How to Crochet a Daisy Keychain | Easy Crochet Flower Keychain Tutorial
If you’ve been looking for a quick, satisfying crochet project that produces something genuinely cute and useful, you’ve landed in exactly the right place. A crocheted daisy keychain is one of those projects that checks every box — it’s beginner-friendly, works up in under an hour, uses barely any yarn, and makes a charming handmade gift or accessory. Whether you’re new to crochet or just looking for a fun small project to fill an afternoon, this step-by-step tutorial will walk you through everything you need to know to create your own daisy flower keychain from start to finish.
Let’s get into it.
Why You’ll Love This Project
Before we dive into the pattern itself, let’s talk about why crocheted daisy keychains have become such a popular make. First, they’re incredibly budget-friendly. You likely already have everything you need in your craft stash, and if not, a single skein of yarn in two colors is more than enough to make dozens of these little flowers. Second, they’re fast. Most crafters can complete one in 30 to 45 minutes, which means you can whip up a whole batch for gifts, market stalls, or just to brighten up your own keys and bags. Third, they’re versatile. Once you know the basic structure, you can easily adapt the size, colors, and embellishments to create entirely different looks.
There’s also something deeply satisfying about crocheting something small and complete. Large projects can drag on for weeks, but a keychain rewards you with that sense of accomplishment almost immediately. It’s the perfect palate cleanser between bigger makes.
Materials You’ll Need
One of the best things about this project is how minimal the materials list is. Here’s what to gather before you start.
Yarn: You’ll need a small amount of worsted weight yarn in two colors — one for the petals (white or yellow work beautifully for a classic daisy look) and one for the center (yellow or gold if you’re doing white petals, or a contrasting color of your choice). You only need scraps or small amounts, so this is a great stash-buster project.
Crochet Hook: A 4.0mm or 5.0mm hook is ideal for worsted weight yarn. If you’re using a thinner yarn like DK or sport weight, size down accordingly to keep your stitches neat and tight. Tight tension is especially important for small pieces like this so the stuffing (if you use any) doesn’t show through.
Polyfill Stuffing (Optional): If you want a slightly puffier, more dimensional center for your daisy, you can add a tiny pinch of polyfill before closing up the center circle. This is entirely optional but adds a lovely three-dimensional quality.
Stitch Marker: Helpful for marking the beginning of each round, especially when you’re new to working in the round.
Scissors and Yarn Needle: For cutting and weaving in your ends cleanly.
Keychain Hardware: You’ll need a keychain ring. These are available at craft stores, dollar stores, and online in bulk for very little cost. You can also repurpose an old keychain ring from a broken keychain.
Optional Embellishments: Tiny buttons, seed beads, or a little ribbon bow can all be added to personalize your daisy keychain. More on that later.
Understanding the Stitches
This pattern uses basic crochet stitches, making it genuinely accessible for beginners. Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll be using and what the abbreviations mean throughout the tutorial.
Magic Ring (MR): Also called a magic circle or adjustable ring. This technique lets you start crocheting in the round with a neat, closeable center. If you’re not comfortable with a magic ring, you can chain 4 and slip stitch into the first chain to form a ring instead — just know the center may have a small hole.
Chain (ch): The foundational stitch of crochet. You’ll use chains to create the base of each petal.
Slip Stitch (sl st): A joining stitch used to connect rounds or move yarn to a new position without adding height.
Single Crochet (sc): The most basic stitch. Insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops.
Half Double Crochet (hdc): Yarn over before inserting hook, pull through, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert hook, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Treble Crochet (tr): Yarn over twice, insert hook, pull through, (yarn over, pull through two loops) three times.
If you’re brand new to any of these stitches, don’t worry. Each one is covered in countless free video tutorials online, and they’re all simpler than they sound once you get your hands moving.
Gauge and Size
Gauge matters less in a project like this than it does in garments, but for reference, using worsted weight yarn and a 5.0mm hook, the finished daisy should measure approximately 2.5 to 3 inches in diameter — a perfect, chunky little flower that’s easy to handle and very satisfying to make.
If you want a smaller daisy, use DK or fingering weight yarn with a correspondingly smaller hook. If you want a larger statement flower, go up to bulky yarn with a 6.0mm or even 6.5mm hook. The pattern structure stays the same regardless of yarn weight.
The Pattern: How to Crochet a Daisy Keychain
Now for the main event. The daisy is worked in two separate pieces — the center circle and the petal round — which are then joined together. This method gives you much more control over the look of the finished flower than working everything in one piece.
Part One: The Daisy Center
Use your center color yarn (yellow, gold, or your chosen contrast color).
Round 1: Make a magic ring. Chain 1. Work 6 single crochets into the ring. Pull the tail to close the ring. Slip stitch to the first sc to join. (6 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1. Work 2 single crochets into each stitch around. Slip stitch to join. (12 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1. Single crochet in the next stitch, 2 single crochets in the following stitch. Repeat from to around. Slip stitch to join. (18 stitches)
At this point, fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. If you want to add a tiny bit of stuffing for dimension, don’t fasten off yet — work one more partial round, insert a tiny pinch of polyfill, then close the circle and fasten off.
Your center circle should look like a neat, flat (or slightly domed) button. Set it aside.
Part Two: The Petal Ring
Switch to your petal color yarn (white, cream, or whatever you’ve chosen).
Foundation: Make a magic ring. Chain 1. Work 10 single crochets into the ring. Pull the tail to close. Slip stitch to join. (10 stitches)
This is the base from which all your petals will grow. You’ll work each petal separately off this ring, one at a time.
Making the Petals (Repeat 10 Times):
Each petal is worked as follows. Begin with a slip stitch in the next stitch of the foundation ring. Then:
Chain 1. Single crochet in the same stitch. Half double crochet in the same stitch. Double crochet in the same stitch. Treble crochet in the same stitch. Double crochet in the same stitch. Half double crochet in the same stitch. Single crochet in the same stitch. Chain 1. Slip stitch into the same stitch.
Then slip stitch into the next stitch of the foundation ring and repeat the petal sequence.
Work this petal across each of the 10 stitches in the foundation ring. By the end, you’ll have 10 neat, rounded petals fanning out from the center ring.
Fasten off and weave in your ends, or leave a tail for joining.
If 10 petals feels like a lot for your first attempt, you can also work just 8 petals using 8 single crochets in the foundation ring. The flower will still look beautiful and daisy-like — just slightly more open.
Part Three: Joining the Center to the Petals
Position your center circle on top of the petal ring, right sides both facing up. The center should sit neatly over the inner part of the petals, covering the base ring.
Using your yarn needle and the long tail from the center circle, whip stitch or mattress stitch around the edge of the center circle, attaching it securely to the petal ring beneath. Make sure to catch the petal fabric as you go around so the two pieces are firmly joined. Pull snugly but not so tightly that the pieces warp.
Once you’ve sewn all the way around, knot off securely and weave in any remaining ends. Give the flower a little squeeze and reshape the petals if needed.
Part Four: Attaching the Keychain Ring
There are two easy ways to attach your keychain ring to the finished daisy.
The first method is to cut a short length of yarn (about 4 inches), fold it in half, loop it through the keychain ring, and then use your crochet hook to pull both ends of the yarn through one of the stitches at the edge of the flower. Tie the ends in a secure knot and trim any excess, or thread them onto your yarn needle and weave them invisibly into the back of the flower.
The second method is to use a small jump ring and a lobster clasp (available at jewelry supply or craft stores). Attach a jump ring to a small stitch at the top edge of the flower, and then connect the lobster clasp to that. This gives a more polished, jewelry-quality finish and makes it easier to swap the flower on and off different keyrings.
Either method works well — choose whichever suits the look you’re going for.
Tips for a Beautiful Finished Flower
Getting your daisy to look its best is mostly a matter of a few small habits. Work your stitches consistently, keeping even tension throughout. When you make the petals, try to use the same number of yarn overs and the same pull-through depth for every stitch so each petal comes out the same size. Blocking your finished flower can also make a significant difference — even a light spritz of water and a gentle press under a towel will help the petals lay flat and even.
When joining the center to the petals, take your time. The join is the most visible seam on the whole piece, and a careful whip stitch around the perimeter will give you that clean, professional look where the center appears to be sitting proudly on top of the petals rather than awkwardly stitched onto them.
Finally, don’t skip weaving in your ends properly. On a piece this small, any loose ends that work their way free will show immediately and ruin the look of an otherwise lovely flower.
Color Inspiration and Variations
The classic daisy color combination — white petals with a yellow center — is always beautiful, but don’t let tradition limit your creativity. Some gorgeous alternatives to consider include:
Lavender petals with a white center for a soft, romantic look. Hot pink petals with a bright orange center for something bold and summery. Pastel rainbow petals (working each petal in a different color) for a whimsical effect. Deep burgundy with a cream center for a more sophisticated, autumnal feel. Black petals with a neon yellow or green center for an edgy, modern take.
You can also use variegated or self-striping yarn for the petals to get a multicolored effect without having to switch yarns repeatedly. Gradient yarns work particularly well because the color shifts gradually across the petals for a beautiful ombre look.
For an extra special touch, consider adding a small seed bead or rhinestone to the center of the daisy after joining. A tiny dab of fabric glue holds it in place perfectly. You can also sew a small button to the center instead — a vintage pearlescent button on a white daisy is particularly charming.
How to Make It a Gift Set
One of the loveliest things about this pattern is that it scales so easily into a gift. Make a set of three or four daisies in coordinating colors, attach them to a single larger keyring, and you’ve got a beautiful handmade gift that looks like something from a boutique. Add a handwritten tag with the recipient’s name and you’ve elevated a simple craft project into something genuinely personal and memorable.
Alternatively, crochet a small cluster of daisies in different sizes (experiment with fewer and shorter petals for smaller flowers and more stitches in the foundation ring for larger ones) and arrange them into a little bouquet on a single ring. Tied together with a small piece of twine or ribbon, this makes an adorable accessory.
These keychains also sell beautifully at craft fairs and markets. At minimal material cost per piece and a quick production time, the margins are very favorable, and the visual appeal draws people in immediately.
Caring for Your Crochet Daisy Keychain
Since your keychain will live in a bag or pocket and likely get handled frequently, it’s worth knowing how to keep it looking fresh. Most acrylic yarns can be gently hand-washed in cool water with a drop of mild dish soap. Give it a gentle swish, rinse well, press out excess water in a towel (don’t wring), and let it air dry. Reshape it while it’s damp and it will dry looking as good as new. Cotton yarn keychains are similarly easy to care for and tend to hold their shape very well over time.
If you used natural fiber yarn like wool, treat it accordingly — cool water, no agitation, and careful handling to prevent felting.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If your petals are curling up and not lying flat, your tension may be too tight. Try loosening your grip on the yarn slightly or going up half a hook size.
If the center of the flower has a hole you can’t close completely, make sure you’re pulling the magic ring tail firmly before fastening off, and consider a second pass with your yarn needle through the center stitches to cinch it further.
If your petals are coming out different sizes from one another, count your stitches carefully for each petal and try to keep the same rhythm throughout. Working slowly and deliberately helps here more than anything.
If the center and petal pieces don’t seem to match up in size, check your foundation ring stitch count. The center circle (18 stitches after round 3) and the 10-stitch petal foundation are calibrated to fit together well at worsted weight — if you’ve deviated from either count, the proportions will be off.
Final Thoughts
Crocheting a daisy keychain is one of those projects that seems almost too simple until you hold the finished flower in your hand and realize just how sweet and satisfying it is. There’s real craftsmanship in getting those petals even, in joining the center cleanly, in choosing colors that make something that looks like it could have come from a shop.
Once you’ve made your first daisy, you’ll almost certainly want to make another. And another. They make wonderful last-minute gifts, stocking stuffers, party favors, and everyday accessories. Best of all, each one is a small, complete act of making — a little burst of color and handmade joy that someone gets to carry around with them every single day.
Grab your hook, pick your colors, and let’s make some flowers.
