Fly into the Holidays with this Festive Dragon Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Get ready to spread some festive cheer with this adorable crochet dragon amigurumi! Inspired by beloved dragon characters and given a holiday twist, this pattern lets you craft a charming companion. Perfect for decorations or a heartwarming gift, this little dragon, complete with a Santa hat and cozy scarf, will surely bring smiles and joy to any occasion.

Craft Your Own Whimsical Holiday Companion

Imagine the delight of gifting this handmade festive dragon or displaying it as a unique piece of holiday decor. This pattern is designed to be enjoyable for intermediate crocheters, offering clear instructions to bring your own mythical, merry creature to life. It’s more than just a toy; it’s a creation brimming with holiday spirit and personality.

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Crochet Pattern: Fly into the Holidays with this Festive Dragon Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Materials

Dark Blue/Navy Worsted Weight Yarn
Red Worsted Weight Yarn
White Worsted Weight Yarn
Green Worsted Weight Yarn
Silver Glitter Fabric or Felt (for wings)
3.0mm Crochet Hook (or size to achieve tight fabric)
9mm Green Safety Eyes
Polyester Fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Markers
Small Silver Bell

Abbreviations

MR: Magic Ring
ch: Chain
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
(X): Number of stitches at the end of the round/row

Instructions

BODY AND HEAD (Dark Blue Yarn)

Round 1: MR 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc in each st (12)
Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Round 7-12: sc in each st (36)
Round 13: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Round 14: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Round 15: sc in each st (24)
Round 16: (2 sc, inc) x8 (32)
Round 17: (3 sc, inc) x8 (40)
Round 18-24: sc in each st (40)
Insert safety eyes between Rds 19 and 20, about 6-7 stitches apart.
Round 25: (3 sc, dec) x8 (32)
Round 26: (2 sc, dec) x8 (24)
Start stuffing firmly.
Round 27: (sc, dec) x8 (16)
Round 28: dec x8 (8)
FO, weave tail through remaining stitches and pull tight to close.

EARS (Make 2 – Dark Blue Yarn)

Ch 5
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc (4)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dec, 2 sc (3)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc (2)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, dec (1)
FO, leave long tail for sewing.

HEAD NUBS (Make 3 – Dark Blue Yarn)

Round 1: MR 4 sc (4)
Round 2: sc in each st (4)
FO, leave tail for sewing. Stuff lightly if desired.

BACK SPIKES (Make 5 – Dark Blue Yarn)

Ch 4
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc (3)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st (3)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc (2)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, dec (1)
FO, leave long tail for sewing.

LIMBS (Make 4 – Dark Blue Yarn)

Round 1: MR 6 sc (6)
Round 2-3: sc in each st (6)
Stuff lightly.
FO, leave long tail for sewing. Flatten and sew opening closed, then sew to body.

WINGS (Make 2 – Dark Blue Yarn & Silver Glitter Fabric)

Ch 8
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 6 sc (7)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, inc, 5 sc, inc (9)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, inc, 7 sc, inc (11)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st (11)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 8 st, leave remaining 3 st unworked (8)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st (8)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, dec, 4 sc, dec (6)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st (6)
Row 9: Ch 1, turn, dec, 2 sc, dec (4)
Ch 1, sc around the entire edge of the wing shape to create a clean border. Work (sc, ch 1, sc) in corners. Sl st to first sc.
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Glitter Inlay: Trace the inside shape of the wing onto silver glitter fabric or felt. Cut it out slightly smaller than the crocheted border and glue it securely to the inside of the crocheted wing.

SANTA HAT (Red and White Yarn)

Hat Body (Red & White stripes)
Round 1 (Red): MR 4 sc (4)
Round 2 (Red): (sc, inc) x2 (6)
Round 3 (White): sc in each st (6)
Round 4 (White): (sc, inc) x3 (9)
Round 5 (Red): sc in each st (9)
Round 6 (Red): (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
Round 7 (White): sc in each st (12)
Round 8 (White): (3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
Round 9 (Red): sc in each st (15)
Round 10 (Red): (4 sc, inc) x3 (18)
Round 11 (White): sc in each st (18)
Round 12 (White): (5 sc, inc) x3 (21)
Round 13 (Red): sc in each st (21)
Round 14 (Red): (6 sc, inc) x3 (24)
Round 15 (White): sc in each st (24)
Round 16 (White): (7 sc, inc) x3 (27)
Sl st, FO.
Hat Brim (White Yarn)
Attach white yarn to the bottom edge of the hat.
Ch 1, sc in each st around (27). Sl st to first sc. FO.
Attach small silver bell to the tip of the hat.

FESTIVE SCARF (Green Yarn & Red Yarn)

Scarf Main (Green Yarn)
Ch 45
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (44)
Row 2-3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (44)
FO, weave in ends.
Red Berries (Make 3 – Red Yarn)
Round 1: MR 5 sc (5)
Sl st to first sc, pull tail tight to close slightly.
FO, leave long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly if desired, then sew securely to the front of the green scarf.

ASSEMBLY

Securely sew the Ears to the top sides of the head.
Sew the 3 Head Nubs to the top of the head (one central, two slightly behind and to the sides).
Sew the Back Spikes down the back of the body, evenly spaced.
Sew the Limbs to the bottom sides of the body.
Sew the Wings to the upper back of the body.
Embroider a small smile with dark blue yarn on the face below the eyes.
Place the Santa Hat on the head and the Scarf around the neck.