Show off your Canadian pride with this adorable handmade Crochet Canada Soccer Jersey Keychain! Perfect for sports fans, this charming amigurumi-style accessory is a fantastic way to support your favorite team or celebrate national spirit. It’s a quick and rewarding project, ideal for crocheters of all levels looking to create a unique gift or a special treat for themselves. Get ready to crochet your very own miniature jersey!
Craft a Unique Symbol of Support
Imagine the joy of carrying a handcrafted piece of your passion everywhere you go. This crochet jersey keychain isn’t just an accessory; it’s a testament to your dedication and love for Canadian soccer. It makes an incredibly thoughtful and personalized gift for friends, family, or fellow fans. Plus, the satisfaction of creating something so detailed and meaningful with your own hands is truly unbeatable. Start crocheting today and wear your heart on your keys!
Crochet Pattern: Crochet Canada Soccer Jersey Keychain: Score a Handmade Goal!
Materials
Sport or DK weight yarn in Bright Red (for one half of the body and sleeves)
Sport or DK weight yarn in Dark Cherry Red (for the other half of the body)
Sport or DK weight yarn in Black
Sport or DK weight yarn in White
2.5mm Crochet Hook
Yarn needle
Scissors
Keychain ring
Small amount of polyester fiberfill (optional, for slight puffiness)
White embroidery floss or very fine white yarn for logos
Abbreviations
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
sc2tog: single crochet two stitches together (decrease)
st(s): stitch(es)
FO: finish off
Instructions
This pattern makes two identical body panels (front and back). You will change colors mid-row for the split design.
Body Panel (Make 2 – Front and Back):
Using Bright Red yarn and 2.5mm hook, ch 21.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 9 ch (10 sc in Bright Red). Change to Dark Cherry Red yarn and sc in next 10 ch. Ch 1, turn. (20 sc)
Row 2-15: Repeat Row 1. (You should have 10 sc in Bright Red and 10 sc in Dark Cherry Red in each row).
Shape Neckline and Armholes (continue color changes):
Row 16 (Armhole decrease): Sc2tog with Bright Red, sc in next 7 st. Change to Dark Cherry Red. Sc in next 7 st, sc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (18 sc)
Row 17: Sc in next 8 st with Bright Red. Change to Dark Cherry Red. Sc in next 8 st. Ch 1, turn. (16 sc)
Row 18 (Neckline shaping): Sc in next 6 st with Bright Red. Change to Dark Cherry Red. Sc in next 6 st. Ch 1, turn. (12 sc – center 4 stitches skipped for neckline)
Row 19: Sc in next 6 st with Bright Red. Change to Dark Cherry Red. Sc in next 6 st. Ch 1, turn. (12 sc)
Row 20 (Shoulder straps): Sc in next 4 st with Bright Red. Change to Dark Cherry Red. Sc in next 4 st. Ch 1, turn. (8 sc)
Row 21: Sc in next 4 st with Bright Red. Change to Dark Cherry Red. Sc in next 4 st. Ch 1, turn. (8 sc)
FO.
Sleeves (Make 2):
Using Bright Red yarn, ch 11.
Row 1-5: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (10 sc)
Row 6 (Cuff): With Black yarn, ch 1, sc in each st across. FO.
Collar:
With Black yarn, attach yarn to one shoulder edge of the front panel.
Row 1: Ch 1, sc evenly around the neckline opening (approx. 18-20 sc). Sl st to first sc. FO.
Assembly:
Place front and back body panels together, wrong sides facing.
Using your yarn needle and Bright Red yarn, sew the shoulder seams and side seams. Leave openings for the armholes.
Sew the sleeves into the armholes.
Lightly stuff the jersey with polyester fiberfill if desired.
Using white embroidery floss or fine white yarn, carefully embroider the Nike swoosh onto the upper left chest and the Canada soccer logo onto the upper right chest of the front panel, as depicted in the image.
Attach the keychain ring to the top center of the collar.
