Unleash your inner fantasy crafter with the Amigurumi Black Dragon, a bold and mystical crochet creation that’s sure to make a powerful impression! 🐉🧶 With its sleek black body, dramatic wings, and fierce yet friendly expression, this handmade dragon is perfect for fans of mythical creatures and magical storytelling. Whether perched on a bookshelf, guarding a treasure trove of yarn, or gifted to a fellow fantasy lover, it’s a striking addition to any collection.
Ideal for crocheters who love sculptural shapes and imaginative themes, this pattern invites you to explore texture, detail, and personality in every stitch. Add glowing eyes, customize the wing span, or stitch up a whole flight of dragons in different colors. The Amigurumi Black Dragon is a thrilling way to stitch up adventure, creativity, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🧵✨🔥
🐉 Amigurumi Black Dragon Crochet Pattern
Bring fantasy to life with this majestic black dragon — graceful, detailed, and full of character.
With curved horns, layered spikes, four claws on each foot, rounded wings, and a narrow beige belly stripe, this dragon will be the crown jewel of your collection.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Advanced
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 11–12 in (28–30 cm) long using DK or light-worsted yarn and a 2.75–3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK or light-worsted yarn
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Black – body, limbs, wings (~70 g)
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Beige/Tan – belly, horns, claws, spikes (~40 g)
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Crochet hook 2.75–3 mm
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10–12 mm amber or brown safety eyes
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker
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Optional: 1.5–2 mm aluminum or floral wire (for posable version)
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Floral or electrical tape (to blunt wire ends)
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
🐲 Head (Black – Extended Snout)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–R11: sc around (30)
R12: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R13–R18: sc around (36)
→ Place safety eyes between R11–R12, 7 sts apart, angled slightly outward.
R19: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R20: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
→ Begin stuffing firmly.
R21: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R22: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R23: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close opening.
Shape the snout by gently pinching the front longer than wide.
🦴 Horns (Beige)
Large Horns (Make 2)
R1: MR, 4 sc (4)
R2–R3: sc (4)
R4: (sc, inc) ×2 (6)
R5–R7: sc (6)
R8: (2 sc, inc) ×2 (8)
R9–R11: sc (8)
R12: (3 sc, inc) ×2 (10)
R13–R14: sc (10)
FO, stuff lightly, and curve backward.
Small Horns (Make 2)
R1: MR, 4 sc (4)
R2–R4: sc (4)
R5: (1 sc, inc) ×2 (6)
FO, no stuffing.
Sew large horns at top back of head, curved backward.
Sew small horns on forehead, above eyes, angled forward.
🐉 Neck & Body (Black with Beige Belly Stripe)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–R12: sc (30)
R13: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R14–R18: sc (36)
R19: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R20–R23: sc (30)
R24: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R25–R27: sc (24)
R28: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R29–R30: sc (18)
R31: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R32: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close.
Stuff as you go for a firm but flexible body.
Beige Belly Stripe:
Surface-crochet a 6–8-stitch-wide stripe down the front center from the neck base to tail base.
Keep stripe narrow and even.
🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Black with Beige 4-Claw Tips)
R1: With beige, MR, 8 sc (8)
R2: sc (8)
Switch to black.
R3: (sc, inc) ×4 (12)
R4–R10: sc (12)
R11: (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
R12–R13: sc (9)
R14: (sc, dec) ×3 (6)
FO, stuff lightly.
Shape claws with tiny beige separations.
🐾 Legs (Make 2 – Black with Beige 4-Claw Tips)
R1: With beige, MR, 8 sc (8)
R2: (sc, inc) ×4 (12)
R3–R4: sc (12)
Switch to black.
R5: (2 sc, inc) ×4 (16)
R6–R10: sc (16)
R11: (2 sc, dec) ×4 (12)
R12–R14: sc (12)
R15: (sc, dec) ×4 (8)
FO, stuff firmly.
Leg Placement:
Attach legs 4–5 sts apart at base, angled outward for a stable seated pose.
🐍 Tail (Black with Beige Spikes)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–R8: sc (18)
R9: (2 sc, dec) ×4 + sc ×2 (14)
R10–R16: sc (14)
R17: (sc, dec) ×4 + sc ×2 (10)
R18–R25: sc (10)
FO, stuff lightly, curve naturally.
🦴 Back & Tail Spikes (Beige – 14–16 pcs)
Each Spike:
ch 4
sc in 2nd ch from hook
hdc in next ch
dc in last ch
FO, leaving tail for sewing.
Sew along spine from neck to tail tip, spacing ~0.5–1 cm apart.
🪽 Wings (Black with Beige Edge – Rounded Shape)
R1: ch 18
R2: sc in 2nd ch, sc ×16 (17)
R3: ch 1, turn, dec, sc ×13, dec (15)
R4: ch 1, turn, dec, sc ×11, dec (13)
R5: ch 1, turn, sc ×12 (13)
R6: ch 1, turn, dec each end (11)
R7: ch 1, turn, sc across (11)
FO.
Beige Edge:
Join beige yarn and sl st evenly around edge.
At 3–4 top points, (ch 3, sl st in same st) to create subtle “finger” tips.
Wing Placement:
Sew wings high on upper back, near shoulders, angled slightly upward and backward.
🧷 Assembly
1️⃣ Sew head to neck, slightly forward-tilted.
2️⃣ Attach neck to front of body.
3️⃣ Sew arms below neck sides.
4️⃣ Attach legs 4–5 sts apart at base, angled outward.
5️⃣ Sew tail to back, curving upward.
6️⃣ Add spikes from neck to tail tip (0.5–1 cm apart).
7️⃣ Sew wings high on shoulders.
8️⃣ Attach horns and small forehead spikes.
9️⃣ Add beige belly stripe down center front.
⚙️ Wire-Reinforced Option (Optional)
Neck & Spine:
Insert 25–30 cm wire through neck into body before stuffing.
Bend gently into an “S” curve.
Wings:
Run wire through outer wing edge; tape ends into loops.
Sew loops inside body seam for stability.
Tail:
Insert 20–25 cm wire through tail; anchor base into body.
Shape neck and tail gently after stuffing.
Support stitches while bending.
🏰 Display & Care
Display:
Seat dragon upright with neck arched and wings lifted.
Use a flat surface or branch.
Avoid direct sunlight or heat.
Cleaning:
Dust with soft brush or air blower.
Spot clean only.
Do not machine-wash.
Air in a bag with baking soda if needed.
Handling:
Bend neck and wings slowly; avoid sharp re-bends.
Store flat or upright on soft padding.
Preservation:
Keep away from pets and moisture.
Rotate display sides periodically.
Massage gently to even out stuffing.
🎁 Final Notes
Your Black Dragon is complete — detailed, balanced, and full of presence.
From its long snout and slim belly stripe to its rounded wings and elegant horns, every feature brings mythical grace to your handmade creation.
🖤🐉 A true guardian for any fantasy collection.
