Crochet Tutorial: Striped Dinosaur with Floral Details – Free Crochet Pattern

This sweet amigurumi dinosaur is designed as a collectible handmade dinosaur doll with striped overalls, tiny floral details, a crossbody satchel, garden sandals, and charming accessories. It has the look of a premium crochet dinosaur plush you might shop for as a nursery gift, shelf display piece, or handmade toy for spring decor.

The finished design is especially suited for makers who love detailed amigurumi patterns with clothing and accessories that look polished enough for a boutique stuffed animal, giftable crochet doll, or artisan nursery decor item. Every section below is written to help you recreate the exact character and styling shown in the photo.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Pattern Notes

This pattern is worked mainly in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker and move it up after every round.

The dinosaur in the photo has a large rounded head, long neck, seated body, slim arms, long forward-pointing legs, a curved tail, small rounded nostrils, a row of green spikes, blue-and-white striped overalls with embroidered flowers, brown sandals with one white flower accent, a small satchel, and optional garden accessories.

For the closest result, use a tight amigurumi tension. Stuff firmly but evenly. The head should be very full, the neck dense and supportive, and the body slightly softer so the doll sits naturally.

Skill Level

Intermediate

• Amigurumi shaping
• Color changes for stripes
• Simple embroidery
• Working in front loops and back loops
• Basic assembly and accessory making

Materials

• Sport or light DK cotton yarn in:
  • Mustard yellow for dinosaur body
  • Leaf green for spikes
  • Blue for overall trim and stripes
  • White for overall stripes and flower petals
  • Medium brown for satchel and sandals
  • Beige/tan for hat
  • Gray-beige for watering can
  • Terracotta/rust for flower pot
  • Dark green for succulent
  • Small amounts of pink, red, yellow, and green for floral embroidery
• 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm crochet hook
• 8 mm to 10 mm black safety eyes
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Small buttons for suspender straps
• Optional craft wire or a firm stuffing roll for extra neck stability

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = 2 sc in same stitch
• dec = invisible decrease
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• rep = repeat

Finished Size

Using the yarn weight and hook above, the finished dinosaur sits at approximately 11 to 13 inches tall from bottom to top of head, not including the tallest spike.

The body is intentionally seated and slightly forward, with the legs extended to the front just like the photo.

Color Planning for the Exact Look

• Main dinosaur body: mustard yellow
• Spikes: leaf green
• Overalls: alternating blue and white stripes, with blue edging
• Satchel and sandals: medium brown
• Hat: beige with blue ribbon
• Tiny floral embroidery on bib: white, pink, red, yellow, and green

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Main Dinosaur

Snout and Head

The head is the most important shaping section. It must become a broad rounded dinosaur head with a long bulbous snout.

Start in mustard yellow.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
7. Round 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
8. Round 8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
9. Round 9: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
10. Round 10: 8 sc, inc x6. (60)
11. Rounds 11-16: sc around. (60)

At this stage, the snout should already look long and rounded rather than spherical.

1. Round 17: 9 sc, inc x6. (66)
2. Round 18: 10 sc, inc x6. (72)
3. Rounds 19-23: sc around. (72)

Insert safety eyes between Rounds 18 and 19, about 18 stitches apart across the upper sides of the head. Place them slightly high, not centered, so the dinosaur gets the gentle upward expression seen in the photo.

1. Round 24: 10 sc, dec x6. (66)
2. Round 25: sc around. (66)
3. Round 26: 9 sc, dec x6. (60)
4. Round 27: sc around. (60)
5. Round 28: 8 sc, dec x6. (54)
6. Round 29: 7 sc, dec x6. (48)
7. Round 30: 6 sc, dec x6. (42)

Stuff the snout and front of head very firmly. Shape the cheeks and top as you stuff so the muzzle stays broad and smooth.

1. Round 31: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
2. Round 32: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)

The back of the head will connect into the neck. Keep stuffing.

Neck

1. Round 33: sc around. (30)
2. Round 34: sc around. (30)
3. Round 35: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
4. Rounds 36-42: sc around. (24)

Stuff the neck very firmly. Add a compact stuffing column or a light internal support if needed. The neck in the photo is long, straight, and stable.

Body

The body begins from the neck and grows into a seated pear shape. The lower body is wider than the chest.

1. Round 43: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
2. Round 44: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
3. Round 45: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
4. Round 46: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
5. Round 47: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
6. Rounds 48-54: sc around. (54)

The torso should look softly rounded and slightly forward at the front.

1. Round 55: 7 sc, dec x6. (48)
2. Round 56: sc around. (48)
3. Round 57: 6 sc, dec x6. (42)
4. Round 58: sc around. (42)

Stuff the body firmly at the chest and upper belly, but slightly less firmly at the very bottom so the doll can sit better.

1. Round 59: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
2. Round 60: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
3. Round 61: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)

Flatten the opening. Sew closed later after attaching tail if you prefer. The bottom will be shaped by the seated legs and tail, so do not overstuff the final rounds.

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Arms Make 2

The arms are slim tubes with a gentle taper. They hang low at the sides and stop above the hips.

In mustard yellow:

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Rounds 3-5: sc around. (12)
4. Round 6: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec. (10)
5. Rounds 7-19: sc around. (10)
6. Round 20: flatten and sc through both sides across 5 sts to close.

Stuff only the lower half lightly. Leave the upper arm flatter so it sits close to the body.

Legs Make 2

The legs are long and lightly bent. They extend forward while the dinosaur sits.

In mustard yellow:

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Rounds 5-7: sc around. (24)
6. Round 8: 6 sc, dec x6, 6 sc. (18)
7. Rounds 9-24: sc around. (18)
8. Round 25: flatten top opening and sc through both layers across 9 sts.

Stuff firmly in the foot area and medium-firm in the leg shaft. Before closing, bend slightly so the foot angles outward and forward.

Tail

The tail is medium length, broad at the base, narrowing to a soft point, and curving left in the photo.

In mustard yellow:

1. Round 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. Round 2: inc x4. (8)
3. Round 3: sc around. (8)
4. Round 4: 1 sc, inc x4. (12)
5. Round 5: sc around. (12)
6. Round 6: 2 sc, inc x4. (16)
7. Rounds 7-10: sc around. (16)
8. Round 11: 3 sc, inc x4. (20)
9. Rounds 12-14: sc around. (20)

Stuff lightly, heavier near the base. Flatten the open end for sewing. Curve slightly as you stuff so it rests naturally beside the body.

Back Spikes

Make 5 spikes in leaf green. Two are on the head, one smaller one behind them, and two continue down the back and tail area.

Large spike make 2:

1. Round 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. Round 2: sc around. (4)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x2. (6)
4. Round 4: sc around. (6)
5. Round 5: 2 sc, inc x2. (8)
6. Round 6: sc around. (8)
7. Round 7: 3 sc, inc x2. (10)
8. Round 8: sc around. (10)

Stuff very lightly.

Medium spike make 2:

1. Round 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. Round 2: sc around. (4)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x2. (6)
4. Round 4: sc around. (6)
5. Round 5: 2 sc, inc x2. (8)
6. Round 6: sc around. (8)

Small spike make 1:

1. Round 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. Round 2: sc around. (4)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x2. (6)
4. Round 4: sc around. (6)

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Nostrils Make 2

These are tiny raised oval bumps stitched onto the side of the snout.

In mustard yellow:

1. Round 1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
2. Round 2: sc around. (5)

Fasten off leaving a tail. Stuff with a pinch of filling or leave flat for a subtler bump.

Overalls

The overalls are crucial for the exact look. They are short-legged, striped, and fit snugly over the seated body.

Use blue and white stripes. Change color every 2 rounds for the cleanest result.

Start with first leg in blue.

Overall Shorts Leg 1

1. Round 1: 24 sc around the base of one dinosaur leg in FLO only, join. (24)
2. Round 2: sc around in blue. (24)
3. Round 3: switch to white, sc around. (24)
4. Round 4: sc around in white. (24)
5. Round 5: switch to blue, sc around. (24)
6. Round 6: sc around in blue. (24)

Fasten off.

Overall Shorts Leg 2

Repeat for second leg but do not fasten off.

Join Legs for Bibbed Shorts

1. Round 7: ch 4, join to first leg, 24 sc around first leg, 4 sc across chain, 24 sc around second leg, 4 sc across other side of chain. (56)
2. Round 8: sc around. (56)
3. Round 9: switch to white, sc around. (56)
4. Round 10: sc around in white. (56)
5. Round 11: switch to blue, sc around. (56)
6. Round 12: sc around in blue. (56)
7. Round 13: switch to white, sc around. (56)
8. Round 14: sc around in white. (56)
9. Round 15: switch to blue, sc around. (56)

Try the piece on the body. The lower edge should hug the thighs and seat area.

1. Round 16: 12 sc, dec, 26 sc, dec, 14 sc. (54)
2. Round 17: sc around in blue. (54)

Fasten off if needed and position on body. Sew neatly along the back and lower side edges.

Bib Front

With blue, count 16 centered front stitches on the overall top edge.

1. Row 1: Attach blue, sc 16. ch 1, turn. (16)
2. Row 2: sc across. (16)
3. Row 3: sc across. (16)
4. Row 4: dec, 12 sc, dec. ch 1, turn. (14)
5. Row 5: sc across. (14)
6. Row 6: dec, 10 sc, dec. ch 1, turn. (12)
7. Rows 7-9: sc across. (12)

Edge the bib with 1 round of blue sc if needed for a crisp finish.

Back Panel

With blue, work across 14 centered back stitches.

1. Row 1: sc 14. ch 1, turn. (14)
2. Rows 2-5: sc across. (14)

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Straps Make 2

In blue:

1. Ch 18.
2. Row 1: starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 17. ch 1, turn. (17)
3. Row 2: sc across. (17)

Sew one end of each strap to the back panel. Bring over shoulders and sew buttons to the bib front. Stitch strap ends under the buttons or make them functional if you prefer.

Blue Edge Around Armholes and Top

Using blue, work a neat round of sc around the top edge of the overalls, armholes, side openings, bib, and back panel for the polished outline seen in the image.

Floral Embroidery on Bib

The floral details are tiny and delicate, not heavy.

• Use green straight stitches for stems.
• Add lazy-daisy petals in white and pale pink.
• Add French knot style centers or wrapped knots in yellow.
• Add one or two tiny red buds.
• Keep embroidery centered on the bib, spreading slightly toward both sides.

Do not overfill the bib. The photo shows a scattered embroidered garden motif, not a dense bouquet.

Sandals Make 2

The sandals are brown with a sole and front/ankle bands. One sandal has a tiny white flower accent.

In brown:

Sole

1. Ch 9.
2. Round 1: starting in 2nd ch from hook, 7 sc, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side, 6 sc, inc in last. (18)
3. Round 2: inc, 6 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc, 2 inc. (24)
4. Round 3: 1 sc, inc, 6 sc, 1 sc, inc x3, 1 sc, 6 sc, 1 sc, inc x2. (30)

Make 2 soles for each sandal and crochet or sew them together lightly for more thickness if desired.

Upper Foot Band

1. Attach yarn across the front third of the sole.
2. Row 1: sc 8. ch 1, turn. (8)
3. Rows 2-4: sc across. (8)

Ankle Strap

1. Attach yarn at outer side of sole near ankle.
2. Ch 16, sl st back to starting side or sew in place after wrapping around ankle.

Fit each sandal snugly onto the dinosaur foot and tack in place with a few hidden stitches.

Flower Accent Make 1

In white:

1. In MR work: 5 times [ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st in ring].
2. Pull closed and sew to the outer side of one sandal.
3. Add a tiny yellow center knot if desired.

Crossbody Satchel

The satchel is small, rounded, and worn across the chest with a long strap.

In medium brown:

Bag Body

1. Ch 7.
2. Round 1: starting in 2nd ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 4 sc on opposite side, inc in last. (14)
3. Round 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rounds 3-8: sc around. (20)

Fasten off one panel. Make a second identical panel.

Place wrong sides together and sc or sew around sides and bottom, leaving top open.

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Flap

1. Attach yarn at back top edge across 10 stitches.
2. Row 1: sc 10. ch 1, turn. (10)
3. Row 2: dec, 6 sc, dec. (8)
4. Row 3: sc across. (8)
5. Row 4: dec, 4 sc, dec. (6)
6. Row 5: sc across. (6)
7. Row 6: dec, 2 sc, dec. (4)

Edge flap with slip stitches if needed.

Strap

1. Ch 55 to 65, depending on your yarn and finished scale.
2. Row 1: starting in 2nd ch, sl st or sc across for a neat narrow strap.

Sew each strap end securely to the bag. Position the satchel diagonally from dinosaur shoulder to opposite hip exactly as shown.

Add a few embroidery stitches on the flap to mimic the leaf-like motif visible in the photo.

Sun Hat

This accessory sits beside the dinosaur in the image. It is a shallow-brim hat in beige with a blue ribbon band and tiny side ties.

In beige:

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
7. Round 7: BLO sc around. (36)
8. Rounds 8-12: sc around. (36)
9. Round 13: FLO, 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
10. Round 14: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
11. Round 15: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
12. Round 16: sc around. (54)
13. Round 17: 8 sc, inc x6. (60)
14. Round 18: sc around. (60)

Fasten off.

With blue, embroider or surface crochet a ribbon band around the crown at Round 7. Add a short blue tie bow at one side.

Watering Can

This accessory is tiny and decorative. It does not need to open.

In gray-beige:

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Rounds 3-6: sc around. (12)
4. Round 7: BLO sc around. (12)
5. Round 8: sc around. (12)
6. Round 9: 4 sc, dec x2, 4 sc. (10)
7. Round 10: sc around. (10)

Stuff lightly and close opening.

Spout:

1. Ch 7.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st 6.

Sew to front side angled upward.

Handle:

1. Ch 10.
2. Sew as a curved arc from upper back to lower back.

Top opening ring:

1. Ch 4, join into a ring, sew on top.

Succulent in Pot

Pot

In terracotta:

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: BLO sc around. (18)
5. Rounds 5-8: sc around. (18)
6. Round 9: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
7. Round 10: sc around. (24)

Lightly stuff or insert a small base.

Succulent Leaves

In dark green, make 5 to 7 leaves.

1. Ch 6.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st.

Sew leaves together in a rosette and attach into the pot.

Assembly Order

1. Sew nostrils to snout.
2. Sew spikes to top of head, back of head, upper back, and tail base area.
3. Sew arms to body sides just below neck.
4. Sew legs to lower front body in a seated angle.
5. Sew tail to back lower body so it helps balance the seated pose.
6. Dress dinosaur in overalls.
7. Add straps and buttons.
8. Attach sandals.
9. Add satchel.
10. Style accessories around the doll.

Exact Placement Guide

Eyes

Place the eyes slightly above the midpoint of the head height, about 18 stitches apart. Angle them a little toward the outer sides for the gentle, calm expression shown.

Nostrils

Sew each nostril bump on the side-front of the snout, a few rounds back from the tip. They should sit symmetrically and slightly upward, not underneath.

Spikes

• Two large spikes on top of the head
• One small spike behind them
• One medium spike down the upper back
• One medium spike near tail start

Keep them in a soft curved line. The head spikes should be the tallest.

Arms

Sew flat at the shoulder line, angled slightly forward so they rest close to the bib and side body.

Legs

Attach broadly to the front lower body. The legs should extend outward and forward, helping the dinosaur sit exactly like the photo.

Tail

Attach low on the back. Angle left or right so it supports the seated pose without lifting the body too much.

How to Achieve the Same Seated Shape

The seated profile is a major part of the character. Do not attach the legs straight downward like a standing toy.

• Flatten the top of each leg before sewing.
• Sew the legs across the lower front of the body, slightly spread apart.
• Pull the upper leg seam close to the belly.
• Let the feet project forward.
• Use the tail as a rear balance point.

After sewing, press the body gently onto a flat surface. Adjust the tail and leg angle until the doll sits securely on its own.

Floral Bib Styling

The floral section should look embroidered, not crocheted separately. Keep it delicate.

• Make 3 to 5 tiny flowers total.
• Use white petals for the most visible bloom.
• Add tiny pink and red buds.
• Use green straight stitches for stems and small leaves.
• Scatter them across the center of the bib.

The embroidery should remain visible without covering the stripes.

Proportion Check While Working

• Head should be the largest element by far.
• Snout should be long and rounded, not short.
• Neck should be tall and narrow.
• Body should be smaller than the head and pear-shaped.
• Legs should be longer than arms.
• Spikes should be small and soft, not sharp.
• Overalls should fit snugly with a neat bib.
• Satchel should rest at hip level.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Once all pieces are attached, shape the head with your hands to smooth the snout and cheeks. Check that the eyes are even, the nostrils are balanced, and the spikes align in a centered curve. If needed, add a tiny stitch at the neck base to keep the head angle slightly forward and natural.

Care Notes

Display pieces with accessories are best kept as decorative items. Avoid rough pulling on straps, flower embroidery, and tiny accessories. If giving to a child, embroider the eyes instead of using safety eyes and secure every sewn piece with extra knots.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head fully stuffed and smooth
• Neck firm and supportive
• Legs attached in seated angle
• Tail balances the body
• Overalls centered and snug
• Floral embroidery light and tidy
• Sandals secure
• Satchel strap lies diagonally across chest
• Accessories match the final styling

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Spot clean gently with a soft cloth and mild soap. Do not soak pieces with buttons or heavily stuffed shaping unless absolutely necessary. Dry flat, reshape by hand, and keep out of long direct sunlight to preserve color and structure. Store accessories together so small decorative pieces are not lost.