inc of dc as before.
Follow sequence as you approach the starting chain, then sc into chain spaces.
Slip stitch to join, ch 1, FO (leave long tail for sewing).

Work with another color if you like. Start with basic stitches; increase in the middle for fullness. Always mirror increases and sequence for perfect symmetry. Slip stitch and chain to finish.

Making a Second Heart

Repeat steps above for second heart piece (identical or alternating center color if desired).

Make two hearts, one for the front, one for the back. Color order can match or be reversed.

Assembling the Heart

Hold both hearts with wrong sides together.
Insert hook through both hearts at tip; ch 1.
sc through both layers all around to join, hiding any leftover tails inside.
At halfway point, insert stuffing (polyfill or recycled cotton) to desired firmness.
Finish joining hearts, closing with sc.
Slip stitch at tip, ch 35 to form hanging strap, slip stitch to base to close.
FO, leave long tail for sewing tassel.

Join the two hearts together by single crocheting around the edges. Stop before closing to stuff. Make the strap with chains. Fasten off and use excess yarn to attach the tassel.

Tassel (Optional, Recommended for Pendant/Keychain)

Wrap chosen yarn around your hand 20 times (for fullness).
Cut a strand longer than the tassel, tie tightly at the top.
Cut another strand, wrap it around the bundle near the top several times and tie tight.
Cut the hanging loops at the bottom for a fringed effect.
Comb or trim with scissors until even.

Make a tassel from yarn; wrap, tie, and cut to finish. Attach to the heart using the excess tail and a large needle.

Special Techniques & Important Remarks

Double magic ring is more secure and hides stuffing better.
Use a chain smaller than yarn label recommends (e.g. use 2.5mm for yarn recommending 3mm) for tighter, firmer texture.
Slip stitch and chain methods used for clean joins.
Stuff before closing completely for a plump, fun heart.
Accent color can be applied in round 2 for effect; try ombre, stripes, or contrasting center.
The sequence of stitches is always mirrored; this guarantees a symmetrical heart.

Customization & Creative Ideas

Change color order for each heart
Add embroidery, beads, or sequins to the front
Use velvet/chenille yarn for plush hearts
Make smaller/larger hearts for earrings or bag charms
Add a clasp or ring at the strap for keychains
Attach mini hearts for extra flair

Plain-Language Summary for Each Step

Start with a magic ring, make a heart shape inside.
Add second color, fill with stitches around edge for rounded fullness.
Make two hearts, stuff and join by crocheting around the edge-leave a gap to insert filling.
Make a long chain strap, add a yarn tassel, and finish cleanly.
Use tight stitches, stuff firmly, and sew all ends carefully for a neat finish.

My Opinion

This crochet heart pattern is simple, versatile, and highly rewarding. The double magic ring and mirrored increases deliver a plush, symmetrical heart that makes a fabulous keychain or pendant. It's quick, perfect for leftover yarn, and customizable-ideal for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. The tassel adds charm and movement, and assembly is intuitive.

Crochet Heart Pendant Keychain Free Pattern in Two Sizes