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Plush Backpack Dragon Pattern

Plush Backpack Dragon Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting 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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Cute Companion

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

About This Plush Backpack Dragon Pattern

This Plush Backpack Dragon is a cozy, huggable project made with super bulky velvet yarn for a soft, tactile finish. The pattern includes a fold-over flap backpack that becomes the dragon's body and a separate stuffed head and limbs for charming dimension. Clear step-by-step rounds and helpful tips guide you through crocheting, assembly, and small finishing details.

Plush Backpack Dragon Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect as a gift for kids or a fun decorative piece, the finished backpack measures about 21 cm wide and 24 cm high. Intermediate crochet skills are recommended.

Why You'll Love This Plush Backpack Dragon Pattern

I love how this pattern transforms plush yarn into a cuddly, functional backpack with personality. I enjoy the mix of amigurumi shaping and practical backpack construction — it feels rewarding to sew the pieces into a finished, usable toy.

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

Switch Things Up

I love mixing practical items with cute toys, and this pattern does just that by turning a backpack into a dragon.

I recommend trying a slightly darker or lighter accent color for the spikes and paws to change the look.

I often make the straps shorter for toddlers and longer for older kids, so adjust the chain length to suit your user.

I find stuffing gradually helps me shape the head better — add small amounts and check the silhouette as you go.

I also like to embroider small details like lashes with contrasting thread to bring more expression to the dragon.

If plush yarn is too crumbly, I use a matching cotton thread for small pieces to keep edges neat.

I always pin parts before sewing; it saves time and prevents mistakes when attaching limbs and the head.

When changing colors I crochet the yarn tail into the next row to hide ends and keep the fabric smooth.

I sometimes add a small felt lining inside the flap for more structure if the yarn is very soft.

Enjoy the process — this project is a satisfying weekend make and a lovely gift when finished.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping a stitch marker at the start of rounds can cause uneven increases and misaligned shaping; always mark the round start. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually will produce lumps and misshapen parts; stuff a little at a time and shape as you go. ✗ Not weaving in or hiding yarn tails after color changes can make the seams bulky; crochet the yarn ends into the next row when changing colors. ✗ Using an incorrect hook for super bulky yarn can make your fabric too loose or too tight; use the recommended 3.75 mm hook to match gauge. ✗ Sewing parts without pinning first often results in misplaced limbs; pin pieces in position before permanent stitching.

Plush Backpack Dragon Pattern

Create a lovable plush backpack dragon using super bulky velvet yarn — a sweet handmade gift or a special keepsake for your child. This pattern walks you through crocheting the backpack body, flap, straps and an adorable dragon with head, legs, ears and spikes. Detailed step-by-step instructions and helpful photos make assembly and finishing easy for intermediate crocheters.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Plush Backpack Dragon Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super Bulky / Super Chunky / 14 ply velvet yarn HIMALAYA DOLPHIN BABY - 2 skeins main color, 1/4 skein complementary (dark blue)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.75 mm (by Clover)
  • 02
    Sewing needle
  • 03
    Wooden button
  • 04
    Safety eyes 15 mm
  • 05
    Stuffing (toy material)
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Stitch markers

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— Tip :

Info :

If plush yarn is crumble, use cotton thread matching color to sew on pieces.

— FLAP :

Info :

Crochet with blue yarn. Work in rows.

1) :

ch2, crochet 5 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook. Do not pull the ring. Turn. (5)

2) :

t-ch, 1 sc, inc * 4, turn (9)

3) :

t-ch, (sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (13)

4) :

t-ch, (2 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (17)

5) :

t-ch, (3 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (21)

6) :

t-ch, (4 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (25)

7) :

t-ch, (5 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (29)

8) :

t-ch, (7 sc, inc) * 3, 5 sc, turn (32)

9) :

t-ch, (8 sc, inc) * 3, 5 sc (35)

10) :

t-ch, (9 sc, inc) * 3, 5 sc (38)

Info :

Do not turn. Work along the top of the flap.

11) :

t-ch, 21 sc, turn (21)

12-18) :

t-ch, 21 sc, turn (6 rows)

19) :

t-ch, 21 sc (21). Do not turn.

Info :

Change color to dark blue. Cut the blue yarn. Then work in rounds. Crochet the yarn ends after color changing into stitches of the next row.

20) :

t-ch, 26 sc, 3 ch, skip 3 stitches, 25 sc, turn (54)

21) :

t-ch, 53 reverse sc (53), sl st

— BACKPACK :

Info :

Crochet with blue yarn Ch20. Start on the second chain from the hook:

1) :

18 sc, 3 sc in the last chain, on the other side of the chain: 17 sc, inc, inc into t-ch (42)

Info :

Place a marker.

2) :

inc, 15 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 2, inc, 17 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 2 (48)

3) :

inc, 1 sc, inc, 15 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 4, inc, 15 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 3 (58)

4) :

inc, 1 sc, inc, 16 sc, (inc, 3 sc) * 3, inc, 18 sc, (inc, 3 sc) * 2 (66)

5) :

inc, 3 sc, inc, 18 sc, (inc, 4 sc) * 3, inc, 17 sc (inc, 4 sc) * 2 (74)

6) :

74 sc (74)

7) :

BLO 74 sc (74)

8-16) :

74 sc (9 rounds)

17) :

32 sc, dec, 35 sc, dec, 3 sc (72)

18-36) :

72 sc (19 rounds)

Info :

Join the flap in the next round

37) :

1 sc, 23 sc with the flap, 48 sc (72), sl st.

— STRAPS :

Info :

Crochet with dark blue yarn. Work in rows.

1) :

ch71, start from the second chain on the hook: 70 sc, turn (70)

2-4) :

t-ch, 70 sc (3 rows)

Info :

You can make the straps longer or shorter. Make more or less chains. My straps are 50 cm long.

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. Sew the straps at the bottom of the backpack between rounds 7 and 11, at the top of the backpack between rounds 32 and 36. Distance between straps 12 sc.

— HANDLE :

Info :

Crochet with dark blue yarn. Work in rows.

1) :

ch21, start from the second chain on the hook: 20 sc, turn (20)

2-3) :

t-ch, 20 sc (20 rows)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. Sew on the handle.

— CORD :

Info :

Crochet with dark blue yarn.

1) :

Ch150. Step back at the top of the backpack 2 rounds and stretch the cord between the stitches, after folding the backpack, as shown in the photo. Make knots at the ends.

— Button :

Info :

Sew a button between rounds 23 and 27.

— DRAGON :

— HEAD :

Info :

Crochet with blue yarn.

1) :

ch6, start in the second chain from the hook: inc, 3 sc, 3 sc in the last chain, on the other side of the chain: 3 sc, inc (13)

2) :

1 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc (17)

3) :

2 inc, 5 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc, inc (23)

4-5) :

23 sc (2 rounds)

6) :

3 sc, 5 inc, 15 sc (28)

7) :

3 sc, (1 sc, inc) * 5, 15 sc (33)

8) :

(10 sc, inc) * 3 (36)

9) :

(5 sc, inc) * 6 (42)

10-13) :

42 sc (4 rounds)

Info :

Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8. Distance between eyes 10 sc.

14) :

(5 sc, dec) * 6 (36)

15) :

2 sc, dec, (4 sc, dec) * 5, 2 sc (30)

16) :

(3 sc, dec) * 6 (24)

Info :

Stuff the head. Leave the end for sewing pieces.

— SPIKES (make 2) :

Info :

Crochet with dark blue yarn.

1) :

ch2, crochet 4 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (4)

2) :

(inc, 1 sc) *2 (6)

3) :

6 sc (6), sl st

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the yarn tail to sew pieces.

— EARS (make 2) :

Info :

Crochet with blue yarn.

1) :

ch2, crochet 6 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (6)

2) :

inc * 6 (12), sl st

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the yarn tail to sew pieces. Fold the ear in half and sew the edges, giving it the shape as per the photo.

— FORELEGS (make 2) :

Info :

Crochet with dark blue yarn.

1) :

ch2, crochet 6 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (6)

2) :

inc * 6 (12)

3) :

(1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)

Info :

Change color to blue. Cut the dark blue yarn.

4) :

BLO 18 sc (18)

5-7) :

18 sc (3 rounds)

8) :

(4 sc, dec) *3 (15)

9) :

15 sc (15)

10) :

(3 sc, dec) * 3 (12)

11-12) :

12 sc (2 rounds)

Info :

Stuff the lower foreleg. Fold it in half and crochet 5 sc through both sides. Cut the yarn. Leave the yarn tail to sew pieces.

— HIND LEGS (make 2) :

Info :

Begin to crochet with dark blue yarn.

1) :

ch2, crochet 6 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (6)

2) :

inc * 6 (12)

3) :

(1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)

4) :

1 sc, inc, (2 sc, inc) * 5, 1 sc (24)

Info :

Change color to blue. Cut the dark blue yarn.

5) :

BLO 24 sc (24)

6-7) :

24 (2 rounds)

8) :

6 sc, 6 dec, 6 sc (18)

9) :

6 sc, 3 dec, 6 sc (15)

10) :

15 sc (15)

11) :

(3 sc, dec) * 3 (12)

12-14) :

12 sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Crochet 3 extra sc. Stuff the lower leg. Fold it in half and crochet 5 sc through both sides. Cut the yarn. Leave the yarn tail to sew pieces.

— ASSEMBLY :

1 :

Fix with pins and sew on the spikes.

2 :

Sew the ears between rounds 12 and 15 of the head at a distance of 13 sc.

3 :

Embroider nostrils and lashes with dark blue chenille thread.

4 :

Sew the head to the flap of the backpack.

5 :

Sew on the hind legs between rounds 8 and 11.

6 :

Sew forelegs between rounds 22 and 27.

Assembly Instructions

  • Fix with pins and sew on the spikes to the top of the head as shown in photos.
  • Sew the ears between rounds 12 and 15 of the head at a distance of 13 sc from the center.
  • Embroider nostrils and lashes with dark blue chenille thread before attaching the head to the flap.
  • Sew the head to the flap of the backpack aligning the base to the flap edge securely.
  • Sew hind legs between rounds 8 and 11 on the lower back of the backpack so they hang naturally.
  • Sew forelegs between rounds 22 and 27 so they sit at the front of the backpack as shown in photos.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds, in rows and in a spiral for the best finish.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker or a different color thread at the beginning of each round to track the start position.
  • 💡Stuff parts firmly but gradually to avoid lumps and to shape the head and legs properly.
  • 💡When changing color, crochet the yarn ends into the next row to hide tails and avoid bulky seams.
  • 💡Pin all parts before sewing to ensure correct placement and symmetry.

This playful Plush Backpack Dragon combines a functional fold-over backpack with a cuddly dragon head and limbs. Perfect for gifting, playtime, or a charming nursery accessory. 🐉🧶✨

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FAQs

What is the finished size of the backpack?

The finished backpack measures approximately 21 cm wide (8.2") and 24 cm high (9.4"), as noted in the pattern.

Can I use a different yarn weight or hook size?

You can, but changing yarn weight or hook size will affect the final size and texture. If using a different yarn, choose an appropriate hook and make a gauge swatch.

Where should I place the safety eyes?

Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8 of the head with a distance of 10 sc between them, as specified in the pattern.