Crochet Tutorial: Pink Dragon in Blue Flower Garden Dress – Free Crochet Pattern.

This cheerful pink dragon crochet doll wears a bright blue flower garden dress with layered blossoms, green leaves, a tiny crossbody bag, beach-style sandals, and a matching blue-and-green sun hat placed beside her. The dragon has a long neck, rounded snout, big blue-rimmed eyes with lashes, soft wings, a curved tail, and a sunflower hair accessory for a sweet garden look.

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Finished Size

Using the yarn and hook suggested below, the finished dragon is about 9.5 inches tall from feet to the top of the head, about 6 inches long from snout to tail tip, and about 7 inches wide across the wings. The hat is about 3 inches wide across the brim.

Skill Level

This pattern is best for adventurous beginners to intermediate crocheters. The doll uses basic amigurumi shaping, color changes, small appliques, sewing, embroidery, and layered decorative pieces. Work slowly, count every round, and pin all pieces before sewing for the best result.

Materials

• Yarn weight: Sport or light worsted cotton or cotton-blend yarn.
• Main dragon color: bright raspberry pink.
• Belly and tail underside: pale blush pink.
• Dress color: turquoise blue.
• Skirt flower color: medium blue and light blue.
• Leaf and trim color: spring green.
• Sandal sole color: oatmeal beige.
• Eye ring color: white and sky blue.
• Flower accessory: yellow, brown, and green.
• Details: black embroidery thread for lashes and mouth, tiny white thread for eye sparkle.
• Hook: 2.75 mm or 3.0 mm crochet hook.
• Safety eyes: two 14 mm glossy black safety eyes, or crocheted black eye centers if making for a small child.
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill.
• Other supplies: yarn needle, stitch markers, sewing pins, scissors, small 9 mm wooden button for the bag, optional wire brush for soft eyelashes.

Abbreviations Used

• MR: magic ring
• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• tr: treble crochet
• inc: 2 sc in the same stitch
• dec: invisible single crochet decrease
• BLO: back loop only
• FLO: front loop only
• st: stitch
• sts: stitches
• Rnd: round
• Row: row
• FO: fasten off

Gauge and Texture

Exact gauge is not critical for amigurumi, but the fabric must be firm enough that stuffing does not show through. A good guide is 7 sc and 7 rounds measuring about 1 inch. If your stitches are loose, go down a hook size.

The pictured dragon has dense, rounded crochet stitches with visible texture. Do not overstuff the snout, arms, or wings. The head, body, neck, and feet should be firmly stuffed so the dragon can stand upright with support from the tail.

Important Pattern Notes

• Work most amigurumi pieces in continuous spiral rounds unless the pattern says to join.
• Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round.
• Stuff gradually as you crochet, especially the head, body, neck, and legs.
• For the cleanest finish, use invisible decreases on visible amigurumi pieces.
• Pin the head, wings, arms, dress, bag, and tail before sewing.
• The dragon is designed with a long upright neck, so sew the neck strongly to the body and head.

Color Guide

• Color A: raspberry pink for dragon body, head, snout, neck, arms, legs, wings, and tail.
• Color B: pale blush pink for belly panel, tail underside, neck ridge, and small back spikes.
• Color C: turquoise blue for dress, hat crown, bag, and sandal straps.
• Color D: spring green for dress edging, hat band, straps, vines, leaves, and sandal trim.
• Color E: medium blue for flowers.
• Color F: light blue for flower centers and accent flowers.
• Color G: yellow for sunflower petals.
• Color H: brown for sunflower center.
• Color I: oatmeal beige for sandal soles.

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Main Body

The body is a rounded pear shape hidden partly under the blue garden dress. The top is narrow where the long neck joins, while the lower body is full enough to support the skirt.

Body Base in Color A

1. Rnd 1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc; repeat around. 36 sts.
7. Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc; repeat around. 42 sts.
8. Rnd 8: Sc 6, inc; repeat around. 48 sts.
9. Rnd 9: Sc around. 48 sts.
10. Rnd 10: Sc 7, inc; repeat around. 54 sts.
11. Rnds 11-15: Sc around. 54 sts.
12. Rnd 16: Sc 7, dec; repeat around. 48 sts.
13. Rnd 17: Sc around. 48 sts.
14. Rnd 18: Sc 6, dec; repeat around. 42 sts.
15. Rnd 19: Sc around. 42 sts.
16. Rnd 20: Sc 5, dec; repeat around. 36 sts.
17. Rnd 21: Sc around. 36 sts.
18. Rnd 22: Sc 4, dec; repeat around. 30 sts.
19. Rnd 23: Sc around. 30 sts.
20. Rnd 24: Sc 3, dec; repeat around. 24 sts.
21. Rnd 25: Sc around. 24 sts.
22. Rnd 26: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.

Stuff the body firmly, shaping it into a rounded lower belly with a narrower upper chest. FO with a long tail. Do not close the opening completely yet. The neck will be sewn over this opening later.

Pale Belly Patch in Color B

The pale belly is visible below the dress as a soft oval patch at the lower front.

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side of chain: sc 4, inc in last st. 14 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Inc, sc 4, inc in next 3 sts, sc 4, inc in next 2 sts. 20 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc, sc 4, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc, sc 4, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc. 28 sts.
5. Rnd 4: Sc around. 28 sts.

FO and leave a sewing tail. Sew the patch to the lower front of the body, starting just below where the dress skirt will sit. Use small neat stitches and keep the oval flat.

Long Neck

The dragon in the picture has a tall, slim, upright neck. Crochet firmly and stuff as you go, but do not overstuff or the neck may curve too much.

1. Rnd 1: With Color A, make 8 sc in MR. 8 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 16 sts.
4. Rnds 4-18: Sc around. 16 sts.
5. Rnd 19: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 20 sts.
6. Rnd 20: Sc around. 20 sts.
7. Rnd 21: Sc 4, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
8. Rnd 22: Sc around. 24 sts.

Stuff the neck firmly enough to stand straight. FO with a long sewing tail. Sew the wider end to the body opening. Angle the neck slightly forward so the head and snout balance over the body.

Soft Pink Neck Ridge in Color B

The pictured dragon has a pale pink decorative ridge running down the back of the neck.

1. Ch 24.
2. Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc in each ch across. 23 sts.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first st, sc in next st, hdc in next st, sc in next st; repeat this small wave pattern to the end.

FO with a long tail. Sew the ridge from the back of the head area down the back of the neck. Let the little waves stand slightly raised instead of flattening them completely.

Head and Long Snout

The head is rounded at the back with a long soft snout pointing forward. The large eyes sit high on the face, close together, with blue and white crocheted rings around glossy black centers.

Head in Color A

1. Rnd 1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc; repeat around. 36 sts.
7. Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc; repeat around. 42 sts.
8. Rnds 8-13: Sc around. 42 sts.
9. Rnd 14: Sc 5, dec; repeat around. 36 sts.
10. Rnd 15: Sc around. 36 sts.
11. Rnd 16: Sc 4, dec; repeat around. 30 sts.
12. Rnd 17: Sc around. 30 sts.
13. Rnd 18: Sc 3, dec; repeat around. 24 sts.
14. Rnd 19: Sc 2, dec; repeat around. 18 sts.

Stuff the head firmly, especially the back and top. Leave the opening for sewing to the neck. FO with a long tail.

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Snout in Color A

1. Rnd 1: Ch 7. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side of chain: sc 4, inc in last st. 14 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc, sc 4, inc in next 3 sts, sc 4, inc in next 2 sts. 20 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc, sc 5, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc, sc 5, sc 1, inc. 28 sts.
4. Rnds 4-6: Sc around. 28 sts.
5. Rnd 7: Sc 5, dec; repeat around. 24 sts.
6. Rnd 8: Sc around. 24 sts.
7. Rnd 9: Sc 4, dec; repeat around. 20 sts.
8. Rnd 10: Sc around. 20 sts.

Stuff the snout lightly. Flatten the open end slightly into an oval. Sew it to the lower front of the head, centered between rounds 11 and 18 of the head. The snout should project forward and point slightly downward.

Nostrils and Smile

• Use black embroidery thread to make two small nostrils on the top front of the snout.
• Each nostril is one short vertical stitch placed about 3 stitches apart.
• Add a tiny curved smile under the snout with one loose black backstitch.
• Do not pull the embroidery too tightly, or the snout will pucker.

Large Blue-Rimmed Eyes

The eyes are one of the most important details. They should be large, round, shiny, and placed high on the face. The blue rims make the dragon look playful and match the dress.

White Eye Bases, Make 2

1. Rnd 1: With white yarn, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.

FO and leave a sewing tail. Insert one 14 mm black safety eye into the center of each white circle. Do not attach the washer until you are happy with placement.

Sky Blue Eye Rims, Make 2

1. With sky blue yarn, ch 20.
2. Join with sl st to form a ring, being careful not to twist.
3. Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in each ch around. 20 sts.
4. Rnd 2: Sc around. 20 sts.

FO and leave a long tail. Place the blue ring around the white eye base and sew it neatly around the edge. The rim should sit slightly raised like a soft frame.

Eye Placement

• Place the eyes on the upper front of the head, just above the snout.
• Keep the eyes close together with only about 1 stitch of space between the blue rims.
• The bottom of each eye should touch or slightly overlap the top of the snout.
• Sew the eyes securely before closing the head to the neck.

Eyelashes

Using black embroidery thread or very thin black yarn, add three long lashes to the outer top side of each eye. Each lash should be about 0.5 inch long and curve upward. For the dramatic look in the picture, make the lashes on the dragon’s right eye slightly fuller.

Head Curls and Small Spikes

The dragon has small playful pink curls and pale pink bumps near the top of the head. These details give the face a handmade character and help frame the sunflower.

Pink Head Curl in Color A

1. Ch 14.
2. Work 3 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across.
3. The chain will curl naturally.

FO and sew the curl to the top front of the head, just behind the eyes.

Pale Pink Head Bumps, Make 3

1. Rnd 1: With Color B, make 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 10 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc around. 10 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Dec around. 5 sts.

FO and close each bump. Sew the three bumps along the upper back of the head in a short row.

Arms

The arms are slim, pink, and slightly curved forward over the dress. They sit on the upper body, just below the neck opening.

Arms in Color A, Make 2

1. Rnd 1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 9 sts.
3. Rnds 3-5: Sc around. 9 sts.
4. Rnd 6: Sc 1, dec; repeat around. 6 sts.
5. Rnds 7-17: Sc around. 6 sts.

Stuff only the lower half of each arm lightly. Flatten the top opening and sc through both layers with 3 sc. FO with a long tail. Sew the arms to the sides of the body at rounds 22-24, angled forward so they rest over the blue dress.

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Small Thumb Detail, Make 2

1. With Color A, ch 4.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st 3.

Sew one tiny thumb to the inner side of each arm near the rounded end. This small detail makes the hands look like the picture without adding bulk.

Legs and Feet

The dragon has short pink legs and rounded feet. The sandals are added separately in beige, blue, and green, creating the cute summer look seen in the image.

Legs in Color A, Make 2

1. Rnd 1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 15 sts.
4. Rnds 4-8: Sc around. 15 sts.

Stuff the legs firmly. FO with long tails. Sew the legs to the bottom front of the body, about 5 stitches apart, so the feet will point forward under the dress.

Feet in Color A, Make 2

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side: sc 4, inc in last st. 14 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Inc, sc 4, inc in next 3 sts, sc 4, inc in next 2 sts. 20 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Sc around. 20 sts.
5. Rnd 4: Sc 6, dec, sc 2, dec, sc 6, dec. 17 sts.
6. Rnd 5: Sc 5, dec, sc 1, dec, sc 5, dec. 14 sts.
7. Rnd 6: Sc around. 14 sts.

Stuff each foot lightly and sew one foot to the bottom of each leg. Position the feet slightly outward for a stable pose.

Sandals

The sandals have beige soles, turquoise straps, and green edging. They should look like little summer garden sandals, visible below the blue dress.

Beige Soles, Make 2

1. With Color I, ch 8.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side: sc 5, inc in last st. 16 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Inc, sc 5, inc in next 3 sts, sc 5, inc in next 2 sts. 22 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Sc around. 22 sts.

FO and weave in the end. Place one sole under each foot and sew it around the outer edge.

Blue Toe Straps, Make 2

1. With Color C, ch 9.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 8.

Sew one strap across the front of each foot. Attach the ends to the beige sole on both sides.

Green Ankle Straps, Make 2

1. With Color D, ch 13.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st 12.

Wrap one strap around the ankle area of each foot and sew the ends together at the back. Keep the fit snug but not tight.

Tail

The tail is long, pink, and curves behind the dragon. It supports the doll visually and balances the tall neck. A pale pink underside gives it the soft striped look from the image.

Main Tail in Color A

1. Rnd 1: Make 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Sc around. 5 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 4, inc. 6 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Sc around. 6 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Sc 5, inc. 7 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Sc around. 7 sts.
7. Rnd 7: Sc 6, inc. 8 sts.
8. Rnd 8: Sc around. 8 sts.
9. Rnd 9: Sc 7, inc. 9 sts.
10. Rnd 10: Sc around. 9 sts.
11. Rnd 11: Sc 8, inc. 10 sts.
12. Rnd 12: Sc around. 10 sts.
13. Rnd 13: Sc 9, inc. 11 sts.
14. Rnd 14: Sc around. 11 sts.
15. Rnd 15: Sc 10, inc. 12 sts.
16. Rnds 16-24: Sc around. 12 sts.
17. Rnd 25: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 15 sts.
18. Rnd 26: Sc around. 15 sts.

Stuff the tail lightly at the tip and more firmly near the base. FO with a long tail. Sew the base to the lower back of the body. Curve the tail to the dragon’s left side and tack it lightly to the table-facing side of one leg if needed.

Pale Tail Underside in Color B

1. Ch 25.
2. Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 24.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc 24.

FO with a long tail. Sew this narrow strip along the underside of the tail from the base toward the tip. Stop before the very end so the pink tail tip remains visible.

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Wings

The wings are bright pink and sit on the back, slightly spread open. Each wing has a simple triangular membrane with a raised outer edge. They should be firm enough to hold their shape but still soft.

Wing Membranes in Color A, Make 2

1. Row 1: Ch 4, sc in second ch from hook and across. 3 sts.
2. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, inc, sc 1, inc. 5 sts.
3. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 5 sts.
4. Row 4: Ch 1, turn, inc, sc 3, inc. 7 sts.
5. Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 7 sts.
6. Row 6: Ch 1, turn, inc, sc 5, inc. 9 sts.
7. Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 9 sts.
8. Row 8: Ch 1, turn, inc, sc 7, inc. 11 sts.
9. Row 9: Ch 1, turn, sc across. 11 sts.
10. Row 10: Ch 1, turn, sc 3, hdc 3, sc 5. 11 sts.

Do not turn after Row 10. Crochet a border around the wing: sc evenly along the side, 3 sc in the bottom point, sc evenly along the other side, and sc across the top. FO with a long tail.

Wing Outer Rib, Make 2

1. With Color A, ch 18.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 17.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc 17.

Sew one rib along the top and outer side of each wing. Pin the wings to the dragon’s back at a slight upward angle. Sew the inner edges securely between body rounds 16 and 23, just behind the arms.

Blue Garden Dress

The dress is a fitted turquoise bodice with a full flower-covered skirt. The bodice sits high on the chest, while the skirt flares outward over the lower body. Green edging and straps match the hat, bag, and sandals.

Dress Bodice in Color C

The bodice is crocheted directly around the body after the body is finished. Hold the dragon upside down and attach yarn around body round 20, slightly below the arms.

1. Rnd 1: Join Color C at the center back. Ch 1, sc evenly around the body, placing 42 sc total. Join with sl st. 42 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc around. Join. 42 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc 5, dec; repeat around. Join. 36 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc around. Join. 36 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc 4, dec; repeat around. Join. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc around. Join. 30 sts.
7. Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc 3, dec; repeat around. Join. 24 sts.
8. Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc around. Join. 24 sts.

FO and weave in the end. The top edge should sit under the arms and just below the base of the neck.

Green Bodice Trim in Color D

1. Join Color D at the top back edge of the bodice.
2. Sl st around the entire top edge.
3. Join, FO, and weave in the end.

Repeat this around the lower edge of the bodice where the skirt begins. This creates the clean green outline visible in the picture.

Shoulder Straps in Color D, Make 2

1. Ch 15.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st 14.

Sew one strap from the front top edge of the bodice, over the shoulder, to the back top edge. Repeat on the other side. The straps should cross slightly over the rounded shoulder area without covering the arms.

Full Skirt in Color C

Attach Color C to the lower front loop area of the bodice around round 1 of the dress. Work the skirt downward.

1. Rnd 1: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join. 84 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. 84 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Ch 2, hdc 6, 2 hdc in next st; repeat around. Join. 96 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. 96 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Ch 2, hdc 7, 2 hdc in next st; repeat around. Join. 108 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc around. Join. 108 sts.

The skirt should flare outward and cover most of the lower body. Do not make it too long; the pale belly patch and sandals should still be visible below the hem.

Green Scalloped Hem in Color D

1. Join Color D at the back of the skirt hem.
2. Ch 1, sc in first st.
3. Skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sc in next st.
4. Repeat the shell pattern around the entire hem.
5. Join with sl st and FO.

This green scalloped hem creates the leafy garden edge at the bottom of the dress.

Layered Blue Flowers on the Skirt

The skirt has many raised blue flowers covering the front and sides. Make a mixture of medium and light blue flowers. Sew them close together but leave small spaces so the turquoise skirt still shows.

Large Five-Petal Flowers, Make 7

1. With Color F, make 5 sc in MR. Join with sl st.
2. Change to Color E.
3. Ch 2, 2 dc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st.
4. Repeat the petal sequence in each of the remaining 4 sts.
5. FO with a long tail.

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Sew five large flowers across the front of the skirt and one on each side. Keep the petals slightly lifted for a textured garden look.

Small Four-Petal Flowers, Make 6

1. With Color E or Color F, make 4 sc in MR. Join.
2. Ch 2, dc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st.
3. Repeat in each of the remaining 3 sts.
4. FO with a long tail.

Sew the small flowers between the large flowers, especially near the lower hem. Alternate medium blue and light blue for a natural scattered look.

Yellow Flower Centers

• Use yellow yarn to make one small French knot or straight stitch in the center of each blue flower.
• Do not make the center too large; it should look like a tiny dot.
• For a softer look, use pale yellow embroidery thread instead of full yarn.

Green Leaves and Vines

The image shows green leaves tucked between the blue flowers. These small leaves make the skirt look like a wearable garden.

Leaves in Color D, Make 14

1. Ch 6.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st 1, sc 1, hdc 1, dc 1, 5 dc in last ch.
3. Work on the opposite side of the chain: dc 1, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 1.

FO with a long tail. Sew leaves around the flowers, pointing some upward and some downward. Place several leaves along the hem so the green edging looks leafy and full.

Vine Stitches

• Use Color D and a yarn needle to stitch short curved vines between flowers.
• Make each vine about 1 inch long.
• Add tiny straight stitches branching from the vine to look like stems.
• Keep the vines light so they do not cover the blue skirt.

Crossbody Garden Bag

The small turquoise bag sits on the front of the dress. It has a green flap, a button, and a thin green strap crossing from one shoulder to the opposite hip.

Bag Body in Color C

1. Ch 9.
2. Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 8. 8 sts.
3. Rows 2-8: Ch 1, turn, sc 8. 8 sts.
4. Do not FO. Ch 1 and sc evenly around the rectangle, placing 3 sc in each corner.

FO and leave a long tail. This rectangle is the front of the bag.

Green Bag Flap in Color D

1. Ch 9.
2. Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 8. 8 sts.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 4, dec. 6 sts.
4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 2, dec. 4 sts.
5. Row 4: Ch 1, turn, dec twice. 2 sts.

FO with a long tail. Sew the wide edge of the flap to the top of the bag body. Sew a small wooden button to the lower center of the flap.

Bag Strap in Color D

1. Ch 46.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st in each ch across. 45 sts.

Sew one end of the strap to the upper left corner of the bag and the other end to the upper right corner. Place the strap across the dragon from one shoulder to the opposite side. Tack the strap lightly at the back shoulder so it stays in place.

Sunflower Hair Accessory

The sunflower sits on the side of the head near the top, just like a cheerful garden hair clip. It has a brown center, yellow petals, and one green leaf.

Brown Center in Color H

1. Rnd 1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.

FO and weave in the end.

Yellow Petals in Color G

Join Color G to any stitch of the brown center.

1. Ch 3, dc in same st, ch 3, sl st in same st.
2. Sl st in next st.
3. Repeat the petal sequence around the center until you have 12 to 14 petals.
4. FO with a long tail.

Green Leaf for Sunflower

1. With Color D, ch 7.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st 1, sc 1, hdc 1, dc 1, hdc 1, 3 sc in last ch.
3. Work on opposite side: hdc 1, dc 1, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 1.

Sew the leaf behind the flower. Sew the sunflower to the dragon’s left side of the head, slightly above and behind the eye. Angle it outward so the petals are visible from the front.

Blue and Green Sun Hat

The hat is a separate accessory placed beside the dragon in the image. It has a flat blue crown, a green band, a wide brim, and small blue decorative stitches around the side.

Hat Crown in Color C

1. Rnd 1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc; repeat around. 36 sts.
7. Rnd 7: BLO sc around. 36 sts.
8. Rnds 8-12: Sc around. 36 sts.

Do not stuff the hat. The crown should sit flat with soft sides.

Green Hat Band in Color D

1. Join Color D at the side of the crown around Rnd 11.
2. Sl st around the crown in a straight line. Join and FO.
3. Join Color D again around Rnd 12 and sc around. Join and FO.

Hat Brim

1. Join Color C to the front loops left from Rnd 7.
2. Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc around. 36 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Sc 2, inc; repeat around. 48 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Sc 3, inc; repeat around. 60 sts.
5. Rnd 4: Sc around. 60 sts.
6. Change to Color D.
7. Rnd 5: Sc around. 60 sts.
8. Change to Color C.
9. Rnd 6: Sc around. 60 sts.

FO and weave in all ends. Shape the brim with your fingers so it flares out evenly.

Hat Side Stitches

• Use light blue thread or yarn to embroider four short horizontal stitches on the hat side.
• Place them evenly around the crown below the green band.
• Keep each stitch about 3 crochet stitches wide.

Tiny Ladybugs

The picture includes two tiny ladybugs beside the hat. These are optional but they complete the garden scene beautifully.

Ladybug Body, Make 2

1. With red yarn, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc around. 12 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Dec around. 6 sts.

Stuff with a tiny pinch of fiberfill. FO and close the opening.

Ladybug Head and Spots

• Use black yarn to make a small semicircle at one end of the red body.
• Embroider a black line down the center back.
• Add three small black knots on each side for spots.
• Add tiny white eye dots if desired.

Back Spikes

Add small pale pink spikes along the back of the head, neck, and upper tail. The spikes should be soft and rounded, not sharp.

Small Spikes in Color B, Make 8

1. Rnd 1: Make 4 sc in MR. 4 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Sc around. 4 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc; repeat around. 6 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Sc around. 6 sts.

FO with long tails. Sew three spikes behind the head, three down the neck, and two near the base of the tail. Keep them aligned with the pale neck ridge.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

1. Sew the neck firmly to the body first. The neck should rise straight up and lean very slightly forward.
2. Sew the head to the top of the neck. Add extra stitches at the back and front so the head does not wobble.
3. Sew the snout to the head if you have not already attached it. Shape it into a soft oval with your fingers.
4. Attach both eyes high on the face and close together. Add lashes with black thread.
5. Sew the arms to the upper sides of the body, angled forward over the dress.
6. Sew the legs and feet under the body, then attach the sandals.
7. Sew the tail to the lower back and curve it to one side.
8. Sew the wings to the back behind the arms. Angle them outward so they are visible from the front.
9. Add the dress flowers, leaves, vines, bag, sunflower, and head details last.

Take time during assembly. The final look depends on placement more than speed. Pinning each piece before sewing helps you keep the same cute proportions as the image.

Placement Guide for Matching the Picture

• Head: large and rounded, sitting above a slim long neck.
• Snout: long, oval, and forward-facing.
• Eyes: oversized, blue-rimmed, close together, with black lashes.
• Body: rounded and mostly covered by the dress.
• Dress: turquoise blue bodice with a flared flower skirt.
• Wings: pink, triangular, and spread from the back.
• Tail: pink and curved behind the body with pale underside detail.
• Bag: small turquoise crossbody bag with green flap and button.
• Hat: separate blue sun hat with green trim placed beside the dragon.
• Accessories: sunflower on head, flower-covered skirt, sandals, and tiny ladybugs.

Care Notes

Spot clean the dragon with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not soak the doll if you used safety eyes, a wooden button, or heavy embroidery. Let the piece air dry completely before storing or displaying.

To keep the wings and hat brim shaped, gently reshape them with your fingers after cleaning. Avoid twisting the long neck or pulling the flower appliques.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• All yarn tails are woven in or hidden inside the doll.
• The head and neck are sewn securely and do not wobble.
• The eyes are even, close together, and firmly attached.
• The snout is centered and lightly stuffed.
• The dress hem sits above the sandals.
• The bag strap crosses the body neatly.
• The wings are sewn at matching angles.
• The sunflower is visible from the front.
• The hat brim lies flat and round.
• The ladybugs have spots and a center line.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Store the finished dragon away from direct sunlight to protect the bright pink and blue yarn. If dust collects on the flowers or lashes, use a soft clean brush and gently sweep outward.

For long-term display, keep the doll upright with the tail supporting the back. Do not press heavy objects against the wings, eyelashes, or sunflower. Small appliques can flatten if stored tightly.

If the dress flowers lose shape, pinch each petal gently between your fingers. If the hat brim curls too much, lay it flat under a light book for a short time, checking often so the crown is not crushed.

Finishing Thought

Your pink dragon is now ready for a sunny garden adventure, complete with her flower dress, tiny bag, sandals, matching hat, sunflower clip, wings, tail, and ladybug friends. This project is full of small details, but each piece adds charm to the final handmade character.