This crochet daisy keychain pattern combines a yellow center with ten small white petals. The flower is worked in joined rounds, with each petal attached to an alternate stitch around the center.
The petals use chains and double crochet stitches rather than a puff stitch. Their placement follows a two-stitch repeat, making it possible to check the spacing before finishing the round.
A reinforced hanging loop connects the flower to the keyring. The loop attaches to the yellow center so the hardware does not hang directly from a delicate petal.
Materials for the Crochet Daisy Keychain Pattern
- Sport- or DK-weight cotton yarn in yellow.
- Matching-weight white yarn for the petals.
- A 2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook as a starting option.
- A yarn needle.
- Scissors.
- A stitch marker.
- A keyring with an attachment ring.
Use yellow and white yarns of similar thickness. A much heavier petal yarn can pull on the center or change the proportions.
Choose a hook that produces stitches you can work into comfortably. Finished size and yarn consumption depend on the yarn, hook, and tension used.
No stuffing is required.
Abbreviations — US Terms
- MR: magic ring.
- ch: chain.
- sl st: slip stitch.
- sc: single crochet.
- dc: double crochet.
- st / sts: stitch / stitches.
For terminology help, consult the Craft Yarn Council’s crochet abbreviation reference, which also compares US and UK terms.
Construction and Counting Notes
The crochet daisy keychain pattern has two center rounds and one petal round.
Beginning ch-1 does not count as a stitch.
When working the center, join to the first actual sc. Do not count or work into the joining slip stitch on the following round.
Each petal begins and ends in the same yellow base stitch. Skip one yellow stitch before moving to the next petal base.
With 20 stitches in the final center round, this arrangement produces ten petals.
Crochet Daisy Keychain Pattern: Yellow Center
Round 1 — 10 Stitches
With yellow, make a magic ring.
Ch 1, then work 10 sc into the ring.
Tighten the ring to close the opening and join with a sl st to the first sc.
Count: 10 sc.
Round 2 — 20 Stitches
Ch 1.
Starting in the stitch at the base of the chain, work 2 sc into each stitch around.
Join with a sl st to the first sc.
Count: 20 sc.
Fasten off yellow and secure the starting-ring tail.
Check the center before adding petals. If it waves or folds strongly, verify the count and assess the fabric rather than assuming the next round will flatten it.
White Petals — Make 10
Join the Yarn
Join white with a sl st in any actual sc from Round 2.
Mark this yellow stitch as the first petal base.
Make the First Petal
From the marked base:
- Ch 3.
- Work 2 dc into that same yellow stitch.
- Ch 2.
- Sl st back into the same yellow stitch.
The beginning ch-3 and ending ch-2 form the sides of the petal. The two dc form its central section.
One petal is complete.
Move to the Next Base
Skip the next yellow stitch.
Sl st into the following yellow stitch.
This is the base of the next petal.
Repeat the full petal sequence:
Ch 3, 2 dc into the same base stitch, ch 2, sl st into the same base stitch.
Continue around, skipping exactly one yellow stitch between petal bases.
Finish the Round
After completing the tenth petal, skip the final unused yellow stitch and sl st into the marked first base.
Do not make another petal in that stitch.
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Final count: ten petals, with one unused yellow stitch between neighboring petal bases.
Visual Guide: Ten Alternating Petal Bases
Use this schematic to compare ten alternating petal bases with the written steps.
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Reinforced Hanging Loop
Use yellow yarn so the attachment blends with the center.
Position the Attachment
Choose the top of the flower and move the nearby petals aside.
Select two unused yellow stitches from Round 2 near that position. These should be stitches that were skipped during the petal round.
Choose neighboring skipped stitches: there will be one petal-base stitch between them.
The loop will arch between these two attachment points.
Make the Chain
Join yellow yarn with a sl st in the first selected stitch.
Ch 12.
Without twisting the chain, sl st into the second selected yellow stitch.
Reinforce the Loop
Ch 1 and turn to work back along the chain.
Work 1 sc into each of the 12 foundation chains, beginning with the chain nearest the second attachment point.
Do not work into the turning ch-1.
After the twelfth sc, sl st into the first attachment point.
Count: 12 sc along the loop.
Fasten off with a sewing tail.
Use the yarn tails to reinforce both ends across several stitches on the back of the yellow center. Check that these stitches do not pull the petals inward.
Secure and weave in the tails.
Visual Guide: Reinforced Loop on the Yellow Center
Use this schematic to compare reinforced loop on the yellow center with the written steps.
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Add the Hardware
Pass the attachment ring through the reinforced loop and connect it to the keyring.
If using an opening ring, close it completely. Check that the metal edges do not catch or cut the yarn.
This loop is intended for a decorative charm, not a weight-bearing carrying strap.
Practical Tips for the Crochet Daisy Keychain Pattern
Mark the First Petal Base
The marker shows where the round ends. Without it, the final joining stitch can be mistaken for the start of an eleventh petal.
Return to the Same Stitch
Each petal must be secured to its own yellow base before moving onward. Joining directly into the next base changes the attachment.
Keep the Skipped Stitches Visible
Move finished petals aside as needed to identify the next unused yellow stitch. Count ten bases and ten skipped stitches around the center.
Check Curling Before Changing Hook Size
Uneven petals can result from different chain tension, missed stitches, crowded bases, or the yarn combination. Compare the instructions and counts before assuming a hook change will solve the problem.
Reinforce the Center, Not a Petal
The hanging loop attaches to the yellow fabric. Avoid transferring the hardware connection to a white petal simply because it is easier to reach.
Finishing and Care
Arrange the petals gently with your fingers.
If blocking is appropriate for the yarn, follow the manufacturer’s care instructions. Avoid pulling firmly on the petals or using heat without checking the fiber’s requirements.
Inspect the loop and its attachment seams. A gentle pull can reveal a loose connection, but it does not establish a durability or load rating.
Remove the hardware before washing when practical. Allow the flower to dry completely, and check the attachment again before use.
Color Variations
Keep the yellow-and-white combination for a daisy-inspired appearance, or change the petal color while retaining the same yarn thickness.
Use the written ten-petal arrangement when changing colors. Adding another petal layer would require a separate foundation and is not included in this version.
You can also omit the hanging loop and sew the flower onto another item. Attach through the back of the center and add discreet supporting stitches where needed.
More Floral Crochet Projects
For another flower with elongated petals and a separate leaf, explore the Sunflower Crochet Applique Pattern.
If you prefer a more dimensional flower, visit the Crochet Flower Motif Pattern, which uses separate inner and outer petal layers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Petals Does This Crochet Daisy Keychain Pattern Have?
Ten. The final center round contains 20 stitches, and each petal uses one base stitch followed by one skipped stitch.
Are the Petals Puff Stitches?
No. Each petal contains a ch-3, two complete dc, a ch-2, and a slip stitch back into its base.
Does the Beginning Chain Count as a Center Stitch?
No. The ch-1 at the start of each yellow round does not count. Join to the first actual sc.
Can I Use a Different Yarn?
A different yarn and suitable hook will change the size and fabric. Use compatible yarns for the center and petals, and assess one complete sample before making several.
Can I Use the Flower Without a Keyring?
Yes. Omit the loop and hardware, then sew the flower onto a suitable background. Check that the yarn and background have compatible care requirements.
Share Your Daisy
Record the yarn, hook, finished flower diameter, and any construction observations when making this crochet daisy keychain pattern.
Share your color choice and how you used the flower in the comments. If a step needs clarification, mention whether you are working on the center, petals, or hanging loop.
