Welcome to the dazzling and whimsical world of amigurumi! 🦋✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for a Rainbow Dragonfly—a vibrant and enchanting creation perfect for nature lovers, fantasy-inspired collections, or anyone who enjoys crafting colorful and delicate plush designs! 🌈 Whether you love stitching up winged wonders, creating textured and dynamic figures, or simply want to add a radiant dragonfly to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with shimmering wings, graceful curves, and a touch of rainbow magic! 💖
This design embraces bold hues, intricate shaping, and playful details to bring a joyful and ethereal presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Rainbow Dragonfly turns out just right—ready to flutter into your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out dazzling blues, fiery oranges, or soft pastels, and let’s stitch up a mesmerizing dragonfly! 🦋
🐉 Amigurumi Rainbow Dragonfly – Free Crochet Pattern
Brighten up your space with this vibrant and whimsical amigurumi rainbow dragonfly! With its colorful striped body and delicate textured wings, this delightful insect is a perfect decor piece for nature lovers and crochet enthusiasts alike.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires color changes, shaping, and sewing of multiple parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 18–22 cm (7–9 inches) long using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK weight or light worsted):
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Multiple rainbow colors (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)
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Light gray or white (for wings)
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Brown or black (eye detail)
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Other Supplies:
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
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Optional: thin floral wire for leg structure
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🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
🪲 BODY
Work in a continuous spiral. Alternate rainbow colors every 3–4 rows.
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18) -
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
8–16. sc around (24) – switch colors as desired -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
18–22. sc around (18) -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
24–28. sc around (12) -
dec x6 (6)
FO and close. Stuff firmly.
👁 EYES (Make 2)
With brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc around (9)
FO, lightly stuff, and sew to each side of the head.
🪶 WINGS (Make 4)
With light gray or white yarn:
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Ch 20
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Starting in 2nd ch from hook: sc 4, hdc 4, dc 6, hdc 4, sc 1
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Turn and work along the other side of the chain in reverse: sc 1, hdc 4, dc 6, hdc 4, sc 4
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FO and weave in ends. Shape into a leaf/wing form.
Repeat for all four wings.
Optional: Add a line of slip stitches down the center for a “vein” detail.
🦵 LEGS (Make 6)
Use any dark or neutral color:
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Ch 13
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Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st across
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FO and sew 3 legs to each side of the body.
Optional Tip: Insert thin floral wire into each leg before sewing to make poseable.
🧷 Assembly
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Sew eyes symmetrically on each side of the head.
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Flatten and stitch wings securely to the top of the body (two pairs).
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Position and sew the legs to the underside of the body.
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Weave in all ends neatly.
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add glitter thread or embroidery to the wings for extra sparkle
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Use ombré yarn for natural color transitions
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Hang the dragonfly from a mobile or use as a whimsical ornament
Let this colorful rainbow dragonfly bring charm and cheer wherever it lands! 🧚♀️🌈
