Sulley Amigurumi Crochet Monster Keychain
Welcome to the Mini Sulley Keychain Amigurumi Crochet Pattern! This pattern will guide you through creating a charming miniature version of James P. “Sulley” Sullivan from Disney Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. This amigurumi is designed to be a small, adorable companion, perfect for attaching to keys, bags, or as a delightful desk ornament. The pattern focuses on capturing his iconic teal fur, purple spots, and friendly expression.
This pattern is suitable for intermediate crocheters who are familiar with basic amigurumi techniques such as working in continuous rounds, single crochet, increases, and decreases. The main challenge will be managing color changes for Sulley’s distinctive spots. Attention to detail in assembly and facial embroidery will help bring your Sulley to life.
Materials
•Yarn:
•Teal/Light Blue (for main body, head, arms, and legs)
•Purple (for spots)
•Grey (for horns)
•Black (for mouth embroidery)
•Crochet Hook: Size appropriate for your chosen yarn (e.g., 2.0mm – 2.5mm) to ensure tight stitches for a small amigurumi.
•Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
•Safety Eyes: 6mm or 8mm black safety eyes (or size appropriate for your amigurumi)
•Tapestry Needle: For sewing parts and weaving in ends.
•Stitch Markers: Essential for working in continuous rounds.
•Scissors
•Pins: For positioning parts before sewing.
•Keychain Ring: With a small chain attachment.
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)
•MR: Magic Ring
•ch: Chain
•sl st: Slip Stitch
•sc: Single Crochet
•inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
•dec: Decrease (sc2tog – single crochet 2 together)
•FLO: Front Loop Only
•BLO: Back Loop Only
•FO: Fasten Off
•st(s): Stitch(es)
•(…): Repeat instructions within parentheses the specified number of times.
•[…]: Total number of stitches at the end of the round/row.
•CC: Change Color
Notes
•Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Do not join rounds with a slip stitch unless instructed.
•Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
•Stuff your amigurumi firmly as you go, ensuring an even and smooth shape.
•The finished size may vary depending on your yarn weight and hook size.
•For a cleaner finish, use the invisible decrease method (insert hook into front loop of first stitch, then into front loop of second stitch, yarn over, pull through both loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops).
•When changing colors (CC), complete the last yarn over of the stitch before the color change with the new color.
Pattern
Head and Body (Teal/Light Blue Yarn with Purple Spots)
This section is worked as one continuous piece, starting from the top of the head and moving down to the body. The purple spots are integrated using color changes. Stuff firmly as you go.
Head: Round 1: MR 6 sc [6] Round 2: (inc) x 6 [12] Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18] Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24] Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30] Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36] Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 [42] Round 8-12: Sc in each st around (5 rounds) [42]
Insert safety eyes between Round 9 and 10, approximately 7-8 stitches apart.
Round 13: (5 sc, dec) x 6 [36] Round 14: (4 sc, dec) x 6 [30]
Start stuffing the head firmly, shaping it as you go.
Round 15: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
Body: Round 16: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30] Round 17: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36] Round 18: Sc in each st around [36]
Round 19 (Spot Placement):
•Work 5 sc in Teal/Light Blue.
•CC to Purple: 3 sc in Purple (Spot 1).
•CC to Teal/Light Blue: 10 sc in Teal/Light Blue.
•CC to Purple: 3 sc in Purple (Spot 2).
•CC to Teal/Light Blue: 15 sc in Teal/Light Blue. [36]
Round 20: Sc in each st around in Teal/Light Blue (carry Purple yarn loosely behind work if desired, or cut and reattach) [36]
Round 21 (Spot Placement):
•Work 12 sc in Teal/Light Blue.
•CC to Purple: 3 sc in Purple (Spot 3).
•CC to Teal/Light Blue: 10 sc in Teal/Light Blue.
•CC to Purple: 3 sc in Purple (Spot 4).
•CC to Teal/Light Blue: 8 sc in Teal/Light Blue. [36]
Round 22: Sc in each st around in Teal/Light Blue [36]
Round 23: (4 sc, dec) x 6 [30] Round 24: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing if you plan to attach legs separately, or continue directly to legs if joining. For this pattern, we will assume separate legs for better shaping.
Arms (Make 2 – Teal/Light Blue Yarn with Purple Spots)
Sulley’s arms are short and have a purple spot. Stuff lightly.
Round 1: MR 6 sc [6] Round 2: (sc, inc) x 3 [9] Round 3-4: Sc in each st around (2 rounds) [9]
Round 5 (Spot Placement):
•Work 3 sc in Teal/Light Blue.
•CC to Purple: 3 sc in Purple (Spot).
•CC to Teal/Light Blue: 3 sc in Teal/Light Blue. [9]
Round 6-8: Sc in each st around in Teal/Light Blue (3 rounds) [9]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten the opening and sew to the sides of the body, just below the neck, ensuring they are symmetrical.
Legs (Make 2 – Teal/Light Blue Yarn with Purple Spots)
Sulley’s legs are short and have a purple spot. Stuff firmly.
Round 1: MR 6 sc [6] Round 2: (inc) x 6 [12] Round 3-4: Sc in each st around (2 rounds) [12]
Round 5 (Spot Placement):
•Work 4 sc in Teal/Light Blue.
•CC to Purple: 4 sc in Purple (Spot).
•CC to Teal/Light Blue: 4 sc in Teal/Light Blue. [12]
Round 6-8: Sc in each st around in Teal/Light Blue (3 rounds) [12]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the legs firmly. Sew the legs to the bottom of the body, positioning them to allow the Sulley to stand or sit as desired.
Horns (Make 2 – Grey Yarn)
Sulley has small, rounded horns. Do not stuff.
Round 1: MR 4 sc [4] Round 2: (sc, inc) x 2 [6] Round 3: Sc in each st around [6] Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 2 [8]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Pinch the bottom opening flat. Sew the horns to the top of Sulley’s head, slightly to the sides, referring to the image for placement.
Assembly
1.Attach Arms: Pin the arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck, ensuring they are symmetrical. Sew them securely in place.
2.Attach Legs: Pin the legs to the bottom of the body, ensuring they are evenly spaced and allow the amigurumi to stand or sit as desired. Sew them securely.
3.Attach Horns: Sew the horns to the top of Sulley’s head, slightly to the sides, referring to the image for accurate placement.
Facial Features and Details
1.Eyes: If you used safety eyes, ensure they are securely fastened. The white part around the black pupil is part of the safety eye itself.
2.Nose/Muzzle (Teal/Light Blue Yarn): Using Teal/Light Blue yarn, embroider a small, slightly raised area for the nose/muzzle. This can be done by making a few horizontal stitches or a small satin stitch oval, centered below the eyes.
3.Mouth (Black Yarn): Using black embroidery floss or thin black yarn, embroider a simple, curved smile line on Sulley’s face, centered below the nose. Use a backstitch for a clean line.
Finishing
•Weave in all remaining loose ends securely.
•Gently shape your Mini Sulley amigurumi, ensuring all parts are well-stuffed and proportioned.
•Attach a keychain ring to the top of Sulley’s head.
•Enjoy your adorable new Sulley keychain!
