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Thursday, 1 June 2023

DIY BT21 Koya Keychain Pattern: Crochet Your Own Adorable Companion!

Crochet Your Own Adorable Companion!

BT21 KOYA Keychain:

Hey, crochet lovers and BTS ARMY! 🧶💜 Looking for your next adorable project? How about bringing the beloved, sleepy KOYA from BT21 to life? This DIY crochet pattern is perfect for anyone who loves adding a cute, handmade touch to their accessories. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a fun project or a seasoned crocheter aiming to expand your collection of BT21 characters, this pattern is just for you! So grab your hooks and let’s get started on this delightful, portable KOYA keychain!

Materials Needed:

Alize Cotton Gold yarn (Sky Blue, Purple, Black)
2.5mm crochet hook
6mm safety eyes
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stuffing
Keychain ring

Abbreviations:

SC - Single Crochet
INC – Increase
DEC – Decrease
STS – Stitches
SLST – Slip Stitch

Pro Tip: Always place a stitch marker on the first SC of each round to make counting your stitches easier!

Head:

Round 1: 6 SC in a magic ring = (6 STS)
Round 2: 6 INC = (12 STS)
Round 3: (SC, INC) x 6 = (18 STS)
Round 4: (SC, SC, INC) x 6 = (24 STS)
Round 5: (SC, SC, SC, INC) x 6 = (30 STS)
Round 6: (SC, SC, SC, SC, INC) x 6 = (36 STS)
Rounds 7-12: SC all around = (36 STS), 6 rows

Shaping the Head:

Round 13: (SC, SC, SC, DEC) x 6 = (30 STS)
Round 14: (SC, SC, SC, DEC) x 6 = (24 STS)
Round 15: (SC, SC, DEC) x 6 = (18 STS)

Add stuffing to shape the head.

Round 16: (SC, DEC) x 6 = (12 STS)

Add more stuffing to firm up the head before closing.

Round 17: 6 DEC = (6 STS)

- Leave a long tail for sewing, cut the yarn.
- Weave the yarn into the front loops 6 times and pull to close.
- Secure by inserting the needle through the center, pulling the yarn ends inside.

Ears (Make Two):

Round 1: 6 SC in a magic ring = (6 STS)
Round 2: 6 INC = (12 STS)
Round 3: 10 SC, DEC over the last 2 STS, then SLST

Leave a long tail for sewing, cut the yarn.

Nose (Purple Yarn):

Chain 5
From the second chain from hook, work 3 SC and turn your work.
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

Sew the Ears: Position the ears on top of the head, slightly curved.
Attach the Nose: Center the nose below the eyes.
Place Safety Eyes: Secure the eyes on the head for that iconic KOYA look.
Attach Keychain Ring: Secure it at the top, between the ears.

Additional Tips:

Adding Expressions: Try experimenting with the placement of the eyes and ears to create different expressions for your KOYA. Whether he’s extra sleepy or just casually cute, you can customize his look.
Color Variations: Feel free to switch up the colors! How about a pastel KOYA or even a neon one for a unique twist?

Congratulations! You’ve just created your very own KOYA keychain, a cute companion that can tag along on your bag, backpack, or keys. Not only is this a fun, stress-relieving project, but it’s also a perfect handmade gift for friends who love KOYA and BTS. Your KOYA can be a little piece of comfort and style wherever you go!

If you enjoyed this pattern, make sure to follow us for more DIY crochet tutorials inspired by your favorite characters. Share your finished KOYA on social media, tag us, and let everyone see your crochet magic! 💙 What BT21 character would you like to crochet next? Let us know in the comments. Until next time, happy crocheting! 🧶✨

Please Note: This pattern is for personal use only. Copying, distributing, or selling the pattern in any form is strictly prohibited. However, you are welcome to sell the finished products you create from this pattern. Please respect the designer's work and give credit if you do choose to sell your creations. Thank you for understanding and supporting independent creators!

DIY BT21 Chimmy Keychain Pattern: Crochet Your Own Adorable Chimmy!

Crochet Your Own Adorable Chimmy!

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DIY BT21 Chimmy Keychain Pattern

Welcome to my latest DIY project! If you’re a fan of BT21 and love creating cute accessories, this Chimmy keychain is perfect for you. Not only will it add a touch of charm to your keys, but it also makes a delightful gift for friends and family. Let’s get started on this fun crochet adventure!

Materials used:

Alize cotton gold (white, yellow, black)
2.5mm crochet hook
6mm safety eyes
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stuffing
Keychain ring

Abbreviations:

SC - Single stitch
INC – Increase
DEC – Decrease
STS – Stitches
SLST – Slip stitch

Always put your stitch marker on every first sc of each round.

Head: (White yarn)

Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring = (6)
Round 2: 6 inc = (12)
Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6 times = (18)
Round 4: (sc, sc, inc) x 6 times = (24)
Round 5: (sc, sc, sc, inc) x 6 times = (30)
Round 6: (sc, sc, sc, sc, inc) x 6 times = (36)
Round 7-9: (sc in each stitch) = (36), 3 rows
Round 10: (sc, sc, sc, sc, sc, inc) = (42)
Round 11-12: (sc in each sts) = (42), 2 rows
Round 13: (sc, sc, sc, sc, sc, dec) x 6 times = (36)
Round 14: (sc, sc, sc, sc, dec) x 6 times = (30)
Round 15: (sc, sc, sc, dec) x 6 times = (24)

Insert the safety eyes: between round 8-9, 3 sts apart.

Fill in stuffing.

Round 16: (sc, sc, dec) x 6 times = (18)
Round 17: (sc, dec) x 6 times = (12)

Fill in more stuffing before closing the rounds.

Round 18: (6 dec) (6)

Leave a long tail for sewing, cut the yarn. Insert the yarn ends into the needle. Weave in by inserting your needle in front loops 6 times, pull the yarn.

Insert the needle into the very center of the hole, then pull the yarn ends to hide it well inside.

Hoodie: (Yellow yarn)

Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring = (6)
Round 2: 6 inc = (12)
Round 3: sc, inc x 6 = (18)
Round 4: sc, sc, inc x 6 = (24)
Round 5: sc, sc, sc, inc x 6 = (30)
Round 6: sc, sc, sc, sc, inc x 6 = (36)
Round 7: sc, sc, sc, sc, sc, inc x 6 = (42)
Round 8-12: sc in each sts = (42), 5 rows
Round 13: sc, sc, sc, sc, sc, dec = (36)
Round 14: sc, sc, sc, sc, dec = (30)
Round 15: sc, sc, sc, dec = (24)

Ear: (Black yarn)

Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring = (6)
Round 2: 6 inc = (12)
Round 3-4: sc in each sts = (12), 2 rows
Round 5: 10 sc, dec = (11)
Round 6: sc in each sts = (11)
Round 7: 9 sc, dec = (10)
Round 8: 8, dec = (9)
Round 9: 7, dec = (8)
Round 10: dec, sl st

Leave a long tail for sewing then cut the yarn.

Make 2 pcs.

Final Assembly:

Sew the Ears: Position the ears on each side of the head and sew securely.
Embroider the Face: Use black yarn for the nose and mouth, and a touch of red yarn for the tongue.
Attach the Keychain Ring: Sew or clip the ring securely at the top.

And voila! Congratulation! Your very own Chimmy keychain is ready to add a touch of BTS charm to your day!

Crafting your own BT21 Chimmy keychain is a fun and rewarding way to bring a piece of BTS into your daily life. Plus, it makes an adorable gift for any ARMY friend! There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of making something with your own hands, especially when it’s as cute and iconic as Chimmy. This little keychain can be a constant reminder of your love for BTS, adding a playful touch to your everyday essentials.

If you enjoyed this pattern, don’t forget to share your creations with us in the comments or on social media! We’d love to see how your Chimmy turned out. Feel free to customize it, add your own personal flair, or even make a whole collection of BT21 characters.

Follow us for more cute and creative crochet patterns, and let us know which BT21 character you’d like to see next! Plus, tag us in your posts so we can share your amazing work with the world. Happy crocheting, and keep spreading the love and positivity, just like Chimmy! 🎶💛

Enjoy your new creation and let your creativity shine!

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