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No-Sew Crochet Spider Bag Charm
Toys & gifts · Easy · ~45 minutes
♥Spooky, tiny, and quick to make.♥

No-Sew Crochet Spider Bag Charm Free Pattern

A spooky-cute no-sew crochet spider charm worked from one compact body with attached legs and a clip loop for Halloween bags or keys.

Pattern and instructions by CrochetIndex Editorial
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Before you start

Skills used in this project

Review any stitch you do not know yet, then come back here and follow the project in order.

Magic ringSingle crochetIncrease & decreaseWeave in ends
Difficulty
Easy
Time
~45 minutes
Format
Written + visual
Written pattern ↓Photo steps ↓Tips ↓
Written pattern

Follow the rounds exactly.

This compact written pattern works alongside the close-up photo steps so readers can reproduce the project more confidently.

R1: 6 sc into a magic ring. (6)
R2: inc around. (12)
R3: [sc, inc] × 6. (18)
R4–5: sc around. (18)
R6: Chain 5, slip stitch back down the chain to form a leg; repeat to create 4 legs on one side and 4 on the other while spacing them evenly around the body. (18 body sts remain)
R7: [sc, dec] × 6. (12)
Add eyes, stuff lightly, then continue.
R8: dec around. (6) Fasten off and close. Add hanging loop and keyring.
Step by step

Work the body first, then form the legs directly from it.

This spider stays beginner-friendly by keeping the body compact and attaching the legs as part of the finishing flow.

Start the body — Make a magic ring and crochet the first round that forms the top of the spider body.1

Start the body

Make a magic ring and crochet the first round that forms the top of the spider body.

Increase the body — Work the increase rounds so the spider becomes a neat compact sphere.2

Increase the body

Work the increase rounds so the spider becomes a neat compact sphere.

Crochet the first legs — Form the first set of chain legs directly from the body without sewing separate pieces.3

Crochet the first legs

Form the first set of chain legs directly from the body without sewing separate pieces.

Complete all eight legs — Repeat the same leg sequence until the spider has all eight legs placed evenly.4

Complete all eight legs

Repeat the same leg sequence until the spider has all eight legs placed evenly.

Add the face — Place the eyes and any small facial detail while the opening is still accessible.5

Add the face

Place the eyes and any small facial detail while the opening is still accessible.

Stuff and close — Lightly stuff the spider and close the body neatly so it keeps a rounded shape.6

Stuff and close

Lightly stuff the spider and close the body neatly so it keeps a rounded shape.

Attach the loop — Secure a hanging loop and clip on the keyring or clasp.7

Attach the loop

Secure a hanging loop and clip on the keyring or clasp.

Tips

Small details make the finish better.

  • Keep the chain legs similar in tension so they match in length.
  • A small orange bow makes the black spider look friendlier.
  • Do not overstuff or the body can distort the leg placement.
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Quick answers

Common questions before you start

Is the No-Sew Crochet Spider Bag Charm beginner friendly?

This project is labeled Easy. The page links the crochet skills to review before you start and breaks the make into 7 steps.

How long does the No-Sew Crochet Spider Bag Charm take?

The estimated making time is ~45 minutes. Your first version may take longer if you pause to practice the listed stitches.

What do I need for this crochet project?

The materials section lists DK yarn in black, pumpkin orange, or lavender, Small amount of contrast yarn for an optional bow or hat accent, 3.5 mm crochet hook, Toy stuffing, plus the finishing supplies shown on the page.

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