Once upon a crafty day, someone decided to make a cuddly friend, mixing a dinosaur and dragon into one adorable toy. Thus, the crochet dinosaur dragon amigurumi was born! With its soft, colorful yarn body and sweet, button eyes, this little creature is perfect for hugs and bedtime adventures. It's not just a toy; it's a hand-crafted buddy that's ready for fun and comfort, creating smiles and sparking imaginations in everyone who holds it.
Crochet Dinosaur Dragon Amigurumi Pattern
Materials
- 4 ounces of medium-weight yarn in the main color
- 1 ounce of medium-weight yarn in the accent color (optional)
- 4.25 mm crochet hook
- 14 mm safety eyes
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Body
Row 1: Chain 8, single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across (8 stitches).
- Row 2: Single crochet in the first stitch, increase (2 stitches in the same stitch), repeat around (12 stitches).
- Row 3: Single crochet in the first stitch, increase, single crochet in the next 2 stitches, repeat around (18 stitches).
- Row 4: Single crochet in the first 2 stitches, increase, repeat around (24 stitches).
- Row 5: Single crochet in the first 8 stitches, double crochet cluster of 4 (yarn over, insert hook in next stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through the first 2 loops on your hook, repeat 3 more times), single crochet, repeat 4 times (32 stitches).
- Row 6: Single crochet in the first stitch, decrease (skip next stitch, single crochet in the following stitch), repeat around (18 stitches).
- Row 7: Single crochet in the first stitch, decrease, single crochet in the next stitch, repeat around (12 stitches).
- Row 8: Single crochet in the first stitch, decrease, repeat around (8 stitches). Fasten off and weave in ends.
Legs
Rows 1-4: Follow the pattern as for body rows 1-4.
- Row 5: Repeat body row 5 (32 stitches).
- Row 6: Single crochet in the first 5 stitches, decrease, single crochet in the next 4 stitches, decrease, single crochet in the remaining 5 stitches (24 stitches).
- Row 7: Single crochet in the first 3 stitches, decrease, single crochet in the next 2 stitches, decrease, single crochet in the remaining 3 stitches (18 stitches).
- Row 8: Single crochet in the first 2 stitches, decrease, single crochet in the next stitch, decrease (12 stitches).
- Row 9: Single crochet in the first stitch, decrease, repeat around (8 stitches). Fasten off and weave in ends.
Head
Rows 1-4: Follow the pattern as for body rows 1-4.
- Row 5: Repeat body row 5 (32 stitches).
- Row 6: Repeat leg row 6 (24 stitches).
- Row 7: Repeat leg row 7 (18 stitches).
- Row 8: Repeat leg row 8 (12 stitches).
- Row 9: Single crochet in the first stitch, decrease, repeat around (8 stitches). Fasten off and weave in ends.
Assembly
Stuff the Head and Legs: Ensure that they are firm but not overstuffed.
- Attach the Legs to the Body: Sew the legs to the sides of the body, ensuring the toes point towards the front.
- Attach the Head to the Body: Secure the head to the top of the body, aligning the neck appropriately.
- Embroider Features: Create the eyes and mouth using embroidery thread.
- Add Horns (Optional): Attach horns on the head for a more dragon-like appearance.
Final Touches
Give your amigurumi character to ensure all parts are securely attached. Enjoy your handmade crochet dinosaur dragon as a delightful addition to your collection or as a special gift!
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