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Amigurumi Chimera – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Chimera – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Step into the world of mythical wonders with this Amigurumi Chimera crochet pattern! Inspired by ancient legends, the chimera is a fascinating creature often depicted as a fusion of a lion, goat, and dragon, symbolizing strength and mystery. Now, you can bring this legendary beast to life in adorable amigurumi form! With its unique combination of features, expressive details, and whimsical charm, this crochet chimera captures the essence of fantasy in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for mythology lovers, adding a touch of magic to your handmade collection, or simply enjoy making intricate amigurumi designs, this pattern is sure to spark creativity and imagination! 🦁🐉✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different color combinations, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like miniature horns or wings for extra personality. Craft a classic chimera with bold, fiery hues, create a pastel version for a softer aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of mythical creatures for a stunning display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a mystical accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Chimera is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade enchantment to every stitch! 🧶💖

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🐲 Amigurumi Chimera – FREE Crochet Pattern

This majestic chimera blends the best of mythic beasts—lion, goat, and dragon—into a regal guardian figure! With curling horns, a fluffy mane, fierce paws, and bat-like wings, it’s a fantasy masterpiece for display or imaginative play. 🧶🦁🐐🐉

✨ Skill Level
Advanced – Combines shaping, color changes, sculptural horns, loop stitch, and wired wings.

📏 Finished Size
Approx. 12–14 inches (30–35 cm) tall using worsted yarn and a 3.5–4.0 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (Worsted weight):

    • Color A: Cream or ivory (main body/head)

    • Color B: Gray (horns, paw tips)

    • Color C: Reddish brown (mane, tail tip)

    • Color D: Light pink + blue (wings)

  • Crochet hook: 3.5–4.0 mm

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Safety eyes (10–12 mm)

  • Wire for wing support (optional)

  • Stitch markers

  • Tapestry needle

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FLO – Front Loop Only
BLO – Back Loop Only
LOOP ST – Loop Stitch
FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–9. sc around

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    11–14. sc around

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

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

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

  9. dec x6 (6), FO and close
    Insert safety eyes between Rnds 7–8.

Snout:

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–4. sc around, flatten and sew centered below eyes.

Ears (Make 2):

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)

  3. sc around
    Flatten and sew on sides of head.

🐐 Horns (Make 2)

With Color B:

  1. MR, 4 sc
    2–12. sc around (slightly shaping curl as you go)
    FO, lightly stuff and coil. Stitch to top of head behind ears.

🦁 Mane

With Color C:
Attach yarn around neck and work in LOOP ST around entire neckline:

Loop Stitch Mane (Crocheted directly or made separately):

  • Ch 8

  • Row 1: LOOP ST across

  • Row 2: sc across
    Repeat 5–6 panels and stitch around neck if not working directly.

🐾 Body

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–10. sc around

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    12–22. sc around

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

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

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Stuff firmly. FO and sew to base of head.

🐾 Legs (Make 4)

Start with Color B for paw:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around
    Switch to Color A:
    5–10. sc around
    Stuff and sew 2 in front, 2 in back for seated posture.

🐉 Wings (Make 2)

Wing Base (Color D):

  1. Ch 12

  2. sc in 2nd ch and across (11)
    3–10. Decrease 1 each row to form triangle
    FO.

Wing Fingers (Color A + Blue for edge):

  • Ch 8–10 for “bones”

  • Surface crochet or stitch across each triangle side

  • Add blue edging around for contrast
    Wire can be inserted before final stitch-down for shaping.
    Sew to back shoulders.

🦁 Tail

With Color A:

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–12. sc around
    Stuff lightly

Tail tip (Color C):

  • Make 5–6 LOOP ST rows in flat panel

  • Stitch around end of tail for fuzzy tuft
    Attach to rear center.

✂️ Assembly

  1. Attach head to body

  2. Add ears, horns, and eyes

  3. Stitch legs evenly for seated pose

  4. Attach mane, tail, and wings

  5. Embroider nostrils and mouth if desired

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add goat legs in the rear or serpent tail for true chimera lore

  • Use fuzzy yarn for extra shaggy mane

  • Add a fire breath effect with yarn strands

Your mighty mythical Chimera is complete! Proud, powerful, and perfect for guarding your creative realm. 🧶🦁🐐🐉


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