Free Crochet Fried Egg Keychain Pattern DIY for Bags and Backpacks

Crocheting fun, food-themed charms is a great way to add personality to your bags, backpacks, or keyrings and the crochet fried egg keychain is one of the cutest and easiest little projects you can try. The video tutorial “Crochet fried egg | Instructions for crocheting fried eggs for keychains and backpacks” walks you through creating this sunny-side-up accessory step by step.

This project is ideal for crocheters of all skill levels even if you’re a beginner, the simple shape, basic stitches, and small size make it manageable and satisfying. In just a short time, you can turn yarn into a quirky egg motif that catches the eye and makes a delightful gift or personal accessory.

Materials & Tools

• Yarn
   - White yarn (for egg white)
   - Yellow yarn (for yolk)

• Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn, e.g. 2.5 mm–3.5 mm)

• Scissors

• Yarn needle

• Stitch marker (optional)

• Keychain ring or lobster clasp

Abbreviations (US terms)

• ch = chain

• sc = single crochet

• inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)

• dec = decrease (sc 2 together)

• sl st = slip stitch

• st(s) = stitch(es)

Pattern Instructions

Yolk (in yellow)

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)

2. Round 2: inc in each stitch around (i.e., 2 sc in each) → total 12 sts

3. Round 3: sc in next, inc in next repeat around → total 18 sts

4. Round 4: sc 2, inc repeat around → total 24 sts

5. Fasten off (or continue directly into white)

Egg White (in white)

1. Attach white yarn to any stitch of the yolk.

2. Round 1: sc around the yolk edge, placing multiple sc in between as needed to maintain flat shape.

3. Rounds 2-4 (or more): Continue sc around, increasing gently where needed to keep shape flat. You may do sc in next 1 or 2 stitches, inc repeatedly.

4. Optional Ruffle Edge: In the outermost round, you may add 2 sc in each stitch or sc, inc alternating to create a slight ruffle or wavy border.

5. Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail for sewing/attaching.

Assembly & Finishing

• Weave in all ends using yarn needle.

• Using the tail, sew or attach your keychain ring or clasp to the top edge of the egg white (through a few stitches, securely).

• If you like, you can stiffen lightly using a fabric stiffener spray (optional), so it holds shape better in a bag.

Tips & Notes

• Use contrasting yarn thicknesses: too thick can make your egg puffy; too thin may curl.

• Adjust number of white rounds to make your egg larger or smaller.

• Use stitch markers when doing rounds to keep track of start points and any increases.

• For extra cuteness, you might add a small face (eyes/mouth) with embroidery thread or safety eyes.

Variations & Ideas

• Make mini or jumbo versions by scaling the rounds.

• Use glow-in-the-dark yarn or sparkly thread for fun accents.

• Combine with other food-themed keychains (like toast, bacon, etc.) to make a set.

• Use it as a zipper pull instead of a keychain.

Conclusion

This free crochet fried egg keychain is an enjoyable and fast project that’s perfect for beginners or those wanting a small, giftable item. With just basic stitches and a bit of creativity, you can turn plain yarn into a charming sunny-side-up accessory for bags or backpacks.