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Posted on October 14, 2025 by My Fingers Fly — 7 Comments

Frankencat Keychain Crochet Pattern – A Purrfectly Spooky Stitch!

If you love your crochet projects with a dash of spooky and a whole lot of cute, meet your next favorite make — the Frankencat Keychain Crochet Pattern! This little monster kitty is stitched together with charm (and maybe a few loose bolts), making it the purrfect Halloween accessory for cat lovers and creepy-cute fans alike.

💚 What Makes Frankencat So Fun

Frankencat combines classic Halloween vibes with adorable cat features — think little stitches, bolts, and that mischievous stitched grin. Whether you hang it on your keys, your project bag, or give it as a quirky handmade gift, this mini monster is sure to turn heads.

🧶 What You’ll Need

You’ll only need a small amount of blanket yarn in green and black, a keyring, and your K crochet hook to bring Frankencat to life. It’s a great stash-busting project, perfect for leftover super bulky yarn. I used the Cat Keychain pattern from a few months ago and changed the colors a bit.

Easy Cat Keychain Crochet Pattern – PDF Download

⚡ Perfect for Halloween (or Any Day!)

This pattern is quick, beginner-friendly, and full of character. Crochet one for yourself and a few more for friends — after all, everyone could use a little monster in their life!

Ready to bring this electrifying feline to life? You can find the Frankencat Keychain Crochet Pattern [link to pattern] and start stitching your own creepy-cute companion today.

Because every yarn lover knows — a little Franken-fur never hurt anybody! 💀🐱

Materials:

Bernat Blanket yarn:

11 yards MC (black)

2 yards CC (green)

Size K (5.5 mm) crochet hook

Yarn needle

10-mm safety eyes

10-mm safety nose

Ball chain & fastener

Fiberfill (optional)

Finished cat measures approximately 4” tall.

YouTube tutorial: https://youtu.be/4anlnDK0jcs

Ultimate finish: https://youtu.be/jVpTr8mId3I

Directions:

Rnd 1: With CC yarn, ch 2, 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc). Join with sl st.

Rnd 3: 2 sc in each st (24 sc). Join. Fasten off CC yarn.

Rnd 4: Join MC yarn. *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 5: Working in BLO, sc in each st.

Insert safety nose in Rnd 1. Insert safety eyes in Rnd 3, 2 sts apart.

Rnd 6: Working in both lps, *dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 7: *Dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc). Stuff if desired.

Rnd 8: *Dec, sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc).

Rnd 9: Dec 6 times (6 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ult fin.

Ears:

Attach CC in Rnd 5 above eye. Ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next st.

Ch 1, turn, sk first st, sc in next st. Fasten off CC.

Skip 3-4 sts on head and repeat for second ear.

Weave in all ends.

Cut a piece of ball chain approximately 7” long and insert through top center of cat. Close with fastener.

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Posted on October 9, 2025October 10, 2025 by My Fingers Fly — 6 Comments

Gargoyle Amigurumi Crochet Pattern – A Spooky-Cute Halloween Make!

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Looking for the perfect crochet project to guard your yarn stash—or maybe your candy bowl? Meet the Gargoyle Amigurumi, a mischievous little guardian who’s equal parts spooky and adorable!

This crochet pattern lets you create your very own tiny gargoyle, complete with wings, fangs, and a personality that’s sure to charm. Whether perched on your shelf or hiding among your Halloween decorations, this little creature is always watching… in the cutest way possible. 😈💀

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

🧶 Fun and fast to make – great for spooky-season stitching!
🪨 Perfect Halloween décor or year-round gothic charm
🎁 Great gift idea for fantasy lovers or amigurumi fans
💀 Beginner-friendly pattern with clear step-by-step instructions

A Guardian with Personality

Your gargoyle can be fierce, friendly, or downright goofy depending on your yarn choices and facial expressions. Try gray for a classic stone look, or go wild with unexpected colors for a whimsical twist!

Handmade Halloween Magic

From haunted mantels to cute crypt corners, this little gargoyle adds handmade magic wherever it lands. Crochet one for yourself—or make a whole clan to protect your spooky setup!

🎃 Grab your yarn, hook, and a bit of Halloween spirit—it’s time to bring your own crochet gargoyle to life!

Materials:

LBY Vanna’s Choice worsted weight yarn:

100 yards Grey Marble

1 yard Scarlet

Crochet hook size G (4.0 mm)

Yarn needle

Polyfil

2 red safety eyes 12 mm

10” chain (optional)

Measures approximately 6.5” tall

Alternatively, use a double strand of worsted yarn and a K (6.5 mm) hook for a gargoyle measuring 10” tall.

Use blanket yarn with a M (9.0 mm) hook for a plush toy measuring approximately 12” tall.

Directions:

HEAD AND BODY (start at top):

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around (12 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnds 5-8: Sc in each st. Insert safety eyes at Rnd 5 approximately 2 sts apart.

Rnd 9: *Inv dec, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat twice (21 sc).

Rnd 10: Sc in each st.

Rnd 11: *Inv dec, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat twice (18 sc).

Rnds 12-13: Sc in each st. Stuff head and neck firmly.

Rnd 14: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat twice (24 sc).

Rnd 15: Sc in each st.

Rnd 16: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 17: Sc in each st.

Rnd 18: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (36 sc).

Rnds 19-28: Sc in each st.

Rnd 29: Working in BLO, *inv dec, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 30: Working in both lps, *inv dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 31: *Inv dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc). Stuff firmly.

Rnd 32: *Inv dec, sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc).

Rnd 33: Inv dec around (6 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 6” length. Close with ult fin. (Thread remaining length through needle and pick up outer lp of each of the 6 sc. Pull tight to close opening.)

Ultimate Finish Video

HIND LEGS: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join rounds.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnds 3-8: Sc in each sc. Stuff.

Rnd 9: Dec around (6 sc).

Rnd 10: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat twice (9 sc). Mark beg of rnd.

Rnds 11-12: Sc in each sc. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 12.

Rnd 13: Fold foot flat to work toes through both thicknesses. Sl st through both sides of Rnd 12, *ch 4, sl st in 2^nd ch, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sl st through both sides of Rnd 12,” repeat twice (3 toes).

Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing. Sew legs to sides of body at Rnds 27-29 of body with toes facing front.

FRONT LEGS: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join rounds.

Rnd 2: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat twice (9 sc).

Rnds 3-4: Sc in each st.

Rnds 5-6: Sc in 1^st st, hdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, sl st in next 3 sts (9 sts).

Rnds 7-8: Sc in each st (9 sc). Join with sl st at end of Rnd 8. Stuff lightly.

Toes: Fold in half to work through both sides of Rnd 8. Turn, sl st through both thicknesses, *ch 3, sl st in 2^nd ch, sc in next ch, sl st through both thicknesses of front leg,* repeat twice (3 toes). Fasten off yarn leaving 9” length. Sew arms to sides at Rnds 12-18 of body.

See Horny Toad Toes tutorial on Youtube: https://youtu.be/FicL6j9YJDQ

SNOUT:

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join rounds.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnd 3:*Sc in next st, fpdc in next st,* repeat once, sc in next 8 sts. (12 sts)

Rnd 4: Sc in next st, fpdc in next st, 2 sc in next st, fpdc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 4 sts (12 sts).

Rnd 5: Sc in next st, fpdc in next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, fpdc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts (12 sts). Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 9” length for sewing.

Use red yarn to make 2 French knots in Rnd 2 for nostrils.

Stuff snout and sew to center of face just below the eyes.

EARS: (Make 2)

Row 1: Ch 2, sc in 2^nd ch from hook (1 sc).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in next st (2 sc).

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc in first st, 2 sc in next st (3 sc).

Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st. Fasten off yarn leaving 6” length. Sew ears to sides of head at Rnds 4-6.

WINGS: (Make 2)

Row 1: Ch 13, sc in 2^nd ch from hook, sc in next 10 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation ch, sc in next 11 lps (25 sc).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, working in BLO, sc in next 12 sts, 3 sc in sc at tip of wing, sc in next 12 sts (27 sc).

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, working in BLO, sc in 13 sts, 3 sc in sc at tip of wing, sc in next 13 sts (29 sc).

Fasten off leaving 12” length. Sew to back of gargoyle with both wings touching at the top of the wings, then angled downward to approximately Rnd 23. Weave in all ends.

OPTIONAL: Attach chain around gargoyle’s neck. For a Christmas gargoyle, crochet a scarf instead.

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