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Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

Triceratops Noah and Poli 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 Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates two charming baby triceratops toys named Noah and Poli, complete with horns, crown, tail and optional dress accessories. The instructions include every crochet round, assembly tips and embroidery steps so you can achieve the same sweet facial expressions. Techniques used include magic ring, increases, decreases, BLO stitches and simple lace for accessories.

Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will find a full materials list with color suggestions and tool sizes, plus detailed finishing instructions for sewing and facial embroidery. Photos and placement notes help you position eyes, horns and crown accurately for the best results.

Why You'll Love This Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures so much personality in a small amigurumi form and the facial details give each triceratops a unique charm. I enjoyed designing the crown and tiny horns—they add a playful character that kids and adults adore. The pattern is detailed enough to feel rewarding while still being achievable for intermediate crocheters. I also love how customizable the design is: swap colors or add clothes to make each dinosaur your own.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize these triceratops by changing colors; try pastel palettes for a softer look or bright jewel tones for a playful version.

To make a larger or smaller dinosaur, simply change your yarn weight and adjust hook size; thicker yarn with a larger hook makes a chunky cuddly version, while finer yarn creates a tiny keychain-friendly toy.

I often add tiny embroidered freckles, blush, or felt accessories to change the personality—experiment with bows, scarves, or miniature hats.

Consider mixing yarn textures: use a soft plush yarn for the body and a smooth cotton for details to add tactile contrast.

Swap the crown for a flower crown or tiny party hat for seasonal or gift-themed variations.

I sometimes add wire inside the arms for gentle posability if I want the toy to hold small props or pose on a shelf.

For a baby-safe toy, omit safety eyes and embroider the pupils instead, ensuring all attachments are secure and knots are well hidden.

Try a duo set of contrasting colors—one muted and one vibrant—to make an adorable pair for gifting.

Make themed sets by adding tiny accessories like a bow dress, bow tie, or tiny backpack using leftover yarn scraps.

I recommend testing different stuffing levels as well: a slightly firmer stuffing gives stability, while a softer stuffing makes the toy more cuddly and plush.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping placement notes for the eyes can make the face look crooked; follow the eye placement instructions exactly and center eyes in the increase part of row 19 for symmetry. ✗ Overstuffing legs or thighs creates a bulky shape that looks unnatural; stuff gradually and keep the thigh area flatter as instructed for the correct silhouette. ✗ Ignoring BLO instructions will remove the raised detail effect; work BLO where specified to achieve the intended relief and texture. ✗ Not sewing parts with pins first causes misaligned attachments; pin each piece in place and check symmetry before sewing securely. ✗ Forgetting to leave long threads for sewing means you may not be able to attach pieces easily; always leave longer yarn tails where the pattern instructs to sew parts together.

Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

Bring adorable baby triceratops Noah and Poli to life with this detailed amigurumi pattern. You will make sweet, poseable toy dinosaurs with expressive faces, horns, crown and tiny accessories. The pattern includes full materials, stitch abbreviations, and step-by-step rounds so you can follow along easily. Perfect for gifting or adding a handmade companion to your collection.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Traditional Amigurumi yarn in colors: (8008) Quarry - one skein (main body color suggestion)
  • 02
    Traditional Amigurumi yarn in colors: (3046) Sweetness - one skein (dress/bow accents)
  • 03
    Traditional Amigurumi yarn in colors: (5745) Eucalyptus - one skein (green variations)
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    Traditional Amigurumi yarn in colors: (7564) Porcelain/Cream - one skein (accent/trim)
  • 05
    Traditional Amigurumi yarn in colors: (8176) Off white - small amount for horns and details
  • 06
    Amigurumi Soft yarn in color: (3081) Pinkish - small skein for legs/accents
  • 07
    Cléa yarn in color: (8990) Black - small skein for eye embroidery and eyelashes

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 3.0 mm
  • 03
    13 mm black safety eyes (2 pieces)
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    Scissors
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    Filling (polyester stuffing)
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    Doll needle (example: 12.5 cm)
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    Tapestry/yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
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    Safety pins for positioning pieces
  • 09
    Blush for cheeks

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— Head :

Round 1 :

AM of 8 sc (8)

Round 2 :

Inc in each sc (16)

Round 3 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 8x (24)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 8x (32)

Round 5 :

[3 sc and 1 inc] 8x (40)

Round 6 :

sc over sc (40)

Round 7 :

[4 sc and 1 inc] 8x (48)

Round 8 :

sc over sc (48)

Round 9 :

[5 sc and 1 inc] 8x (56)

Round 10 :

[6 sc and 1 inc] 8x (64)

Round 11-18 :

sc over sc - [8 rows] (64)

Round 19-24 :

sc, 16 inc, 24 sc (80)

Round 20-27 :

sc over sc - [8 rows] (80)

Round 28 :

[3 sc and 1 dec] 16x (64)

Round 29 :

sc over sc (64)

Round 30 :

[1 dec and 2 sc] 16x (48)

Round 31 :

sc over sc (48)

Round 32 :

[1 sc and 1 dec] 16x (32)

Info :

Close with sl st and cut a longer thread so you can sew the head to the body. Place the eyes between rows 16 and 17 separated by 6 sc visible between them. Be careful when placing the eyes, it's important to take into account the increases on round 19 so they don't get crooked. Leave the eyes centered in the increase part of row 19. (TIP: when placing the locks, press them until the second step of the eyes, this way they will be deeper, nicer and safer).

— White of Eyes :

Round 1 :

Use double Amigurumi yarn in color WHITE to make the whites of the eyes. Introduce the needle in the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread to be able to tie a few knots at the end), leave with it right in the corner of the eye (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye). (See picture 1).

Round 2 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the lower part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head. (See images 2 and 3).

Round 3 :

Now leave with the needle in the corner of the second eye (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye).

Round 4 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the lower part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head and then pull the two threads a little and tie 2 knots. (See images 4, 5, 6 and 7).

— Black Eye Embroidery :

Round 1 :

Use the double Cléa yarn in the color BLACK to make the black eye embroidery. Introduce the needle in the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread to be able to tie a few knots at the end), leave with it right in the corner of the eye (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye). Look at images 1 and 2.

Round 2 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the upper part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head. (Look at the pictures 3).

Round 3 :

Now leave with the needle in the corner of the second eye (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye, as shown in image 5).

Round 4 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the upper part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head and then pull the threads a little and tie 2 knots. (See images 8).

— Eyelash :

Round 1 :

YOU ONLY NEED TO DO THE EYELASHES IF THE PET IS THE GIRL VERSION. Use the Cléa yarn in the color BLACK to do the eyelashes. (Do not use the double wire). Insert the needle into the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread so you can tie some knots at the end), go out with it right in the middle where we made the details with the Off White and Black line of the eyes. (See picture 1).

Round 2 :

Introduce the needle with a space of one stitch in the row above the middle of the black embroidery. (See picture 2).

Round 3 :

Take the thread to do the same process on the other eyes, then join the ends of the thread and tie two knots (Look at the pictures).

— Eyebrows :

Round 1 :

Use the Cléa yarn in the color BLACK to do the eyebrows (Do not use the double wire). Insert the needle into the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread so you can tie some knots at the end), take it out on the second row above the eyes, skip 3 dc and insert the hook in a row above. (See images 1 and 2).

Round 2 :

Now do the same process on the other side of the eyes (See images 4, 5, 6 and 7). Bring the two ends of the yarn together and tie a few knots.

— Face Expression :

Info :

To join the eyes, use a piece of thread QUARRY. Watch the video where I teach you how to join the eyes and make them more sunken, this part is very important to leave your pet with a more delicate and charming expression (DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP).

— Head Horns :

Round 1 :

Use the line in color OFF WHITE (2mm needle) AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 3x (9)

Round 3 :

sc over sc (9)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 3x (12)

Round 5 :

sc over sc (12). Close with sl st and finish the thread. Sew the horns between rows 6 to 10 of the head.

— Snout Horn :

Round 1 :

Use the line in color OFF WHITE (2mm needle) AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 3x (9)

Round 3 :

sc over sc (9)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 3x (12)

Round 5 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 4x (16)

Round 6 :

sc over sc (16). Close with sl st and cut a larger thread for sewing. Sew the horn between rows 19 to 24 of the head, before starting to sew, center the horn between the eyes, place some pins and then start sewing.

— Crown :

Round 1 :

Start with the color line QUARRY (2mm needle) Make 36 ch, skip the first ch and from the second ch make [5 sc and 1 triple inc] 5x, 5 sc (45)

Round 2 :

sc over sc (45)

Round 3 :

6 sc, 1 triple inc, [7 sc and 1 triple inc] 4x, 6 sc (55)

Round 4 :

sc over sc (55)

Round 5 :

Turn the work, make 1 ch, 7 sc, 1 triple inc, [9 sc and 1 triple inc] 4x, 7 sc (65). Close with sl st and finish the thread.

Round 6 :

Now attach the thread in the color QUARRY on the side right in the corner, let's do 5 sc on the side of the crown, then 65 sc, go down the other side with 5 sc, make 1 ch and cut a larger thread for sewing.

Round 7 :

Fasten the thread in color PINKISH in the first dc from the top of the last row and do 1 dc, skip 3 dc and in the next one do 8 dc in the same place, skip 3 dc and in the next one do 1 dc, repeat until you complete 8 fans, after the last fan skip 3 dc and make 1 dc, make 1 ch and finish the thread.

Round 8 :

Then attach the thread in the color QUARRY in the direction we made the first triple increase, right in the middle of it and make 6 sl st vertically, then make 1 ch and finish the thread. Do this detail 5 times, always starting in the middle of the increases on the first row.

— Crown Seaming :

Info :

Use the tapestry needle to sew the crown to the head. Sew the crown between rows 1 to 18 of the head, leaving a distance of 7 sc on each side of the eyes.

— Body :

Round 1 :

Use the line in color QUARRY (2mm needle) AM of 8 sc (8)

Round 2 :

Inc all around (16)

Round 3 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 8x (24)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 8x (32)

Round 5 :

[3 sc and 1 inc] 8x (40)

Round 6 :

[4 sc and 1 inc] 8x (48)

Round 7 :

[5 sc and 1 inc] 8x (56)

Round 8 :

[6 sc and 1 inc] 8x (64)

Round 9-20 :

sc over sc (64) - [12 rows]

Round 21 :

16 sc, 16 dec, 16 sc (48)

Round 22-25 :

sc over sc (48) - [4 rows]

Round 26 :

[4 sc and 1 dec] 8x (40)

Round 27-30 :

sc over sc (40) - [4 rows]

Round 31 :

[3 sc and 1 dec] 8x (32)

Round 32-33 :

sc over sc all around (32) - [2 rows]. Close with sl st and finish the thread.

— Legs :

Round 1 :

Start with the color line PINKISH (2mm needle) Make 6 ch, skip the first ch, from the second ch make 4 sc, in the last ch 3 sc in the same place, at the bottom of the ch make 3 sc, in the last ch 1 inc (12)

Round 2 :

1 inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc (18)

Round 3 :

1 sc and 1 inc, 3 sc, [1 sc and 1 inc] 3x, 3 sc, [1 sc and 1 inc] 2x (24)

Round 4 :

2 sc and 1 inc, 3 sc, [2 sc and 1 inc] 3x, 3 sc, [2 sc and 1 inc] 2x (30)

Round 5 :

Change to color QUARRY 5- sc over sc in BLO (30)

Round 6-7 :

sc over sc (30) - [2 rows]

Round 8 :

4 sc, [1 dec and 1 sc] 6x, 8 sc (24)

Round 9 :

[2 sc and 1 dec] 6x (18)

Round 10 :

sc over sc (18)

Round 11 :

6 sc, [1 inc] 6x, 6 sc (24)

Round 12 :

6 sc, [1 sc and 1 inc] 6x, 6 sc (30)

Round 13 :

[1 inc] 2x, 24 sc, [1 inc] 4x (36)

Round 14-16 :

sc over sc (36) - [3 rows]

Round 17 :

8 sc, [1 sc and 1 dec] 6x, 10 sc (30)

Round 18-19 :

sc over sc (30) - [2 rows]

Round 20 :

8 sc, [1 dec] 6x, 10 sc (24)

Round 21 :

[1 dec] 2x, 12 sc, [1 dec] 4x (18). Put stuffing. But don't put too much padding on the thigh part, this part has to be flatter.

Round 22 :

[1 sc and 1 dec] 6x (12)

Round 23 :

[1 dec] 6x (6). Close the leg with the inverted magic ring. Fasten the legs to the body, before fastening, position the legs in the place you want to fasten; leave them a little further forward so there is not a very large space between one leg and the other.

— Arms :

Round 1 :

Start with the color line PINKISH (2mm needle) AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Inc all around (12)

Round 3 :

[1 dc and 1 inc] 6x (18)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 6x (24) Change to color QUARRY

Round 5 :

sc over sc in BLO (24)

Round 6-7 :

sc over sc (24) - [2 rows]

Round 8 :

3 sc, [1 dec and 1 sc] 6x, 3 sc (18)

Round 9-18 :

sc over sc (18) - [10 rows]. Only put padding on the underside of the little arm.

Round 19 :

[4 sc and 1 dec] 3x (15)

Round 20 :

[3 sc and 1 dec] 3x (12)

Round 21 :

Fold the little arm in half and close it with 6 sc (6). Chain 1 and cut a larger thread to sew the arms to the body.

— Embroidery - Claws :

Info :

Use the line in color OFF WHITE and tapestry needle. Embroider the claws of the legs between rows 4 to 6 of the legs, leave a space of 2 sc between them; make 3 claws on each foot. On the arms make the claws between rows 4 to 6, also leave a space of 2 sc between them; make the same number of claws on the hands as on the feet.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

Use the line in color QUARRY (2mm needle) AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Inc all around (12)

Round 3 :

sc over sc (12)

Round 4 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 6x (18)

Round 5 :

sc over sc (18)

Round 6 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 6x (24)

Round 7 :

sc over sc (24)

Round 8 :

[3 sc and 1 inc] 6x (30)

Round 9 :

sc over sc (30)

Round 10 :

[4 sc and 1 inc] 6x (36)

Round 11 :

sc over sc all around (36)

Round 12 :

[5 sc and 1 inc] 6x (42)

Round 13 :

sc over sc (42)

Round 14 :

[6 sc and 1 inc] 6x (48)

Round 15 :

sc over sc (48). Close with sl st and cut a larger thread for sewing. Sew the tail to the back of the body between rows 2 to 18. Stuff.

— Bowel - Girl Version :

Round 1 :

Use the line in color SWEETNESS (2.0 mm needle) Make 30 chains, close with sl st in the first chain (it will form a chain ring). Then make 1 sc for each ch (30)

Round 2-6 :

sc over sc (30). Close with sl st and finish the thread. Then double the loop and tie the thread in the color SWEETNESS in the middle of the loop and make about 6 turns, take the line to the back of the loop, tie a couple of knots and then finish the thread.

— Dress - Girl Version :

Round 1 :

Use the line in color SWEETNESS (3mm needle) Make 42 chains, close with sl st in the first chain (it will form a chain ring). Chain 2 up and crochet 1 hdc for each ch (42). Close with sl st in first ch counting from top to bottom.

Round 2 :

Go up ch 2 and do hdc all around (42). Close with sl st in first ch counting from top to bottom.

Round 3 :

Go up ch 3 and make 1 dc in the same place, make 2 dc for each dc all around (84). Change to color PINKISH, let's do the lace stitch 1 sl st and ch 2 until the end, finish off the thread.

Round 4 :

Now attach the thread to the color SWEETNESS in any spaghetti strap on the first row (be careful that the seam is towards the back of the dress). Make 6 sc, go up 18 ch, skip 6 ch and make 1 sc for each ch, at the base of the skirt make 30 sc, go up 18 ch, skip 6 ch and make 1 sc for each ch, finish with 6 sc, close with sl st and tie off the thread.

Round 5 :

HANDLE BAR: In the first strap we made of the dress, fasten the thread in PINK to the first sc after 6 ch, make the lace stitch: 1 sl st and 2 ch until the last sc on the strap, finish off the thread. Do the same in the second loop, but start in the first sc at the bottom of the loop.

Round 6 :

After embroidering the spaghetti straps, place the dress on the hippopotamus to check position and distance of the straps. Take off the dress and place the ends of the straps inside the dress, position them and leave a space between one and the other, then with a tapestry needle sew a few stitches taking the strap and the dress to secure the seam.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the body using the longer thread left from the head closure; align the neck opening to the top of the body and sew evenly with an invisible whipstitch.
  • Attach the crown to the head between rows 1 to 18, leaving a 7 sc distance on each side of the eyes so it sits centered above the face.
  • Sew the small horns between rows 6 to 10 of the head and the snout horn between rows 19 to 24, pinning them in place before sewing to ensure correct centering.
  • Position and fasten the legs to the bottom of the body after closing the leg with the inverted magic ring; leave the legs slightly forward as instructed so spacing looks natural.
  • Fold and sew the arms to the sides of the body using the larger thread left from the arm closure; angle them slightly forward for a natural pose.
  • Sew the tail to the back of the body between rows 2 and 18, stuffing the tail lightly and securing it firmly.
  • Attach decorative details (bow, bowel or dress straps) after finishing embroidery and face placement, sewing them in place with a tapestry needle and hiding knots inside the garment.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use the exact materials suggested for size accuracy and consistent gauge; substitute yarns will change final measurements.
  • 💡Place safety eyes between rows 16 and 17 with 6 sc visible between them and center them in the increase part of row 19 to avoid crooked placement.
  • 💡Work the BLO (back loop only) sections as instructed to create relief and decorative details where specified.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly: overstuffing can distort shaping, especially in the thighs and head areas.
  • 💡Pin pieces in place before sewing to ensure symmetrical placement and check photos for reference.

This Triceratops Noah and Poli pattern brings two tiny prehistoric pals to life with heart and detail. Make one for a keepsake, a gift, or a sweet nursery display. Every stitch and little accessory adds personality—happy crocheting and joyful gifting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 18-22 cm tall when using the recommended yarn and 2.0-3.0 mm hooks, though size can vary with tension and yarn choice.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size; adjust hook sizes accordingly and check gauge by making a small swatch.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses increases, decreases, BLO, and some embroidery; basic amigurumi experience and familiarity with these techniques is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete one triceratops in about 5-7 hours, depending on experience level, assembly time, and added accessories.