Skyrim Inspired Skeleton Key 3 Crochet Pattern

(Example Picture Above: Red Heart Buff Worsted Weight Yarn, Hook Size 5.5mm)

Difficulty: Easy

Description: US Terms

A simple easy pattern that can be worked up really quick and is beginner friendly. 

The best color choices for keys are usually going to be grays or charcoal. You could do black for cast iron, gold, brass, tan, or different browns. It can be made out of any size yarn or thread, as long as you use a similar size hook to match your yarn weight you should be okay. 

If using threads or if you don't want it to be flexible you can starch it. 

This can be an accessory on a backpack or a purse, something you hang in your car, a Christmas tree ornament, a play pretend toy for a doll or child, a cosplay prop, an applique, or whatever you want. Have fun! 

Instructions are done in 2 parts.

Copyright:

Copyright ©2026 LadySeshiiria for pattern, photos, and instructions.

You may use this free pattern for personal use only. Mass production is prohibited. You may not copy, edit, sell, reproduce, or redistribute this pattern, its photos, or instructions. AI and NFT are strictly forbidden and prohibited. Selling your finished creations and sharing is welcome though, as long as it credits the original artist and links back to source. Thank you for respecting your fellow artists and crafters.

Disclaimer:

Unofficial Fan art inspired by Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim / Bethesda Softworks.

All characters and related properties belong to their respective owners. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the original creators.

Abbreviations:

Ch = Chain

St or sts = Stitch or Stitches 

Sl st = Slip Stitch 

Sc = Single Crochet 

Hdc = Half Double Crochet

Picot = ch3, sl st into 3rd ch from hook

F.O. = Finish Off

Supplies:

• Any Yarn or Thread
• Matching Hook Size
• Yarn Needle
• Scissors

Instructions:

Part 1:

Ch12, sl st into ring, ch1.

3hdc, 12sc, 2hdc, ch19, sl st into 2nd ch from hook, then each chain after, sl st into 1st hdc in ring.

Cut, F.O. Weave in Ends.

Part 2:

Attach new yarn at the end of the key, sl St into next 6 sts, (for a total of 7 sts) ch1, turn.

(Attach. Counts as first stitch.)

(Make first sl st to secure. Technically your 1 out of 6.)

sc in next 6 sts, ch3, turn.

Picot, *sl st into next 3 st sts, ch3, picot, two more times, sl st into side of sc st of previous row and then sl st into sl st of first row.

Cut, F.O. Weave in Ends.