Bring the ultimate summer vibes with you wherever you go with this adorable mini crochet flip-flop keychain! This quick and easy crochet project is perfect for using up scrap yarn and makes a wonderful handmade gift, bag charm, or summer party favor. Let’s dive into how to make this cute beach-ready accessory today.
Why You’ll Love This Quick Summer Project
This pocket-sized flip-flop is not only a delightful stash buster but also an excellent way to practice working in the round and adding delicate embellishments. With its realistic tiny details, including the contrasting sole border, simple straps, and a miniature flower accent, you can whip up a dozen of these in just one evening to share with friends and family.
Crochet Pattern: How to Crochet a Mini Flip-Flop Keychain: Free Pattern
Materials
Fingering weight cotton yarn (Turquoise, White, and a scrap of Yellow)
2.0 mm (US Size B-1) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Scissors
Metal jump ring and keychain link
Abbreviations
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
BLO – back loops only
Instructions
Sole (In White):
Start by making a slip knot and chain 11.
Round 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 4 ch, hdc in next 3 ch, 5 hdc in the last ch. Working along the opposite side of the chain foundation: hdc in next 3 ch, sc in next 4 ch, 3 sc in the starting ch. Join with a sl st to the first sc (22 sts).
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in the first st, sc in next 7 sts, hdc in next st, 2 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, hdc in next st, sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in each of the last 2 sts. Join with a sl st and fasten off the white yarn (28 sts).
Sole Border (In Turquoise):
Join turquoise yarn at the center heel stitch.
Round 3: Ch 1, sc in the BLO of each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc and fasten off, weaving in all ends.
Straps (In White):
Locate the center-front toe stitch. From there, count 9 stitches down the right side and join white yarn.
Ch 9, insert your hook into the center-front toe stitch and pull through to secure the first half of the strap.
Ch 9, and join with a sl st to the opposite side (9 stitches down the left side from the center-front). Fasten off and weave in the ends securely on the underside.
Mini Flower (In Yellow & White):
With Yellow: Start with a magic ring. Ch 1, work 5 sc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the first sc and switch to White.
With White: (Ch 2, sl st in the same stitch, sl st in the next stitch) 5 times to create the petals. Fasten off, leaving a short tail for sewing.
Sew the flower to the center of the strap where it connects to the toe post.
Assembly:
Attach your metal jump ring and keychain loop to the center-heel stitch of the turquoise border. Your mini flip-flop keychain is now ready to use!
