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Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern

Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a small apple-headed dinosaur named Appletosaurus with a separate head, tail, leaf, stem and decorative spots. You will work in continuous rounds and join the legs to the body for a seamless finish. The design features simple shaping and small applique spots for charm.

Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for using DK weight yarn and a 2.5mm hook to create a 10cm tall finished toy. Clear round-by-round instructions and assembly notes make construction straightforward.

Why You'll Love This Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines two of my favorite things: tiny amigurumi and playful details. I enjoy how the apple body shape gives the dino so much personality while remaining quick to crochet. The method of joining the legs into the body creates a neat, sturdy base that helps the toy stand nicely. I also love the little leaf, stem and spots — they are tiny touches that make the Appletosaurus feel finished and special.

Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customise the Appletosaurus by switching yarn colours — try pastel shades for a softer, baby-friendly version.

I often make a mini keychain version by using finer yarn and a smaller hook to create a pocket-sized pal.

Swap the green spots for contrasting tones or tiny embroidered hearts to personalise each toy for a special gift.

If you want a chunkier, cuddlier version use a bulkier DK alternative and a larger hook for a plush finish.

Change the eye style: use safety eyes for a polished look or embroider eyes for a fully baby-safe toy.

Try adding a loop at the top of the stem to turn your Appletosaurus into an ornament or backpack charm.

I sometimes embroider a tiny smile or freckles to give the dino more character and expression.

For more poseability you can insert a small length of wire into the neck before closing to allow gentle movement.

Combine multiple colourways to create a family of Appletosauruses in different sizes and patterns for displays or gift sets.

Experiment with surface crochet or embroidery on the apple body for added texture and unique designs.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can lead to losing the start of the round; place a marker at the beginning of every round to keep your counts accurate. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually can create lumps and uneven shape; stuff a little at a time and shape as you go to maintain a smooth body curve. ✗ Attaching legs without counting stitches precisely will make the toy sit unevenly; count stitches carefully and position legs evenly before sewing or joining. ✗ Placing safety eyes too late can make insertion awkward; insert safety eyes between rounds 7 - 8 of the head before stuffing and closing to ensure correct placement. ✗ Pulling the finishing tail too tightly while closing can distort the top of the body; follow the invisible close steps and make a few securing stitches at the bottom to retain the tummy shape.

Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Appletosaurus amigurumi — a sweet apple-shaped dino perfect for gifting or decorating. This pattern walks you through each round and assembly step so you can crochet a neat, balanced toy with lovely little leaf and spots. Ideal if you enjoy small, detailed amigurumi projects that combine simple shaping with playful details.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Appletosaurus Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Stylecraft Special DK - Matador (main red color)
  • 02
    Stylecraft Special DK - Grass Green (accent green for leaf and spots)
  • 03
    Stylecraft Special DK - Gingerbread (brown for stem)
  • 04
    DK weight yarn (Stylecraft Special DK recommended)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.5 mm Crochet Hook
  • 02
    Two 6mm safety eyes
  • 03
    Stitch markers
  • 04
    Yarn needle
  • 05
    Fibrefill

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— Techniques :

Info :

How to close amigurumi invisibly 1. Insert needle in the FLO of each stitch around 2. Pull tight to close 3. Insert needle through centre exiting a few rounds down 4. Weave in the end and admire your work!

Info :

How to decrease invisibly 1. Insert hook into FLO of first stitch 2. Insert hook into FLO of next stitch 3. Yarn over and pull through two loops 4. Yarn over and pull through two loops again. Invisible decrease complete!

— Legs (make four) :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc each st around (12)

Round 3 :

in BLO sc each st around (12)

Round 4 :

sc each st around (12)

Info :

Cut yarn and weave in ends

— Body :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc each st around (12)

Round 3 :

*1sc, inc* rep 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

*2sc, inc* rep 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

2sc, with the body still on your hook (photo 2) Insert hook through any st in leg 1 and through the next st of rnd 4 (photo 3) complete sc, complete a further 2sc in this way, 3sc, 3sc through leg 2 and rnd 4, 3sc, 3sc through leg 3 and rnd 4, 3sc, 3sc through leg 4 and rnd 4, sc (24)

Round 6 :

2sc, 9sc around leg 1, 3sc, 9sc around leg 2, 3sc, 9sc around leg 3, 3sc, 9sc around leg 4, sc (48)

Round 7-11 :

sc each st around (48) (5 rnds)

Round 12 :

*7sc, inc* rep 6 times (54)

Round 13-20 :

sc each st around (54) (8 rnds)

Round 21 :

*7sc, dec* rep 6 times (48)

Round 22 :

*6sc, dec* rep 6 times (42)

Round 23 :

*5sc, dec* rep 6 times (36)

Info :

Start to stuff firmly and continue to stuff as we decrease.

Round 24 :

*4sc, dec* rep 6 times (30)

Round 25 :

*3sc, dec* rep 6 times (24)

Round 26 :

*2sc, dec* rep 6 times (18)

Info :

Stop stuffing here.

Round 27 :

sc each st around (18)

Round 28 :

*1sc, dec* rep 6 times (12)

Round 29 :

sc each st around (12)

Round 30 :

dec 6 times (6)

Info :

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Complete invisible close up to step 2 (photo 6) Insert the needle into the centre, push it through the body coming out directly at the bottom (photo 7 and 8) Pull the yarn tight making a dip in the top of the body (photo 9) Make a few sts on the bottom to secure. This should also raise the tummy slightly. Weave in ends.

— Head :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc each st around (12)

Round 3 :

*1sc, inc* rep 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

*2sc, inc* rep 6 times (24)

Round 5-9 :

sc each st around (24) (5 rnds)

Round 10 :

6sc, *sc, dec* rep 4 times, 6sc (20)

Round 11 :

4sc, *sc, dec* rep 4 times, 4sc (16)

Info :

Insert safety eyes between rnds 7 - 8 ten sts apart so they appear either side of the head.

Round 12-18 :

sc each st around (16) (7 Rnds)

Info :

Finish the final rnd with a slst to join. Cut yarn leaving a long tail.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

*sc, inc* rep 3 times (9)

Round 3-4 :

sc each st around (9) (2 rnds)

Round 5 :

*2sc, inc* rep 3 times (12)

Round 6-7 :

sc each st around (12) (2 rnds)

Info :

Continue with head rounds below to finish head and tail.

Round 8 :

*3sc, inc* rep 3 times (15)

Round 9-10 :

sc each st around (15) (2 rnds)

Round 11 :

6sc, 3inc, 6sc (18)

Round 12-13 :

sc each st around (18) (2 rnds)

Info :

Finish the final rnd with a slst to join. Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Head and tail shown in (photo 10).

— Leaf :

Round 1 :

ch8, sc in 2nd st from hook, hdc, dc, dc, dcinc, dc, hdc, sc, slst in 2nd ch from hook, sc) Now working down the other side of the ch, hdc, dc, dcinc, dc, hdc, sc, slst to join (16)

Info :

Cut yarn leaving a long tail.

— Stem :

Row 1 :

Ch10, slst in 2nd ch from hook, 8slst (9)

Info :

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Leaf and stem shown in (photo 11).

— Spots :

Small Spots (make two) :

Rnd 1 6sc in MR close with a slst (6). Cut yarn leaving a long tail.

Medium Spots (make two) :

Rnd 1 8sc in MR close with slst (8). Cut yarn leaving a long tail.

Large Spots (make two) :

Rnd 1 6sc in MR (6). Rnd 2 inc each st around close with slst (12). Cut yarn leaving a long tail.

— Assembly :

Info :

We will use the long tails to attach everything. Using a few small sts attach the leaf half way up the stem (photo 13) then sew in the centre of the dip (photo 14 and 15).

Info :

Stuff head firmly and sew over rnds 18 - 22. You may need to adjust this positioning if you find your Appletosaurus won’t balance correctly. (photo 16)

Info :

Stuff tail firmly and sew over rnds 14 - 19 ensuring the 3 increases from rnd 11 are towards the top (photo 17).

Info :

Sew the spots on each side towards the rear (photo 18).

Assembly Instructions

  • Using a few small sts attach the leaf half way up the stem then sew in the centre of the dip to secure the leaf placement (photo 13, photo 14 and 15).
  • Stuff head firmly and sew the head over rounds 18 - 22 of the body; adjust placement to ensure the Appletosaurus balances correctly (photo 16).
  • Stuff tail firmly and sew the tail over rounds 14 - 19, positioning so the three increases from round 11 are towards the top of the tail for correct shaping (photo 17).
  • Sew the spots on each side towards the rear of the body using the long tails left from each spot piece (photo 18).
  • Use the long tails from pieces to sew everything securely and weave in ends; make small securing stitches through the bottom to stabilize the tummy dip.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the start of each round, especially when working in continuous rounds and joining legs to the body.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and firmly as instructed; start stuffing before decreases and stop stuffing where noted to shape the body correctly.
  • 💡Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 - 8 of the head before stuffing to ensure correct placement and secure fastening.
  • 💡Weave in tails and secure closures with the invisible close method for a neat finish and slightly raised tummy.

This Appletosaurus is a sweet little handmade companion full of personality, perfect for gifts or desk decor. 🍎🧸 The pattern includes clear round-by-round instructions, small applique spots, a leaf and stem for charming detail. 🌿 Enjoy making this tiny dino and share your finished makes with friends and family — happy crocheting! 🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

If made using the suggested yarn and 2.5mm hook, the finished product is approximately 10 cm tall.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight, but the final size will vary; use an appropriate hook size for the yarn you choose to maintain stitch definition and shape.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, decreases and working in rounds is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience and how much time you spend on assembly and finishing.

When should I insert safety eyes?

Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8 of the head before you start stuffing to ensure correct placement and a secure fit.