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25 Roaringly-Awesome Dinosaur Crochet Patterns

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I can’t tell you how roar-some these 25 dinosaur crochet patterns are. They’ll make a great gift for the dino-obsessed in your life.

photo collage of dinosaur crochet patterns

Crochet is coming back into popularity once more. It is a simpler alternative to knitting and allows you to make a whole range of toys and clothing.

Dinosaur patterns suit the crochet appearance exceptionally well. They are easy to make and are the perfect gift to give to young kids or your dino-obsessed friends. Whatever the vibe you are looking for, there is a pattern available to make it.

We have rounded up a selection of some of the most roaringly-awesome dinosaur crochet patterns. The patterns are for a variety of purposes, from plush toys to hats, to blankets and clothing.

photo collage of crochet dinosaur patterns with text which reads the best dinosaur crochet patterns curated by crochet.life

But, before you go stomping off to pick out your next project, be sure to pin this to your favorite crochet inspiration board on Pinterest so you can find it again fast when you’re ready to get hooking!

25 Roaringly-Awesome Dinosaur Crochet Patterns

Loopy Pattern Mini Triceratops

A small yellow Triceratops with orange spots on its back and a white belly and horns standing on a small wooden podium.

This pattern is from Loopy Patterns on Etsy. The finished product measures about 4 inches tall. The pattern comes with a bonus pdf file that provides instructions for crocheting a birthday hat, balloons, and a present box. This is the perfect dinosaur-themed party gift.

Source: Etsy

Toby The Stegosaurus Pattern

Green Stegosaurus with light green spots and dark blue spikes over its back standing on a white background.

This pattern is from DIY Fluffies. The pattern is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, and Dutch. It requires a moderate level of skill to complete and will measure 9 inches tall when it is finished.

Source: Etsy

Goofy Stegosaurus Pattern

Large stuffed Stegosaurus wearing a green and white striped sweater and holding a black skateboard sitting on a wooden table.

This pattern from Funny Toy Crocheting adds a touch of whimsy to the dinosaur toy – but I’ll be honest, I don’t think it’s a stegasaurus…I’m not sure what it is, LOL! Whatever, this makes the perfect gift for a young child who likes to live life on the lighter side. The pattern is available in English and German. The final product measures 10.5 inches.

Source: Etsy

Rainbow Stegasaurus and Green Fren

Literally the cutest, sweetest, most squishable stegasaurid I have ever seen. The body is just a fun, rolly-polly shape and the face is just so fun. Plus, this particular pattern is free, so this puts this steggy-duo on my list for sure.

Source: Stringy Ding Ding

Bronto The Dinosaur Pattern

Pastel pink, purple, and green Brachiosaurus’ standing around a silver pot with an artificial plant on a white blanket.

This pattern from Knot Too Shabby Crochet is for a resultant dinosaur that measures approximately 5 by 6 inches. The pattern is written in English using US crochet terms. The pattern includes a list of materials, instructions, photographs, and tips for the creative process.

Source: Etsy

Cuddleup Dinosaur Blanket

Definitely cuddle-licious, this easy blanket pattern is perfect for any youngster that’s dino-obsessed. Works up easy and fast using Caron One Pound and a quick-hook!

Source: Moogly

Small Stuffed Stegosaurus

Small crochet stuffed orange Stegosaurus with blue spikes on its back kissing a blue Stegosaurus with green spikes on its back.

This pattern from Made by Ssun is ideal for beginners. The process is quick and easy to follow. The resultant dinosaur will measure around 4 inches tall. The pattern comes with photos to accompany each step, making the process much easier to follow.

Source: Etsy

Hooded Dinosaur Blanket

Young boy sitting inside a green crochet hooded blanket with gray horns and a frill behind the horns.

This pattern from Crafting Happiness UK comes complete with instructions to make child and adult-sized versions of this blanket. The pattern is written in English using US crochet terminology. Not only does the blanket have a hood, it also has mittens to keep your fingers warm on chilly winter nights.

Source: Etsy

Tricia And Topsie

A pink Triceratop with white horns and brown spots on its belly sitting next to a blue Triceratop with the same features on a wooden floor.

This pattern from My Krissie Dolls is available in both English and Dutch. The finished toys measure 7 inches in height. These make adorable gifts for friends or young children. The pattern is written using US crochet terms.

Source: Etsy

Tanner the Triceratops

A little bit larger and a little bit different from the other triceratops, this little guy is kinda big. Let’s be honest, he’s been eating his Wheaties and is ready for ROMPING!

Source: Nicole Chase

Night Fury

A small crochet Night Fury dinosaur on its belly with legs spread apart and bright green eyes.

This pattern from Krawka will teach you how to make a toy version of Night Fury from How to Train Your Dragon (which I know isn’t technically a dinosaur, but how can you NOT include him on this list?! he’s so ccuuuuuute!). The pattern will create a toy nearly 17 inches in length and is best suited to advanced crochet-ers. The pattern shows you how to make both a black and a white version.

Source: Etsy

Cookie The Apatosaurus

Large dark green Apatosaurus with a light green nose and spots on its back standing on a white sheet.

This pattern from Jodiesyarn makes a Cookie model measuring 11.5 inches in height. The pattern is written in English using UK crochet terminology. To make this dinosaur you will need to know chain, magic ring, stitch, double crochet, increase, decrease, back loop only, slip stitch, and finish off stitches.

Source: Etsy

Triceratops Dinosaur Baby Blanket

Green crochet baby blanket with a stuffed Triceratop head with gray horns and four green stuffed legs draped over a wooden crib.

This pattern from Crafting Happiness UK will instruct you how to create a baby blanket with a triceratops head and tail. The terminology used throughout is US and the pattern is written in English. This design is best suited to intermediate crocheters, and the finished product will measure 39 by 29.5 inches.

Source: Etsy

Pterodactyl

Purple crochet Pterodactyl with a white stomach and feet, and pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple triangles on its wings.

This pattern is from Sweet Oddity Art and provides instructions for making a 15-inch tall pterodactyl toy. It is recommended for intermediate to advanced crochet makers. The pattern is written in English using US crochet terms. It is a super fun project that is visually striking when complete.

Source: Etsy

Tops The Triceratops Dinosaur Hat

Baby sat outside wearing a light orange Triceratop hat with light brown horns, nose, and orange and brown braids on either side.

This pattern from IRAROTT patterns makes the cutest little hat for small children. The pattern is written in English using US crochet terminology. The pattern is also accompanied by step-by-step instructions, photos, and diagrams. It also contains a conversion chart to change the terminology to the UK.

Source: Etsy

Amigurumi T-Rex Toy

Dark green crochet stuffed T-Rex with an oversized head and large white and brown eyes sitting on a white background.

This pattern from Delicious Crochet produces a dinosaur that stands just shy of 10 inches tall. The pattern can be downloaded in English or in Spanish. It is fairly simple to make and produces a high-quality result.

Source: Etsy

Baby Dinosaur

A manicured hand holding a small yellow crochet baby dinosaur with green spikes down its back on a white wooden background.

This pattern is from Toys Joys Pattern on Etsy. The pattern contains instructions written in English plus some video links to help explain the more complicated parts of the creative process. The resultant dinosaur is about 3.5 inches tall.

Source: Etsy

Flower Dinosaur Toy

Crochet purple stuffed dinosaur with large black and white eyes, yellow spikes down its back and tail, and a daisy on its head.

This pattern comes from Hey Can You Crochet Me A and is downloadable in English only. The dinosaur’s name is Daisy and she makes the perfect cutesy gift for young kids. When complete, Daisy stands 16 inches tall. She is very soft and makes a perfect cuddly toy.

Source: Etsy

Hatching Dinosaur Eggs

Small stuffed blue, purple, and green baby dinosaurs hatching from white and light brown crochet eggs on a beige blanket.

This is a unique take on crochet dinosaurs from Crocheting in Canada. The pattern includes instructions for creating 5 dinosaurs and 2 different sizes of eggs.

The dinosaurs included are T-rex, Apatosaurus, Stegosaurus, Pterodactyl, and Triceratops. These are ideal for hanging on a mobile to suspend above your baby’s crib.

Source: Etsy

Stegosaurus Toy

Mint green Stegosaurus with a light green nose and stomach and two pink horns sitting on a light wooden table.

This mini stegosaurus pattern is from Sweet Oddity Art. The resultant dinosaur is called Simon and measures 15 inches tall if you opt to make the larger size. Following the smaller pattern will create an 8-inch tall dinosaur. It is an intermediate pattern as you need a good grasp of the basic stitch types.

Source: Etsy

Dinosaur Cardigan

Small teal crochet cardigan with long sleeves, buttons down the center and yellow dinosaur spikes down the hood, back, and tail at the bottom.

This pattern from Nadiyjournal is the perfect size to fit a 2-year-old child. It is a relatively simple pattern to follow. You can choose your child’s favorite colors to make this customized. For an extra splash of uniqueness, why not have some fun with the button choice? To really wow your child, choose mini dinosaurs as the buttons.

Source: Etsy

Dinosaur Dog Hat

Large brown Shiba wearing a green crochet hat with white horns and a black dinosaur frill standing in a grassy field.

This pattern from Fiber Vibes is such a fun way to share your passion for dinosaurs with your dog. It is functional too, helping to keep their ears warm on cold days without causing a mess. The pattern is only for the dinosaur additions, not the actual hood.

Source: Etsy

Dinosaur Rattle

A lime green crochet dinosaur rattle with brown spikes on its head and tail next to a dark green dinosaur rattle with the same pattern.

These adorable dinosaur rattle covers from Dariya Baysh Toys Shop are sure to put a smile on your baby’s face. The pattern can be downloaded in English and the instructions will produce a 6-inch toy. It is an intermediate pattern.

Source: Etsy

Dinosaur Pattern Hat

Young boy facing sideways wearing a dark green crochet hat with a bright green pixelated dinosaur pattern all over.

This hat pattern from Knit and Crochet Evr Aft is an intermediate level. The author says that the pattern is one size fits all, making it ideal for all of the dinosaur lovers in your life. We recommend sticking with 2 colors, but the sky’s the limit.

Source: Etsy

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