Sparkling Christmas Dragonfly Amigurumi: A Festive Crochet Pattern

Add a touch of holiday magic to your home with this enchanting Christmas Dragonfly Amigurumi! Dressed in a cozy Santa hat and scarf, this sparkly little creature is the perfect festive friend. This detailed pattern will guide you through creating a charming decoration or a unique handmade gift that embodies the spirit of the season.

Bring Whimsy to Your Holidays with This Festive Crochet Dragonfly

Imagine this adorable dragonfly perched on your tree, adorning a mantel, or bringing smiles as a thoughtful present. Handcrafting this amigurumi allows you to infuse your holiday decor with personal charm and warmth. It’s a delightful project that combines the joy of crochet with the festive cheer of Christmas, creating a truly special keepsake.

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Crochet Pattern: Sparkling Christmas Dragonfly Amigurumi: A Festive Crochet Pattern

Materials

DK weight yarn in Red (main color)
DK weight yarn in Green (for scarf)
DK weight yarn in White (for hat trim/cuffs/mouth)
Sparkle Green metallic thread (to be held with red yarn)
3.25mm (D) crochet hook
6mm black safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Small piece of cardboard for pompom (optional)
Pre-made decorative dragonfly/fairy wings with glitter and pearl accents (approx. 10-12cm wide)
Fabric glue or sewing thread for wings

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
BLO: back loop only
FO: fasten off
st(s): stitch(es)
R: Round/Row

Instructions

Note: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round. Hold the Red DK yarn and Sparkle Green metallic thread together throughout the pattern for the body and arms.

Head (using Red DK yarn + Sparkle Green metallic thread)

R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc) x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5-R8: sc around (24) (4 rounds)
R9: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between R7 and R8, about 5-6 stitches apart. Embroider a small white smile between the eyes.
R10: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Start stuffing the head firmly.
R11: (dec) x6 (6)
Sl st, FO. Do not cut yarn if continuing directly to body.

Body/Abdomen (continue from Head with Red DK yarn + Sparkle Green metallic thread)

If you fastened off after the head, reattach yarn to the last round of the head (R11).
R12: (inc) x6 (12)
R13: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R14-R16: sc around (18) (3 rounds for torso)
R17: (4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
R18: sc around (15)
R19: (3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
R20: sc around (12)
R21: (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
R22: sc around (9)
R23: (sc, dec) x3 (6)
R24-R30: sc around (6) (7 rounds for tail)
Continue stuffing as you go, ensuring a firm, even shape.
R31: (dec) x3 (3)
FO, leave a long tail. Weave the tail through the remaining 3 stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in ends.

Arms (Make 2, using Red DK yarn + Sparkle Green metallic thread, then White DK yarn)

R1: 5 sc in MR (5)
R2-R5: sc around (5) (4 rounds)
Change to White DK yarn for the cuff.
R6: sc around (5)
Sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Stuff arms lightly. Attach arms to the sides of the body just below the head, around R15-R16 of the body.

Santa Hat (using Red DK yarn, then White DK yarn)

R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2: (sc, inc) x2 (6)
R3: sc around (6)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
R5: sc around (8)
R6: (3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
R7: sc around (10)
R8: (4 sc, inc) x2 (12)
R9: sc around (12)
R10: (5 sc, inc) x2 (14)
R11: sc around (14)
Change to White DK yarn for the brim.
R12: BLO sc around (14)
R13: sc around (14)
Sl st, FO, leave a long tail.
Create a small white pompom (approx. 1.5cm diameter) and attach it to the tip of the hat. Gently stuff the hat and sew it onto the top of the dragonfly’s head.

Scarf (using Green DK yarn)

Ch 26.
R1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (25)
R2: ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
FO, weave in ends.
Tie the scarf around the dragonfly’s neck.

Assembly of Wings

Carefully attach the pre-made decorative wings to the back of the dragonfly, just behind the head/torso area. You can use fabric glue for a strong hold or stitch them securely with a tapestry needle and matching thread. Position them to fan out nicely as shown in the image.

Your Sparkling Christmas Dragonfly Amigurumi is now complete!