Crochet Small Dinosaur Pendant Free Pattern You’ll Love

Bring to life a small and adorable dinosaur pendant with crochet, a charming accessory to brighten up bags, necklaces, or gift to someone special.

Creating a tiny dinosaur from yarn is a fun and rewarding project that anyone can try. By following a free crochet design, you can make a beautiful and unique small dinosaur pendant that is both adorable and practical. The process is enjoyable and involves shaping its little body, legs, tail, and head with soft, colorful yarn. Adding features like a happy face and optional details makes it extra charming.

Free Crochet Pattern for a Small Dinosaur Pendant Accessory

This handmade pendant is perfect for many uses. You can wear it as a necklace, attach it to your school bag, or turn it into a keychain to carry around. Its small size and lightweight design make it easy to handle and perfect for everyday use. The bright yarn colors and cheerful dinosaur look make it stand out as a cute accessory or even as a thoughtful handmade gift. Making this pendant helps you develop basic crochet skills while creating something special that everyone will admire. It's not just about crocheting but about bringing a little fun and creativity into everyday life.

Little Dinosaur Pendant Amigurumi - Detailed Pattern

Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced
(Involves shaping, merging stitches, and working in both rounds and rows.)

Materials

Yarn: Fingering or sport-weight cotton or acrylic yarn in:
- Main color (e.g., Light sea green or chosen dinosaur color)
- Dark contrasting yarn for spikes (back ridge)
- Scrap of black yarn/thread for mouth embroidery
Hook: 2.0 mm (per video; use hook to match yarn for a tight fabric)
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
Needle: Tapestry needle for sewing and embroidery
Scissors
Stitch Marker (recommended for marking rounds)
Keychain Ring/Pendant Hardware (optional, for finishing)
Safety Eyes (5-6 mm) or black yarn for embroidered eyes

Abbreviations (US Terms)

Abbreviation	Meaning
ch	chain
sc	single crochet
inc (V)	increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec (A)	invisible decrease (sc2tog, front loops only)
w	3 sc in same st (used for pronounced increases)
M	decrease 3 sc into 1 st (special, see below)
sl st	slip stitch
MR	magic ring
FO	fasten off
st(s)	stitch(es)

Special Notes & Techniques

Invisible Decrease (A): Insert hook into front loops of next 2 stitches, yarn over, pull through both loops, yarn over, pull through 2.
Decrease 3 into 1 (M): Insert hook into the front loops of next 3 sts, yarn over, pull through all 3, yarn over, pull through both remaining loops on hook.
Mark the first stitch of each round for accurate counting.
Work firmly for a well-shaped, sturdy amigurumi.
Spikes/Back Ridge: Uses turning rows, double crocheting for shaped "peaks".

Pattern

Body (worked around foundation chain)

Ch 10
Row 1 (Round 1):
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook,
- sc in next 7 ch (8 sc),
- 3 sc in last ch (w) (work these around chain end),
- Rotate, work along bottom of chain: sc in next 7 ch,
- 2 sc in first ch (opposite side; inc in chain just used to start = V).
- [20 sc]
- Mark the last st.
Row 2 (Round 2):
- 3 sc in first st (w), sc in each of next 2 sts
- sc in next 7 sts
- 3 sc in next st (w), sc in next st, 3 sc in next st (w)
- sc in next 7 sts
- 3 sc in last st (w), sc in last st
- [28 sc]
Rounds 3-14:
- Continue in the round, increasing evenly at "nose" and "tail" ends as established. (Refer to video chart for precise inc placements. End R14 with 36 sc.)
Round 15:
- sc, M (decrease next 3 sts to 1), sc in next 9, M, [sc in next 3, M] repeat across, 2 sc
- The decrease (M) is performed as described in Special Notes.
Round 16:
- Continue pattern, follow decreases as needed.
Round 17 (Final shaping):
- sc in next 8, M, sc in next 7, dec (A), FO.
FO, weave in end. Stuff body firmly.

Tail

MR, 6 sc in ring.
[sc in next 2, inc] x2 (8)
Rounds 3-5: sc in each st around. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff tip lightly.
Sew onto rounded end of the body.

Spikes (Back Ridge)

Attach contrasting (darker) color to body at base of tail.
Ch 26 (adjust as needed for body size).
Working back along chain:
- (sc, dc, sc) in same st (forms a "peak"), sc in next ch; repeat to end, occasionally slip stitching for stability.
- Peaks are created by working single, double, single in the same chain/stitch.
FO, leave long tail, sew along dinosaur's back from tail upwards.
Stitch securely. Weave in ends.

Assembly

Seal body opening.

Pin tail in position, whipstitch around.
Pin/apply spikes, sew securely down entire back.

Face

Eyes: Sew or attach safety eyes between Rounds 7 and 8, spaced approximately 4-5 stitches apart.
Mouth: Embroider with black yarn 2-3 rows beneath eyes in a gentle arc.

Finishing (Pendant)

Attach pendant ring at top center of head.
Tighten and close ring with pliers as needed.

Conclusion & Pattern Correction

Pattern Correction: The video uses a combination of working in the round and in rows along a foundation chain to give an oval, flat "cartoon" dinosaur body. For smooth shaping, maintain even tension, place increased stitches symmetrically at the chain ends, and count accurately.
If any step produces more or fewer stitches, simply adjust at the next round so overall increases/decreases are at the "nose" and "tail" ends for an even, oblong body shape.

Tips

Keep stitch count on every round; use stitch markers at starting points.
For the "M" (dec 3 into 1), take care to insert into front loops only for seamless shape.
Don't overstuff, especially in the tail area.
For a cuter effect, embroider a small nostril or use blush/paint for cheeks.
Make the dorsal spikes larger by using 2 dcs per peak for a more dramatic appearance.
Use a sturdy pendant/clip since it's intended to hang.

Final Words

Your little dinosaur pendant is now ready! With neat shaping, distinctive back spikes, and a cheerful face, it is ideal for intermediate and advanced crocheters and makes for a charming bag charm, keychain, or decorative pendant. Adjust colors and sizing to personalize.