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Amigurumi Lizard Priest – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Lizard Priest – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Bring a touch of mysticism to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Lizard Priest pattern! Whether you love fantasy-inspired characters, mythical creatures, or simply enjoy crafting unique amigurumi designs, this free pattern lets you stitch up an enigmatic reptilian figure with a regal aura. With its wise expression, flowing robes, and delicate details, this amigurumi creation embodies the wisdom and mystery of an ancient lizard priest. Perfect for storytelling, tabletop gaming accessories, or simply adding a mythical twist to your crochet projects, this design is a captivating addition to any collection!

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to personalize your lizard priest with different robe designs, embroidered symbols, or even tiny accessories like a magical staff or enchanted book. Experiment with rich earthy tones or mystical jewel shades, craft a majestic pose that radiates authority, or even create an entire order of mystical reptilian priests with unique personalities! Whether gifted to a fantasy-loving friend, displayed as part of a magical setting, or stitched up just for the joy of creativity, this amigurumi lizard priest is a fascinating and spellbinding project—one stitch at a time! 🦎🧶✨

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🦎 Amigurumi Lizard Priest – FREE Crochet Pattern

Bring mystical charm to your amigurumi collection with this regal Lizard Priest! With textured skin, vibrant eyes, a majestic embroidered cloak, and staff in hand, this dignified creature makes the perfect fantasy-themed companion.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – Involves shaping, color changes, embroidery, and finger/toe detailing.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 25–28 cm (10–11 inches) tall using DK weight yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • DK weight cotton or acrylic yarn in:

    • Light Green (main body)

    • Olive Green (belly scales and accents)

    • Dark Brown (claws and tail stripes)

    • Golden Yellow (eye ridges and cloak detail)

    • Deep Red (cloak base)

  • Small amount of Black yarn for nostrils

  • Crochet hook: 2.75 mm

  • Embroidery needle & tapestry needle

  • Safety eyes: 14 mm black with white felt backing (optional: crochet eye whites)

  • Stitch marker

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Pipe cleaner (optional, for poseable staff hand)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
ch – Chain
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off

🦎 Head (Light Green)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–12. sc around (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    14–18. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    Insert safety eyes between Rnds 10–11, about 6 sts apart.

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Stuff firmly.

  11. dec x6 (6), FO, close hole.

👁️ Eye Ridges (Make 2 – Yellow)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. sc around (12)
    FO, leave tail for sewing. Sew above each eye.

🦴 Body (Light Green with Olive Green belly)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)
    11–18. sc around with color changes to Olive Green on front side

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff well.

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  9. dec x6 (6) FO.

🦎 Arms (Make 2)

Light Green

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–10. sc around (12)
    Change to Dark Brown for claws:

  3. (1 sc, ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next st) x3 for 3 claws
    FO, stuff lightly and sew to sides of the body.

🦎 Legs (Make 2)

Light Green

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)

  4. (4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
    8–10. sc around (15)
    Toes: (ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc, sc, sl st in next st) x3
    FO, stuff and sew angled outward.

🌀 Tail (Green with Brown Stripes)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. sc around (9)
    Repeat 1–2 color stripes:
    4–25. Continue sc around, increasing every 4 rows by 3 sts total
    Stuff lightly. Curve slightly and sew to back base.

🧥 Cloak (Red with Yellow Embroidery)

  1. Ch 31, turn
    2–18. sc in rows with simple decreases at ends to shape cape
    Border: sl st around in Yellow
    Embroider golden symbol (cross or ornamental shape) with duplicate stitch
    FO and attach to back and shoulders.

🪄 Staff

Use brown yarn or wrap a wooden skewer with single crochet stitches. Optional: glue a bead or crochet a mini orb on top. Insert wire if making hand poseable.

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Sew arms, legs, tail to body

  • Attach cloak and sew shoulders

  • Embroider small nostrils and mouth using black thread

  • Adjust eye positioning with felt backing if not using safety eyes

  • Optional: Lightly brush yarn with soft toothbrush for scaled texture

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Make in blue or red for a fire/water priest look

  • Add a crystal orb to the staff

  • Stitch runes or embroidery to the cloak’s edge

  • Add wire inside tail for flexible posing

Your wise little Lizard Priest is ready to guard ancient secrets and guide your crochet kingdom! 🦎✨


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