Get ready to add a prehistoric twist to your holiday decorations with this adorable Crochet Christmas Dinosaur Amigurumi! This festive little dino, complete with a tiny Santa hat and scarf, is sure to bring smiles and cheer. Perfect for gifting or decorating your own space, this pattern guides you through creating your very own cute, green, and jolly companion.
Unleash Festive Fun with Your Handmade Dino Friend!
Crafting this charming Christmas dinosaur isn’t just about making a toy; it’s about creating a treasured holiday keepsake. Its whimsical design and customizable colors make it a fantastic handmade gift for loved ones or a delightful addition to your seasonal decor. Embrace the joy of crochet and watch this little dino come to life, spreading holiday spirit wherever it goes.
Crochet Pattern: Roar-ing Good Times: Crochet Your Own Christmas Dinosaur Amigurumi!
Materials
DK weight yarn in Green (main body)
DK weight yarn in Light Beige/Cream (belly)
DK weight yarn in Red (hat, scarf)
DK weight yarn in White (hat brim, pom-pom)
2.5mm crochet hook
6mm black safety eyes
Pink embroidery floss
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
BLO: back loop only
(X): number of stitches in round/row
Instructions
This pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
Head and Body (Green)
Round 1: Start with MR, 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: Inc in each st around (12)
Round 3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
Round 4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
Round 5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
Round 6-10: Sc in each st around (30)
Round 11: (Sc 3, dec) x 6 (24)
Round 12: (Sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between Round 8 and 9, about 6 stitches apart. Embroider pink cheeks below eyes.
Stuff head firmly.
Round 13: (Sc 1, dec) x 6 (12)
Round 14: Sc in each st around (12) – This forms the neck.
Round 15: (Sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
Round 16: (Sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
Round 17: (Sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
Round 18-22: Sc in each st around (30)
Round 23: (Sc 3, dec) x 6 (24)
Round 24: (Sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)
Stuff body firmly.
Round 25: (Sc 1, dec) x 6 (12)
Round 26: Dec x 6 (6)
Fasten off, weave in tail to close the hole.
Belly Patch (Light Beige/Cream)
Row 1: Ch 6
Row 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on the other side of the chain: sc in next 3 st, inc in last st (12)
Row 3: Inc, sc 3, inc x 3, sc 3, inc x 2 (18)
Sl st to finish. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew the belly patch onto the front of the dino’s body.
Legs (Green, make 4)
Round 1: Start with MR, 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2-4: Sc in each st around (6)
Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly.
Sew the four legs to the bottom of the body.
Back Spikes (Green, make 5)
Row 1: Ch 5
Row 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 ch (4)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, dec (2)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, dec (1)
Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.
Fold the spike in half lengthwise and sew along the seam to create a rounded shape. Sew the spikes along the dino’s back, evenly spaced.
Santa Hat
Hat Cone (Red)
Round 1: Start with MR, 4 sc in MR (4)
Round 2: (Sc 1, inc) x 2 (6)
Round 3: Sc in each st around (6)
Round 4: (Sc 2, inc) x 2 (8)
Round 5: Sc in each st around (8)
Round 6: (Sc 3, inc) x 2 (10)
Round 7: Sc in each st around (10)
Round 8: (Sc 4, inc) x 2 (12)
Round 9: Sc in each st around (12)
Round 10: (Sc 5, inc) x 2 (14)
Round 11: Sc in each st around (14)
Change to White yarn.
Hat Brim (White)
Round 12: Sc in BLO around (14)
Round 13: Sc in each st around (14)
Sl st, fasten off. Weave in ends.
Pom-Pom (White)
Create a small pom-pom using white yarn. Alternatively, make a small puff stitch or a small sphere: MR, 6 sc in MR. Fasten off, close loop, and sew to the top of the hat.
Sew the hat onto the dino’s head.
Scarf (Red)
Row 1: Ch 35 (or desired length), sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (34)
Row 2-3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (34)
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Tie the scarf around the dino’s neck.
Finishing Touches:
Check all parts are securely sewn and stuffed.
Give your Christmas Dinosaur Amigurumi a gentle reshape.
