Crochet Handmade Stegosaurus
The Crochet Handmade Stegosaurus is not just a cute addition to your shelf; it's a whimsical creation that brings joy and creativity to your space. With its intricately designed scales and friendly expression, this little dinosaur is sure to spark conversations and warm hearts. Each stitch was made with care and skill, resulting in a unique and charming piece of art that will make you smile every time you see it. Whether you're a dinosaur enthusiast or simply enjoy handmade treasures, this Crochet Handmade Stegosaurus is a delightful companion that will brighten up your day.
Stitches and Abbreviations (US Terms)-
Ch — chain stitch
Sl st — slip stitch
Sc — single crochet
Hdc — half double crochet
Inc — increase
Dec — decrease
F/O — Finish Off (cut the yarn, you're done!)
Materials-
Size G hook
Yarn-two colors of your choosing
Two button eyes
Yarn Needle
Needle and Thread
Body (MAKE SURE TO STUFF AS YOU GO)
Rnd 1.Sc 6 in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2.Inc around (12)
Rnd 3.*Sc 1, Inc* around (18)
Rnd 4.*Sc 2, Inc* around (24)
Rnd 5-6. Sc around
Rnd 7. Sc 11, Inc, Inc, Sc 11 (26)
Rnd 8. Sc 12, Inc, Inc, Sc 12 (28)
Rnd 9-10. Sc around
Rnd 11. *Sc 5, Dec* around (24)
Rnd 12. *Sc 2, Dec* around (18)
Rnd 13. *Sc 1, Dec* around (12)
Rnd 14. Sc around
Rnd 15. *Sc 1, Inc* around (18), Stuff
Rnd 16. Sc 10, Inc, Inc, Sc 6 (20)
Rnd 17. Sc 4, Inc, Sc 6, Inc, Inc, Sc 6, Inc (24)
Rnd 18. Sc 5, Inc, Sc 7, Inc, Inc, Sc 7, Inc, Sc 1 (28)
Rnd 19. Sc 6, Inc, Sc 8, Inc, Inc, Sc 8, Inc, Sc 2 (32)
Rnd 20. Sc 7, Inc, Sc 9, Inc, Inc, Sc 9, Inc, Sc 3 (36)
Rnd 21. Sc 8, Inc, Sc 10, Inc, Inc, Sc 10, Inc, Sc 4 (40)
Rnd 22. Sc 9, Inc, Sc 11, Inc, Inc, Sc 11, Inc, Sc 5 (44)
Rnd 23. Sc 10, Inc, Sc 12, Inc, Inc, Sc 12, Inc, Sc 6 (48)
Rnd 24. Sc 11, Inc, Sc 13, Inc, Inc, Sc 13, Inc, Sc 7 (52)
Rnd 25-31. Sc around
Rnd 32. Sc 11, Dec, Sc 13, Dec, Dec, Sc 13, Dec, Sc 7 (48)
Rnd 33. Sc 10, Dec, Sc 12, Dec, Dec, Sc 12, Dec, Sc 6 (44)
Rnd 34. Sc 9, Dec, Sc 11, Dec, Dec, Sc 11, Dec, Sc 5 (40)
Rnd 35. Sc 8, Dec, Sc 10, Dec, Dec, Sc 10, Dec, Sc 4 (36)
Rnd 36. Sc 7, Dec, Sc 9, Dec, Dec, Sc 9, Dec, Sc 3 (32)
Rnd 37. Sc 6, Dec, Sc 8, Dec, Dec, Sc 8, Dec, Sc 2 (28)
Rnd 38. Sc 5, Dec, Sc 7, Dec, Dec, Sc 7, Dec, Sc 1 (24)
Rnd 39. Sc 4, Dec, Sc 6, Dec, Dec, Sc 6, Dec (20)
Rnd 40. Sc 6, Dec, Sc 8, Dec, Sc 2 (18), Stuff
Rnd 41. Sc 5, Dec, Sc 8, Dec, Sc 1 (16)
Rnd 42. Sc around
Rnd 43. Sc 5, Dec, Sc 8, Dec (14)
Rnd 44-45. Sc around
Rnd 46. Dec, Sc 2, Dec, Sc 8 (12), Stuff
Rnd 47-49. Sc around
Rnd 50. *Dec, Sc 4* around (10)
Rnd 51. *Dec, Sc 3* around (8), Stuff
Rnd 52. *Dec, Sc 2* around (6)
Rnd 53. *Dec, Sc 1* around (4), Stuff, F/O
Legs — (make 4)
Rnd 1.Sc 6 in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2.Inc around (12)
Rnd 3. BLO, *Sc 1, Inc* around (18)
Rnd 4-5. Sc around
Rnd 6-7. Sc 7, Hdc, Dc, Dc, Hdc, Sc 7 F/O
Large Plates — (make 2)
Rnd 1.Sc 6 in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2. *Inc, Sc 2* around (8)
Rnd 3. Sc 1, Inc, Sc 3, Inc, Sc 2 (10)
Rnd 4. Sc 2, Inc, Sc 4, Inc, Sc 2 (12)
Rnd 5. Sc 3, Inc, Sc 5, Inc, Sc 2 (14)
Rnd 6. Sc 4, Inc, Sc 6, Inc, Sc 2 (16)
Rnd 7. Sc 5, Inc, Sc 7, Inc, Sc 2 (18)
Rnd 8-9. Sc around
Rnd 10. Sc 5, Dec, Sc 7, Dec, Sc (16) F/O
Medium Plates- (make 4)
Rnd 1.Sc 6 in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2. *Inc, Sc 2* around (8)
Rnd 3. Sc 1, Inc, Sc 3, Inc, Sc 2 (10)
Rnd 4. Sc 2, Inc, Sc 4, Inc, Sc 2 (12)
Rnd 5. Sc 3, Inc, Sc 5, Inc, Sc 2 (14)
Rnd 6. Sc 4, Inc, Sc 6, Inc, Sc 2 (16)
Rnd 7-8. Sc around
Rnd 10. Sc 4, Dec, Sc 6, Dec, Sc 2 (14) F/O
Small Plates — (make 2)
Rnd 1.Sc 6 in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2. *Inc, Sc 2* around (8)
Rnd 3. Sc 1, Inc, Sc 3, Inc, Sc 2 (10)
Rnd 4. Sc 2, Inc, Sc 4, Inc, Sc 2 (12)
Rnd 5-6. Sc around
Rnd 7. Sc 2, Dec, Sc 4, Dec, Sc 2 (10) F/O
Extra Small Plates — (make 2)
Rnd 1.Sc 6 in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2. *Inc, Sc 2* around (8)
Rnd 3. Sc 1, Inc, Sc 3, Inc, Sc 2 (10)
Rnd 4. Sc around
Rnd 5. Sc 1, Dec, Sc 3, Dec, Sc 2 (8) F/O
Large Spikes (make 2)-
Rnd 1.Sc 4 in magic ring (4)
Rnd 2-4. Sc around
Small Spikes (make 2)-
Rnd 1.Sc 4 in magic ring (4)
Rnd 2-3. Sc around
Assembly-
1.Sew on Legs to Body
2.Sew on Plates to spine of Body in this order: (From Head to Tail: Extra Small, Medium, Large, Medium, Small)
3.Sew on Spikes to tail of Body with the Small Spikes toward the end of the Tail
4.Sew on Button Eyes to Head