Welcome to the adorable and adventurous world of amigurumi! 🦖✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for a Dinosaur Keychain—a tiny and charming creation perfect for dino lovers, playful accessories, or anyone who enjoys crafting expressive and miniature plush designs! 🌿 Whether you love stitching up prehistoric creatures, creating textured and detailed figures, or simply want to add a cute dinosaur keychain to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with tiny spikes, stubby legs, and a touch of Jurassic charm! 💖
This design embraces vibrant colors, rounded shapes, and delightful details to bring a joyful and adventurous presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Dinosaur Keychain turns out just right—ready to dangle from your bag, keys, or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out earthy greens, soft blues, or playful purples, and let’s stitch up an irresistibly cute dinosaur keychain! 🦕
🦖 Amigurumi Dinosaur Keychain – FREE Crochet Pattern
Stomp into cuteness with this roarsome Amigurumi Dinosaur Keychain! With its round snout, soft spikes, and tiny toes, this chubby dino is the perfect companion for bags, backpacks, or gifts. Compact in size but full of charm, it’s a quick and satisfying project for dino lovers of all ages!
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Uses basic stitches, shaping, and small parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4–5 inches (10–12 cm) tall when using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook — perfect for a keychain or bag charm.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or sport weight):
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Green (main body)
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Beige (belly)
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Terracotta or pink (feet, spikes)
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White (teeth)
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Black (embroidery or small safety eyes)
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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8 mm safety eyes
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Keychain ring & lobster clasp (optional)
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Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loops Only
🧠 Head & Body (worked as one)
With green yarn:
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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)
5–9. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
– Insert safety eyes between R6–7, 5 sts apart
– Embroider or stitch small white triangles for teeth at bottom edge -
inc x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
14–17. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, close hole, weave in tail
🦶 Feet (x2 Front, x2 Back)
With green yarn and terracotta/pink for sole:
Sole:
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With accent color: MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
Change to green: -
sc around
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(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
FO, stuff lightly, sew front feet under body and back feet to the base behind
💪 Arms (x2)
With green yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
2–4. sc around
FO and sew to each side of upper body
🪙 Belly Patch
With beige yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
FO, flatten into oval and sew to front of tummy
🔺 Spikes (Make 4–5 small)
With terracotta yarn:
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MR, 4 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
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sc around
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(1 sc, dec) x2 (4), FO
Flatten slightly and sew from back of head down the spine to tail
👀 Eyes & Face
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Use safety eyes or black yarn knots
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Embroider nostrils or lines for expression
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Sew or glue tiny white triangles for teeth
🔑 Keychain Loop (Optional)
Ch 10 with green yarn
Sl st to form a loop
Sew to top of head
Attach to keyring or lobster clasp
💡 Customization Ideas
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Make in pastel colors for a baby dino
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Add embroidery on the belly
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Turn into a rattle by inserting a small bell inside
This tiny dinosaur is ready for adventures! Clip it on your keys or gift it to a prehistoric pal. 🧶🦕💚
