Monster Key Case Crochet Tutorial - Pt.1
Summary
This video tutorial demonstrates how to crochet a small monster key fob. It details the materials needed, including specific yarn weight, crochet hook size, safety eyes, and a small button. The process begins by creating the base of the monster by crocheting in rounds, gradually increasing to form an oval shape. The tutorial then explains how to create the mouth opening using a chain, followed by further rounds to shape the head. Finally, it instructs on how to complete the body and prepare for adding smaller details.
Key Insights
Use tight stitches to create a solid fabric.
This project is similar to amigurumi, requiring tight stitches to avoid visible gaps. Using a stitch marker is highly recommended, especially for beginners, to keep track of stitches and rounds.
Sections
Materials and Setup
Gather necessary materials for crocheting the key fob.
You will need two cotton yarns of fingering weight (also called a two), a 3.25mm crochet hook (or 2.75mm/3mm for tighter stitches), a stitch marker, 5mm safety eyes, embroidery floss for optional antenna, a small half-inch button, and a stitch counter.
Use tight stitches to create a solid fabric.
This project is similar to amigurumi, requiring tight stitches to avoid visible gaps. Using a stitch marker is highly recommended, especially for beginners, to keep track of stitches and rounds.
Plan to crochet the monster body from bottom to top.
The construction starts at the 'crotchy part' between the legs and works upwards to the head. Smaller pieces will be made separately and attached later.
Crocheting the Base (Rounds 1-4)
Begin with a foundation chain and work stitches around it.
Start with a slip knot and chain 7. In the second chain from the hook, single crochet 5 stitches. In the last chain, make 3 single crochets. Work 4 single crochets along the other side of the chain, then 2 single crochets in the starting chain space. Finish the round by slip stitching and chaining 1. This forms Round 1 with 14 stitches.
Gradually increase stitches to form an oval shape.
Round 2 involves an increase in the join stitch, 4 single crochets, 3 increases, 4 single crochets, and 2 increases, totaling 20 stitches. Round 3 has a single crochet, an increase, 4 single crochets, 3 sets of single crochet-increase, 4 single crochets, 2 sets of single crochet-increase, totaling 26 stitches. Round 4 starts with an increase, 9 single crochets, an increase, 2 single crochets, an increase, 9 single crochets, an increase, and 2 single crochets, totaling 30 stitches.
Consistent round completion involves slip stitch and chain 1.
Each round is completed by slip stitching into the first single crochet of the round (where the stitch marker was) and then chaining 1 to begin the next round. Mark the first stitch of every round to maintain accuracy.
Shaping the Body (Rounds 5-16)
Crochet consistently for 12 rounds to build height.
Rounds 5 through 16 consist of single crocheting 30 stitches all the way around. This creates the main body height of the monster. Begin each round in the join stitch and mark the first stitch. After Round 4, there should be 30 stitches, which is maintained for these 12 rounds.
Identify the right side and the back seam for orientation.
After Round 16, orient the piece so the right side is facing out. The seam created by the joining and increasing rounds will naturally form the back of the monster. The foundation chain should be at the bottom, allowing the body to flatten.
Creating the Mouth Opening (Rounds 17-20)
Form the mouth opening by chaining across the front.
Round 17 starts by slip stitching and chaining 1. With the back facing you, single crochet 15 stitches across the back seam. Then, chain 15 stitches and skip the next 15 stitches, connecting to the first stitch with a slip stitch. This creates the mouth opening.
Work single crochets into the chain to form the lip base.
Round 18 begins with a single crochet in the join stitch, followed by 15 single crochets across the back. Then, single crochet 15 stitches into the previously made chain, completing 30 stitches total. Ensure the chain is not twisted. Slip stitch and chain 1 to finish.
Continue with two rounds of 30 single crochet stitches.
Rounds 19 and 20 involve working 30 single crochet stitches all the way around. As usual, start in the join stitch, mark the first stitch, and complete the rounds by slip stitching and chaining 1. This completes the basic head shape and mouth.
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