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Amigurumi Black Dragon – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Black Dragon – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Creating an amigurumi black dragon is an enchanting journey that combines creativity, skill, and a dash of whimsy! 🐉✨ There’s something truly magical about watching a humble ball of yarn transform into a mythical creature right before your eyes. As someone who adores both crocheting and fantasy, I find immense joy in crocheting these little dragons. Each stitch brings the creature to life, and the anticipation builds as you see its personality slowly emerge. The beauty of amigurumi is that it allows for endless customization, so you can let your imagination take flight and create a dragon that is uniquely yours, whether it’s fierce and majestic or cute and cuddly.

The process of crafting a black dragon amigurumi pattern is an adventure on its own. It usually starts with selecting just the right yarn—something that captures the deep, mysterious shades of a dragon’s scales. 🧶 From there, it’s all about following or even designing a pattern that suits your style. The challenge lies in shaping the dragon’s features, from its fearsome snout to the delicate wings. Each element, such as the claws, tail, and horns, offers an opportunity to add your own flair. As you crochet, it’s exciting to see all these elements come together into a cohesive, delightful creation. Adding the final touches, like shiny eyes or a touch of embroidery for extra detail, is always my favorite part, as it brings the dragon’s character to life. With every dragon I create, there’s a sense of accomplishment and magic, knowing I’ve made something truly special with my own hands.

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🐉 Amigurumi Black Dragon Crochet Pattern

This mighty black dragon, with fierce horns and majestic wings, brings fantasy to life! A stunning amigurumi companion for fans of dragons, mythology, or magical storytelling.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – Includes shaping, color changes, and separate parts for horns, wings, and spikes.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) long using worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm crochet hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted or DK yarn:

    • Black (main body, limbs, wings)

    • Beige or tan (belly, claws, horns, spikes)

  • 10–12 mm safety eyes or embroidered eyes

  • Crochet hook (2.5–3.5 mm)

  • Polyester fiberfill

  • Stitch marker

  • Wire (optional for poseable tail/wings – advanced)

  • Tapestry needle

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🐲 Head (Black)

  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 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    12–16. sc (36)
    – Place safety eyes between R10–11, 7–8 sts apart

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

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Start stuffing

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

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

  11. dec x6 (6), FO and close

🐉 Neck & Body (Black → Beige 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)
    6–9. sc (30)

  6. Switch to beige: sc (30)
    11–14. sc (30)

  7. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  8. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    17–20. sc (18)

  9. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    – Stuff as you go

  10. dec x6 (6), FO

🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Black with Beige Claws)

  1. MR with beige, 6 sc

  2. sc (6)

  3. Switch to black: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    4–8. sc (9)
    – Stuff lightly

  4. dec x3, sc x3 (6), FO and close

🐾 Legs (Make 2 – Black with Beige Claws)

  1. MR with beige, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. sc (12)

  4. Switch to black: (1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
    5–8. sc (8)
    – Stuff and FO

🐉 Tail (Black → Beige tip)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–18. sc (9)
    – Switch to beige for tip if desired
    – FO, stuff lightly and shape with curve

🐚 Belly Spikes (Beige – Make 6–8)

  1. ch 4

  2. sc in 2nd ch, sc, sl st
    – FO and sew evenly down the belly and tail

🦴 Horns (Make 2 – Beige)

  1. MR, 4 sc
    2–3. sc (4)

  2. (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
    5–6. sc (6)
    – FO and sew symmetrically to head

🦇 Wings (Make 2 – Black)

Wing Base:

  1. ch 10

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across (9)

  3. ch 1, turn, dec, sc x5, dec (7)

  4. ch 1, turn, dec, sc x3, dec (5)

  5. ch 1, turn, sc across (5)
    – FO and shape into triangle
    – Optional: crochet “fingers” or stitch detail for webbing

🧷 Assembly Instructions

  1. Sew head to body

  2. Attach arms and legs to sides and bottom of body

  3. Attach tail securely at back

  4. Sew on horns and belly spikes

  5. Attach wings to the back, positioned behind arms

  6. Embroider eye detail if not using safety eyes

  7. Optional: Wire support for wings/tail for posable result

💡 Optional Add-ons

  • Add glitter yarn to wings or belly for a magical look

  • Use safety cat eyes or slit-pupil eyes for realism

  • Embroider small nostrils or fire swirls

This majestic black dragon is the ultimate fantasy companion for crafters and dreamers alike. Whether it’s perched on your shelf or guarding your books, it’s sure to inspire magic. 🖤🐉


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