I’ve been looking for the perfect bag charm pattern for months now, and this sunflower and bee combination is my absolute favorite. The cheerful colors, the sweet little bee, the textured leaf dangling at the bottom. It checks every box for a quick project that looks like it took way longer than it actually did.
This crochet keychain pattern combines amigurumi techniques with flat crochet elements to create a layered charm that works beautifully on bags, backpacks, zipper pulls, or even as a rearview mirror decoration. The whole project uses small amounts of yarn, making it perfect for using up those odds and ends in your stash.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Bag Charm Pattern
Let me tell you what makes this pattern special. Each component works up quickly on its own, usually in under 30 minutes. The bee is a tiny amigurumi piece with simple color changes. The sunflower uses a classic flat circle with petal shaping around the edge. And that textured leaf adds dimension with a simple technique that looks far more complicated than it is.
This pattern is beginner friendly if you know the basics of working in the round and can handle simple increases. If you’ve made a basic amigurumi ball before, you can absolutely make this charm.
The finished piece measures approximately 6 to 7 inches from the clasp to the bottom of the leaf, making it substantial enough to notice but not so large that it gets in the way.
Materials Needed for Your Crochet Keychain
Yarn:
You’ll need sport weight or DK weight yarn in the following colors. Based on what I can see in the images, cotton yarn works beautifully for this project because it holds the stitch definition well and creates crisp, clean shapes.
- Yellow (golden sunflower shade) for the bee body and flower petals
- Black for the bee stripes
- White for the bee wings
- Brown (chocolate or coffee shade) for the sunflower center
- Sage green for the leaf
You’ll use less than 20 yards of each color, so this is a perfect stash buster project.
Hook:
- 2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (Use a smaller hook than recommended for your yarn weight to create tight stitches that hold stuffing well)
Notions:
- Gold lobster clasp with swivel attachment
- Small gold jump rings (approximately 6mm), you’ll need 3 to 4
- Two small black beads or safety eyes (4mm to 6mm) for the bee
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Small jewelry pliers (helpful but not required)
Abbreviations and Stitch Definitions
Before we dive into the pattern, let me define every stitch you’ll encounter. Even if you’re experienced, a quick refresher never hurts.
MR = Magic Ring. This is an adjustable loop that lets you start crocheting in the round with a closed center. You wrap yarn around your fingers, pull up a loop, chain one, then work your stitches into that ring. When you’re done, pull the tail to close the hole completely.
ch = Chain. Yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook. This is your foundation stitch.
sc = Single Crochet. Insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (two loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops.
inc = Increase. Work two single crochet stitches into the same stitch. This adds one stitch to your count.
dec = Invisible Decrease. Insert hook through the front loops only of the next two stitches, yarn over and pull through both front loops, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook. This creates a neater decrease than the standard method.
sl st = Slip Stitch. Insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook in one motion.
hdc = Half Double Crochet. Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through all three loops.
dc = Double Crochet. Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through two loops, yarn over and pull through remaining two loops.
FO = Fasten Off. Cut yarn leaving a tail, pull the tail through the last loop to secure.
Crochet Bee Pattern (Amigurumi Body)
The bee is worked in continuous rounds. Do not join at the end of each round. Use a stitch marker to track the beginning of each round.
Starting with Yellow yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Round 3: *sc 1, inc* repeat around (18 sts)
Round 4: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Change to Black yarn:
Round 5: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Change to Yellow yarn:
Round 6: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Change to Black yarn:
Round 7: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Change to Yellow yarn:
Round 8: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Round 9: *sc 1, dec* repeat around (12 sts)
Begin stuffing the bee firmly at this point. Add the black bead eyes now, positioning them on the yellow section near the decrease rounds. Space them about 4 stitches apart.
Change to Black yarn for the face:
Round 10: *dec* repeat around (6 sts)
Add a tiny bit more stuffing if needed.
Round 11: dec 3 times, sl st to close (3 sts)
FO, leaving a small tail. Weave in the end to close the hole completely.
Bee Wings (Make 2)
With White yarn:
Round 1: 4 sc in MR (4 sts)
Round 2: inc in each st around (8 sts)
Round 3: *sc 1, inc* repeat around (12 sts)
Sl st to first stitch. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
The wings will be slightly cupped. Flatten them gently and sew one to each side of the bee body, positioned on the first yellow stripe near the top.
Crochet Sunflower Pattern
The sunflower is worked flat in joined rounds. This creates a beautiful textured center with petals radiating outward.
Flower Center
With Brown yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in MR, sl st to first sc to join (6 sts)
Round 2: ch 1 (does not count as stitch), inc in each st around, sl st to join (12 sts)
Round 3: ch 1, *sc 1, inc* repeat around, sl st to join (18 sts)
Round 4: ch 1, *sc 2, inc* repeat around, sl st to join (24 sts)
Round 5: ch 1, *sc 3, inc* repeat around, sl st to join (30 sts)
FO and weave in the end. Set aside.
Sunflower Petals
You’ll work the petals directly into the front loops of the last round of the brown center. This creates that lovely layered effect visible in the images.
Join Yellow yarn to any front loop of Round 5:
Petal pattern (repeat 10 times around):
*In the next front loop: sl st, ch 3, 2 dc in same st, ch 3, sl st in same st*
Skip the next 2 front loops, then repeat the petal pattern in the following front loop.
Continue around until you have 10 petals evenly spaced. The sunflower should measure approximately 2.5 to 3 inches across.
FO and weave in ends securely.
Pro tip: If your petals look uneven, don’t worry. Gently steam block the flower by holding it over a pot of boiling water for a few seconds, then shape with your fingers while warm.
Crochet Leaf Pattern
The leaf uses a clever construction technique that creates that beautiful center vein and textured surface I can see in the images.
With Sage Green yarn:
Ch 12
Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook: sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. Do not turn.
Continue around the chain: Ch 2, working into the opposite side of the foundation chain (the bottom bumps): sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.
Sl st into the first sl st to join the leaf into a complete oval shape.
FO, leaving a long tail.
Thread the tail through your tapestry needle. To create the center vein, weave the yarn down the middle of the leaf from tip to base using long straight stitches. This adds that dimensional detail visible in the finished piece.
Assembly Instructions
Now comes the fun part. Putting everything together requires a bit of patience with the jump rings, but the result is worth it.
Step 1: Attach a jump ring to the top of the bee body. Find the center back between the wings and use your tapestry needle to thread the jump ring through a stitch.
Step 2: Attach a jump ring to the top center of the sunflower. Work it through a stitch at the edge of the brown center.
Step 3: Attach a jump ring to the top center of the leaf.
Step 4: Connect the pieces in order. Use additional jump rings to link the bee to the sunflower, and the sunflower to the leaf. Make sure all jump rings are closed securely with no gaps.
Step 5: Attach the lobster clasp to the jump ring at the top of the bee.
Alternative assembly: If you don’t have jump rings, you can use small lengths of chain or even crochet a few chain stitches between elements. The effect is slightly different but equally charming.
Customization Ideas for Your Crochet Charm
This pattern is wonderfully adaptable. Here are some variations to consider:
Skip the bee: Make just the sunflower and leaf for a simpler charm that works up even faster.
Add more leaves: Create two or three leaves in different sizes for a fuller look.
Change the flower: Swap the sunflower for a daisy (white petals, yellow center) or a gerbera (pink petals, black center).
Vary the leaf color: Try olive green, forest green, or even a variegated green yarn for more interest.
Scale it up: Use worsted weight yarn and a 4mm hook for a larger version that works as a wall hanging or car charm.
Finishing Tips and Care Instructions
Blocking: For the flattest, neatest petals, lightly steam block your sunflower before assembly. Pin it to a foam board, hover a steam iron above it (don’t touch the yarn directly), and let it dry completely.
Securing eyes: If using safety eyes, make sure they’re locked in place before stuffing completely. For bead eyes, sew them on securely with several passes of thread.
Durability: This charm will get handled frequently, so weave in all ends thoroughly. A tiny dot of fabric glue on knots can add extra security.
Cleaning: Spot clean with a damp cloth if needed. Avoid submerging in water, as this can distort the stuffed bee shape.
Gift Giving and Selling Tips
This crochet keychain pattern makes an excellent gift for teachers, gardeners, nature lovers, or anyone who appreciates handmade accessories. The combination of the bee and sunflower has that “save the bees” feel that resonates with so many people right now.
Craft fair potential: These charms sell wonderfully at markets and fairs. They’re eye catching, affordable to produce, and appeal to a wide audience. Consider making several in different color combinations.
Packaging ideas: Display on a simple kraft card with a small hole punched at the top. Add a tag describing the handmade nature of the piece.
This step by step crochet tutorial gives you everything needed to recreate this charming accessory. Whether you’re making it for yourself, as a thoughtful gift, or to sell at craft markets, the combination of the amigurumi bee, flat sunflower, and textured leaf creates something truly special.
I really hope you enjoy making this cheerful little charm as much as I enjoyed designing it. If you create one, please save this pattern to your Pinterest boards so you can find it again whenever you need a quick handmade gift idea. And I would absolutely love to see your finished pieces, so drop a comment below or tag me on Instagram when you make yours!
