Description

**Please note this is the same pattern as the Mini Crab Amigurumi Pattern. All the same instructions are included in both patterns (to make either the Santa hat or the keychain add-on).**

This crochet pattern PDF has been tested and includes 14 pages of pictures and detailed instructions to make your very own Santa Crab Amigurumi Christmas Ornament. Instructions are also included to turn your crab into a cute keychain so you can enjoy carrying him around all year long!

Skill Level

Beginner

Finished Dimensions

Approx. 4″ x 4″

Supplies Needed

• DK weight/#3 yarn (Paintbox Yarns Simply DK or similar): Red, white
• Size C / 2.75 crochet hook
• Two 8mm black safety eyes
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch marker
• Pins
• A length of red ribbon or yarn for the hanger
  
• Optional Keychain Supplies:
  • Keychain – I purchased mine on Amazon, they have a 1” split key ring, a short chain, and an open jump ring.
  • Pliers

Terms & Abbreviations

• Mc: Magic Circle
• Ch: Chain
• Sl: Slip Stitch
• Sc: Single Crochet
• Inc: Increase
• Dec: Decrease – I recommend using the Invisible Decrease
• Dc: Double Crochet
• Bobble Stitch (instructions in pattern)