Halloween crochet keychain patterns are a fun way to add a small seasonal detail to keys, backpacks, purses, and treat bags. Ghosts, pumpkins, bats, spiders, candy corn, and witch hats all work well at a tiny scale, giving you festive projects that use much less yarn than full-size Halloween decorations.
Small seasonal makes are also useful when you need several handmade gifts or party favors. The patterns below include beginner-friendly choices alongside more detailed amigurumi, so you can choose based on your experience, the time you have, and how spooky you want the finished accessory to feel.
1. Ghost Keychain by Joey Diehl
Joey Diehl’s Ghost Keychain from Virkadia is a three-dimensional Halloween project with a finished size of about 2.5 inches high by 2.25 inches wide and 2 inches deep before the clip is added. The designer rates it intermediate and lists medium-weight yarn, a 5 mm hook, stuffing, a keychain clip, and jump rings among the supplies.
The design has more construction detail than a simple flat ghost, including a small popcorn stitch. Choose it when you want a spooky character that feels like a tiny amigurumi rather than a basic ornament. See the original Ghost Keychain pattern.
2. Pumpkin Keychain
Crochet Crafts by Bianca’s Pumpkin Keychain is explicitly listed as beginner-friendly and uses cotton yarn. That makes it a straightforward choice when you want a Halloween-themed accessory without taking on a complicated character.
The pumpkin is also useful because it bridges fall and Halloween. Use traditional orange for a classic look, or change the colors if you want a softer autumn palette. View the original free Pumpkin Keychain pattern.
3. Witch Hat Keychain
Oksana Davydchuk’s Witch Hat Keychain is a very small design, listed at roughly 4 by 4 cm when made with semicotton yarn and a 1.75 mm hook. The pattern is described as easy and based on basic skills such as a magic ring, single crochet, and increases.
This is a strong option when you want a genuinely tiny seasonal charm. It can also be used as an applique or decoration, giving the same little hat more than one purpose. Check the original Witch Hat Keychain pattern.
4. Bat Keychain
The free Amigurumi Bat Keychain from Vui Vui is designed as a small Halloween accessory that can also be used on bags. The listed materials include DK-weight yarn and a 3 mm hook, making it a compact project for crocheters who like small amigurumi.
A bat is a useful choice when you want something unmistakably Halloween but less traditional than a pumpkin. Black is the obvious color, although dark purple, charcoal, or gray can make the charm feel less costume-like and more wearable after October. See the original Bat Keychain pattern.
5. Candy Corn Keychain
Joey Diehl’s Candy Corn Keychain is another three-dimensional option from the Virkadia Scrap Buster Keychains collection. The finished size is approximately 2.5 inches high, 2 inches wide, and 1.25 inches deep before the keychain clip is added.
The project uses three yarn colors and medium-weight yarn, so it is a good choice when you enjoy color changes and want a classic Halloween candy shape. It is rated intermediate, making it more appropriate once you are comfortable with small amigurumi construction. Explore the original Candy Corn Keychain pattern.
6. Spider Keychain
Vui Vui’s Amigurumi Spider Keychain is a free pattern listed with DK-weight yarn and a 3 mm hook. The design has eight legs and uses colorful bows as a decorative detail, giving it a playful look rather than a frightening one.
This is a nice Halloween option for someone who likes animal-style amigurumi but wants a seasonal theme. The small scale also makes it a natural backpack or keyring accessory. View the original Spider Keychain pattern.
7. Ghost Keychain by Jennifer Noelle
Jennifer Noelle’s Ghost Keychain uses a 4 mm hook, medium-weight acrylic yarn, stuffing, and a keychain attachment. The pattern also includes optional face details, giving you room to decide how cute or spooky the finished ghost should look.
Choose this version if you want a classic white ghost but prefer a project that is presented as approachable for newer crocheters. Small changes to the face can completely change the personality of the finished charm. Read the original Ghost Keychain pattern.
8. Witch Hat Keychain by KendellCrochets
KendellCrochets’ free Witch Hat Keychain is listed as an intermediate Ribblr pattern. The example uses chunky yarn, a 5 mm hook, stuffing, and a keychain attachment, so it produces a different scale and texture from the tiny 1.75 mm-hook witch hat.
This is worth choosing when you want a plush, more substantial charm rather than the smallest possible accessory. The chunky texture can also make the finished hat stand out on a backpack. See the original KendellCrochets Witch Hat pattern.
9. Candy Keychain
Virkadia’s Candy Keychain is part of the same Scrap Buster Keychains collection and is specifically presented as a Halloween-themed project. The concept works well for seasonal gifts because candy shapes are recognizable even at a small scale.
This is a good choice if you want something that feels festive without using the usual pumpkin or ghost motif. It can also make a fun addition to a Halloween-themed set of several different charms. Find the original Candy Keychain pattern.
10. Spider Keychain by Twisted Crystal
Twisted Crystal’s Spider Keychain is listed as a beginner amigurumi pattern and is described as a quick project that can be made with or without the keychain attachment. The example uses less than 20 grams of chunky yarn and a 3.75 mm hook.
That makes it particularly interesting for leftover yarn and small market-style makes. If you remove the keychain hardware, the same crochet spider can become a tiny desk companion instead. Check the original Spider Keychain pattern.
How to Choose a Halloween Crochet Keychain
Pick the right level of spooky
Ghosts and pumpkins can look cute with simple faces, while spiders, bats, and witch hats can create a stronger Halloween mood. Think about whether the charm should feel festive, funny, or genuinely spooky.
Plan for the season
If you want to keep using the charm after October, choose a motif such as a bat, ghost, or witch hat that can work as an everyday novelty accessory. If the project is specifically for Halloween gifts, a pumpkin or candy shape can be more obviously seasonal.
Consider making a small collection
Halloween is one of the easiest themes for batch-making because the color palette is naturally limited. Black, orange, white, purple, and green can be mixed across several designs to create a coordinated group of keychains or bag charms.