Well….

To be honest, I don’t really know what kind of animal this is. I went into it with the intention of making it a dinosaur but but the time everything was sewn up, it kind of looks likes an alligator. But I can’t really decide, so I took to all my socials media platforms and asked my readers what they thought it most resembled! I would say the consensus was split right down the middle, and some were even saying it looks like a dragon.. So I am at  loss here. We are just going to go with a Dinogator! However, this can be whatever YOU want it to be – honestly, with some purple, it could be a dinosaur!

What do YOU think it is? Let me know down below!

So here’s what you’ll need:

• Any worsted weight yarn will work!

1 Skein in Big Twist Soft (Avocado)

1 Skein in Lion Brand’s Basic Stitch Premium (In Black)

1 Skein in Lion Brand’s Basic Stitch Premium (In Ivy)

1 Skein in Lion Brand’s Basic Stitch Premium (In Raspberry)

Scissors

Darning Needle

Measuring tape

4mm Hook

2 x Safety Eyes

Dimensions

Height: 6″ inches

Width: 4″ inches

 

Skill Level: Easy+

 

Gauge:

Isn’t needed for this project

 

 

 

Abbreviations:

Ch – chain

Sl st – Slip Stitch

Sc – Single Crochet

FLO – Front Loop Only

FO -Finish Off

 

Notes:

• This pattern is worked in the round and not joined.
• The pattern will guide you in how to make the pieces – at the bottom will be where you find the assembly
• You can find helpful tutorials throughout, but if you would like to find some of my tips and tricks you can head HERE!

 

Let’s Begin!

Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)

Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)

Rnd 3: *Sc, Inc* around (18)

Rnd 4: *Sc 2, Inc* around (24)

Rnd 5: *Sc 3, Inc* around (30)

Rnd 6: *Sc 4, Inc* around (36)

Rnd 7: *Sc 5, Inc* around (42)

Rnd 8-14: Sc around (42)

Rnd 15: *Sc 5, Dec* around (36)

Rnd 16: *Sc 4, Dec* around (30)

At this point, you will want to begin stuffing the head firmly! Insert your safety eyes into Round 10, with 8 stitches apart.

Rnd 17: *Sc 3, Dec* around (24)

Rnd 18: *Sc 2, Dec* around (18)

Rnd 19: *Inc* around in the FLO (36)

Rnd 20 – 24: Sc around (36)

Rnd 25: *Sc 4, Dec* around (30)

Rnd 26: *Sc 3, Dec* around (24)

Rnd 27: *Sc 2, Dec* around (18)

Rnd 28: *Sc, Dec* around (12)

Finish off and sew hole closed (Here’s my tutorial on how!)

 

Tail:

Rnd 1: 5 Single crochet into Magic Ring (5)

Rnd 2 -3: Sc around (5)

Rnd 4: *Inc* around (10)

Rnd 5 -12: Sc around (10)

Rnd 13: *Sc, Inc* around (15)

Rnd 14- 17: Sc Around (15)

Finish off and leave tail for sewing

 

Nose:

Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)

Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)

Rnd 3: *Sc, Inc* around (18)

Rnd 4 – 5: Sc around (18)

Finish off and leave tail for sewing

 

Large Scales (Make 4)

Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)

Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)

Rnd 3 – 5: Sc around (12)

Finish off and leave tail for sewing

 

Smaller Scales on Tail (Make 3)

Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)

Rnd 2: Sc around (6)

Finish off and leave tail for sewing

 

Arms (Make 2)

Rnd 1: 5 Single crochet into Magic Ring (5)

Rnd 2: *Inc* around (10)

Rnd 3: Sc around (10)

 

Assembly

The first thing you will want to add is the nose! This will give you an idea on how to place everything else. Sew this right in the middle of the eyes. (Placement above!)

 

And since your body is already stuffed, this is a good time to add some of the facial details such as the teeth, blush, and lashes!

 

 

Before everything else get’s in the way, lets add on your tail! Add it to the front and down below shows how its attached on the back. Once on, add the small scales!

 

 

With your tail in place, now you can add your little arms!

With everything else attached, it time to add the scales on the head and body!

 

 

All Done!

 

Please do not claim this pattern as your own.  If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it.

You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to Knot Bad and link it my website knotbadami.com

Make sure to post it! Please feel free to tag me and show me how yours turned out!