Colorful Granny Square Scrap Keychain Crochet Pattern

This Colorful Granny Square Scrap Keychain is a fun, fast project that’s perfect for using up small bits of yarn. Each one turns out unique depending on your color choices—I used Lion Brand Mandala Yarn in Groot for a pretty blend of shades. Grab your 4 mm hook, yarn needle, and scissors, and get ready to crochet a mini burst of color!

Each keychain works up quickly, making it a perfect small project for beginners or a fun way to unwind between larger crochet projects. The colorful granny square design adds a playful touch, and no two keychains will ever look exactly alike. It’s a great way to show off your creativity and make the most of your yarn scraps.

These mini granny squares also make wonderful handmade gifts or craft fair items. You can easily customize the colors to match your style or coordinate with the seasons. Attach a keyring or clip, and you’ll have a cute, one-of-a-kind accessory ready to use or share!

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How to Colorful Granny Square Scrap Keychain Crochet Pattern

Supplies

• Scraps of yarn – I used Lion Brand Mandala Yarn in Groot
• scissors
• tapestry needle
• 1- 4 mm crochet hook

Abbreviations – US Terms

• sc–single crochet
• ch- chain

1.  Chain 4.
2. 2 double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook. Chain 2.
3. Work three double crochets, chain 2, three double crochets, chain 2, and three double crochets into the chain, chain 2.
4.  Slip stitch to the top of your starting chain-3 to close the round. 
5. Pull up a loop in any corner and slip stitch. 2 chain stitches.
6. 2 double crochet stitches in the same stitch. Chain 2.
7. 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets, chain 2, and 3 double crochets into the chain.

Center Square

Ch 10

Row 1: sc in 2^nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 1.

Row 2: sc in 2^nd st until end. Chain 1.

Repeat Row 2 until you have 9 rows or the height needed.

Cut and knot yarn.

Finishing

Align all 3 squares with the single crochet square in the middle. Pull up a loop on 1 side and single crochet through the 2 granny squares at the same time.

Repeat 1 single crochet in each stitch and chain space around. After the last single crochet chain to make a loop for the keychain. I chain 18 stitches. Attach to the same place where you started.

Cut and knot yarn. Weave in all ends. Attach metal keychain loop.

Granny Square Scrap Keychain Crochet Pattern

Christmas Ornaments

Supplies

• Caron Little Crafties in Kelly Green, Red, Mustard, & White worsted weight
• Caron Little Crafties in Sky blue, Vivid Blue, Classic Blue & White worsted weight

Christmas Granny Square Ornaments

Turn this colorful granny square keychain pattern into a cute crochet Christmas ornament. These little granny squares work up quickly and are perfect for using small amounts of leftover yarn in your favorite holiday colors.

For a traditional Christmas look, I used red, green, mustard, and white. I also made a winter version using sky blue, vivid blue, classic blue, and white. You could easily change the colors to match your Christmas tree or holiday décor.

Use the same mini granny square pattern and finish it with the crocheted hanging loop. For the ornament version, you can skip the metal keyring and simply hang the loop directly on your Christmas tree.

These small ornaments would also be cute:

• tied onto Christmas presents as gift toppers
• added to a handmade Christmas garland
• given as teacher or coworker gifts
• tucked into a Christmas card
• sold at holiday craft fairs
• made as a set in coordinating colors

Because they use such small amounts of yarn, these scrap yarn Christmas ornaments are a great way to use leftover worsted-weight yarn from other holiday projects.

Traditional Christmas Granny Square Ornament

Use Kelly Green, Red, Mustard, and White for a bright traditional Christmas color combination. The different colors make the simple granny square pattern stand out and give each ornament a cheerful handmade look.

Blue and White Winter Ornament

For a wintery alternative, combine Sky Blue, Vivid Blue, Classic Blue, and White. The shades of blue paired with white give the ornament a snowy look that would work well with blue, silver, or winter-themed Christmas decorations.

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