Get ready to roar with excitement! This free crochet pattern for a T-Rex amigurumi is perfect for anyone who loves dinosaurs, handmade toys, or just needs a fun and satisfying project. Whether you’re creating a prehistoric pal for a child or adding to your own collection of free amigurumi patterns, this little T-Rex is bound to be a favorite.
With its iconic short arms, strong legs, and toothy grin, this dinosaur crochet pattern captures the charm of the T-Rex while keeping it undeniably cute. Measuring about 8 inches tall when finished, it’s just the right size for imaginative play or as a unique gift for the dinosaur enthusiast in your life.
This pattern uses Knit Picks Animation yarn, which is not only durable and soft but also comes in vibrant shades that bring this prehistoric predator to life. The pattern walks you through the steps to crochet the body, tail, arms, and those adorable legs with easy-to-follow instructions. Even if you’re new to free amigurumi patterns, you’ll find this project doable and rewarding.
After tackling the T-Rex, be sure to check out the rest of our free dinosaur crochet patterns! From the gentle Brontosaurus to the spiky Stegosaurus, and the bold Triceratops, each pattern offers something unique and fun to create. Together, they make the ultimate crochet dinosaur collection. Find the links to all of these roaringly fun patterns here: Triceratops, Brontosaurus, and Stegosaurus.
So, what are you waiting for? Pick up your hook, choose your favorite colors, and start bringing this ferocious but friendly T-Rex to life. Don’t forget to share your finished project with us—we’d love to see how your dino family grows!
T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern
Materials:
- Yarn: Knit Picks Animation (100% Mercerized Cotton, DK weight), 139 yards per skein
- Main Body Color: 2 skeins
- Accent Color (optional for belly or details): 1 skein
- Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E/4)
- Safety Eyes: 9 mm or embroidered eyes
- Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry Needle for sewing pieces together
- Stitch Marker to keep track of rounds
Abbreviations:
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: decrease (sc 2 together)
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
Finished Size:
- Approximately 9 inches tall when using specified materials.
Instructions
Body:
In Main Body Color
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts)
- Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc repeat around (18 sts)
- Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc repeat around (24 sts)
- Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc repeat around (30 sts)
- Rnd 6-12: Sc around (30 sts)
- Rnd 13: 3 sc, dec repeat around (24 sts)
- Rnd 14: 2 sc, dec repeat around (18 sts)
- Rnd 15: 1 sc, dec repeat around (12 sts)
Stuff the body firmly. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Head:
In Main Body Color
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts)
- Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc repeat around (18 sts)
- Rnd 4-6: Sc around (18 sts)
- Rnd 7: 1 sc, dec repeat around (12 sts)
- Rnd 8: Dec around (6 sts)
Stuff the head firmly. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 2):
In Main Body Color
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts)
- Rnd 3-5: Sc around (12 sts)
Stuff lightly. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Arms (Make 2):
In Main Body Color
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
- Rnd 2-4: Sc around (6 sts)
Do not stuff. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Tail:
In Main Body Color
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
- Rnd 2: 1 sc, inc repeat around (9 sts)
- Rnd 3-12: Sc around (9 sts)
Stuff lightly. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly Instructions:
- Attach the Head to the Body: Position the head on the narrower end of the body and sew it securely.
- Attach the Legs: Sew the legs to the bottom of the body. Position them so the T-Rex can sit upright or stand slightly forward.
- Attach the Arms: Sew the small arms to the sides of the body, near the top.
- Attach the Tail: Sew the tail to the back of the body, ensuring it helps balance the T-Rex in a sitting position.
- Add Eyes: Insert safety eyes between Rnds 4 and 5 of the head, approximately 4 stitches apart, or embroider eyes.
- Customize: Add optional details like embroidered teeth, a contrasting belly patch, or stripes with accent yarn.
Customization Options:
- Use a contrasting color for a belly oval (crochet a flat oval and sew it to the body before attaching the legs).
- Embroider claws on the legs and arms for extra character.
