Crochet Purple Plush Dragon
The crochet purple plush dragon is an enchanting creation that brings joy and whimsy to anyone who lays eyes on it. This cuddly companion is lovingly crafted with intricate details that make it truly magical, from its sparkly eyes to its snuggly soft purple scales. Each stitch is carefully woven with passion and creativity, resulting in a unique and lovable dragon that is perfect for both playtime adventures and cozy cuddles. With its adorable wings and quirky charm, this little dragon is sure to capture the hearts of children and adults alike. So, whether you're looking for a delightful gift or a cute addition to your own collection, the crochet purple plush dragon is a heartwarming choice that promises hours of fun and smiles.
Materials
Plush yarn (main,secondary)
16 mm safety eyes
4 mm crochet hook
A yarn needle
Scissors
Holofiber
Stitch marker
Abbreviations
Mr- Magic ring
Ch- Chain
Slst- Slip stitch
Sc- Single crochet
Dec- Decrease
Inc- Increase
BLO- Back loop only
FLO- Front loop only
Hdc- Half double crochet
Dc- Double crochet
Bbl- Bobble stitch (2 double crochet bbl st)
CC- Colour change
Legs (X2)
Rnd 1. 4 ch st, from the 2nd ch from hook: 2sc, 3 sc in one st, 2 sc (continue crochet the 2nd side of chain), inc
Rnd 2. inc, 2sc, 3inc, 2sc, inc (14)
Rnd 3. inc, 5sc, inc, 7sc (16)
Rnd 4. 6 sc [**CC in last st], (bbl st,[*CC],1sc)*3, 4 sc (16)
Rnd 5. 16 sc
Rnd 6. 5sc, 4dec, 3 sc (12)
Rnd 7. inc, 2sc, 3 dec, 3 sc (10) – starting to stuff.
Rnd 8. 5sc, 2 inc, 3 sc (12)
Rnd 9. inc, 7sc, inc, 3sc (14)
Rnd 10. (2sc,inc)*4, 2 sc (18)
[I’ll offset the stitch before starting the next row]
Rnd 11. 6 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 2 sc (20)
Rnd 12. 20 sc around, beginning to stuff.
Rnd 13. (3sc,dec)*4 (16)
Rnd 14. dec, 6 sc, dec, 6 sc (14)
Rnd 15. dec, 6 sc, dec, 4 sc (12)
1 sc and fold in half and crochet 5 sc through both sides.
Arms (X2)
Rnd 1. 7 sc in a MR
Rnd 2. inc (14)
Rnd 3. 4 sc [*CC in last st], (bbl st, [*CC], 1sc)*3, 4 sc (14)
Rnd 4. 14 sc around
Rnd 5. 3 sc, 4 dec, 3 sc (10)
Rnd 6. 10 sc around
Rnd 7. 5 sc, inc, 4 sc (11), starting to stuff.
Rnd 8-11. 11 sc (4 row)
Rnd 12. 6 sc, dec, 3 sc (10)
Beginning to stuff.
1 sc and fold in half and crochet 5 sc through both sides.
Tail
Rnd 1. 6 sc in a MR
Rnd 2. 6 sc around
Rnd 3. (1sc,inc)*3 (9)
Rnd 4-5. 9 sc around (9) (2 rows)
Rnd 6. inc, 4 sc, inc, 3 sc (11)
Rnd 7. 11 sc around
I’ll offset the stitch before starting the next row.
Rnd 8. inc, 4 sc, inc, 5 sc (13)
Rnd 9. 13 sc around
Rnd 10. inc, 12 sc (14)
Rnd 11. 14 sc around
Rnd 12. (inc,6sc)*2 (16)
Rnd 13-18. 16 sc around (6 rows)
*9 sc
Cut the yarn.
Start stuffing the tail after the 14th row.
Body and head
Rnd 1. 6 sc in a MR
Rnd 2. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3. (1sc,inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 4. (2sc,inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 5. (3sc,inc)*6 (30)
Rnd 6. 1 sc, inc, (4sc,inc)*5, 3 sc (36)
Rnd 7. 6 sc, 5 sc tog with leg, 14 sc, 5 sc tog with leg, 2 sc, 4 sc tog with tail (36)
Rnd 8. 4 sc tog with tail, 4 sc, inc, 18 sc, inc, 4 sc, 4 sc on the tail (38)
Rnd 9. 4 sc on te tail, 34 sc (38), stuff the tail.
Rnd 10-12. 38 sc around (3 rows)
Rnd 13. 9 sc, dec, 17 sc, dec, 8 sc (36)
Rnd 14. (4sc,dec)*6 (30)
Rnd 15. (3sc,dec)*6 (24), starting to stuff.
Rnd 16. 24 sc around.
Rnd 17. 6 sc, 5 sc tog with arm, 7 sc, 5 sc tog with arm, 1 sc (24)
Rnd 18. (2sc,dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 19. 18 inc
Rnd 20. (5sc,inc)*6 (42)
I’ll offset the stitch before starting the next row.
The start of the row must be exactly in the middle (I’m doing 5 sc)
R21. 17 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 16 sc (44)
Rnd 22-24. 44 sc around (3 rows)
Rnd 25. 10 sc (1sc,dec)*8, 10 sc (36)
Rnd 26-28. 36 sc around (3 rows)
Add eyes between round 26 and 27 rounds, about 6 stitches apart.
Rnd 29. (4sc,dec)*6 (30)
Rnd 30. (3sc,dec)*6 (24)
Rnd 31. (2sc,dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 32. (1sc,dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 33. 6 dec
Finish stuffing, cut the yarn, close the hole.
Mouth
Rnd 1. 4 sc in a MR
Cut the yarn leaving a tail.
Horns (X2)
Rnd 1. 4 sc in a MR
Rnd 2. (1sc,inc)*2 (6)
Rnd 3. 6 sc
Rnd 4. 1 sc, 3 slst, 1 sc, inc (7)
Rnd 5. 5 sc ,inc, 1 sc, slst
Cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing.
Stuff.
Wings (X2)
Rnd 1. 15 ch st, from the 2nd ch from hook: 14 sc ch, turn.
Rnd 2. 12 sc (BLO), ch, turn
Rnd 3. 12 sc (BLO), ch, turn
Rnd 4. 9 sc (BLO), ch, turn
Rnd 5. 9 sc (BLO), ch, turn
Rnd 6. 6 sc (BLO), ch, turn
Rnd 7. 6 sc (BLO)
Cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing.