Crochet a Beautiful Autumn Flower Bag Charm: Your Complete DIY Guide to a Cute Amigurumi Keychain

There is something undeniably magical about the way autumn transforms the world. The trees flame up in shades of rust, gold, and burgundy. The air carries that crisp, earthy scent that no candle has ever quite managed to replicate. And for those of us who love to crochet, fall is the most inspiring season of all — a time to reach for warm, earthy yarn, settle into a cozy chair, and make something beautiful with our hands.

If you have been looking for a small, satisfying project that captures the spirit of the season, this tutorial is exactly what you need. Today we are going to walk through how to crochet an adorable autumn flower bag charm — a tiny, detailed keychain pendant featuring crocheted fall leaves and blooms that you can attach to your handbag, backpack, zipper pull, or keys. It is the kind of project that takes just a few hours, uses only a small amount of yarn, and results in something genuinely lovely.

This guide is written as a full English crochet pattern with detailed instructions, tips, and stitch guidance so that you can follow along even if you are a beginner. A PDF version of this pattern is also available to download so you can print it out and keep it in your project bag.

Let’s dive in.

Why Bag Charms Are the Perfect Crochet Project

Before we get into the pattern itself, let’s talk about why bag charms and keychain pendants have become such a beloved niche in the crochet world — and why this particular autumn flower version deserves a spot on your project list.

First, they are small. That means they are portable, quick to finish, and use up yarn scraps rather than full skeins. If you have been collecting little bits of burnt orange, forest green, deep burgundy, mustard yellow, and warm brown over the years, this is the project that will finally put them to work.

Second, they make incredible handmade gifts. A crocheted bag charm with an autumn leaf or flower motif is the kind of thoughtful, personal present that people genuinely treasure. It takes skill to make, it looks impressive, and it carries the warmth of something made entirely by hand. Teachers, mothers, friends, coworkers — nearly everyone appreciates one.

Third, amigurumi-style accessories like this sit at a wonderful intersection of crochet traditions. They borrow the three-dimensional, sculptural quality of amigurumi (the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed figures), the decorative sensibility of appliqué motifs, and the practical utility of wearable accessories. The result is something that feels current, creative, and completely your own.

Materials You Will Need

This pattern is designed to be beginner-friendly, and the materials list reflects that. You do not need anything exotic or expensive to make this charm.

For yarn, you will want small amounts — truly just scraps — in autumn-inspired colors. Think burnt orange, golden yellow, deep red or burgundy, olive or forest green, and warm brown for stems and accents. Any DK weight or fingering weight yarn will work well for this scale. If you want a slightly chunkier look, a light worsted weight is fine too.

For your hook, a 2.5mm or 3mm crochet hook is ideal for keeping the fabric tight and the stuffing from showing through. If you are working with a heavier yarn, size up accordingly.

You will also need a small amount of polyfill stuffing or wool roving to stuff the flower center and give it that satisfying, slightly puffy amigurumi shape. A yarn needle for weaving in ends is essential. A split-ring stitch marker will help you keep track of your rounds, especially when working in the continuous spiral method common to amigurumi.

Finally, you will need a keychain ring, lobster clasp, or bag charm hardware. These are widely available online and at craft stores, usually sold in packs. A short length of chain or a small jump ring can also add a nice decorative element between the charm and the hardware.

Optional but lovely: a small amount of wire floral stem, dried lavender, or a pressed leaf sealed in resin to incorporate alongside your crocheted elements for a more mixed-media look.

Understanding the Pattern: Key Stitches and Abbreviations

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology. Here is a quick reference guide before we begin.

Magic ring (MR): the adjustable loop used to begin crocheting in the round with no visible hole at the center.

Chain (ch): the foundational stitch, made by drawing yarn through the loop on your hook.

Single crochet (sc): the most basic crochet stitch, creating a short, tight fabric.

Half double crochet (hdc): slightly taller than a single crochet, creating a softer, more flexible fabric.

Double crochet (dc): a taller stitch that creates an open, drapey fabric — used here for the petals.

Slip stitch (sl st): a low, flat stitch used to join rounds or move yarn without adding height.

Increase (inc): two single crochets worked into the same stitch to add stitches.

Decrease (dec): an invisible decrease worked across two stitches to reduce stitch count.

All rounds are worked in a continuous spiral unless otherwise indicated. Use your stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.

The Pattern: Crocheted Autumn Flower Bag Charm

This charm consists of three components: the flower center, the petals, and the leaves. Each is worked separately and then assembled. The finished charm measures approximately 6 to 7 centimeters from the top of the hardware to the bottom of the lowest leaf, though this will vary depending on your yarn weight and tension.

Part One: The Flower Center

This is the heart of your charm — a small, stuffed sphere in a warm golden yellow or burnt orange.

Begin with a magic ring. Round 1: work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tight to close. (6 stitches)

Round 2: inc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)

Round 3: sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)

Round 4: sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)

Now begin stuffing the sphere lightly with polyfill. You do not need a lot — just enough to give it shape and a slight firmness when pressed.

Round 5: dec 6 times around. (6 stitches)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining 6 stitches, pull tight to close, and weave in the end. Your flower center is complete.

Part Two: The Petals

The petals are worked flat and attached around the equator of the flower center. For a full autumn flower, you will make 6 petals. If you prefer a more stylized look, 5 petals works beautifully too.

For each petal, use your main petal color — a deep red, warm orange, or golden yellow works well here. You can use the same color for all petals or alternate two complementary shades for a more natural, variegated look.

Chain 10. This forms the base of your petal.

Row 1: starting in the second chain from the hook, work 1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc. Sl st into the final chain.

Now work back up the other side of the foundation chain: 1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc. Sl st to join at the top.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Your petal should look like a small, slightly rounded leaf shape.

Repeat this process for each petal. Once all petals are made, pin them evenly around the center of the flower sphere, overlapping them slightly at their bases. Using your yarn needle and the tail you left, sew each petal firmly to the sphere. When all are attached, weave in all ends carefully.

Part Three: The Autumn Leaves

The leaves are what give this charm its distinctly seasonal character. Each leaf is worked in a single piece using a combination of chains and slip stitches that create the pointed, slightly asymmetrical shape of a real autumn leaf.

Make two larger leaves and one smaller leaf. Use forest green, olive, or a warm rust-to-brown gradient yarn.

For the large leaves: chain 12. Starting in the second chain from the hook: sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. Chain 3, then work back down the other side: sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. You should have a neat, symmetrical leaf with a little stem chain at the base.

For the small leaf: chain 8. Starting in the second chain from the hook: sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. Chain 3, work back down the other side the same way.

Fasten off each leaf with a long tail for sewing and attachment.

If you want to give your leaves a more realistic, veined look, you can use a slightly contrasting thread or yarn to surface embroider a central vein down the middle of each leaf after assembly.

Assembly

Now comes the satisfying part: putting it all together.

Lay out your components on a flat surface — the flower, the petals (already attached), and your three leaves. Take a moment to arrange them the way you want before committing to sewing anything down.

Thread your yarn needle with a length of matching yarn. Sew the two large leaves to the underside of the flower, positioning them so they angle downward and outward, like a flower sitting in its foliage. Attach the small leaf slightly higher, just visible beside the flower petals.

Once everything is sewn together, cut a 10 to 15 centimeter length of chain or use a jump ring to attach the assembled charm to your keychain hardware. Thread the chain through the small stem chain at the back of the flower sphere, or use a jump ring looped through the base of the flower center.

Give everything one final check — pull gently on each element to make sure everything is secure — and your charm is complete.

Tips for Customizing Your Autumn Bag Charm

One of the best things about a project this size is how easy it is to experiment. Here are some ideas to make this charm entirely your own.

Change the color palette. Autumn means different things in different parts of the world. In New England, it is all about blazing reds and oranges. In the Pacific Northwest, it leans toward muted greens and browns. In central Europe, it is golden and amber. Use the colors that feel like fall to you.

Add texture. A brushed mohair yarn in a deep burgundy makes petals that look almost velvety. A slightly rustic, rusty cotton adds an earthy, vintage quality.

Make a set. A bag charm, a keychain, and a small brooch using the same pattern and color palette make a beautiful coordinated autumn accessory set — wonderful for yourself or as a gift.

Layer your charms. Many crafters attach two or three small charms to the same hardware, creating a cluster effect that sways and catches the light when attached to a bag. A small crocheted pumpkin, a mini acorn, and this flower charm together would be absolutely charming.

Make it glow. Some crafters add a tiny LED bead or glow-in-the-dark thread to their amigurumi accessories. For a bag charm, this can create a beautiful, subtle effect.

A Note on Tension and Gauge

Because this is a decorative accessory rather than a garment, gauge is not strictly critical. What matters more is that your tension is consistent and tight enough that the stuffing inside the flower center does not show through. If you notice gaps in your fabric as you work, try going down a hook size.

The beauty of amigurumi-style work is that tight tension is actually an asset — it creates a firm, sculptural shape that holds up well to regular handling. A bag charm gets a lot of contact throughout the day, so you want something that will maintain its shape and not felt or distort over time.

Caring for Your Crocheted Bag Charm

To keep your autumn flower charm looking beautiful, hand wash it gently if it gets dirty, using cool water and a small amount of gentle detergent. Lay it flat to dry and reshape it while still damp if needed. Avoid machine washing and tumble drying, which can distort the shape and felt the fibers.

If your charm starts to look a little tired after a season of use, a light steam with a garment steamer can refresh the fibers and restore some of the original fluffiness to the petals.

Download the PDF Pattern

If you would like a printable version of this pattern to use in your craft room or take with you on the go, a PDF version with all stitch instructions, assembly diagrams, and a materials checklist is available for download. Having it in print makes it much easier to follow along row by row without having to scroll back and forth on a screen — especially useful if you prefer to work without a device nearby.

The PDF includes a full stitch abbreviation guide, a materials list, numbered pattern steps with stitch counts clearly noted at the end of each row, and a simple visual guide to assembly. It is designed to be printed on standard letter or A4 paper and fits neatly into a project bag or three-ring binder.

Final Thoughts

There is something deeply satisfying about making something small and beautiful. A bag charm like this one takes only a few hours from first stitch to finished accessory, but it carries the same care and craft as any larger project. Every time you reach for your keys or sling your bag over your shoulder, you will see those tiny crocheted petals and leaves, and you will remember the evening you spent making them.

Autumn is a season that asks us to slow down, to notice beauty before it passes, and to hold onto warmth wherever we can find it. A little crocheted charm in the colors of the season is, in its own small way, a response to that invitation.

Happy crocheting — and enjoy every stitch of it.