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free plush amigurumi dragon pattern teaches you how to crochet a soft and cuddly fantasy dragon using plush yarn. The finished plush amigurumi dragon features wings, horns, and a cute expression, making it perfect as a handmade gift, nursery decor, or crochet dragon toy for fantasy lovers.
Free Plush Amigurumi Dragon Pattern – Abbreviations
- Lm- chain stitch
- Fm- single crochet
- recording Recording (increase)
- Abn.- acceptance (decrease)
- Stb- rod (double crochet)
- hStb- half double crochet
- R= row(s)
Materials for Free Plush Amigurumi Dragon Pattern
- 1 strand of plush yarn in the base color (for example, Yarnart Dolce, Himalaya Dolphin Baby-100gr/120m per skein). The designer used Yarnart Dolce #769.
- A little plush yarn of milky color for lower paws, wings, horns and thorns. The designer used Himalaya Dolphin baby #80308.
- A little bit of black cotton yarn for the decoration of the snout. The designer used Alize Cotton Gold # 60.
- Crochet hook 4mm
- Safety eyes 20mm
- Eyelashes + transparent adhesive gel
- Filler
- Scissors, marker, thin long needle and large eye needle
This free plush amigurumi dragon pattern is designed specifically for plush yarn such as YarnArt Dolce or Himalaya Dolphin Baby.
Free Plush Amigurumi Dragon Pattern – Crochet Instructions
The free plush amigurumi dragon pattern is worked in continuous rounds using basic amigurumi techniques.
Arms – Plush Amigurumi Dragon
(Make 2)
Please note: The pattern excerpt provided for the arms is fragmented. Please follow the instructions as given below.
- rightright arm :
- 1R : 2ch, 6sc crochet hook (or
- 2R : 6Recordings (1
- 3R : 2sc, 3 to
- 4R : (2Fm, 1Ab
- 5-12R : 9Fm
- 13R : 7Fm
- Fill in theen together.
Legs – Plush Crochet Dragon
(Make 2)
- Crochet with the milky color
- 1R : 2ch. 6sc in the second
- Crochet hook (or 6 sc in Amig
- 2R : 6Recordings (12)
- 3R : (1Sc, 1Rec .)*6 (18)
- 4R : (2Sc, 1Inc)*6 (24)
- Change the yarn to the
- 5R : 24Fm for the back
- 6-7R : 24Fm (2 rows)
- 8R : (2sc, 1abn .)*6 (18)
- 9R : (4 sc, 1 dec .)*3 (15)
- 10-14R : 15Fm (5 rows)
- 15R : (1 dec ., 3 sc)*3 (12)
- 16-17R : 12 sc (2 rows)
- Fill in theLegs. Crochet 2
- walls with
- 6sc together
Body – Amigurumi Dragon Pattern
Please note: The pattern excerpt provided for the body is fragmented. Please follow the instructions as given below.
- Crochet with the base color
- 1R : 2ch, 6sc in the second stitch from the
- crochet hook (or 6 sc in amigurumi ring)
- 2R : 6Recordings (12)
- 3R : (1Sc, 1Rec .)*6 (18)
- 4R : (2Fm, 1Rec .)*6 (24)
- 5R
- 6R
- 7R
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- 8R
- to
- 9-10R: 42 sc (2 rows)
- 9R : 7Fm, 6Abn ., 23Fm (36)
- 10R : ( 4Fm,1Abn .)*6 (30)
- 11R : 30Fm
- 12R : (3 sc, 1 dec .)*6 (24)
- 13-14R : 24Fm (2 rows)
Head – Plush Amigurumi Dragon
- Crochet with the base color
- 1R : 8ch
- 6Sc in the second stitch from the crochet hook, 3Sc the last
- stitch,
- 5sc and 1inc on the other side of the ch-chain (16)
- 2R : 1rec, 5fm, 3rec, 5fm, 2rec. (22)
- 3R : 1Sc, 1Rec, 5Sc, (1Sc, 1Rec)*3, 5Sc, (1Sc, 1Rec)*2 (28)
- 4-5R : 28 sc (2 rows)
- 6R : 1sc, 1dec., 5sc, (1sc, 1dec.)*3, 5sc, (1sc, 1dec.)*2 (22)
- 7R : 2Fm, 6Res., 14Fm (28)
- 8R : 2Sc, (1Sc, 1Rec)*6, 14Sc (34)
- 9R : 2Sc, (2Sc, 1Rec)*6, 14Sc (40)
- 10R : (4Fm, 1Rec.)*8 (48)
- 11-15R: 48Fm (5 rows)
- 16R: (6Fm, 1Abn.)*6 (42)
- 17R: (5 sc, 1 dec)*6 (36)
- 18R : (4 sc, 1 dec .)*6 (30)
Tail – Crochet Dragon Plush
- Crochet with the green
- 1R : 2ch. 6sc in the second (or 6sc
- in Amigurumi Ri
- 2R : (2Fm, 1Rec .)*2 (8)
- 3R : (3Fm, 1Rec .)*2 (10
- 4R : (4Fm, 1Rec.)*2 (12)
- 5R : 12Fm
- 6R : (5 sc, 1 repetition)*2 (14)
- 7R : (6Fm, 1Rec.)*2 (16)
- 8R : 16Fm
- 9R : (7Fm, 1Rec.)*2 (18)
- 10R : 18Fm
- 11R : (8Fm, 1Rec.)*2 (20)
- 12R : (9Fm, 1Rec.)*2 (22)
- 13R : 9fm, 1rec, 5fm, 1rec, 5fm, 1rec. (25)
- 14R : 10fm, 1rec, 6fm, 1rec, 6fm, 1rec. (28)
- 15R : 11sc, 1inc, 7sc, 1inc, 7sc, 1inc. (31)
- Fill the tail well.
Wings, Horns & Spines – Fantasy Amigurumi Dragon
(Make 6)
Please note: The pattern excerpt provided for the spines is fragmented. Please follow the instructions as given below.
- Crochet with the milky color
- 1R : 2ch. 3sc in the second stitch from the crochet hook (or 3sc in Amigurumi Ring)
- 2R : (2Fm, 1Rec .)*2 (8)
- 3R : (3Fm, 1Rec .)*2 (10)
- 4R : (4Fm, 1Rec.)*2 (12)
Ears (Make 2)
Please note: The pattern excerpt provided for the ears is fragmented. Please follow the instructions as given below.
Crochet with the base color
1R : 2ch., 6sc in the second stitch from the crochet hook (or 6sc in Amigurumi Ring)
2 (12)
Wings (Make 2)
Please note: The pattern excerpt provided for the wings is fragmented. Please follow the instructions as given below.
Crochet with the milky color. Crochetin rows .
1R : 12 ch
11sc from second stitch from crochet hook, 2ch, turn (11)
2R : 9hStb, 1
3R : 9Fm, 2L
4R : 7hStb, 1
5R : 7Fm, 2L
6R : 5hStb, 1
7R : 5Fm
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Horns (Make 2)
Please note: The pattern excerpt provided for the horns is fragmented. Please follow the instructions as given below.
Crochet with
1R : 2ch. 6sc i (or 6Fm in Am
2R : 6Fm (6)
Finishing Touches
Once assembled, this plush amigurumi dragon becomes a soft and huggable crochet dragon toy.
- Eyes & Eyelashes: Carefully remove the safety eyes from their backings and apply a thin layer of transparent adhesive gel to the base of the eyelashes. Position the eyelashes, then insert the safety eyes, securing them firmly.
- Embroidering Details: Use black cotton yarn to embroider small details for the snout. For the eyebrows, you can embroider them between the safety eyes, giving your dragon character.
- Assembly: Use a thin, long needle and a large eye needle to sew all the crocheted parts onto the body in their appropriate places, referring to the pictures for guidance. Fill each part well with stuffing before completely closing and attaching.
This free plush amigurumi dragon pattern is suitable for confident beginners and intermediate crocheters.
Frequently Asked Questions
This pattern is designed for plush yarn like Yarnart Dolce or Himalaya Dolphin Baby (100gr/120m per skein). Using plush yarn gives the dragon its cuddly, soft texture and the recommended size of about 27cm. You can experiment with other plush yarns, but be aware that the final size may vary.
While some parts of the provided pattern are fragmented, the overall construction suggests an intermediate skill level. Familiarity with amigurumi techniques like working in rounds, increases (recording), and decreases (Abn./acceptance) is beneficial. Don’t be afraid to try it even if you’re a confident beginner!
The pattern recommends 20mm safety eyes for a specific look. While you can certainly use different sizes, remember that changing the eye size will alter the dragon’s expression. Experiment with what you have, but always check to ensure the eyes are proportionate to the head before securing them permanently.
To achieve a well-shaped and cuddly amigurumi, stuff each part firmly and evenly as you go. Use small pieces of fiberfill, pushing them into all areas with your fingers or a stuffing tool. Be careful not to overstuff, which can stretch stitches, but ensure there are no soft, empty spots.
Congratulations, fellow maker! You’ve just completed a journey of creativity and dedication, bringing a magnificent dragon to life with your own hands. Every stitch tells a story of your passion for fiber arts. We hope this pattern brought you joy and a sense of accomplishment. Share your finished dragon with pride, and let its charm inspire others to pick up a hook and create their own magic!
