Let’s crochet something from the latest “community favs” with a step-by-step tutorial! Introducing the pair of crochet no-sew baby octopus Spider-Man and Spider-Gwen amigurumi keychains that you can learn how to crochet in less than 20 minutes. We are using the classic octopus amigurumi pattern, which is easy for all skill levels.
The idea is to crochet the octopus in either white or black and attach the layered spider costume eyes. Below the crochet star appliqués are also hanging, which makes them perfect bag charms!
For girls, crochet the girl spider amigurumi (you can also use the plush), and for boys, the black spider plush. You can also make yours using the red and the blue yarn for the iconic blue variation!
Tutorial to Crochet the Amigurumi Spider Girl and Boy Keychains
This creative crochet project combines a cute baby octopus amigurumi with iconic superhero themes like Spiderman and Spider-Gwen. You start by crocheting a small, rounded head worked in spiral rounds, using color switches to capture Spider-Man’s red and blue suit or Spider-Gwen’s white and pink motif.
Next, eight tiny curled arms are crocheted directly around the bottom edge of the body.
After stuffing the head lightly with fiberfill, felt or embroidered eyes and spider webs are applied to give the characters their distinct superhero look.
Finally, a keychain attachment is secured at the top, turning the mini octopus into a fun, portable accessory.
Skill Level
Intermediate / Upper Beginner: Involves working small amigurumi in continuous rounds, changing colors for superhero outfits, crocheting tentacles, embroidering facial details, and attaching keychain hardware.
Materials Mentioned
- Yarn:
- Fine/DK weight yarn in Spider-Man colors (Red, Blue, Black, and White)
- Fine/DK weight yarn in Spider-Gwen colors (White, Pink, Black, and Cyan/Teal)
- Crochet Hook:
- 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm crochet hook (or size matching your chosen yarn)
Notions & Tools:
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry / yarn needle (for weaving ends and embroidering eyes/webbing)
- Keychain rings or lobster clasp straps
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Black felt or embroidery thread (for eyes)
Abbreviations Used
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MR: Magic Ring (Magic Circle)
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ch: Chain
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sc / x: Single Crochet
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inc / v: Increase (two single crochets in one stitch)
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dec / a: Decrease (combining two stitches into one)
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sl st: Slip Stitch
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st / sts: Stitch / Stitches
Learn with the Spider Amigurumi
Written Pattern?
The 29-minute tutorial has all the instructions needed to crochet this beautiful spider character plushie. Or you can also use the YouTube New AI Ask feature.
