If you're looking to add a splash of seaside charm to your accessories, you're in for a treat with our seaside knitted keychain patterns!
We've curated a delightful collection of seaside-inspired knitted keyring patterns that you can knit for free. Read on to see them all or use these links to jump to each pattern.
- Free ice cream knitted keychain pattern
- Free beach hut knitted keychain pattern
- Free seagull knitted keychain pattern
- Free lobster knitted keychain pattern
Whether you're a knitting novice or a seasoned pro, these charming keyring designs by Nicola Valiji are perfect for creating unique keychain charms that evoke the refreshing ambiance of the coast.
These seaside-themed keyrings aren't just adorable; they’re also practical and make fantastic gifts. Their small size makes them ideal for using up leftover yarn or experimenting with new techniques. Plus, each design is portable, so you can knit them on the go, even while you’re at the beach yourself!
Whether you’re looking to accessorise your beach bag or want to bring a bit of the coast's serenity to your daily routine, these free knitted keyring patterns offer something for everyone. So, grab your needles and some yarn, and let's dive into the world of seaside keychain creations today!
Cute crab keychain
Complete your seaside keyring collection with our cheeky crab keyring! Find the pattern exclusively in issue 254 of Simply Knitting magazine.
Free seaside knitted keyring patterns
You will need
- Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 295m/100g), 1 ball of each:
- Yarn A Lipstick (1246)
- Yarn C White (1001)
- Yarn D Camel (1420)
- Yarn E Dark Brown (1004)
- A pair of 4mm needles
- Two 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) for i-cord
- Toy stuffing
- Small amount of black yarn for embroidery
- Striped ribbon, 2m
- 4 split rings
Tension
22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles
Measurements
Between 5cm (2in) and 10cm (4in) tall and between 5cm (2in) and 16cm (61/4in) wide
Abbreviations
Our pattern uses standard UK knitting abbreviations. For a full list, check out our knitting abbreviations guide.
Free ice cream keyring knitting pattern
For those with a sweet tooth, an ice cream cone keychain is the perfect way to carry a little bit of summer wherever you go
Cast on 3 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn D.
Row 1 and all wrong side rows through to Row 17 Purl.
Row 2 *Kfb; rep from * to end. [6 sts]
Row 4 *K1, kfb; rep from * to end. [9 sts]
Row 6 *K2, kfb; rep from * to end. [12 sts]
Row 8 *K3, kfb; rep from * to end. [15 sts]
Row 10 *K4, kfb; rep from * to end. [18 sts]
Row 12 *K5, kfb; rep from * to end. [21 sts]
Row 14 *K6, kfb; rep from * to end. [24 sts]
Row 16 *K7, kfb; rep from * to end. [27 sts]
Row 18 Knit.
Row 19 Knit (creating ridge).
Break Yarn D and join Yarn C.
Rows 20 to 27 Beg on a RS knit row, work in st st.
Row 28 K1, *k2tog; rep from * to end [14 sts]
Row 29 *P2tog; rep from * until end of row. [7 sts]
Break yarn and thread rem sts. Pull together but do not fully secure until making up.
Flake Topping
Cast on 5 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn E.
Rows 1 to 4 Beg on a WS purl row, work in st st.
Cast off.
Making up your ice cream knitted keychain
Gather up the cast-on stitches and sew on the wrong side up the row edges to the cast-off stitches, pulling the cinched stitches open.
Turn right side out through the opening and stuff firmly, then tighten and secure the cast-off stitches.
Sew the row edges of the Flake Topping together, and sew the Flake to the top of the Ice Cream.
Tasty knits
We all scream for ice cream, so celebrate your favourite snack with our knitted ice cream motifs.
Free beach hut knitted keychain pattern
Imagine the nostalgia of a sunny beach day encapsulated in a tiny, knitted beach hut keyring.
Front and Back (Make 2)
Cast on 12 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn C.
Row 1 Knit.
Row 2 Purl.
Change to Yarn A
Row 3 Knit.
Row 4 Purl.
Rows 5 to 8 Rep the above four rows once more.
Change to Yarn C.
Row 9 Knit.
Row 10 Purl.
Row 11 K2tog, K8, k2tog. [10 sts]
Row 12 P2tog, P6, p2tog. [8 sts]
Row 13 K2tog, K4, k2tog. [6 sts]
Row 14 P2tog, P2, p2tog. [4 sts]
Row 15 (K2tog) twice. [2 sts]
Cast off.
Sides (Make 2)
Cast on 8 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn C.
Row 1 Knit.
Row 2 Purl.
Change to Yarn A.
Row 3 Knit.
Row 4 Purl.
Rows 5 to 8 Rep the above four rows once more.
Change to Yarn C.
Row 9 Knit.
Row 10 Purl.
Cast off.
Under the sea
Look who also enjoys hanging out at the seaside – it's our very lovely free mermaid knitting pattern!
Floor
Cast on 12 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn C.
Rows 1 to 9 Starting on a knit row work in st st.
Cast off.
Roof
Cast on 17 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn D.
Rows 1 to 22 Knit every row (garter st).
Cast off.
Roof Eaves (Make 4)
Cast on 13 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn D.
Row 1 (RS) Purl.
Cast off.
Door
Cast on 6 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn E.
Rows 1 to 3 Starting on a knit row work in st st.
Cast off.
Life Buoy
Cast on 12 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn A.
Cast off.
Assembling your beach hut knitted keychain
Cut out cardboard to match the floor, front, back and sides of the hut. Sew the Sides to the Front and Back of the Hut, then sew the Floor to the bottom of the joined walls.
Place the cardboard inside the Hut for stability. Stuff with toy stuffing. Sew the Roof on the top of the Hut. Sew two Roof Eaves to the front of the Hut (one Eave on each side of the peaked roof) and the remaining two Eaves to the side edges of the Roof. Sew the Door to the front of the Hut.
Make the Life Buoy by sewing the cast on and cast-off edges together to make a circle. Attach this to just above the Door.
Free knitted seagull keyring pattern
Perhaps you’re fond of the playful antics of seagulls, whose cheeky presence can be captured in a soft, knitted form to dangle from your keys.
Body
Cast on 10 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn C.
Rows 1 to 4 Beg on a knit row work in st st.
Row 5 *K1, k2tog; rep from * to last st, K1. [7 sts]
Row 6 Purl.
Row 7 *K1, kfb; rep from * to last st, K1. [10 sts]
Row 8 Purl.
Row 9 *K1, kfb; rep from * to end. [15 sts]
Rows 10 to 19 Beg on a WS purl row, work in st st.
Row 20 P1, *p2tog; rep from * until end of row. [8 sts]
Rows 21 to 26 Beg on a knit row, work in st st.
Row 27 *K2tog; rep from * until end of row. [4 sts]
Break yarn and thread rem sts, pull tight to fasten off.
Wings (Make 2)
Cast on 8 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn C.
Row 1 (WS) Purl.
Row 2 K1, kfb, (k2tog) twice, kfb, K1. [8 sts]
Rows 3 to 6 Beg on a WS purl row, work in st st.
Row 7 P2tog, P to end. [7 sts]
Row 8 Knit.
Rows 9 to 16 Rep Rows 7 and 8 another 4 times. [3 sts]
Break yarn and thread rem sts, pull tight to fasten off.
Making up your seagull knitted keychain
Beginning at the fastened-off edge of the Body, sew down the underside on the wrong side, leaving a small gap for stuffing. Turn right-side out and stuff.
Fold each Wing in half and sew the long edges together; attach them to either side of the Body. Using black yarn, embroider the eyes, using Yarn B embroider a beak, following photos.
Make legs from twisted cord by cutting 20cm of Yarn B, fold in half and twist together, knotting each end. Attach to the underside of the Body at the midpoint.
Catch some rays!
Keep your sunnies safe with our free knitted sunglasses case pattern.
Free lobster keychain knitting pattern
A cute crab or a quirky lobster keyring can add a touch of nautical whimsy to your everyday life.
Body
Cast on 15 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn A.
Row 1 (WS) Knit.
Rows 2 to 5 Beg on a RS knit row work in st st.
Row 6 *K1, k2tog; rep from * until end. [10 sts]
Row 7 Purl.
Row 8 *K1, kfb; rep from * until end. [15 sts]
Row 9 Purl.
Row 10 *K2, kfb; rep from * until end. [20 sts]
Row 11 Purl.
Row 12 *K3, kfb; rep from * until end. [25 sts]
Rows 13 to 19 Beg on a WS purl row, work in st st.
Row 20 *K3, k2tog; rep from * until end. [20 sts]
Rows 21 to 23 Beg on a WS purl row, work in st st.
Row 24 *K2, k2tog; rep from * until end. [15 sts]
Rows 25 to 27 beg on a WS purl row, work in st st.
Row 28 *K2tog; rep from * another 6 times, K1. [8 sts]
Row 29 Purl.
Pull yarn through remaining stitches and fasten off.
Claws (Make 2)
Cast on 15 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn A.
Row 1 Cast off 6 st, K to end. [9 sts]
Row 2 Purl.
Row 3 Cast on 5 st, K to end. [14 sts]
Cast off.
Legs (Make 6)
Cast on 3 sts using 4mm DPNs and Yarn A.
Make an i-cord 5cm long.
Fasten off.
Assembling your lobster knitted keychain
From the fastened-off end of the Body, sew down the row edges on the wrong side. The seam will be the underside of the Body, leave the tail open. Turn right-side out and stuff. Sew across the tail to close it.
Attach the Legs to either side of the Body and sew the Claws to the front of the Body (using photo as a guide). Using black yarn, embroider the eyes and ridges on the back of the Lobster’s body.
Once keyring figures are fully stuffed and sewn, cut 20cm of ribbon for each keyring and fold in half. Slide a split ring onto the ribbon and sew the ribbon to the back of each keyring figure.
Hit the beach
Don't forget your towel! Keep all your seaside stuff safe with our fabulous free beach bag knitting pattern.
Cast on your knitted keychain today
These fun seaside knitted keyrings make a quick gift for someone special, or you can always just make them for yourself for a bit of summer fun.
Don’t forget to make your knitted crab
Your seaside keyring collection isn’t complete unless you make our super-cute crab too. Find the pattern exclusively in issue 254 of Simply Knitting - Order your print or digital copy today!
