Skyrim Inspired Skeleton Key 2 Crochet Pattern

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. 

Sc3, ch1 around the ring is designed to bring about an implied texture reminiscent of the inner cut outs on one of the Skyrim key assets. If you want to define more of the diamond shape, I suggest bending and stiffening it into shape or using a matching floral or craft wire to crochet around. The ch1 sections in the ring should allow for some flexibility to help define the shape more.

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! 

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 

Sk = skip

Sc = single crochet 

Flo = front loop only 

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

Supplies:

Any Yarn or Thread 

Matching Hook Size 

Yarn Needle 

Scissors 

Instructions:

Ch12, sl st into ring.

sc3, ch1, 4 times around the ring. (16 total sts)

Note: If you get lost, last ch1 of prior section added to ch13 in next makes ch14 total.

Ch13, sl st into second chain from hook, sl st across chain, sl st into first sc. Do not ch1, turn.

Note: short use of flo is for texture.

Push to the front of the hook before sl st into next st, sl st into flo of next 7 previous sl sts. 

5 sl sts should be left.

sc, picot, sl st in next 3 sts, in last stitch sc, picot, sl st into same base st as sc, sl st into first st of base foundation chain. 

Bind off, weave in tails.

Here's another one I made but I crocheted around wire to make the ring portion pop more into that diamond shape I was looking for. (This one is also blocked better and crocheted with better tension. Seems that stiffer yarns are better for these type of projects.)

If you have questions or issues feel free to comment, dm me on DeviantArt, or Ravelry. And if you haven't yet, check out my Skyrim Inspired Heart Shaped Skeleton Key Happy Valentine's Day!