Boba lovers, this one’s for you. This tiny crochet boba tea keychain works up fast, looks adorable, and makes a perfect gift, bag charm, or craft-fair bestseller. The cup is stitched in tight single crochet so it holds its shape, with a crisp color change for the “foam lid,” tiny dark pearls sewn on the lower half, and a slim straw at the top. Cotton yarn gives it a clean look and stands up well to daily use on keys or backpacks. The finished piece is small—about 6–8 cm tall—so you can make a handful from scraps in an afternoon.
You’ll crochet in the round from the base up, switch colors for the lid, and decrease to close. A quick mini tube builds the straw. Add a jump ring and split ring (or lobster clasp) and you’re done. If you like a kawaii face, pop in safety eyes and embroider a little smile; if you prefer a minimalist style, skip the face and let the pearls steal the show. The project is forgiving, portable, and engineered for repeatability—great for batch-making. Keep your palette consistent: Milk-Tea Beige for the cup, Cream for the lid, Dark Chocolate Brown for pearls and face, Mint for the straw, and Silver hardware. The results are charming every single time.
Materials
• DK or light worsted cotton: Milk-Tea Beige (A), Cream (B), Dark Chocolate Brown (C), Mint (D)
• 2.75–3.25 mm hook (go smaller for tighter fabric)
• Polyester fiberfill
• 6 mm safety eyes (optional)
• Tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors
• 1 jump ring + 1 split ring or lobster clasp (Silver)
Abbreviations
MR magic ring, sc single crochet, inc increase (2 sc in one st), dec invisible decrease, sl st slip stitch, BLO back loop only, FO fasten off.
Finished size
About 2.5–3.25 in (6–8 cm) tall excluding ring.
Gauge
Not critical—fabric should be firm so stuffing doesn’t peek through.
Step-by-step pattern
Cup (work in Beige A)
- R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
- R2: inc around (12)
- R3: (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- R4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- R5: (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- R6: BLO sc around (30) to turn the wall.
- R7–R9: sc around (30)
• Optional face: place 6 mm safety eyes between R8–R9, about 6 sts apart; don’t secure backs until you’re happy. - R10: sc around (30)
Lid (switch to Cream B)
- R11: sc around (30)
- R12: (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
- R13: (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18); begin stuffing.
- R14: (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
- R15: dec around (6); FO, weave tail to close firmly.
Straw (Mint D)
• MR, 5 sc (5). Work 8–10 rounds sc around to form a slim tube. FO leaving a long tail for sewing.
Boba pearls (Dark Chocolate C) — make 5–7
• MR, 6 sc, sl st to first sc, FO with tail. Lightly flatten. Sew around lower half of cup.
• Embroider a tiny smile in C if using a face. Secure safety eyes.
Keychain attachment (Silver)
• Run a doubled Beige or Cream strand through the top center (between R14–R15). Tie around a jump ring; add split ring or lobster clasp. Or stitch the Mint straw slightly angled on top and pass the jump ring through a stitch beside it.
Finishing
• Add a touch more stuffing if needed. Check shape is round and tidy. Weave all ends neatly inside.
1. Supplies
Here’s everything you need before you start your Crochet Boba Tea Amigurumi Keychain. Keep the palette consistent: Milk-Tea Beige for the cup, Cream for the lid, Dark Chocolate for pearls and face, and Mint for the straw. Cotton yarn holds shape, so the keychain stays crisp on a backpack or keys. Use a smaller hook so stitches are tight. Lay out safety eyes, needle, marker, scissors, and fiberfill within reach. Silver jump ring and split ring finish the piece cleanly. This tidy setup saves time, prevents color swaps, and sets the mood for a smooth, step-by-step session from base to clasp.
2. Starting
Begin the cup in Milk-Tea Beige with a neat magic ring of six single crochets. Keep loops snug so the base stays flat. Work with calm, even tension and rotate the ring tail to close the center cleanly. Place your marker at the first stitch—this tiny habit keeps counts honest as the circle grows. The neutral background and soft daylight help you see the stitch legs clearly. This is the foundation of your boba cup: compact, tidy, and ready for steady increases that build a smooth, round base. Take a breath—good starts make easy finishes.
3. Base to Walls
Grow the base to 30 stitches, then work one full round in the back loops only to turn the wall upward—this creates a crisp bottom edge. Continue with two or three straight rounds in Beige to build the cup. If you’re adding a face, preview 6 mm safety eyes between rounds eight and nine before you commit. The marker keeps your place while the cylinder rises clean and even. This step sets the height and posture of your cup, so check the silhouette now. Tight stitches, relaxed hands—that’s your sweet spot.
4. Pearls
Crochet five to seven tiny Dark Chocolate circles for the tapioca pearls: magic ring, six single crochets, slip stitch to close, and fasten off with a sewing tail. Lightly flatten each disc with your fingers. Place them around the lower half of the Beige cup in a scattered pattern, then sew them on with small, secure stitches. Keep all tails pulled inside for a neat interior. The pearls bring the boba story to life without adding bulk. Stay within the palette—Dark Chocolate details against Milk-Tea Beige are simple, graphic, and so satisfying.
5. Color change + lid shaping
Switch cleanly to Cream to mimic the foam lid. Work one straight round to settle the color, then begin gentle decreases: (3 sc, dec) around, followed by (2 sc, dec). Start stuffing now—firm but not overpacked—so the shape stays rounded and the stitches don’t stretch. Keep the marker moving and check that the color line sits level all the way around. The Cream dome closes neatly, giving your tiny cup a polished finish. Pause to admire that tidy transition from Milk-Tea Beige to Cream—simple choices, sharp results.
6. Straw
Make a slim Mint straw: start with five single crochets in a magic ring and work 8–10 tight rounds. The tiny tube holds shape without wire. Leave a long tail for sewing. Position the straw slightly off-center on the Cream lid for a playful angle, then stitch it down with small, hidden passes. The Mint accent stays within the defined palette but pops just enough to read “straw” at a glance. Keep your tension firm so the straw doesn’t flare. Small piece, big personality.
7. Assembly + hardware
Close the Cream lid with the final decrease round and hide the tail. Sew the Mint straw securely, then add a Silver jump ring through a sturdy stitch next to the straw or through a small sewn loop. Attach the split ring or lobster clasp. If you’re adding a face, set the safety eyes and embroider a small Dark Chocolate smile. Give the piece a gentle roll in your hands to settle the stuffing. Everything is compact, clean, and ready for everyday carry.
8. Finished hero
All done—your Crochet Boba Tea Amigurumi Keychain is ready to clip and go. The Milk-Tea Beige cup looks smooth, the Cream lid closes neatly, and the Mint straw adds a fresh pop. Dark Chocolate pearls anchor the “boba” story, and the Silver hardware gives a crisp, finished touch. The shape is firm, the seams are tidy, and the palette is consistent from start to finish. Make a few in the same colors for a cohesive collection, or batch-stitch for gifts and markets. This tiny charm is simple, sturdy, and irresistibly cute.
Final Thoughts
Keep stitches tight, shapes simple, and colors consistent. This little project rewards neat tension and tiny details. Batch a handful—you’ll want one on every bag.
