Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Suggested Yarn:
- Yarn Type: Medium-weight yarn (4)
- Suggested Colors: Use any color of your choice! Popular choices are greens, blues, purples, or a fun multi-colored mix for the dinosaurs.
- Yarn Measurements: Approx. 20-30 yards of yarn per dinosaur.
- Hook Size: Size: 3.5 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
- Pattern Measurements: Approximately 4-5 inches tall when worked using the suggested yarn and hook size.
- Needle: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and stitching details like eyes or spikes.
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec = decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- FLO = front loop only
- BLO = back loop only
- ss = slip stitch
Stitching Instructions for Making Mini Dinosaurs (ornaments) Pattern:
Body and Tail
- Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Ch 1, then make 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring tight. (6 stitches)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
- Round 3: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 4: [2 sc, inc] repeat around. (24 stitches)
- Round 5: [3 sc, inc] repeat around. (30 stitches)
- Round 6: [4 sc, inc] repeat around. (36 stitches)
- Round 7: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (36 stitches)
- Round 8: [4 sc, dec] repeat around. (30 stitches)
- Round 9: [3 sc, dec] repeat around. (24 stitches)
- Round 10: [2 sc, dec] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 11: [1 sc, dec] repeat around. (12 stitches)
- Round 12: Dec around. (6 stitches)
- Round 13: Fasten off and weave in the tail. This will form the bottom of the body.
Lightly stuff the body, leaving space at the top for the head and neck.
Head and Neck
- Round 1: Attach yarn to the top of the body (where the hole is), and ch 1. Make 6 sc into the loop. (6 stitches)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
- Round 3: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 4: [2 sc, inc] repeat around. (24 stitches)
- Round 5: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)
- Round 6: [2 sc, dec] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 7: [1 sc, dec] repeat around. (12 stitches)
- Round 8: Dec around. (6 stitches)
- Round 9: Fasten off and leave a long tail for closing the opening.
Stuff the head gently.
Legs (Make 2)
- Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Ch 1 and make 6 sc into the ring. (6 stitches)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
- Round 3: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 4: [2 sc, inc] repeat around. (24 stitches)
- Round 5: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)
- Round 6: [2 sc, dec] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 7: [1 sc, dec] repeat around. (12 stitches)
- Round 8: Dec around. (6 stitches)
- Round 9: Fasten off and leave a tail for attaching to the body.
Stuff the legs lightly and attach them to the bottom of the body.
Tail
- Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Ch 1 and make 6 sc into the ring. (6 stitches)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
- Round 3: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 4: [2 sc, inc] repeat around. (24 stitches)
- Round 5-10: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches each round)
- Round 11: [2 sc, dec] repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 12: [1 sc, dec] repeat around. (12 stitches)
- Round 13: Dec around. (6 stitches)
- Round 14: Fasten off and leave a long tail. Attach the tail to the back of the body.
Assembling the Dinosaur
- Attach the legs and tail to the body with the yarn tail using a whip stitch.
- Attach the head to the neck section of the body. Use the yarn to securely stitch the head into place.
- Add any spikes, horns, or eyes using embroidery floss or beads to decorate your mini dinosaur.
Finishing Touches
- Stuffing: Lightly stuff the body, head, and tail to give the dinosaur its shape. Be sure not to overstuff, as it should still retain a somewhat squishy, plush look.
- Hanging Loop: Attach a small piece of yarn or ribbon to the top of the dinosaur’s head to create a loop for hanging.
Optional Variations:
- Color Choices: Experiment with different colors for the dinosaurs. For example, create a “T-rex” with green yarn or a “Triceratops” with blue and purple yarn. You can also change up the body, legs, and head colors to give each dinosaur a unique personality.
- Spikes: Use small crochet spikes on the back to give your dinosaur an even more distinctive look. Simply make small chains and attach them with a whip stitch.
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