Wrap up a pocket full of joy with this adorable crochet gift package keychain! Looking just like a tiny Christmas present tied with a sweet ribbon bow, this charming craft makes a wonderful gift for friends, family, or your own set of keys. It is quick, colorful, and super easy to make. This friendly video tutorial guides you step by step, turning basic yarn into a lovely keepsake for everyone.
Crochet Flat Gift Package Lovely Keepsake
To make this keychain, you crochet two identical squares using plain single crochet rows. Next, you seam the squares together around the edges to give the gift box a neat double layer. Then, you add cross ribbons across the front using surface slip stitches. Finally, you crochet a delicate ribbon bow from chain cords, stitch on the metal keychain ring, and fasten your bow securely to the very top edge.
Difficulty Level
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Level: Easy / Beginner
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Why: The base consists of flat, easy-to-count single crochet rows. There are no complex circular rings or shaping increases. The only techniques that need slight patience are working the decorative surface slip stitch ribbon across the square and assembling the mini bow.
Pattern Abbreviations
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ch: chain
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sc: single crochet
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sl st: slip stitch
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st / sts: stitch / stitches
Materials
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Sport / DK cotton yarn in two contrasting colors (box color and ribbon color)
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2.20 mm crochet hook (Tulip 3/0)
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Metal keychain ring with short chain
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Tapestry / yarn needle
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Scissors
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Measuring tape (optional)
Special Technique Tutorial: Surface Slip Stitch (Crochet Ribbon)
This technique embroiders a raised, chained ribbon directly onto the surface of your gift box:
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Hold your ribbon-colored yarn underneath (on the back side of) the crochet square.
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Insert your hook from the front to the back through the stitch where you want the ribbon line to begin.
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Catch the yarn with your hook and pull up a loop onto the front surface.
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Insert your hook from the front to the back into the next stitch straight along your center grid line.
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Yarn over from behind and pull the loop through the fabric, then directly through the loop on your hook to complete a slip stitch.
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Keep your tension relaxed so the square does not buckle or pull tight. Continue in a straight line across, then repeat vertically to create the crossed ribbon look.
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