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 creepy-cute mini cat is stitched together with charm (and just a few loose bolts), making it the purr-fect Halloween accessory for cat lovers, spooky season fans, and anyone who enjoys whimsical handmade projects.
💚 Why You’ll Love Making Frankencat
Frankencat blends classic Halloween monster elements with adorable kitty features — complete with mini stitches, bolts, and a cheeky stitched grin.
Free pattern by Lisa Ferrel from My Fingers Fly
Whether you clip it to your keys, backpack, project bag, or gift it to a friend, this mini monster is guaranteed to get smiles and spark conversations.
🧶 A Fun & Quick Stash-Buster
You’ll only need a small amount of yarn, a keyring, and your favorite crochet hook to bring Frankencat to life. It’s a fantastic stash-busting pattern.
Especially for leftover yarn in spooky greens, purples, black, or gray. You can even make a whole collection in different colors for a fun twist!
⚡ Perfect for Halloween… or Any Day!
This pattern is beginner-friendly, fast to work up, and full of personality. Make one for yourself, then whip up a few extras as quirky gifts, craft fair stock, or Halloween party favors. Frankencat may be tiny, but he packs a whole lot of charm.
Lisa Ferrel from My Fingers Fly
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 5 stitches per 4 inches
Size
Finished cat measures approximately 4” tall.
Materials
Bernat Blanket yarn:
11 yards MC (black)
2 yards CC (green)
Supplies
Size K Crochet Hook 6.5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
10-mm safety eyes
10-mm safety nose
Ball chain & fastener
Fiberfill (optional)
