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Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern

Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 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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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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

About This Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates tiny baby dinosaurs that hatch from scalloped, polka-dot eggshells. Each dinosaur is worked in several small pieces that are sewn together for a neat finish. You will learn color changes, bobble stitches for the nose, and a scalloped edge for the eggshell.

Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear step-by-step photos and diagrams are included to guide you through each stage. The pieces are small and quick to make, perfect for gifts or collectible sets.

Why You'll Love This Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines small, simple pieces into a delightful, characterful toy that brings a smile. I enjoy the tiny details like the nose bobble and scalloped eggshell edge which give so much personality. Sewing the pieces together is very satisfying and the finished dinosaurs are great for gift-giving. The pattern also lets me play with color combinations, which always keeps crocheting fun and fresh.

Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing these little dinosaurs by changing Color A, B, C and D to create new personalities; try pastel palettes for nursery decor or neon brights for playful gift sets.

I often make mini keychain versions by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook to shrink the pattern while keeping the same round counts where possible.

You can swap the scalloped eggshell edge for a simple straight edge to give the egg a different style, or embroider tiny motifs on the egg instead of polka dots.

For a plushier version, use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook to make a squishier, cuddly dinosaur—adjust stuffing amounts to match for best results.

I sometimes add wire to the tail or neck for posability so the dinosaur can be posed sitting or leaning out of the shell.

Try adding tiny crocheted accessories like a bow, scarf, or mini heart appliques to make each dinosaur unique and gift-ready.

If you prefer safety eyes, you can use small safety eyes instead of felt, but ensure they are securely attached and suitable for the receiver of the toy.

I recommend experimenting with the spike sizes and placement to give each dinosaur a distinct silhouette and expression when you pin them before sewing.

For a classroom or group project, make multiple colors and mix-and-match heads and bodies to encourage creativity and variety among finished toys.

Don't hesitate to embroider different facial expressions using black felt or embroidery thread—eye and mouth placement can change the whole character mood.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the foundation chain instruction for working stitches around both sides can produce uneven pieces; always work the indicated stitches around both sides of the chain as instructed. ✗ Forgetting to change color at the final step of a stitch will leave a visible jog in the colorwork; change color at the last yarn-over or last step as described and weave in ends carefully. ✗ Not working in BLO when instructed for the body bottom can close up the opening incorrectly; follow the 'working in BLO' instruction to keep the bottom open for interfacing and stuffing placement. ✗ Sewing pieces without pinning or using stitch markers often causes misaligned features; pin pieces in place and use stitch markers to ensure symmetrical and neat assembly.

Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern

Make a set of adorable baby dinosaurs popping out of polka-dot eggshells with this detailed amigurumi crochet pattern. You will crochet small modular pieces (head, mouth, body, tail, spikes, and eggshell) and assemble them into charming hatching dinosaurs. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, color-change guidance, diagrams, photos, and assembly instructions so you can follow along with confidence. Perfect for gifting, decoration, or tiny toy collections.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Dinosaur Hatching Eggs Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight 100% acrylic yarn (sample: Knit Picks Brava Worsted, 100 g / 218 yds each)
  • 02
    Color A: Head, body, tail and polka dots on eggshell (examples: Tranquil, Cornflower, Canary, Cotton Candy depending on dinosaur color)
  • 03
    Color B: Spikes (examples: Freesia, Orange, Rouge, Freesia depending on dinosaur color)
  • 04
    Color C: Mouth (examples: Cotton Candy, Blush, Cotton Candy, Mint depending on dinosaur color)
  • 05
    Color D: Eggshells (examples: Freesia, White, Rouge, White depending on dinosaur color)
  • 06
    Black wool felt for eyes
  • 07
    Interfacing fabric (or wool felt substitute) for body bottom
  • 08
    Polyester fiberfill for stuffing

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4.5 mm (US: US7, UK: 7, JP: 7.5/0)
  • 02
    Tapestry needle for sewing pieces together
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Yarn glue
  • 05
    Pins or sewing pins for positioning
  • 06
    Stitch markers (optional but helpful)
  • 07
    Small sharp scissors for cutting felt templates

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— Head - Top :

Info :

In color A. Ch 6. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain.

Round 1 :

Start in the second ch from hook, 4 sc, (3 sc) in the last ch. Continue on the other side of the foundation chain, 3 sc, inc [12]

Round 2 :

Inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc [18]

Round 3 :

Sc, inc, 4 sc, [inc, sc] 3 times, 3 sc, inc, sc, inc [24]

Round 4 :

In this round, you will work bobble stitches as his nose. Please refer to the instructions on bobble stitch on page 3. Sc, inc, 5 sc, [inc, sc, (2-dc-bobble, sl st)] 2 times, inc, 5 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, sc [32]

Round 5 :

11 sc, [sc in next st BLO <photo 10 to 12>, skip next sl st from the previous row <photo 13>], 3 sc <photo 14 & 15>, [sc in next st BLO, skip next sl st from the previous row], 14 sc [30] <photo 16 to 18>

Round 6 - 9 :

[Sc] around [30] <photo 19>

Info :

Fasten off. Weave in and hide yarn ends. <photo 20 to 22>

— Head - Bottom :

Info :

In color A. Ch 4. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain.

Round 1 :

Start in the second ch from hook, 2 sc, (3 sc) in the last ch. Continue on the other side of the foundation chain, sc, inc [8]

Round 2 :

Inc, sc, 3 inc, sc, 2 inc [14]

Round 3 :

Sc, inc, 2 sc, [inc, sc] 3 times, [sc, inc] 2 times [20]

Round 4 :

Sc, inc, 3 sc, [inc, 2 sc] 3 times, sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, sc [26]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. <photo 23>

— Mouth - Top :

Info :

In color C. Ch 6. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain.

Round 1 :

Start in the second ch from hook, 4 sc, (3 sc) in the last ch. Continue on the other side of the foundation chain, 3 sc, inc [12]

Round 2 :

Inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc [18]

Round 3 :

Sc, inc, 4 sc, [inc, sc] 3 times, 3 sc, inc, sc, inc [24]

Round 4 :

Sc, inc, 5 sc, [inc, sc, (2-dc-bobble, sl st) ] 2 times, inc, 5 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, sc [32]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. <photo 23>

Round 5 - 6 :

[Sc] around [26]. Fasten off. Weave in and hide yarn ends. <photo 24>

— Mouth - Bottom :

Info :

In color C. Ch 4. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain.

Round 1 :

Start in the second ch from hook, 2 sc, (3 sc) in the last ch. Continue on the other side of the foundation chain, sc, inc [8]

Round 2 :

Inc, sc, 3 inc, sc, 2 inc [14]

Round 3 :

Sc, inc, 2 sc, [inc, sc] 3 times, [sc, inc] 2 times [20]

Round 4 :

Sc, inc, 3 sc, [inc, 2 sc] 3 times, sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, sc [26]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. <photo 25>

— Body :

Round 1 :

Start 6 sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

[Inc] 6 times [12]

Round 3 :

[Sc, inc] 6 times [18]

Round 4 :

[2 sc, inc] 6 times [24]

Round 5 :

Working in BLO, sc in each sc around [24]

Info :

At this point, glue a piece of interface fabric on the bottom of the body. Cut a piece of interfacing fabric (or felt) into a circle to the size of the bottom of the body. Glue it on the wrong side of your piece. <photo 26> By gluing the interface, the bottom of the body will become stiff and flat so that the dinosaur stands by himself.

Round 6 - 7 :

[Sc] around [24]

Round 8 :

[6 sc, dec] 3 times [21]

Round 9 - 10 :

[Sc] around [21]

Round 11 :

[5 sc, dec] 3 times [18]

Round 12 - 13 :

[Sc] around [18]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. <photo 27>

— Tail :

Round 1 :

Start 4 sc in a magic ring [4]

Round 2 :

[Sc] around [4]

Round 3 :

Sc, 2 inc, sc [6]

Round 4 :

[Sc] around [6]

Round 5 :

2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc [8]

Round 6 :

[Sc] around [8]

Round 7 :

3 sc, 2 inc, 3 sc [10]

Round 8 :

[Sc] around [10]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. <photo 28>

— Spikes :

Info :

In color B. There is a step-by-step instruction and a diagram for spikes on the following page.

Item Name (P1) :

[Ch 3, hdc into the second ch from hook] 3 times, [ch 4, 2 dc into the 3rd ch from hook] 2 times, [ch 5, 3 dc into the 4th ch from hook] 2 times [3 small spikes, 2 medium spikes and 2 large spikes] <photo 29 to 35>

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. <photo 36>

— Assembly :

Info :

Follow photo steps 1 to 18 for assembly of mouth and head pieces, sewing pieces picking up front loops and unworked half loops where instructed. Use interfacing in body bottom and pin pieces before sewing.

Step 1 :

Cut the fabric (or felt) into ovals slightly smaller than each of the top and bottom of the mouth. Glue it to the wrong side of the mouth.

Step 2 :

Sew the mouth to the head with the yarn end and a tapestry needle. Stuff it as you sew.

Step 3 :

Sew each piece together with picking up the front loops of each piece.

Step 4 :

This is how they look like when sewing completed. Make sure all the half loops of the last round remains unworked, both top and bottom of the head.

Step 5 :

Position the head two pieces together, and pin them together so that the top portion slightly overhangs the bottom portion. Use stitch markers or sewing pins to hold.

Step 6 :

Using the head color scrap yarn, sew the top and bottom of the head together along the back of the head with 12 sts equally from the center.

Step 7 :

Sew them together picking up unworked half loops.

Step 8 :

Sew the beginning and end of the stitch securely to strengthen.

Step 9 :

Make sure that his mouth is opened nicely.

Step 10 :

Place the head on top of the body, slightly angled as shown in the photo. Use pins to keep them in place.

Step 11 :

Sew them together with whipstitches.

Step 12 :

Sew the tail to the body as well.

Step 13 :

Pin the spikes on the body as shown in the photo.

Step 14 :

Sew the spikes onto the body.

Step 15 :

Cut a black felt into eyes using the template provided in the pattern and glue or sew into place.

Step 16 :

Print the eye template on a paper and cut it out with margins around it. Tape the template onto the black felt using normal sticky tape.

Step 17 :

Tape the template onto the black felt using normal sticky tape. Carefully cut around the eyes with small scissors to get neat shapes.

Step 18 :

Attach eyes and tidy all loose ends. Glue felt eyes if desired and hide yarn tails.

— Eggshell - Top :

Info :

Start in color D. Rounds alternate color D and color A to create a polka dot pattern. Brown text = color D. Blue text = color A. Please refer to the instructions on color changes on page 4.

Round 1 :

Start 6 sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

[Inc] 6 times [12]

Round 3 :

[Sc, inc] 6 times [18]

Round 4 :

[Sc] around [18]

Info :

Continue working next few rounds to make a polka dot pattern, alternating color D and color A according to the instruction and the diagram. Please refer to the instructions on color changes on page 4.

Round 5 :

Sc, (sc, sc) in same st, 2 sc, [inc, 2 sc, (sc, sc) in same st, 2 sc] 2 times, inc, sc [24]

Round 6 :

2 sc, [4 sc, 4 sc] 2 times, 4 sc, 2 sc [24]

Round 7 :

2 sc, [sc, inc, 2 sc, sc, inc, 2 sc] 2 times, sc, inc, 2 sc, sc, inc [30]

Round 8 :

3 sc, [4 sc, 6 sc] 2 times, 4 sc, 3 sc

Info :

Cut color A and weave in and hide yarn end and continue working in color D [30] <photo 37>

Round 9 :

[4 sc, inc] 6 times [36]

Round 10 :

You will crochet scalloped edge this round, [(sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc) into same st, skip 2 st, sl st, skip 2 st] 6 times [6 shells] <photo 38 to 45>

Info :

Fasten off. Weave in and hide yarn ends.

— Eggshell - Bottom :

Info :

Start in color D. Continue alternating color D and color A as instructed to create polka dots. Follow color change instructions on page 4.

Round 1 :

Start 6 sc in a magic ring [6]

Round 2 :

[Inc] 6 times [12]

Round 3 :

[Sc, inc] 6 times [18]

Round 4 :

[2 sc, inc] 6 times [24]

Round 5 :

[3 sc, inc] 6 times [30]

Round 6 :

[4 sc, inc] 6 times [36]

Info :

Continue working next few rounds to make a polka dot pattern, alternating color D and color A according to the instruction and the diagram on page 19.

Round 7 :

Sc, 3 sc, [6 sc, 3 sc] 3 times, 5 sc [36]

Round 8 :

Sc, 4 sc, [5 sc, 4 sc] 3 times, 4 sc [36]

Round 9 :

Sc, 4 sc, [5 sc, 4 sc] 3 times, 4 sc [36]

Round 10 :

2 sc, 3 sc, [6 sc, 3 sc] 3 times, 4 sc. Change the yarn color at the last step of this round. See the step-by-step instruction on the following page. [36] <photo 46 to 48>

Round 11 :

Sc, 6 sc, [3 sc, 6 sc] 3 times, 2 sc [36]

Round 12 :

2 sc, 5 sc, [4 sc, 5 sc] 3 times, 2 sc [36]

Round 13 :

2 sc, 5 sc, [4 sc, 5 sc] 3 times, 2 sc [36]

Round 14 :

2 sc, 6 sc, [3 sc, 6 sc] 3 times, sc. Change the yarn color at the last step of this round. See the step-by-step instruction on the following page. [36] <photo 49 to 51>

Round 15 :

[Sc] around [36]. Cut the color A and weave in and hide yarn ends. <photo 52 to 54>

Round 16 :

BLO: Working this round in BLO, sc in each st around [36]

Round 17 :

[7 sc, dec] 4 times [32]

Round 18 - 25 :

[Sc] around [32]

Round 26 :

[6 sc, dec] 4 times [28]

Round 27 :

[5 sc, dec] 4 times [24]

Round 28 :

[4 sc, dec] 4 times [20]

Round 29 :

[Dec] 5 times [10] <photo 55>

Info :

Fasten off and draw the yarn end through all 10 sts and pull tight to close the opening. <photo 56 & 57> Weave in and hide yarn ends. Push the upper half of the eggshell inwards to make it cup-shaped. Row 16 should be the border. <photo 58 to 60>

Round 16 (scallop) :

Attach yarn to any st of the remaining half front loop of Rnd 15. [(sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc) into the same st, skip 2 sts, sl st, skip 2 sts] rep 6 times [6 scallops]. <Diagram on page 20 & photo 63 to 69>

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Cut the interfacing or felt to fit the body bottom and glue it to the wrong side of the body bottom to make the base flat and stable for standing.
  • Sew the mouth pieces to the head placing the interfacing oval on the wrong side of the mouth first, then stitch the mouth top and bottom into the head, stuffing as you go.
  • Position head top and head bottom together so the top overhangs slightly, join the back of the head picking up unworked half loops with 12 stitches equally spaced, then sew the head to the body with whipstitches.
  • Pin and sew the spikes along the center back of the body in the order small-med-large as indicated and secure firmly with thread or yarn tails tucked in.
  • Sew the tail to the base of the body, spacing it evenly and securing with whipstitches so the dinosaur stands balanced.
  • Cut the black felt eyes using the template, attach using glue or stitch in place, and hide all yarn ends neatly inside the piece.
  • Use stitch markers or pins to hold pieces in position during assembly for accurate alignment and then sew securely with a yarn needle.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in joined rounds as instructed rather than continuous spiral unless otherwise noted, observing the ch-1 and sl st join directions in the pattern.
  • 💡Change colors at the last step of the stitch to create neat color transitions and carry unused yarn behind the work to crochet over until needed.
  • 💡Use glue-in interfacing or felt for the body bottom to give a firm base so your dinosaur can stand upright without collapsing.
  • 💡When sewing pieces together, pick up the correct loops (front loops or unworked half loops) as directed for a clean seam and accurate shaping.

These little hatching dinosaurs are sweet, playful, and perfect for gifting or display. The pattern includes photos, diagrams, and clear step-by-step instructions to help you every stitch of the way. Make a set in different colorways and watch them bring personality to any shelf or nursery. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi dinosaur is approximately 3-1/2 in W x 4-1/2 in H (7 cm x 11 cm H) and the eggshell approx 2-1/4 in X 4 in H (6 cm x 10 cm H) using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will affect the final size; use an appropriate hook for the yarn and be aware that gauge and proportions will change.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with single crochet, increases/decreases, working in BLO/FLO, and basic joining/sewing techniques.

How should I manage yarn when changing colors?

Carry the unused yarn behind the piece and crochet over it until next needed, and change the color at the last step of the previous stitch so the new color is pulled through the final loops on the hook.