This red heart crochet adorable guide walks through the key details from the source pattern. Create warm dinosaur toys with this crochet pattern, perfect for new makers and seasoned crafters alike. The adorable design captures the essence of these prehistoric creatures, making them a fun piece to any toy collection.
Using the Red Heart Super Saver O’Go yarn, you’ll find that the colors are perfectly arranged for easy separation and use. This not only simplifies the process but also boosts the final look of your project.
Red Heart Crochet Adorable: Understanding the Toy’s Construction
The dinosaur toys are crafted using a series of rounds, start with a small base that expands into the body. The pattern is made to grow in size with each round, incorporating increases that shape the body, legs. Head. This method allows for a seamless and cohesive look as you work your way up.
Each toy consists of various components—body, legs, head, and tail—each created apart and then assembled. This modular approach not only simplifies the process but also allows for customization in colors and styles.
Managing Color Changes Effectively for This Toys
This pattern makes use of many colors that can be fast separated. Each color transition allows for a smooth and organized crafting experience. It is listed to pull apart and cut at the color transition points to prepare each section for use.
For best results, check placing each color section in its own resealable bag and labeling them A, B, C, D. E. This will help you keep track of your yarn and ensure that you are using the correct colors as you follow the pattern.
Specifications for the Dinosaur Toys Pattern
Sizes & fit
Approx 6″ [15 cm] tall.
Gauge & motif dimensions
16 sc and 17 rows = 4″ [10 cm].
Hook specified in the pattern
Size U.S. F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
Materials Required for the Dinosaur Toys
Red Heart® Super Saver® O’Go™ (Prints: 5 oz/141 g; 236 yds/215 m) Peacock (7155) 1 O’Go
Instructions for Completing the Dinosaur Toys
Notes:
- To begin working with the O’Go format, carefully cut plastic tie where the ends of the O’Go meet.
- Pull tie to remove.
| Abbreviation | Meaning in the original pattern |
|---|---|
| Alt | Alternate(ing) |
| Approx | Approximately |
| Hdc | Half double crochet |
| Rem | Remaining |
| Rep | Repeat |
| Rnd(s) | Round(s) |
| RS | Right side |
| Sc | Single crochet |
| Sc2tog | Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all 3 loops on hook |
| Sl st | Slip stitch |
| Sp(s) | Space(s) |
| St(s) | Stitch(es) |
| Tog | Together |
| Y oh | Yarn over hook |
CROCHET I SKILL LEVEL: EASY
MATERIALS
Red Heart® Super Saver® O’Go™ (Prints: 5 oz/141 g; 236 yds/215 m) Peacock (7155) 1 O’Go Note: 1 O’Go makes 2 Toys Size U.S. F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Stuffing. Black embroidery floss.
- For this pattern, colors can be easily separated by gently pulling apart and cutting at the color transition. Each color is ready to use. Follow color guide shown in Materials section for each O’Go (Contrast A, B, C, D and E). You may find it helpful to place each color section in its own resealable (zip lock) bag and label each bag A, B, C, D and E
- Join all rnds with sl st to first sc. Dino 1: Color 1 – A, Color 2 – E, Color 3 – C Dino 2: Color 1 – B, Color 2 – D, Color 3 – C
BODY
With Color 1, ch 2.
1st rnd: 6 sc 2nd ch from hook. Join. 6 sc
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each of next 6 sc. Join. 12 sc.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in next sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join. 18 sc.
4th rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 2 sc. 2 sc in next st. Rep from * around. Join. 24 sc.
5th rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 3 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join. 30 sc.
6th rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 4 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join. 36 sc.
7th rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 5 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join. 42 sc.
8th rnd: Ch 1. *1 sc in each of next 6 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. Join. 48 sc. Opening for Tail: 9th rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as sl st. (1 sc in each of next 6 sc. 2 sc in next sc) twice. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc. 2 sc in next sc. (1 sc in each of next 6 sc. 2 sc in next sc) twice. Ch 10. Skip last 10 sc. Join. 44 sc and 1 ch-10 sp. Fasten off.
10th rnd: Join Color 2 with sl st to 6th ch of ch-10. Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as sl st 1 sc in each st (sc’s and ch’s) around. Join. 54 sc. 11th and 12th rnds: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with Color 1 at end of last rnd.
13th rnd: With Color 1, as 11th rnd.
14th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 7 sc. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 48 sts.
15th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with Color 2.
16th rnd: With Color 2, ch 1 (1 sc in each of next 6 sc. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 42 sts.
17th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join.
18th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 5 sts. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join with Color 1. 36 sts.
19th rnd: With Color 1, ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join.
20th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 4 sc. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 30 sts.
21st rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with Color 2.
22nd rnd: With Color 2, ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 3 sts. Sc2tog) 3 times. Join. 24 sts.
23rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join.
24th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Sc2tog) 3 times. Join. 18 sts.
25th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join Color C.
26th rnd: With Color C, ch 1. (1 sc in next 4 sc. Sc2tog) 3 times. Join. 15 sts. 27th and 28th rnds: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing head to neck. Finish stuffing Body. LEGS (make 4) With Color 1, ch 2.
1st rnd: 6 sc in ring; Join. 6 sc.
2nd rnd: Work 2 sc in each of next 6 sts. Join. 12 sc. 3rd and 4th rnds: 1 sc in each st around. Stuff leg. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing Leg to Body
TAIL
Note: Use rem of Color 1, then work with Color C to end of tail. Join Color 1 with sl st in any st of tail opening.
1st rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as sl st. 1 sc in each of next 19 sts. Join. 20 sc.
2nd rnd: 1 sc in each sc around. Join.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 8 sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join. 18 sts.
4th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 7 sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join with Color C. 16 sts.
5th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 6 sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join. 14 sts.
6th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 5 sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join. 12 sts.
7th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 4 sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join. 10 sts. Stuff Tail.
8th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join. 8 sts.
9th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join. 6 sts.
10th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in next sc. Sc2tog) twice. Join. 4 sts. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread yarn through rem sts. Pull tightly. Fasten securely.
HEAD
With Color 2, ch 2.
1st rnd: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join. 6 sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join. 12 sc.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in next sc. 2 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join. 18 sc.
4th to 8th rnds: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around.
9th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 2 sc. 2 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join. 24 sc.
10th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 3 sc. 2 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join. 30 sc.
11th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 4 sc. 2 sc in next sc) 6 times. Join. 36 sc. 12th and 13th rnds: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join.
14th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 4 sc. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 30 sts.
15th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 3 sts. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 24 sts. Note: Optional, work last 3 rnds with Color C.
16th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 18 sts. Stuff Head.
17th rnd: Ch 1. (1 sc in next sc. Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 12 sts.
18th rnd: Ch 1. (Sc2tog) 6 times. Join. 6 sts. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread yarn through rem sts. Pull tightly. Fasten securely.
SPIKES
With Color C, ch 50.
1st row: Working in back bumps only, sl st in 2nd ch from hook. *Skip next ch. (1 hdc. 1 dc. 1 hdc) in next ch. Skip next ch. Sl st in next st. Rep from * to end of chain. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
FINISHING
1. Referring to photograph as a guide to placement, sew Head to Body. 2. Referring to photograph as a guide to placement, pin Legs to bottom of Body. Sew in position. 3. Pin Spike, beg at top of Head at level with middle of eyes and follow contour of Head, Neck, Back, ending at tip of Tail. Sew in position. 4. With 2 strands of black embroidery floss, embroider smile on muzzle, approx 3 rows below last rnd of muzzle, using Back Stitch.
BACK STITCH
5. Embroider nostrils with straight stitch.
STRAIGHT STITCH
6. Embroider Eyes, using Satin Stitch.
SATIN STITCH
Frequently Asked Questions about the Dinosaur Toys
How do I ensure my gauge is correct for this pattern?
Getting the gauge right is crucial for making sure your dinosaur toys turn out the correct size. The pattern lists a gauge of 16 single crochets and 17 rows per 4 inches. It’s key to check your gauge by making a small swatch before starting the actual project.
If your gauge does not match, you may need to adjust your crochet hook size. A smaller hook will create tighter stitches, while a larger hook will yield looser stitches. Make sure to verify your gauge again after any changes.
Can I make these toys with different yarns?
While the pattern calls for Red Heart Super Saver O’Go yarn, you can experiment with other yarns. Still, keep in mind that distinct yarn weights can affect the size and look of your done toys.
If you choose to use a distinct yarn, it’s key to check that it matches the gauge named in the pattern. This will help maintain the planned size and shape of the dinosaurs.
What is the best way to stuff the toys?
Stuffing the toys is an key step that gives them shape and softness. Use polyester fiberfill or a similar stuffing material, and make sure to distribute it evenly to avoid lumps.
It’s advisable to stuff the body and head firmly but not overly tight, letting the toys to retain their shape while still being cuddly. Be sure to stuff the legs and tail as well, making sure they are proportionate to the body.
Now that you have all the details you need, gather your supplies and start making your adorable dinosaur toys. They make excellent gifts or warm decorations in a child’s room.
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