Crochet Longneck Dinosaur

If you're looking for a fun and engaging project, consider giving the Crochet Longneck Dinosaur a try! This adorable pattern combines the nostalgia of dinosaurs with the charm of handmade crochet creations. With its long neck and cute details, this dinosaur will make a delightful addition to any toy collection or a unique gift for a dinosaur enthusiast. Crocheting the Longneck Dinosaur can be a rewarding and relaxing experience, allowing you to unleash your creativity and create something truly special. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or new to the craft, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face and warm your heart as you bring this charming dinosaur to life stitch by stitch.

Materials:

One color of 4 ply yarn
One pair of 9mm safety eyes

Crochet Hook:
3.5mm

Extras:
Stitch marker
Poly-fill
Yarn needle

Abbreviations used in this pattern:
ch chain
sc single crochet
st stitch
sts stitchs
hdc half double crochet stitch
dec decrease a stitch (*insert hook into next st, yarn over, draw up a loop* twice, yarn over and draw through all three loops on the hook.)
*repeat directions inside* as many times as indicated

This pattern is worked in rounds, use a stitch marker to mark the end of your rounds.

Tail/Body
(Piece is made working from the tip of the tail to the chest.)
With body color make a slip ring. sc to join. Sc 4 additional times into the ring. (4)
R1-R3 Sc in each sc around (4)
R4 *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc* around (6)
R5-R7 Sc in each sc around (6)
R8 *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc* around (9)
R9-R10 Sc in each sc around (9)
R11 *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc* around (14)
R12-R15 Sc in each sc around (14)
R16 *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc* four times then 2sc in the next sc, sc in the last sc (19)
R17-R18 sc in each sc around (19)
R19 *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc* around (29)
R20-R34 sc in each sc around (29)
R35 *dec, 1 sc in next sc* around (19)
R36 sc in each sc around (19)
R37 *dec, 1 sc in next sc* around
Stuff the body. Next, continue with R37 until hole closes.
Sew in loose ends

Neck
With body color make a slip ring. sc to join. Sc 6 additional times into the ring. (6)
R1 2 sc in each sc around (12)
R2-R15 sc in each sc around (12)
R16 *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc* around (18)
R17 sc in each sc around (18)
R18 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next 2 sts* around (24)
R19 sc in each sc around (24)
Stuff the neck and sew the open end to the body

Head
With body color make a slip ring. sc to join. Sc 6 additional times into the ring. (6)
R1 2 sc in each sc around (12)
R2-R6 sc in each sc around (12)
Place safety eyes on the head and stuff. Sew the head onto the neck

Legs (Make 4)
With body color make a slip ring. sc to join. Sc 6 additional times into the ring. (6)
R1 2 sc in each sc around (12)
R2-R11 sc in each sc around (12)
Stuff the legs and sew them onto the body