This adorable Crochet Dragon Ornament is perfect for holiday decorations, gifts, or craft fairs. It measures approximately 4–5 inches tall (10–13 cm) and is worked mostly in continuous rounds using basic amigurumi techniques, making it beginner-friendly and fun to create.
Materials Needed
- Worsted weight yarn (green for body, small amounts of red, white, and black)
- 3.0 mm or 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
- 6–8 mm safety eyes or black embroidery thread
- Ribbon or yarn for hanging
Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – invisible decrease
sl st – slip stitch
st – stitch
Rnd – round
Body and Head (Worked in One Piece)
Round 1: Make a magic ring and crochet 6 sc inside. (6)
Round 2: Increase in each stitch around. (12)
Round 3: Work (1 sc, inc) around. (18)
Round 4: Work (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
Rounds 5 to 10: Single crochet in each stitch around. (24)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8, about 6 stitches apart.
Round 11: Work (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
Round 12: Work (1 sc, dec) around. (12)
Stuff the head and body firmly with fiberfill.
Round 13: Decrease in each stitch around. (6)
Fasten off and close the opening neatly.
Snout
Round 1: Make a magic ring with 6 sc. (6)
Round 2: Work (1 sc, inc) three times. (9)
Round 3: Single crochet around. (9)
Lightly stuff and sew onto the front of the face. Embroider small nostrils using black yarn.
Legs (Make 4)
Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc. (6)
Round 2: Single crochet around. (6)
Fasten off, lightly stuff, and sew evenly under the body so the dragon stands balanced.
Wings (Make 2)
Chain 7.
Row 1: Starting in the second chain from hook, single crochet across. (6)
Row 2: Chain 1, turn. Decrease, 2 sc, decrease. (4)
Row 3: Chain 1, turn. Decrease, 2 sc. (3)
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach wings securely to the back of the dragon.
Tail
Chain 10.
Starting in the second chain from hook: slip stitch in next 2 chains, single crochet in next 3 chains, half double crochet in next 3 chains, double crochet in the last chain.
Sew the tail to the lower back of the body.
Optional Spikes
Attach red yarn at the top of the head. Work chain 2, slip stitch in next stitch repeating down the spine to create small spikes. Fasten off neatly.
Hanging Loop
Attach yarn to the top center of the head. Chain 15–20 stitches. Slip stitch into the same stitch to secure. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Customization Ideas
You can make pastel dragons for nursery decor, metallic dragons for Christmas ornaments, or bright rainbow dragons for craft fairs. Adding tiny beads or glitter yarn gives a magical fantasy touch. Making a full colorful dragon set can also increase engagement on your social media posts.
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