Free Crochet Dinosaur Patterns
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Are you a fan of dinosaurs? Are you a crochet enthusiast? If so, you’re in luck! With a little help from the internet, you can combine your two passions and make some truly one-of-a-kind creations.
There’s an abundance of free crochet dinosaur patterns available online, provided by amazing crafty creators. Unfortunately, sometimes these patterns can be hard to find – especially if you don’t know the official name of your favorite dino.
That’s why we’ve created this useful post: to provide you with everything you need to find and select the right free crochet dinosaur pattern.
In this roundup, you’ll find 8+ inspiring and achievable patterns for some of the world’s favorite dinosaurs. So pick out your yarn, grab that hook, and let’s get started!
Free Crochet Dinosaur Patterns
- Brontosaurus
- Tyrannosaurus Rex (T-Rex)
- Triceratops
- Ankylosaursus
- Diplodocus
- Long Neck Dinosaur
- Plesiosaur
- Stegosaurus
These Crocheted Dinosaurs will make great gifts for children.
Most children seem to have a natural fascination about prehistoric animals and dinosaurs. My children both loved them and I remember (a long, long time ago…) I loved them too.
Maybe it is because of the children’s shows and dinosaur books we were exposed too growing up? Do you remember The Land Before Time? My family watched that show so much the VHS tape broke! Good thing you can get it on Blu-ray now!
Whatever the reason, making an amigurumi dinosaur for a child is almost certainly going to be loved.
Free Amigurumi Dinosaur Crochet Patterns
Stellan & Stanley Dinosaur Patterns
The Stellan & Stanley Dinosaur Patterns are available from Yarnspirations as a free PDF pattern. They are crocheted with Super Fine Weight Yarn [1] and a 2.25 mm (B) crochet hook. You can make both dinosaurs with just one ball of Red Heart Amigurumi Yarn.
Triceratops Pattern
This crochet Triceratops is perfect for cuddling with. Designed by Erica Dietz of 5 Little Monsters this dinosaur softie was made with Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook.
Backpack Bronto Amigurumi
Ashley Parker designed this adorable Backpack Bronto Amigurumi and it is available in two different sizes. You will need Worsted Weight Yarn [4] and a 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook for your project.
T-Rex Pattern
This T-Rex crochet pattern was designed by Jackie at Amidorable Crochet. For this project you will need Light Weight Yarn [3], a 2.5 mm crochet hook and 7 mm safety eyes.
Dinosaur Softie
This adorable Dinosaur Softie was designed by Erica Dietz of 5 Little Monsters. It was crocheted with Aran Weight (Medium) Yarn [4] and a 4.25 mm crochet hook. The finished dinosaur is approximately 9-inches tall.
![This adorable but Terrifying T-Rex Pattern by Spin a Yarn Crochet is crocheted with medium weight yarn [4] and a 3.5 mm hook. The finished T-Rex is approximately 8 inches tall X 6 inches wide.](https://oombawkadesigncrochet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Terrifying-TRex-Free-Pattern.webp)
Terrifying T-Rex Pattern
This adorable but Terrifying T-Rex Pattern by Spin a Yarn Crochet is crocheted with medium weight yarn [4] and a 3.5 mm hook. The finished T-Rex is approximately 8 inches tall X 6 inches wide.
Dinosaur Puppet Crochet Pattern
Make this soft Dinosaur Puppet with Bulky Weight Yarn [5] and a 5.5 mm (I) crochet hook. This pattern is available as a free PDF download from Yarnspirations.
T-Rex Backpack Buddy
This T-Rex is ready to go with you on your backpack. Designed by Ashley Parker of the Loop Lamb and crocheted with Worsted Weight Yarn and a 3.5 mm (E) hook the finished dino measures 3.75 inches tall.
Triceratops Amigurumi
Trish the Triceratops Amigurumi was designed by Spin a Yarn Crochet. Isn’t she adorable? You will need Aran Weight Yarn [4] and a 3.25 mm (D) crochet hook for this project.
Ankylosaurus Crochet Dinosaur Pattern
Halime Özel (@handmade_by_halime) designed this cute little Ankylosaurus dinosaur. For this project you will need Sport Weight Yarn [2] and a 2.5 mm crochet hook and 7 mm safety eyes. He reminds me of Bumpy from Jurassic Park Camp Cretaceous!
Dotty Dinosaur
Dotty the Dinosaur is available as a free PDF pattern from LBY. You will need Aran Weight Yarn [4] and a 5.5 mm (I) crochet hook for your project. The finished dinosaur softie measures 15 inches tall.
Crochet triceratops Dinosaur
These sweet Triceratops Amigurumi Dinosaurs were designed by Halime Özel @handmade_by_halime. The head shape is super unique! For the project you will need Fingering Weight Yarn [1] and a 2.5 mm crochet hook.
Curious Baby Diplodocus
These curious baby Diplodocus dinosaurs were designed by Gosia Su using Aran Weight Yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook. The finished amigurumi dinosaurs measure approximately 10 inches X 4 inches X 3 inches.
Brontosaurus Dinosaur Amigurumi
These super cute Brontosaurus Amigurumi were designed by Stringy Ding Ding. You will need Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) hook for the project.
Cute’osaurus Rex
This Crochet Dinosaur Pattern includes instructions for the Cute’osaurus Rex and it’s egg! For this project you will need Sport Weight Yarn [2] and a 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook. Your finished T-Rex babies will measure about 8.5 inches X 5 inches X 5 inches in size.
Tiny Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern
The Tiny Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern from Green Fox Farms Designs is crocheted with medium weight yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook.
Dinosaur Amigurumi
I can’t seem to choose which of these 2 Dinosaur Amigurumi projects I like best! I’m leaning toward the one with rainbow spots! You will need Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook for this project.
Baby Triceratops Pattern
This baby triceratops is approximately 11 inches long X 5 inches tall. You will need medium weight yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook.
Longneck Dinosaur Pattern
The longneck dinosaur pattern by Knotty’s Amigurumi is crocheted with DK weight yarn [3] and a 3.5 mm hook.
Plesiosaur Amigurumi Pattern
This cute little Plesiosaur Amigurumi Pattern by Knotty’s Amigurumi is crocheted with DK weight yarn and a 3 mm hook.
Amigurumi Dinosaur Crochet Pattern
This pattern is viewable at Amigurumi Today. You will need Super Fine Weight Yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook to make this project. The finished dinosaur measures approximately 11 inches long.
Tiny stegosaurus pattern
The tiny stegosaurus pattern by Trish Young is perfect for little hands. You will need medium weight yarn [4] and a 3.5 mm (E) hook. You should check out her other tiny dinosaurs too! She has Dmitri the Dimetrodon, Trixie the Tricertops and Bronwyn the Brontosaurus (plus a few more!).
Dexter the Dinosaur amigurumi Pattern
Dexter the Dinosaur amigurumi pattern by Barbara Peček is crocheted with medium weight yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) hook. The finished dinosaur measures 6.7 inches tall X 13 inches long.
Dragón de Sant Jordi Pattern
This little guy is super cute! The pattern is available in English and Spanish. Dragón de Sant Jordi by Lucia Lanukas is crocheted with medium weight yarn [4] and a 3.5 mm (E) hook.
T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern
The T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern by Kristel is written in UK crochet terms. The T-Rex measures about 8 inches tall X 7 inches wide. You will need medium weight yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) hook.
Baby Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern
These cute little Baby Dinosaurs are crocheted with medium weight yarn [4] and a 5 mm (H) hook. I totally love how they have their little mouths open wide! This pattern was designed by Ami Amour.
Triceratops Dinosaur Pattern
This little dinosaur is crocheted with a 4 mm (G) hook and medium weight yarn. The full pattern is available for free as a video pattern or you can purchase a PDF copy instead from the link provided in the description on YouTube
Mini Dinosaurs
This Mini Dinosaurs were designed by Sheila Houle using Worsted Weight Yarn [4] and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook. The finished mini dinosaurs measure approximately 6.5 inches from head to tail. There is a helpful video tutorial for this pattern.
Long Neck Dinosaur Pattern
This long neck dinosaur pattern is available on YouTube by Acacia Copley. If you open the description under the video you will find the full written pattern. The video will also demonstrate the pattern completely if you would like to follow along. You need medium weight yarn [4] and a 4.25 mm hook.
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So many beautiful choices….I don’t know where to start!