Cute Crochet Yoshi Amigurumi Pattern: Bring Your Favorite Dinosaur to Life!

Get ready to crochet your very own adorable Yoshi! This detailed pattern will guide you through creating a charming amigurumi version of Nintendo’s beloved dinosaur. Perfect for fans of all ages, this handmade Yoshi makes a fantastic gift or a delightful addition to your collection. Grab your hook and yarn, and let’s embark on this fun crafting adventure!

Craft Your Own Gaming Companion

Imagine the joy of holding a soft, squishy Yoshi, knowing you crafted it with your own hands. This pattern not only results in a beloved character but also offers a rewarding creative experience. Whether you’re making it for a child’s toy, a gamer’s desk decor, or simply for the pure enjoyment of crocheting, this Yoshi will bring a smile to anyone’s face.

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Crochet Pattern: Cute Crochet Yoshi Amigurumi Pattern: Bring Your Favorite Dinosaur to Life!

Materials

Worsted weight yarn in Bright Green, White, Red, Orange, Yellow, and a small amount of Black.
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (adjust to your tension for tight stitches)
9mm or 10mm safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors

Abbreviations

MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten off
BLO: Back Loop Only
(…): Repeat instructions in parentheses for the specified number of times
[…]: Total number of stitches at the end of the round

Instructions

Notes: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your first stitch in each round. Stuff firmly as you go.

HEAD & BODY (Bright Green & White)

Start with Bright Green yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
Rnd 7-13: sc around [36]
Rnd 14: (4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
Rnd 15: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Rnd 16: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18] Stuff the head firmly. Insert safety eyes between Rnd 10 and 11, about 6-7 stitches apart.
Rnd 17: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Rnd 18: (inc) x12 [24] (This creates the body base increase)
Rnd 19: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Rnd 20-25: sc around [30]
Rnd 26: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Rnd 27: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18] Stuff the body firmly.
Rnd 28: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Rnd 29: (dec) x6 [6]
FO, weave in ends.

SNOUT (Bright Green)

Start with Bright Green yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Rnd 4-6: sc around [18]
Stuff lightly. Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

BELLY (White)

Start with White yarn.
Ch 6
Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Working down other side of chain: 3 sc, 2 sc in last ch [12]
Rnd 2: inc, 3 sc, inc x3, 3 sc, inc x2 [18]
Rnd 3: sc, inc, 3 sc, (sc, inc) x3, 3 sc, (sc, inc) x2 [24]
Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff.

ARMS (Bright Green) – Make 2

Start with Bright Green yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x3 [9]
Rnd 3-8: sc around [9]
Stuff lightly. Pinch opening flat and sc across (4 sc). FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

LEGS & FEET (Yellow, Orange, Bright Green) – Make 2

Start with Yellow yarn.
Ch 5
Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Working down other side of chain: 2 sc, 2 sc in last ch [10]
Rnd 2: inc, 2 sc, inc x3, 2 sc, inc x2 [16]
Change to Orange yarn.
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x2, 4 sc, (inc, sc) x2, inc, 4 sc [22] (Work in BLO for a clean edge if desired)
Rnd 4-5: sc around [22]
Rnd 6: 6 sc, (dec) x5, 6 sc [17]
Rnd 7: 6 sc, (dec) x2, 7 sc [15]
Stuff the foot firmly.
Change to Bright Green yarn.
Rnd 8: Sc around [15]
Rnd 9: (3 sc, dec) x3 [12]
Rnd 10-12: sc around [12]
Stuff the leg firmly. Pinch opening flat and sc across (6 sc). FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

SHELL (Red)

Start with Red yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Rnd 6-9: sc around [30]
Stuff lightly to maintain shape. Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

SPINE PLATES (Red) – Make 3

Start with Red yarn.
Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR [5]
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x2, sc [7]
Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

ASSEMBLY

Sew the Snout to the front of the Head, centering it below the eyes.
Sew the White Belly to the front of the Body.
Sew the Arms to the sides of the Body, just below the neck.
Sew the Legs to the bottom of the Body. Ensure they allow Yoshi to stand, if desired.
Sew the Red Shell to the back of the Body.
Sew the three Red Spine Plates in a line along the back of the Head/Neck, above the shell. Evenly space them.
Weave in all remaining loose ends securely.