Dinosaur Crochet Patterns: The Dinofly

I have a dinosaur-obsessed kid who also LOVES stuffed toys. He calls them his “buddies”, and his collection has almost entirely taken over his bed. That’s why I love dinosaur crochet patterns.

This free crochet pattern was inspired by my boy, who loves anything quirky and different. The Dinofly (dinosaur+butterfly) is a cute crochet pattern that will set imaginations alight.

When I was learning to crochet, I relied on free crochet patterns and crochet patterns for beginners. If you’re in the same boat or just want some quick crochet projects, you might enjoy my Bobble Basket, Bobble Fringe Bag, or Halloween Earrings.

When I started making toys, I scoured the internet for free amigurumi crochet patterns. If you want something easy or are looking for a quick crochet project, you might like my Crochet Pocket Frog. I also have some amigurumi patterns (and other fun options) in my Etsy shop.

So, I hope you enjoy making your own Dinofly as much as I enjoyed designing it.

Dinosaur Crochet Patterns For Beginners

There are so many free dinosaur crochet patterns out there, but here is one with a sweet twist!

Supplies

If you’re using cotton: 2.5mm hook and DK cotton (I used Raaesah)

If you’re using acrylic: 4mm hook and DK yarn (I used Charity)

Stuffing

Needle for sewing

Crochet Abbreviations (US terms)

mr – magic ring

sc – single crochet

sc inc – single crochet increase (work 2 single crochet in the same stitch)

inv dec – invisible decrease (work 2 stitches together in the front loop only)

Notes

This pattern is worked in the round using a stitch marker.

You can use almost any yarn you like; just use the appropriate hook size.

Dinofly Free Crochet Pattern

Body

Stuff as you go

Round 1: 4 sc in a mr (4)

Round 2-3: sc in each stitch around (4) {2 rounds}

Round 4: [sc, sc inc] x 2 (6)

Round 5-6: sc in each stitch around (6) {2 rounds}

Round 7: [2sc, sc inc] x 2 (8)

Round 8-9: sc in each stitch around (8) {2 rounds}

Round 10: [3sc, sc inc] x 2 (10)

Round 11: sc in each stitch around (10)

Round 12: [4sc, sc inc] x 2 (12)

Round 13-17: sc in each stitch around (12) {5 rounds}

Round 18: [5sc, sc inc] x 2 (14)

Round 19: [6sc, sc inc] (16)

Round 20: [7sc, sc inc] x 2 (18)

Round 21: [8sc, sc inc] x 2 (20)

Round 22: [9sc, sc inc] x 2 (22)

Round 23-30: sc in each stitch around (22) {8 rounds}

Round 31: [9sc, inv dec] x 2 (20)

Round 32: [8sc, inv dec] x 2 (18)

Round 33: 7sc, inv dec] x 2 (16)

Round 34: [6sc, inv dec] x 2 (14)

Round 35: [5sc, inv dec] x 2 (12)

Round 36: [4sc, inv dec] x 2 (10)

Round 37-40: sc in each stitch around (10) {4 rounds}

Round 41: (sc, sc inc) x 5 (15)

Round 42-45: sc in each stitch around (15) {4 rounds}

Round 46: [sc, inv dec] x 5 (10)

Round 47: inv dec x 5 (5)

Leave a long tail. Using your needle, sew the nose closed. It doesn’t have to be to neat because you are going to sew the nose section over the join.

Nose

Round 1: 5 sc in a mr (5)

Round 2: sc inc around (10)

Round 3-4: sc in each stitch around (10) {2 rounds}

Stuff lightly and sew it onto the face.

Legs (make 4)

Round 1: 10 sc in a Mr (10)

Round 2-3: sc in each stitch around (10) {2 rounds}

Round 4: [3sc, inv dec] x 2 (5)

Round 5: sc in each stitch around (5)

Leave a long tail. Stuff lightly and sew each leg onto the body.

Wings (make 4)

Round 1: 3 sc in a mr (3)

Round 2: sc in each stitch around (3)

Round 3: sc inc around (6)

Round 4: [sc, sc inc] x 3 (9)

Round 5: [2sc, sc inc] x 3 (12)

Round 6: sc in each stitch around (12)

Round 7: [sc, sc inc] x 6 (18)

Round 8-12: sc in each stitch around (18) {5 rounds}

Round 13: [sc, inv dec] x 6 (12)

Round 14: sc in each stitch around (12)

Leave a long tail. Sew the 4 wings together. I found it easier to sew 2 together and then join each completed “wing” together by sewing down the middle. Then sew the completed wings onto the body.

Details

You can personalize your Dinofly as much or as little as you like. I embroidered eyes but otherwise kept it simple. You could change up the wing colour or add details like spots.

If free crochet dinosaur patterns are your thing. I hope you love this one!