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Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a plush baby dinosaur backpack with wings, horns, tail, legs and a functional flap and lock. The design uses thick plush yarn for a soft, tactile finish ideal for children or as a novelty bag. You will crochet multiple small amigurumi-style pieces and assemble them into a wearable mini backpack.

Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear step-by-step rounds and photo guidance accompany each section for accurate shaping. The finished backpack measures approximately 25 cm wide and 20 cm tall.

Why You'll Love This Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends toy-making and practical sewing into a playful accessory that kids adore. I enjoy how the plush yarn creates a super soft and squishy surface that feels luxurious in the hands. The many small parts let me personalize details like eye color and horn placement, making every backpack unique. I also appreciate that this pattern teaches useful construction techniques for joining shaped pieces into a structured bag.

Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing colors to match a child's favorite palette; try soft pastels or bold contrasts for a very different look.

I sometimes swap the plush yarn for chunky cotton and a larger hook to create a sturdier, larger backpack version that doubles as a small tote.

I often replace the crocheted eyes with safety eyes for a glossier pupil, or embroider different expressions to change the dino's personality.

Want mini keychain versions? Use thinner yarn and a smaller hook, reduce rounds proportionally and skip interior stuffing for a lightweight charm.

I like to add a removable felt accessory like a tiny scarf or a sewn-on patch for seasonal themes—these make excellent personalized gifts.

Try swapping flange and horn colors to create different species: lighter horns and bright wing accents make a whimsical dragon-style backpack.

You can add wire to the wings to make them poseable; simply insert thin floral wire before closing and secure ends with extra stitches.

I also experiment with different hardware—wooden toggles or colorful plastic locks change the bag's final look and are kinder for toddlers.

For more durability, I reinforce strap attachment points with an inside fabric lining or an extra row of single crochet around joining areas.

Finally, I often embroider more detailed facial highlights or eyelashes to create unique facial expressions so each backpack feels like a one-of-a-kind companion.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the change of yarn color too early causes visible color gaps; change the thread exactly at the round specified and weave ends neatly to hide transitions. ✗ Understuffing small parts like horns and tail will make them floppy and misshapen; use medium-density filler and stuff firmly but not overly tight to hold shape. ✗ Forgetting to work BLO or FLO when instructed will alter shaping and stitch counts; carefully check each round for BLO or FLO instructions and work only in the specified loops. ✗ Not securing straps properly can make the backpack unstable; pin and mark strap placement on the back before sewing and use tight, even whipstitches to attach.

Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

Make a cuddly Baby Dino Backpack that doubles as a cute amigurumi and a functional small backpack. This pattern guides you through crocheting plush plush pieces, assembling straps, and adding adorable facial details. You will love the cozy textures and playful details that make this project unique. Perfect for gifting or for a fun accessory for little ones.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Thick plush Himalaya Dolphin Baby (YarnArt Dolce) - base color gray #80320 - approx. 2.5 hanks
  • 02
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby yellow #80368 - approx. 0.5 hanks for wing details and eye yellow
  • 03
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby beige #80342 - approx. 0.3 hanks for toes, horns and small accents
  • 04
    Assorted YarnArt Jeans (white, black, yellow, green) - small amounts for crocheted eyes and highlights
  • 05
    Optional thick cotton yarn that fits 4mm hook (if not using plush yarn)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4.0 mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (for details and eyes)
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Polyester stuffing / medium-density filler
  • 07
    Metal accessories (half rings, D-rings, metal lock) approx. 3 cm (1.18 inches) if desired
  • 08
    Pins for assembly
  • 09
    Optional small pliers or screwdriver for fitting metal lock

Progress Tracker

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— Leg + handle (4 parts) :

Info :

crochet details in a circle without connecting posts start with beige yarn

Round 1 :

2ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook 6sc

Round 2 :

6inc = 12

Round 3 :

(1sc, 1inc) x 6 = 18

Round 4 :

(2sc, 1inc) x 6 = 24

Info :

change the thread to gray

Round 5 :

24sc in BLO

Round 6-11 :

24sc

Info :

fill the part with medium-density filler

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fold in half crochet together 2 sides 12sc

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cut the thread on the legs, fasten it, and cut the thread on the handles, fasten it, and leave it for sewing.

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now we embroider 3 toes on the legs through 3 columns of beige yarn.

Info :

now we embroider 3 fingers on the handles through 3 columns with beige yarn perpendicular to the connection, use the video if necessary

— Tail :

Info :

gray yarn

Round 1 :

2ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook 6sc

Round 2 :

(1sc, 1inc) x 3 = 9

Round 3 :

9sc

Round 4 :

(2sc, 1inc) x 3 = 12

Round 5 :

(3sc, 1inc) x 3 = 15

Round 6 :

(4sc, 1inc) x 3 = 18

Round 7 :

(5sc, 1inc) x 3 = 21

Round 8 :

(1sc, 1inc) x 3 = 24

Round 9 :

(7sc, 1inc) x 3 = 27

Round 10 :

(8sc, 1inc) x 3 = 30

Round 11 :

(9sc, 1inc) x 3 = 33

Round 12 :

(10sc, 1inc) x 3 = 36

Round 13-15 :

36sc

Info :

fill the part with medium-density filler

Info :

fold in half crochet together 2 sides 18sc

— Backpack base. bottom :

Round 1 :

16ch, from the 3rd loop from the hook 3dc in one loop, 12dc, 6dc in one loop, 12dc, 3dc in one loop, sl st = 36

Round 2 :

2ch, 3inc dc, 12dc, 6inc dc, 12dc, 3inc dc, sl st = 48

Round 3 :

2ch, (1inc dc, 1dc) x 3, 12dc, (1inc dc, 1dc) x 6, 12dc, (1inc dc, 1dc) x 3, sl st = 60

Round 4 :

2ch,(1incdc,2dc)x3,12dc, (1incdc,2dc)x6,12dc, (1inc dc, 2dc ) x 3, sl st = 72

Round 5 :

5sc, 12sc along with the leg, 5sc, 12sc along with the leg, 7sc, 5sc together with a metal half ring, 18sc along with the tail, 5sc together with a metal half ring, 3sc, slst use the video if necessary

Round 6 :

a whole row of crochet for the back wall of the loop 2ch + 1inc dc BLO, 5dc BLO, 1inc dc BLO, 22dc BLO, 1inc dc BLO, 5dc BLO, 2inc dc BLO, 5dc BLO, 1inc dc BLO, 22dc BLO, 1inc dc BLO, 5dc BLO, 1inc dc BLO, sl st = 80

Round 7-17 :

2ch, 80dc , sl st - height 20 cm ( 7.87 inches)

Round 18 :

62dc, 8dc (together with a strap, grabbing the leg of the column and after 1 leg we crochet 2 times in one column), 10dc = 80 fasten and cut the thread

— Straps for a backpack :

Round 1 :

202ch, from the 3rd loop from the hook 3hdc in one loop, 198hdc, 6hdc in one loop, 198hdc, 3hdc in one loop fasten the thread and leave for sewing

Info :

Now we fold the strap in half, determine the middle and fix the size of the handle from it, then put on the markers so as not to lose the size. On one side and the other, as in the photo, we fold it so that the straps do not twist. use the video if necessary

Info :

Now we fold the backpack in half, define the middle on the sides, then fold 2 middles together, and on the back side of the backpack we determine the middle, now we read 4 loops from this marker in one direction and the other. there and will knit together with a strap. use the video if necessary

Round 18 (assembly) :

18r. 62dc, 8dc (together with a strap, grabbing the leg of the column and after 1 leg we crochet 2 times in one column), 10dc = 80 fasten and cut the thread

— Valve :

Info :

attach the thread and crochet 2 ch

Round 1-7 :

28dc, 2ch, turn

Round 8 :

1dec, 24dc, 1dec = 26, 2ch, turn

Round 9 :

1dec, 22dc, 1dec = 24, 2ch, turn

Round 10 :

1dec, 20dc, 1dec = 22, 2ch, turn

Round 11 :

1dec, 18dc, 1dec = 20, 2ch, turn

Round 12 :

2dec sc, 2sc, 1hdc, 6dc, 1hdc, 2sc, 2dec sc = 16 fasten and cut the thread

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We begin to crochet the strapping over the entire part, one sc, starting from the corner of the wall. in the corners on the valve, we crochet 3 sc in each corner

Info :

Then steam the backpack through a thin sheet so that the valve is soft and does not wrap. insert and fix a metal lock in the middle of the valve.

— Eyes :

Info :

start with black yarn

Round 1 :

12dc in MR fasten and cut the thread and attach yellow yarn

Round 2 :

2inc sc, 1inc hdc, 6inc dc, 1inc hdc, 2inc sc = 24 fasten and cut the thread attach green yarn

Round 3 :

24slst fasten and cut the thread

Info :

embroider highlights with white yarn

— Squirrels :

Info :

white yarn

Round 1 :

12ch, from the 3rd loop from the hook 9dc, 6dc in one loop, 9dc, 2ch, turn

Round 2 :

9dc, 6inc dc, 9dc fasten and cut the thread

Info :

we sew the eyes to the squirrels close to the edge as in the photo, the eyes should be located in increments with double crochets at the bottom with arrows.

— Eyelid above the eyes :

Round 1 :

10ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook 2sc, 2hdc, 3dc in one loop, 2hdc, 2sc fasten and cut the thread and leave it for sewing.

— Horn (2 parts) :

Info :

beige yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in MR or (2ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook 6sc)

Round 2 :

3sc, 3hdc = 6

Round 3 :

2sc, 1inc sc, 2hdc, 1inc hdc = 8

Round 4 :

3sc, 1inc sc, 3hdc, 1inc hdc = 10

Round 5 :

4sc, 1inc sc, 4hdc, 1inc hdc = 12

Round 6 :

5sc, 1inc sc, 5hdc, 1inc hdc = 14 fill the part with medium-density filler

Round 7 :

4sc, fold the part in half and crochet together 2 sides 7sc fasten and cut the thread

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the legs to the bottom by aligning the 12sc join points: sew each leg into the marked leg sections on the bottom before joining side walls, ensuring even spacing and secure whipstitches.
  • Position the tail at the pointed triangular bottom piece and sew securely along the 18sc joining edge so the tail points downward as shown in photos.
  • Sew the valve flap to the top front edge, then insert and fix the metal lock in the middle of the valve to secure closure.
  • Attach straps to the back by folding the backpack, marking middle points, and sewing strap ends where 8dc were crocheted together with strap pieces; reinforce with extra stitches for durability.

Important Notes

  • 💡2ch at the beginning of the row does not count as 1 dc; always connect the connecting column with the first loop of the previous row when working rows.
  • 💡Use any plush yarn that is about 100g / 120m (Himalaya Dolphin Baby) or any thick cotton yarn that fits a 4mm hook as an alternative.
  • 💡Pin parts in place and check symmetry before sewing; steam the valve through a thin cloth to soften it and avoid warping.

This Baby Dino Backpack pattern is playful, plush, and full of charming details that make it a favorite project. It combines toy-like shaping with practical bag construction for a delightful handmade accessory. Create one in cozy colors and add metal hardware for a polished finish. 🧶🦕

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished backpack measures approximately 25 cm (9.84 inches) in width and about 20 cm (7.87 inches) in height using the recommended plush yarn and 4mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can, but the size will change; use thicker yarn with a larger hook for a chunkier bag or thinner yarn with a smaller hook for a smaller, more detailed version.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of stitches (sc, hdc, dc), working in BLO/FLO, increases and decreases is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours depending on experience, assembly time, and whether you make custom color details.