Crochet Chunky Dino
The Crochet Chunky Dino is a delightful addition to any crochet collection! With its oversized design and playful charm, this whimsical dinosaur is sure to bring a smile to your face. Whether you're crafting it as a gift for a friend or keeping it for yourself, this adorable creation is perfect for adding a touch of fun to any space. The chunky yarn used gives it a cozy and huggable feel, making it a perfect companion for both children and adults alike. Get ready to unleash your creativity and make your own Crochet Chunky Dino to brighten up your day with its cute and lovable presence!
Materials:
- Weight 6 yarn
- Size J/6.0mm
- Stuffing
- 18 mm Safety Eyes or felt eyes
- Yarn needle
- Stitch Marker
Abbreviations:
- mr = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- bo = bobble stitch
- inc = increase (2 sc in next stitch)
- dec = invisible decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- st = stitch
- FO = fasten off
This pattern uses weight 6 blanket yarn. Though any yarn may be used, it is highly recommended to use a bulky weight yarn for this pattern. Use a hook 1-2 sizes smaller than your yarn calls for. This pattern is in US crochet terms.
This pattern is worked in continuous rounds and using a stitch marker to mark the first stitch is recommended.
*Safety eyes are NOT recommended for children who are three years old or younger.
The Dino pictured in the pattern is made with Sweet Snuggles Lite yarn.
Bobble Stitch (bo):
If you are unfamiliar with the bobble stitch, here is how you make it:
Yarn over, insert hook into stitch and pull up a loop.
Yarn over again and pull through two loops, leaving 2 loops on your hook.
Continue these steps until you have 5 loops on your hook.
Yarn over and pull through all 5 loops. Chain 1 to finish stitch.
Body:
R1: 6 sc in a magic ring
R2: 6 inc (12) *on the last inc, you're going to make a sc, change to secondary colour, then bo in the same stitch. Change to primary colour.
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (inc, 2 sc) x 5, inc, sc, change to secondary colour and bo, change back to primary colour (24)
R5: 24 sc
R6: 23 sc, change to secondary colour and bo, change back to primary colour (24)
R7: 8 sc, bo, 6 sc, bo, 8 sc (24)
R8: 23 sc,change to secondary colour and bo, change back to primary colour (24)
R9: 24 sc
R10: 8 sc, bo, 6 sc, bo, 8 sc (24)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6, about 3 stitches apart.
R11: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R12: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Stuff the body firmly.
R13: 6 dec (6)
Tail:
R1: 4 sc in a magic ring
R2: (1 sc, inc) x 2 (6)
R3: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and sew onto the back of the dino, about 2 rounds up from the bottom of the body. Ensure the tail is centered in the back.