Crochet Teddy Bear Keychain Free Pattern You’ll Love

Carry a pocket-sized treasure with a crochet teddy bear keychain, a charming handmade companion that's perfect for keys, bags, or thoughtful gifts.

Cuddle-sized crochet meets everyday practicality in this adorable mini project. A crochet teddy bear keychain pattern is a small amigurumi-style design that guides a maker through creating a tiny bear, complete with ears, snout, and a loop for attaching to keys, bags, or zippers. This pattern is especially enjoyable because it works up quickly, uses only a little yarn, and lets one experiment with soft colors, embroidered faces, and even tiny bows or scarves.

Quick & Easy Free Crochet Teddy Bear Keychain Tutorial

It becomes both a charming accessory and a meaningful handmade token that can be personalized for birthdays, baby showers, or friendship gifts. A crochet teddy bear keychain pattern is also a smart way to use leftover yarn scraps while practicing shaping, stitching in the round, and adding simple details. One can even turn it into a scented charm by tucking a bit of cotton with essential oil inside. Compact, adorable, and functional, this tiny bear brings a touch of warmth and personality to everyday items.

Mr. Bean Teddy Bear Keychain - Crochet Pattern

Materials

4-ply (fingering-weight) yarn - Brown (main color of the bear)
4-ply yarn - Beige (for hands, feet, and face details)
3 mm crochet hook
Small quantity black yarn or embroidery thread (features)
Small quantity white yarn or thread (mouth definition)
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
Yarn needle: For assembly and embroidery
Stitch marker: For counting rounds
Scissors
Keychain ring or jump ring

Gauge

Amigurumi does not require a strict gauge. Work tightly so stuffing does not show through. With the above materials, your finished bear will measure approximately 3.5-4 in (9-10 cm) tall. Size may vary based on yarn/hook.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
dec: decrease (single crochet 2 together)
st: stitch
sl st: slip stitch
MR: magic ring (adjustable ring)
FO: fasten off

Special Techniques

Magic Ring: Form a loop, work stitches into the ring, then pull tail to close.
Color Change: When 2 loops are on the hook in the last sc before changing color, yarn over with new color and complete stitch.
Invisible Decrease: For a neater decrease, use this method (insert hook in front loops of next two stitches, yarn over and pull through both, yarn over and pull through remaining 2 loops).
Flat Closing: For flat pieces (hands/legs), use whip stitch or slip stitch to close the open end.
Embroidery: Use a yarn needle for the eyes, mouth, and white detail.

Pattern Instructions

HEAD & BODY (worked in one piece, starting from the top)

Brown yarn and 3mm hook

1. Head

Chain 8.
Row 1: Starting in the second ch from hook, sc in next 6 ch, 3 sc in last ch.
Rotate work to continue on the other side of the chain, sc in next 5 ch, inc (2 sc) in last ch. (16 sts)
Continue working in continuous rounds, marking the beginning of each round.

Rnd 2: inc, 5 sc, inc x 3, 5 sc, inc x 2 (22)
Rnd 3: sc in each st (22)
Rnd 4: 9 sc, dec, 9 sc, dec (20)
Rnd 5: 4 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 4 sc (18)
Rnd 6: 7 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec (16)
Rnd 7: 3 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 3 sc (14)
Rnd 8: 5 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec (12)
Start stuffing head softly, but leave head slightly flat, not too round.

2. Neck and Lower Face

Rnd 9: 2 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec, 2 sc (10)
Rnd 10: 3 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc (12)
Rnd 11: 5 sc, inc, 5 sc, inc (14)
Rnd 12: 3 sc, inc, 6 sc, inc, 3 sc (16)
Rnd 13: 7 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc (18)
Rnd 14: 4 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 4 sc (20)
Rnd 15: 9 sc, inc, 9 sc, inc (22)
Rnd 16: 5 sc, inc, 10 sc, inc, 5 sc (24)
Rnd 17: sc in each st (24)

Stuff body gently to keep flat and slightly squished, not round.

End round as close as possible to the side of the bear (make extra sc as needed to reach a side corner). Cut yarn leaving a long tail for closing and sewing.

Flat close the bottom with whip stitch or by sc the two edges together. Add more stuffing if needed before final closure.

ARMS (Make 2)

Begin with beige (paw), switch to brown for arm

With beige, MR, 6 sc, pull tight.
Round 2: sc in each st (6).
[If desired, stuff very lightly.]
Change to brown in first sc of round 3. Sc in each st (6).
Rounds 4-7: sc in each st (6) for a total of 4 rounds in brown.
Fold flat. Slip stitch or whip stitch across to close.
Leave a long tail for sewing.

LEGS (Make 2)

Begin with beige, switch to brown for leg

With beige, MR, 6 sc.
Round 2: (sc in next st, inc in next st) around (9).
Change to brown in first sc of round 3. Sc in each st (9).
Rounds 4-7: sc in each st (9) for total of 4 rounds in brown.
Fold flat. Slip stitch or whip stitch across to close.
Leave a long tail for sewing.

EARS (Make 2)

Brown yarn

Ch 3, skip first ch, sc in next 2 ch. Turn.
Ch 1, inc in first st, sc in last st (3).
Ch 1, inc in first st, sc in next st, inc in last st (5).
Fasten off, leave tails for sewing and hiding.

ASSEMBLY

Sew arms either side of the neck/body, at the join where the head turns into body (about Rnd 11-12).
Sew legs along lower body, skipping 2 stitches between each leg for proper placement.
Sew ears to top of head, with the wider part up, not sideways.
Hide extra tails in the bear's body after assembly.

FACE

Embroider facial features with black yarn/thread:

Eyes: Start 3 rounds from the top, separated by 2-3 stitches.
Mouth: 1 round below the eyes, embroider 2 straight lines down (a vertical double line).
Highlight: Add a small vertical white line with white yarn in the center of the mouth for detail.

Secure yarn on the inside and trim all tails for a tidy finish.

KEYCHAIN ATTACHMENT

Insert a jump ring or keychain ring into the center top of the head.

Finishing and Final Remarks

Check all limbs and features are strongly attached.
Light stuffing keeps the bear cute and "floppy" like Mr. Bean's iconic teddy.
Ears should be sewn with wider side at the top for the signature look.
Embroidery details bring the bear to life; practice facial expressions with pins before stitching.
This bear makes a perfect keychain, charm, or small gift.

Tips and Customization

For a larger bear, use thicker yarn and a bigger hook.
Adjust color placement for a unique bear or personalize with a bow.
Use felt or buttons for different eye styles (not recommended for small children).
Finish with a fabric stiffener if you prefer a firmer charm.

Conclusion

Your Mr. Bean teddy bear keychain is now finished! This pattern produces a flat, whimsical plush bear-ideal for fans of the beloved TV show or as a playful bag charm. Enjoy your new buddy and feel free to customize with accessories and colors.