Welcome to the magical and vibrant world of amigurumi! 🐉✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Rainbow Dragon—a dazzling and mythical creation perfect for fantasy lovers, whimsical décor, or anyone who enjoys crafting expressive and legendary plush designs! 🌈 Whether you love stitching up majestic creatures, creating textured and detailed figures, or simply want to add a colorful dragon to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with swirling rainbow hues, elegant wings, and a touch of fiery charm! 🔥
This design embraces bold colors, intricate shaping, and enchanting details to bring a magical and adventurous presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Rainbow Dragon turns out just right—ready to soar into your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out radiant reds, deep blues, sunny yellows, and lush greens, and let’s stitch up a legendary dragon! 🐉
🐉 Rainbow Dragon Amigurumi – FREE Crochet Pattern
Bring fantasy to life with this lovable Rainbow Dragon! Complete with a rainbow tail, colorful wings, and cheerful horns, this intermediate-level project is full of character and charm. 💫
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, wing shaping, and part assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 12–14 inches (30–36 cm) tall using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
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Light blue (body)
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Lavender (arms/legs)
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Yellow (belly)
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Rainbow shades: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple (for spikes, tail, wings, and horns)
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White yarn (claws and fangs)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes
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Polyester fiberfill
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Scissors
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Optional: chenille wire for shaping wings
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
st/sts – Stitch(es)
FO – Fasten Off
BLO/FLO – Back/Front Loop Only
🔸 Pattern Instructions
🟡 Belly Panel (Yellow)
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Ch 11
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Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 9 sc, 3 sc in last st. Continue on other side of chain: 9 sc, ch 1, turn
3–20. sc across, ch 1, turn (adjust rows for size).
FO and sew to center of front body after shaping.
🔵 Head (Start with blue)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 8–9, about 8–10 sts apart. Embroider smile and small white fangs at the bottom edge with yarn.
🟣 Body (Lavender & blue alternating)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–13. sc around (36)
14–19. Alternate between blue and lavender in rounds -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly and FO
💙 Arms (Make 2 – lavender)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–7. sc around (12) -
(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
9–10. sc around
Stuff lightly and sew to upper sides.
💙 Legs (Make 2 – lavender)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–7. sc around (18) -
(2 sc, dec) x4 (14)
9–10. sc
Stuff, sew to bottom of body.
🌈 Tail (Rainbow stripes)
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MR, 4 sc
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inc x4 (8)
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(1 sc, inc) x4 (12)
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(2 sc, inc) x4 (16)
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Change color and repeat:
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Rounds 6–14: Add new colors every 2 rows
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(2 sc, dec) x4 (12)
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sc
FO and sew to back.
🌈 Back Spikes (Make 8–10)
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MR, 4 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
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sc around (6)
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dec x3 (3)
FO and sew along spine and tail.
Alternate rainbow colors for each spike.
🪽 Wings (Make 2 – rainbow stripes)
Top Edge (Red):
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ch 13
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sc across (12), ch 1, turn
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dec, sc 8, dec (10)
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Repeat dec rows down to 4 sts
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Continue in rainbow colors to form curved rows
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Edge with single crochet around in red
FO and attach under each arm with curved edge up.
Optional: Insert thin wire along the edge before sewing for poseable wings.
🌀 Horns (Make 2 – rainbow)
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MR, 4 sc
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inc x4 (8)
3–4. sc around -
(1 sc, dec) x2 (6)
FO and attach to top of head.
Alternate color for each round to make them rainbow!
🐾 Claws & Teeth (White)
Claws: ch 3, sl st back down
Sew 3–4 claws per foot and hand.
Fangs: Embroider 2 little white stitches at the mouth curve.
🪡 Assembly
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs
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Position tail and secure
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Add back spikes
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Attach wings beneath arms
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Sew on horns
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Embroider or glue tiny details like claws and fangs
🎉 Done!
You’ve completed your magical Rainbow Dragon Amigurumi! 🐉🌈 With its shimmering rainbow wings and charming smile, this fantasy creature is sure to spark joy in everyone who meets it.