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Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

Dino Backpack 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 Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a playful Dino Backpack with a removable dino-head lid and colorful tapestry crochet spots. You will crochet the bag, straps, head and plates, then assemble everything for a finished backpack that doubles as a toy. The pattern uses sport-weight cotton yarn, tapestry crochet techniques, and clear charts for color placement.

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

Suitable for an intermediate crocheter, the pattern includes detailed stitch counts, charts for rounds R9-R56, and step-by-step assembly photos. The final backpack measures approximately 10.2" x 9.3" (26 x 23.5 cm).

Why You'll Love This Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines function and playfulness in one project; the backpack is both a useful item and a cuddly toy. I enjoy the tapestry crochet challenge of creating the spots — it feels rewarding to watch the drawing appear row by row. The dino head lid gives the bag so much personality, and sewing the plates on always brings the piece to life for me. I also love how durable the cotton yarn makes the backpack, perfect for everyday use by kids.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this Dino Backpack with different colors; try pastel tones for a softer look or bold contrasting shades for a statement bag.

You can change yarn weight and hook size to make a mini keychain version or a larger, roomier backpack; just remember to adjust the cord and stopper accordingly.

I often swap the cotton yarn for an acrylic blend if I want a more affordable washable option, keeping in mind the texture and drape will change slightly.

For a different personality, alter the eye placement or substitute embroidered eyes for safety eyes to make it suitable for babies.

Try adding small pockets inside the bag by crocheting a rectangle and sewing it to the inner wall before assembling the head.

I sometimes embroider a little mouth or nostrils on the dino head with contrasting yarn to add expression.

If you want a reversible look, plan complementary color charts on both sides of the bag and stitch two thinner panels together before finishing the base.

To make straps more comfortable, add a thin layer of interfacing fabric inside the crocheted strap or crochet a lining tube to slip inside.

Experiment with different plate shapes and sizes; changing plate round counts will alter the spike silhouette on the head.

I also enjoy mixing textures by crocheting the spots in bobble or puff stitches for a tactile effect if you want to step beyond single crochet tapestry work.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during increases will make counting rounds confusing; place and relocate the A and B markers as instructed to keep track of the beginning of each round and the placement of 3-sc increases. ✗ Not carrying and wrapping the unused color in tapestry crochet causes loose floats and tangled threads; carry and wrap MC or SC as directed and leave a 4"/10 cm strand to avoid knots. ✗ Understuffing the head or plates will result in a floppy shape; stuff firmly and evenly as you go to maintain the dino head and plate forms. ✗ Failing to follow the charted stitch counts for rounds 9-56 will distort the spot pattern; use the provided charts and the stitch count table to place MC and SC stitches exactly as shown. ✗ Sewing parts without pinning first can lead to asymmetry; pin the head and straps in place before stitching to ensure correct alignment and balance.

Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

Make a playful Dino Backpack that doubles as a toy and a functional bag. This pattern guides you through tapestry crochet colorwork, shaping a cute dino head lid, and constructing sturdy straps. You will enjoy clear, photo-assisted steps and charts to create a bright, durable backpack perfect for kids and gifts.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport weight cotton yarn (#2), Aqua Green (MC) - Two 100 gr / 3.52 oz (200 m / 218 yd) skeins
  • 02
    Sport weight cotton yarn (#2), Orange (SC) - Two 100 gr / 3.52 oz (200 m / 218 yd) skeins
  • 03
    25.2" / 64 cm of 4 mm cord or similar for drawstring
  • 04
    One transparent toggle stopper

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5 mm
  • 02
    4 mm cord, approx 25.2" / 64 cm
  • 03
    One transparent toggle stopper
  • 04
    Two 1 cm safety eyes
  • 05
    Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
  • 06
    Stitch markers in two colors
  • 07
    Measuring tape
  • 08
    Yarn needle for sewing
  • 09
    Scissors

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— Color changes :

Info :

* Color changes: To switch from one color to the other, finish the last st before the switch with the new color. Continue working tapestry crochet wrapping MC or SC according to the dino pattern. To avoid threads from tangling when alternating, follow steps 1-4 for each color change.

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- From MC to SC: Lift SC strand in front of MC, yarn over with SC and finish the st. Sc the necessary sts with SC wrapping MC.

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- From SC to MC: Put MC strand behind SC, yarn over with MC and finish the st. Sc the necessary sts with MC wrapping SC.

— Bag :

Info :

Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from the base (see chart in pages 7-8). With MC ch 35.

Round 1 :

2 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place a color A and a color B marker in 1st st), sc 32, 4 sc in next ch (place a color B marker in 2nd and 3rd st), continue on the other side of the foundation ch, sc 32, 2 sc in the last ch (place a color B marker in last st)= 72 sts

Round 2 :

From this round on carry and wrap SC yarn. Take it leaving a 4"/10 cm strand, don’t make knots. Continue crocheting with MC wrapping SC in between the sts. For more details on tapestry crochet follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxZF88F24sM Relocate A marker in the 1st st of every rnd and B markers in the middle st every time you make 3 sc in one st. This will make counting sts and rounds easier. 3 sc in 1st st, sc 34, 3 sc in next st, 3 sc in next st, sc 34, 3 sc in next st = 80 sts

Round 3 :

Sc 1, 3 sc in next st, sc 36, 3 sc in next st, sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 36, 3 sc in next st, sc 1 = 88 sts

Round 4 :

Sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 38, 3 sc in next st, sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc 38, 3 sc in next st, sc 2 = 96 sts

Round 5 :

Sc 3, 3 sc in next st, sc 40, 3 sc in next st, sc 6, 3 sc in next st, sc 40, 3 sc in next st, sc 3 = 104 sts

Round 6 :

Sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc 42, 3 sc in next st, sc 8, 3 sc in next st, sc 42, 3 sc in next st, sc 4 = 112 sts

Round 7 :

Sc 5, 3 sc in next st, sc 44, 3 sc in next st, sc 10, 3 sc in next st, sc 44, 3 sc in next st, sc 5 = 120 sts

Round 8 :

Sc 6, 3 sc in next st, sc 46, 3 sc in next st, sc 12, 3 sc in next st, sc 46, 3 sc in next st, sc 6 = 128 sts

Round 9-55 :

Continue crocheting over 128 sts by following the dino pattern chart and/or stitch count in pages 7-9. Switch colors to make the drawing. Remove B markers and relocate A marker in the 1st st of every round.

Round 56 :

Sc 12 following the charts to reach the fold of the bag = 12 sts. Close last st with MC.

Round 57 :

(with MC wrapping SC): Sc 6 (relocate A marker in the 1st st, this will be the new beginning of rounds), 3 sc over SC only, skip 3 sts, (sc 13, 3 sc over SC only, skip 3 sts) rep () 7 times, sc 7 = 128 sts

Round 58-59 :

(with MC wrapping SC): Sc 128 = 128 sts. Sl st in the next st. Fasten off. Cut SC leaving a 4"/10 cm strand. Weave in all ends.

— Backpack Straps (Make 2) :

Info :

Sizes: 3, 4, 5, 6 years old (straps in the images were made for 3 year old size). Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from one end. With SC ch (97, 104, 111, 118) leaving a long strand in the beginning to sew afterwards.

Round 1 :

2 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place an A and a B marker in 1st st), sc (94, 101, 108, 115), 4 sc in next ch (place a B marker in 2nd and 3rd st), continue on the other side of the foundation ch, sc (94, 101, 108, 115), 2 sc in last ch (place a B marker in last st) = (196, 210, 224, 238) sts

Round 2 :

From this round on carry and wrap MC yarn. Continue crocheting with SC wrapping MC in between the sts. Relocate A marker in the 1st st of every rnd and B markers in the middle st every time you make 3 sc in one st. 3 sc in 1st st, sc (96, 103, 110, 117), 3 sc in next st, 3 sc in next st, sc (96, 103, 110, 117), 3 sc in next st = (204, 218, 232, 246) sts

Round 3 :

Sc 1, 3 sc in next st, sc (98, 105, 112, 119), 3 sc in next st, sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc (98, 105, 112, 119), 3 sc in next st, sc 1 = (212, 226, 240, 254) sts. Sl st in the next st. Fasten off leaving a long strand of SC for sewing. Cut MC leaving a 4"/10 cm strand. Weave in MC strands only.

— Dino-Head :

Info :

Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from the front. With MC ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place a marker in 1st st) = 6 sts

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around = 12 sts (relocate marker in the 1st st of this and the following rounds)

Round 3 :

(Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 18 sts

Round 4 :

(Sc 2, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 24 sts

Round 5 :

(Sc 3, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 30 sts

Round 6 :

(Sc 4, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 36 sts

Round 7 :

(Sc 5, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 8 :

(Sc 6, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 48 sts

Round 9-14 :

Sc 48 = 48 sts

Round 15 :

(Sc 6, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 16 :

(Sc 5, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 36 sts

Round 17 :

(Sc 5, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 18 :

(Sc 6, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 48 sts

Round 19 :

(Sc 7, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 54 sts

Info :

Place the eyes between rounds 16 and 17 with an interspace of 7 sts.

Round 20 :

(Sc 8, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 60 sts

Round 21 :

(Sc 9, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 66 sts

Round 22 :

(Sc 10, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 72 sts

Round 23-30 :

Sc 72 = 72 sts

Round 31 :

(Sc 10, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 66 sts

Round 32 :

(Sc 9, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 60 sts

Round 33 :

(Sc 8, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 54 sts

Round 34 :

(Sc 7, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 48 sts

Round 35 :

(Sc 6, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 36 :

(Sc 5, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 36 sts. Start filling in with stuffing.

Round 37 :

(Sc 4, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 30 sts

Round 38 :

(Sc 3, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 24 sts

Round 39 :

(Sc 2, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 18 sts. Fill in the rest of the head.

Round 40 :

(Sc 1, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 12 sts

Round 41 :

(Dec 1) rep () 6 times = 6 sts

Round 42 :

(Sc 1, skip 1 st) rep () 3 times = 3 sts. Sl st in the next st. Fasten off leaving a long strand for sewing.

— Plates (Make 3) :

Info :

Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from the top. With SC ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place a marker in 1st st) = 6 sts

Round 2 :

(Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep () 3 times = 9 sts (relocate marker in the 1st st of this and the following rounds)

Round 3 :

Sc 9 = 9 sts

Round 4 :

(Sc 2, 2 sc in next st) rep () 3 times = 12 sts

Round 5-6 :

Sc 12 = 12 sts

Round 7 :

(Sc 3, 2 sc in next st) rep () 3 times = 15 sts

Round 8 :

Sc 15 = 15 sts. Sl st in the next st. Fasten off leaving a long strand for sewing.

— Dino's Head Assembly :

Info :

Fill in each plate with stuffing. Sew the plates right to the top center part of the head. Start from the ending of the head to the front.

— Backpack Assembly :

Info :

Choose front and back side of the bag. Sew 0.8"/2 cm of one strap end one round below one back center eyelet. Sew 0.8"/2 cm of the other end to rnd 9 of the bag, from the base corners to the inside. Repeat for the other strap.

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Join the dino's head to the backpack, by sewing the back of the head at the height of the ending to the back of the bag on the inside (for better precision pin it first to make sure position is correct, the head should lay in between the two center back eyelets and fall down centered to the front).

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Pull the cord through the eyelets, starting from one front center eyelet, until it comes out from the other front center hole. Pull the tips of the cord through the stopper. Make a knot on both ends.

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The backpack is ready.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew 0.8"/2 cm of one strap end one round below one back center eyelet; sew the other end to round 9 from the base corners to the inside and repeat for the other strap.
  • Join the dino head to the bag by sewing the back of the head to the inside back of the bag so the head sits between the two center back eyelets and faces forward; pin first to check placement.
  • Pull the cord through the front eyelets from one front center eyelet to the other, pass the cord tips through the toggle stopper and knot both ends securely.
  • Weave in all yarn tails and fasten off ends; cut SC leaving a 4"/10 cm strand where indicated for sewing and finishing.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers (A and B) to mark the beginning of rounds and the middle stitch when making 3-sc increases to make counting easier.
  • 💡Carry and wrap the unused color when working tapestry crochet to secure floats and avoid long loose strands across the back of the work.
  • 💡Start and finish rounds carefully when closing the bag fold (rounds 56-59) and relocate the A marker as instructed for the new beginning of rounds.
  • 💡Fasten off leaving long strands for sewing where indicated so you have enough yarn to attach pieces securely and invisibly.

This joyful Dino Backpack pattern turns crochet into a playful, practical project that kids will adore. It combines tapestry crochet, shaping, and assembly for a durable toy-and-bag hybrid that you can proudly gift or sell. Have fun with color variations and enjoy the smile it brings to little adventurers. 🧶🦖

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished backpack measures approximately 10.2" x 9.3" (26 cm x 23.5 cm) using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but changing yarn weight will affect the finished size; adjust your hook accordingly and make a gauge swatch to match the specified gauge (25 sts x 21 rnds = 4"/10 cm) if you want similar dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with single crochet, increases, decreases, working in the round, and basic tapestry crochet techniques.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in about 5-7 hours, depending on experience, colorwork speed, and assembly time.