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Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern

Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern

This delightful Dino Family pattern brings prehistoric charm to your crochet collection with adorable long-necked dinosaurs perfect for all ages. The pattern features detailed instructions for creating adult dinosaurs standing at 30 cm tall, complete with expressive embroidered eyes, sweet smiling faces, and decorative colorful spots. The design also includes a precious baby dino version that's perfectly sized for little hands. Each character showcases charming details like white claws, orange spikes running down their backs, and light green tummies and muzzles that add dimensional interest.

Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Working with soft plush yarn like Himalaya Dolphin Baby or YarnArt Dolce creates wonderfully huggable dinosaurs with a velvety texture that's perfect for children and collectors alike. The pattern includes comprehensive guidance on constructing the elongated neck with internal support using synthetic insulation for stability.

Why You'll Love This Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines cuteness with clever construction techniques that result in truly professional-looking amigurumi. The way the legs attach directly into the body creates a sturdy, stable dinosaur that can actually stand on its own, which is so satisfying to achieve. I'm particularly fond of the creative color-change techniques for the white claws and the adorable puff stitch details that add texture without complexity. The embroidered facial features give each dino such personality, and I find myself smiling every time I complete one. The pattern's flexibility allowing for both boy and girl versions with different spot arrangements and optional bows means you can create an entire unique dino family. The detailed photo instructions for tricky steps like attaching limbs and creating the neck support make even challenging sections achievable, which builds confidence while expanding your amigurumi skills.

Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this pattern to create truly unique dinosaur personalities! One of my favorite variations is changing the spike colors - try alternating orange and yellow spikes down the back for a sunset effect, or use rainbow colors for a magical fantasy dinosaur. You can also play with spot placement and sizes to give each dino its own distinctive markings.

For a more dramatic look, I sometimes use variegated yarn for the body, which creates beautiful color transitions without any color changes needed. The baby dinosaur is perfect for trying bold, unexpected color combinations that you might hesitate to use on the larger version.

Consider adding embellishments like felt teeth peeking out from the smile, or use safety eyes instead of embroidered ones for a different expression. I've even created themed dinosaurs by adding accessories - a tiny crocheted scarf for a winter dino, or a flower crown for a spring version.

The beauty of this pattern is its flexibility. Once you master the basic construction, you can adjust proportions to create different dinosaur species - make the neck shorter for a T-Rex style, or add extra spikes for a stegosaurus effect. Each modification teaches you more about amigurumi construction while keeping the process fun and creative. Don't be afraid to make this pattern your own!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not stuffing the neck firmly enough before inserting the synthetic insulation tube, which causes the head to droop or wobble over time ✗ Forgetting to align the stitch marker properly when attaching legs and tail to the body, resulting in limbs positioned incorrectly ✗ Using the wrong hook size for the body versus the eyes, which throws off the entire toy's proportions and appearance ✗ Skipping the process of working outer leg contours after attachment, leaving unsightly gaps between the legs and body that look unprofessional

Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable dinosaur family with this comprehensive amigurumi pattern! This charming collection features loveable dino characters with sweet details including colorful spots, decorative spikes, and friendly smiling faces. Perfect for crafters who want to create cuddly companions with plush yarn, this pattern includes both adult and baby dinosaur designs. Each dino stands approximately 30 cm tall when made with the recommended plush yarn, making them ideal for hugging, gifting, or adding prehistoric charm to any nursery or playroom.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Dino Family Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Plush yarn (120 m/100 gr) - Himalaya Dolphin Baby or YarnArt Dolce in dark green (main color, 1.5-2 skeins)
  • 02
    Plush yarn in light green for sole, tummy, muzzle, and spots (less than half skein)
  • 03
    Plush yarn in orange for spikes (less than half skein)
  • 04
    Plush yarn in white or ivory for claws (less than half skein)
  • 05
    Cotton or semi-cotton yarn (~330 m/100 g) like YarnArt Jeans or Alize Cotton Gold in orange, black, and white
  • 06
    Pink plush yarn for baby dino and light pink for baby details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 3.5-4 mm for the body
  • 02
    Crochet hook 2-2.5 mm for the eyes and bow
  • 03
    Synthetic insulation/sintepon or dense fabric to strengthen the neck
  • 04
    Fabric patch for fixation of sintepon tube for neck
  • 05
    Large needle for sewing body details
  • 06
    Stitch markers
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    Pins with large head
  • 08
    Scissors
  • 09
    Fiber filling

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— Tail :

Round 1 :

6 SC in MR

Round 2-3 :

2 rounds 6 SC

Round 4 :

2 SC, 2 INC, 2 SC (8)

Round 5 :

DEC, SC, 2 INC, SC, DEC (8)

Round 6 :

3 SC, 2 INC, 3 SC (10)

Round 7 :

DEC, 2 SC, 2 INC, 2 SC, DEC (10)

Round 8 :

4 SC, 2 INC, 4 SC (12)

Round 9 :

DEC, 3 SC, 2 INC, 3 SC, DEC (12)

Round 10 :

3 SC, (SC, INC)*3, 3 SC (15)

Round 11 :

15 SC

Round 12 :

3 SC, (2 SC, INC)*3, 3 SC (18)

Round 13 :

18 SC

Info :

If the beginning of the round shifts strongly to the right, work a shifting stitch to align the beginning

Round 14 :

3 SC, (3 SC, INC)*3, 3 SC (21)

Round 15 :

21 SC

Round 16 :

3 SC, (4 SC, INC)*3, 3 SC (24)

Info :

Fix and cut the thread

— Legs :

Info :

Crochet 4 details, start with light green yarn

Round 1 :

7 SC in MR

Round 2 :

7 INC (14)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC)*7 (21)

Info :

Change color to dark green

Round 4 :

BLO: 7 SC, (change color to white, PS, change color to dark green, 2 SC)*3, 5 SC (21)

Round 5 :

5 SC, (DEC, 2 SC)*2, DEC, 6 SC (18)

Round 6-8 :

3 rounds 18 SC

Info :

Fix and cut the thread

— Body-Head :

Info :

Start with light green yarn, legs and tail will be attached in the process, stuff in process

Round 0 :

Chain 23, work in spiral as in all amigurumi toys (oval-shape detail)

Round 1 :

Start in the 2nd chain from the hook: 21 SC, 3 SC into the last chain from the hook, on the other side: 20 SC, INC (46)

Round 2 :

INC, 20 SC, 3 INC, 20 SC, 2 INC (52)

Round 3 :

SC, INC, 20 SC, (SC, INC)*3, 20 SC, (SC, INC)*2 (58)

Info :

In Round 4 attach the legs. Place stitch marker in the middle on top of oval. Mark 4 areas of 6 SC for leg placement

Round 4 :

3 SC, 6 SC with the leg, 11 SC, 6 SC with the leg, 6 SC, 6 SC with the leg, 11 SC, 6 SC with the leg, 3 SC (58)

Info :

Change color to dark green

Round 5 :

3 SC, 12 SC on the outer leg contour, 11 SC, 12 SC on the outer leg contour, 6 SC, 12 SC on the outer leg contour, 11 SC, 12 SC on the outer leg contour, 3 SC (82)

Round 6-8 :

3 rounds 82 SC

Info :

In Round 9 the tail is attached. Mark the area of tail attaching: 6 SC in the middle behind between legs. Move stitch marker in the next SC from left marker

Round 9 :

76 SC, 6 SC with the tail (82)

Round 10 :

76 SC, 18 SC on the outer tail contour (94)

Round 11-12 :

2 rounds 94 SC

Round 13 :

76 SC, (DEC, 6 SC)*2, DEC (91)

Round 14 :

91 SC

Round 15 :

76 SC, DEC, 5 SC, DEC, 4 SC, DEC (88)

Round 16 :

88 SC

Round 17 :

76 SC, (DEC, 3 SC)*2, DEC (85)

Round 18 :

85 SC

Round 19 :

76 SC, DEC, 2 SC, DEC, SC, DEC (82)

Info :

Mark 18 SC in the front in the middle (neck area). Count 32 SC from right marker and put stitch marker in the 32nd SC

Round 20 :

6 SC, DEC, 24 SC, 6 CH, skip 18 SC (neck area with markers), 22 SC, DEC, 6 SC, DEC (61+6 CH)

Round 21 :

5 SC, DEC, 24 SC, 6 SC on the chain, 21 SC, DEC, 5 SC, DEC (64)

Info :

If required, move stitch marker 1 SC to left of middle of back. Don't forget to stuff legs, tail and body in process

Round 22 :

5 SC, DEC, 11 SC, (5 SC, DEC)*3, 11 SC, (5 SC, DEC)*2 (58)

Round 23 :

4 SC, DEC, 11 SC, (4 SC, DEC)*3, 11 SC, (4 SC, DEC)*2 (52)

Info :

If required, move stitch marker 1 SC to left of middle of back

Round 24 :

3 SC, DEC, 11 SC, (3 SC, DEC)*3, 11 SC, (3 SC, DEC)*2 (46)

Round 25 :

2 SC, DEC, 11 SC, (2 SC, DEC)*3, 11 SC, (2 SC, DEC)*2 (40)

Info :

If required, move stitch marker 1 SC to left of middle of back

Round 26 :

SC, DEC, 11 SC, (SC, DEC)*3, 11 SC, (SC, DEC)*2 (34)

Round 27 :

17 DEC (17)

Round 28 :

8 DEC, don't work the last SC (9)

Info :

Tighten the hole, fix the thread and hide the end inside

Info :

Return to Round 19, to the neck hole. Attach the thread to left stitch marker, leave long thread end at beginning to sew gap on side later. Don't stuff the neck yet

Round 20 :

18 SC on the body, SC in the loop-transition from body to chain, 6 SC on the chain, SC in the loop-transition from body to chain (26)

Round 21 :

16 SC, 5 DEC (21)

Info :

Sew the hole on the side, if required, fix and hide the thread inside

Round 22-33 :

12 rounds 21 SC (for a girl work 11 rounds)

Info :

Cut a square of sintepon of one and a half neck length. Wrap a tube and fix with fabric patch. Stuff well the neck base area and insert sintepon tube so it goes slightly below neck and beyond last round about half the length of future head. Stuff additionally around tube so neck and base are tightly stuffed

Info :

Move stitch marker in middle of neck behind

Round 34 :

4 SC, 12 INC, 5 SC (33)

Round 35 :

4 SC, (SC, INC)*12, 5 SC (45)

Round 36 :

17 SC, (2 SC, INC)*3, 19 SC (48)

Round 37-48 :

12 rounds 48 SC

Info :

Stuff well the area of transition from neck to head, continue stuffing in process

Round 49 :

(6 SC, DEC)*6 (42)

Round 50 :

(5 SC, DEC)*6 (36)

Round 51 :

(4 SC, DEC)*6 (30)

Round 52 :

(3 SC, DEC)*6 (24)

Round 53 :

(2 SC, DEC)*6 (18)

Round 54 :

(SC, DEC)*6 (12)

Round 55 :

6 DEC (6)

Info :

Tighten the hole, fix the thread and hide the end inside the head

— Muzzle :

Info :

Light green yarn. Chain 6, work in spiral

Round 1 :

Start in 2nd chain from hook: 4 SC, 3 SC into last chain from hook, on other side: 3 SC, INC (12)

Round 2 :

INC, 3 SC, 3 INC, 3 SC, 2 INC (18)

Round 3 :

SC, INC, 3 SC, (SC, INC)*3, 3 SC, (SC, INC)*2 (24)

Round 4 :

2 SC, INC, 3 SC, (2 SC, INC)*3, 3 SC, (2 SC, INC)*2 (30)

Round 5 :

3 SC, INC, 3 SC, (3 SC, INC)*3, 3 SC, (3 SC, INC)*2 (36)

Round 6-7 :

2 rounds 36 SC

Info :

Fix thread and leave long end to sew. Stuff the detail. Sew it in area of Rounds 34-42

— Eyes :

Info :

Start with black semi-cotton yarn, 2 mm hook

Round 1 :

6 SC in MR

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC)*4, change color to orange, DON'T cut black thread, (2 SC, INC)*2 (24)

Info :

Work SS, or finish with straight line. Cut orange thread, withdraw to wrong side and fix. Attach white thread to first orange SC

Left eye :

3 CH, DC in same St, DC, 2 HDC, 4 SC, SS (or finish with straight line)

Right eye :

SS, 4 SC, 2 HDC, 2 DC, 3 CH, SS in same St

Info :

Cut white thread, withdraw to wrong side and fix. Attach black thread to last black SC and crochet detail around with SC; work 3 SC in one St in two lower corners of eye. Fix thread and leave long end to sew

Info :

Crochet 2 eye glares of white semi-cotton yarn: 6 SC in MR. Join the round and leave long thread end to sew. Sew glare on eye and embroider additional small glare

Info :

Sew the eyes on the head in area of Rounds 41-45 at a distance of 10 SC between them

Info :

Mark eyebrows, eyelashes (for girl), nostrils and smile. Embroider details with black thread. Fix curve of smile with stitches in middle

— Spikes :

Info :

Crochet 8 details and 1 detail without Round 3, or crochet all details of smaller size without Round 3. Orange yarn. Leave long thread end at beginning to sew. Make a turn and work turning CH at end of each row

Round 0 :

Chain 2

Round 1 :

Start in 2nd chain from hook: 5 SC

Round 2 :

SC, INC, 3 SC in one St, INC, SC (9)

Round 3 :

2 SC, INC, SC, 3 SC in one St, SC, INC, 2 SC (12)

Info :

Fix thread and leave long end to sew

— Spots :

Info :

Light green yarn. Leave long thread end at beginning

Small :

6 SC in MR

Medium :

8 SC in MR

Large :

Round 1: 6 SC in MR; Round 2: 6 INC (12)

Info :

Join first and last SC of round. Leave long thread end to sew. For boy: 6 small, 4 medium, 2 large. For girl: 7 large, 5 medium, 5 small. Sew spots on body and head

— Bow for a girl :

Info :

Pink yarn. Crochet 2 details

Round 1 :

6 SC in MR

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

12 SC

Info :

Work a CH, fold in half and crochet sides together with 6 SC. Fix thread and leave long end to wrap and sew. Sew together 2-3 loops between two details. Wrap in middle with thread and tie ends. Sew it on the head

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the muzzle to the head in the area of Rounds 34-42, making sure it's centered on the front of the face
  • Attach the completed head to the body by sewing it in a straight line between Rounds 9 and 10 of the neck
  • Sew the tail to the back of the body in the area of Rounds 3-7, positioning it so the curve faces upward
  • Sew orange spikes along the back starting from the head, continuing down the spine and tail in a straight line
  • Attach light green spots randomly across the body and head according to pattern specifications (different quantities for boy vs girl)
  • Sew the eyes to the head in the area of Rounds 41-45, spacing them 10 SC apart
  • For the girl version, attach the pink bow to the top of the head between the spikes

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers consistently to track round beginnings, especially during color changes and when attaching limbs
  • 💡The synthetic insulation tube for the neck is critical for stability - make it 1.5 times the neck length and secure with fabric patch
  • 💡Stuff the neck base area very firmly before inserting the support tube to ensure the head stays upright
  • 💡When attaching legs and tail, work the outer contours carefully to avoid gaps between the body and limbs
  • 💡Different crochet densities will affect the final toy size, so adjust hook size if needed to match the specified gauge
  • 💡For the eyes, keep the black thread attached when changing to orange - don't cut it as you'll need it to finish the edge

This enchanting Dino Family pattern brings the charm of prehistoric creatures into your crochet collection with adorable long-necked dinosaurs that stand proudly on four sturdy legs. The thoughtful construction techniques, including the innovative neck support system and seamlessly integrated limbs, result in professional-quality amigurumi that are both huggable and display-worthy. With options to create both adult and baby versions, plus customization choices for spots and accessories, you can craft an entire unique dinosaur family. The detailed photo instructions guide you through every step, making even complex techniques achievable and enjoyable. Happy crocheting your very own dinosaur companions! 🦕🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use regular yarn instead of plush yarn for this pattern?

Yes, you can use regular yarn, but you'll need to adjust your hook size and be aware that the finished toy will be smaller and have a different texture. If using semi-cotton yarn like YarnArt Jeans, you can insert a wire frame in the neck instead of synthetic insulation for support. The dinosaur will be more structured but less cuddly than the plush version.

How do I prevent the head from drooping or wobbling?

The key is proper neck reinforcement. Cut a square of synthetic insulation (sintepon) that's 1.5 times the length of the neck, roll it into a tube, and secure it with a fabric patch. Make sure to stuff the neck base area very firmly before inserting the tube, and add additional stuffing around the tube so the neck and its base are tightly packed and can support the head's weight.

What's the best way to attach the legs to avoid gaps?

When attaching legs in Round 4, work carefully through both the body stitches and the leg stitches. In Round 5, the pattern has you work around the outer leg contour with 12 SC instead of the 6 used for attachment - this is crucial for closing gaps. You can also work the first stitch on the outer contour together with the already-worked inner stitch as a decrease, or simply sew any small gaps closed from the inside.

How do I make the white claws on the feet?

The white claws are created using puff stitches (PS) in Round 4 of the legs. Work in back loops only, and when you reach the claw positions, change to white yarn, work a puff stitch (DC3TOG cluster), then change back to the main color. The pattern creates three evenly-spaced claws across the front of each foot. Refer to the detailed photo instructions in the pattern for the exact technique.

Can I make the baby dinosaur in different colors?

Absolutely! The baby dinosaur follows the same construction principles as the adult, just with fewer rounds and smaller dimensions. Feel free to use any color combination you like - pink and light pink as shown in the pattern, or create your own unique color scheme. Just maintain the same yarn weight ratios (plush yarn for body, thinner cotton for details) for best results.