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Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern
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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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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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About This Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a playful Dino Backpack worked largely in single crochet with tapestry crochet colorwork to form spots. The project includes full stitch counts, charts for color changes and detailed instructions for the bag, straps, dino head, plates and assembly. Youll learn to carry and wrap yarn for tapestry crochet and assemble the head as a removable lid for the bag.

Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Designed for sport-weight cotton and a 3.5 mm hook, the finished bag measures roughly 10.2" x 9.3" (26 x 23.5 cm). The pattern includes stitch charts (right- and left-handed), a color-change technique and clear finishing and assembly steps.

Why You'll Love This Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines practical design with playful character — a backpack that also becomes a toy. I enjoyed developing the tapestry colorwork so the spots look organic and fun on the bag surface. I love that the dino head doubles as a lid, which makes the piece interactive and kid-friendly. I also appreciate that the pattern includes full stitch counts and charts which makes following colorwork much easier for me when I crochet. Sewing the head and plates in place is satisfying and finishes the backpack with a lot of personality.

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

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing the color palette; try soft pastels for a subtle, child-friendly look or bold brights for a playful statement.

I sometimes make a mini version by using fingering weight yarn and a smaller hook to create a keychain-sized dino backpack.

For a sturdier bag consider lining the interior with fabric and hand-sewing it in place for extra durability.

I often swap the cord for a leather or braided cord to elevate the finish and add a different texture to the drawstring.

Try embroidering a small name or initial on the inside front panel before finishing to personalize the backpack for a child.

If you want a softer head, use a fluffier stuffing and slightly larger hook while keeping the body yarn as recommended to maintain shape contrast.

I sometimes replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes for an entirely soft, toddler-safe version without plastic pieces.

To change the backpack shape, alter the base increase rounds to make it wider or taller and adapt the chart proportions accordingly.

I also like to add a small inside pocket by crocheting a flat rectangle and sewing it inside near the top for holding small items.

Make different plate shapes by increasing fewer rounds for a slim ridge or more rounds for a pronounced dorsal fin effect on the head.

Consider adding buttons or snaps to attach the head more securely or make it removable for playtime; I test pin placements first before final sewing.

Finally, try mixing two shades of the main color to create a subtle marled effect for the bag background for a unique finished look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during foundation chains and increases leads to miscounted stitches; place A and B markers exactly as indicated and relocate A marker in the first stitch of every round. ✗ Not carrying and wrapping the contrast yarn correctly will create loose floats or tangled threads; follow the tapestry crochet wrapping instructions and carry the unused yarn closely behind your work. ✗ Forgetting to leave long strands when cutting yarn makes sewing parts difficult later; leave a 4"/10 cm tail on SC and MC ends for sewing and finishing. ✗ Stuffing too late or too little can distort shaping of the head; start filling from the decreases and stuff gradually to get a smooth rounded shape. ✗ Not relocating B markers when instructed will make counting increases inaccurate; remove B markers when asked and relocate the A marker to the first stitch of the next round as directed.

Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

Make a playful, wearable dinosaur backpack with tapestry crochet and detailed stitch charts. This intermediate pattern guides you through the bag body, straps, head, plates and assembly so you can create a colourful, kid-friendly backpack. Youll enjoy the step-by-step stitch counts and charted colorwork to create the dino spots and personality. Perfect as a special handmade gift or a standout everyday accessory.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Dino Backpack Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Two 100 gr / 3.52 oz (200 m / 218 yd) skeins of sport weight cotton yarn in AQUA GREEN (MC)
  • 02
    Two 100 gr / 3.52 oz (200 m / 218 yd) skeins of sport weight cotton yarn in ORANGE (SC)
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    25.2" / 64 cm of 4 mm cord or similar for drawstring
  • 04
    Polyester stuffing, amount as needed to fill the head and plates
  • 05
    Two 1 cm safety eyes

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 3.5 mm
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    25.2" / 64 cm of 4 mm cord or similar
  • 03
    One transparent toggle stopper
  • 04
    Two 1 cm safety eyes
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    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing
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    Stitch markers in two colors
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    Measuring tape
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    Polyester stuffing

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— Info :

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Suggested materials: 3.5 mm crochet hook. Two 100 gr/3.52 oz (200 m/218 yd) skeins of sport weight cotton yarn in AQUA GREEN (MC). Two 100 gr/3.52 oz (200 m/218 yd) skeins of sport weight cotton yarn in ORANGE (SC). 25.2"/64 cm of 4 mm cord or similar. One transparent toggle stopper. Two 1 cm safety eyes. Stuffing. Stitch markers in two colors. Measuring tape. Yarn needle. Scissors.

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Skill level: Intermediate: This design includes crochet basic stitches, a mid-level tapestry crochet pattern, easy shaping and finishing techniques. Finished size: 10.2" x 9.3" / 26 cm x 23.5 cm. Gauge (sc with tapestry crochet): 25 sts x 21 rounds = 4" / 10 cm.

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Stitch guide: ch: chain. st(s): stitch(es). sc: single crochet. sl st: slip stitch. rep: repeat. Rnd: round. MC: main color. SC: second color. dec: decrease.

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Special techniques: Tapestry crochet. In this technique you crochet with one thread while one or more threads are carried and wrapped in between the stitches. Then, colors are switched throughout rounds to make a drawing. Depending on the project, you will make one or more foundation rows/rounds with MC only and then move on to the tapestry crochet portion of the project. Tapestry crochet can be worked with sc, double crochet and half dc.

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Notes: Pattern is written in 4 parts: 1. Bag, worked in the round. 2. Straps, worked in the round. 3. Head, worked in the round. 4. Plates, worked in the round. This pattern includes tapestry crochet with single crochet wrapping one additional color. SC is carried from rnd 2 of the bag and the straps for extra strength.

— Color Changes :

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Color changes: To switch from one color to the other, finish the last st before the switch with the new color. Continue working tapestry crochet wrapping MC or SC according to the dino pattern. To avoid threads from tangling when alternating, follow steps 1-4 for each color change.

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From MC to SC: Lift SC strand in front of MC, yarn over with SC and finish the st. Sc the necessary sts with SC wrapping MC.

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From SC to MC: Put MC strand behind SC, yarn over with MC and finish the st. Sc the necessary sts with MC wrapping SC.

— Bag :

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Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from the base (see chart in pages 7-8). With MC ch 35.

Round 1 :

2 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place a color A and a color B marker in 1st st), sc 32, 4 sc in next ch (place a color B marker in 2nd and 3rd st), continue on the other side of the foundation ch, sc 32, 2 sc in the last ch (place a color B marker in last st) = 72 sts

Round 2 :

From this round on carry and wrap SC yarn. Take it leaving a 4"/10 cm strand, don't make knots. Continue crocheting with MC wrapping SC in between the sts. For more details on tapestry crochet follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxZF88F24sM Relocate A marker in the 1st st of every rnd and B markers in the middle st every time you make 3 sc in one st. This will make counting sts and rounds easier. 3 sc in 1st st, sc 34, 3 sc in next st, 3 sc in next st, sc 34, 3 sc in next st = 80 sts

Round 3 :

Sc 1, 3 sc in next st, sc 36, 3 sc in next st, sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 36, 3 sc in next st, sc 1 = 88 sts

Round 4 :

Sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 38, 3 sc in next st, sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc 38, 3 sc in next st, sc 2 = 96 sts

Round 5 :

Sc 3, 3 sc in next st, sc 40, 3 sc in next st, sc 6, 3 sc in next st, sc 40, 3 sc in next st, sc 3 = 104 sts

Round 6 :

Sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc 42, 3 sc in next st, sc 8, 3 sc in next st, sc 42, 3 sc in next st, sc 4 = 112 sts

Round 7 :

Sc 5, 3 sc in next st, sc 44, 3 sc in next st, sc 10, 3 sc in next st, sc 44, 3 sc in next st, sc 5 = 120 sts

Round 8 :

Sc 6, 3 sc in next st, sc 46, 3 sc in next st, sc 12, 3 sc in next st, sc 46, 3 sc in next st, sc 6 = 128 sts

Round 9-55 :

Continue crocheting over 128 sts by following the dino pattern chart and/or stitch count in pages 7-9. Switch colors to make the drawing. Remove B markers and relocate A marker in the 1st st of every round.

Round 56 :

Sc 12 following the charts to reach the fold of the bag = 12 sts. Close last st with MC.

Round 57 (with MC wrapping SC) :

Sc 6 (relocate A marker in the 1st st, this will be the new beginning of rounds), 3 sc over SC only, skip 3 sts, (sc 13, 3 sc over SC only, skip 3 sts) rep ( ) 7 times, sc 7 = 128 sts

Round 58-59 (with MC wrapping SC) :

Sc 128 = 128 sts. Sl st in the next st. Fasten off. Cut SC leaving a 4"/10 cm strand. Weave in all ends.

— Backpack Straps (Make 2) :

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Sizes: 3, 4, 5, 6 years old (straps in the images were made for 3 year old size). Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from one end. With SC ch (97, 104, 111, 118) leaving a long strand in the beginning to sew afterwards.

Round 1 :

2 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place an A and a B marker in 1st st), sc (94, 101, 108, 115), 4 sc in next ch (place a B marker in 2nd and 3rd st), continue on the other side of the foundation ch, sc (94, 101, 108, 115), 2 sc in last ch (place a B marker in last st) = (196, 210, 224, 238) sts

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From this round on carry and wrap MC yarn. Continue crocheting with SC wrapping MC in between the sts. Relocate A marker in the 1st st of every rnd and B markers in the middle st every time you make 3 sc in one st. 3 sc in 1st st, sc (96, 103, 110, 117), 3 sc in next st, 3 sc in next st, sc (96, 103, 110, 117), 3 sc in next st = (212, 226, 240, 254) sts. Sl st in the next st.

Round 3 :

Sc 1, 3 sc in next st, sc (98, 105, 112, 119), 3 sc in next st, sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc (98, 105, 112, 119), 3 sc in next st, sc 1 = (212, 226, 240, 254) sts. Fasten off leaving a long strand of SC for sewing. Cut MC leaving a 4"/10 cm strand. Weave in MC strands only.

— Dino- Head :

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Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from the front. With MC ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place a marker in 1st st) = 6 sts

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around = 12 sts (relocate marker in the 1st st of this and the following rounds)

Round 3 :

(Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 18 sts

Round 4 :

(Sc 2, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 24 sts

Round 5 :

(Sc 3, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 30 sts

Round 6 :

(Sc 4, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 36 sts

Round 7 :

(Sc 5, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 8 :

(Sc 6, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 48 sts

Round 9-14 :

Sc 48 = 48 sts

Round 15 :

(Sc 6, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 16 :

(Sc 5, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 36 sts

Round 17 :

(Sc 5, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 18 :

(Sc 6, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 48 sts

Round 19 :

(Sc 7, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 54 sts. Place the eyes between rounds 16 and 17 with an interspace of 7 sts.

Round 20 :

(Sc 8, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 60 sts

Round 21 :

(Sc 9, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 66 sts

Round 22 :

(Sc 10, 2 sc in next st) rep () 6 times = 72 sts

Round 23-30 :

Sc 72 = 72 sts

Round 31 :

(Sc 10, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 66 sts

Round 32 :

(Sc 9, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 60 sts

Round 33 :

(Sc 8, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 54 sts

Round 34 :

(Sc 7, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 48 sts

Round 35 :

(Sc 6, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 42 sts

Round 36 :

(Sc 5, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 36 sts. Start filling in with stuffing.

Round 37 :

(Sc 4, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 30 sts

Round 38 :

(Sc 3, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 24 sts

Round 39 :

(Sc 2, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 18 sts. Fill in the rest of the head.

Round 40 :

(Sc 1, dec 1) rep () 6 times = 12 sts

Round 41 :

(Dec 1) rep () 6 times = 6 sts

Round 42 :

(Sc 1, skip 1 st) rep () 3 times = 3 sts. Sl st in the next st. Fasten off leaving a long strand for sewing.

— Plates (Make 3) :

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Crocheted in the round, in a spiral way, starting from the top. With SC ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (place a marker in 1st st) = 6 sts

Round 2 :

(Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep () 3 times = 9 sts (relocate marker in the 1st st of this and the following rounds)

Round 3 :

Sc 9 = 9 sts

Round 4 :

(Sc 2, 2 sc in next st) rep () 3 times = 12 sts

Round 5-6 :

Sc 12 = 12 sts

Round 7 :

(Sc 3, 2 sc in next st) rep () 3 times = 15 sts

Round 8 :

Sc 15 = 15 sts. Sl st in the next st. Fasten off leaving a long strand for sewing.

— Dino's Head Assembly :

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Fill in each plate with stuffing. Sew the plates right to the top center part of the head. Start from the ending of the head to the front.

— Backpack Assembly :

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Choose front and back side of the bag. Sew 0.8"/2 cm of one strap end one round below one back center eyelet. Sew 0.8"/2 cm of the other end to rnd 9 of the bag, from the base corners to the inside. Repeat for the other strap.

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Join the dino's head to the backpack, by sewing the back of the head at the height of the ending to the back of the bag on the inside (for better precision pin it first to make sure position is correct, the head should lay in between the two center back eyelets and fall down centered to the front).

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Pull the cord through the eyelets, starting from one front center eyelet, until it comes out from the other front center hole. Pull the tips of the cord through the stopper. Make a knot on both ends.

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The backpack is ready.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew 0.8"/2 cm of each strap end to the inside of the bag: one end one round below a back center eyelet and the other end to rnd 9 of the bag, working from the base corners toward the inside.
  • Join the dino head by sewing the back of the head to the inside top back of the bag; pin first to ensure the head is centered between the two center back eyelets and falls forward centered on the bag.
  • Fill each plate with stuffing and sew the three plates from the ending of the head toward the front center top, spacing evenly to create the dino ridge.
  • Thread the 4 mm cord through the front center eyelets, pull it through the toggle stopper and knot both cord ends to secure the drawstring closure.
  • Weave in all yarn ends and secure safety eyes between rounds 16 and 17 of the head with a 7-stitch spacing.
  • After sewing straps and head, test the bag opening and drawstring, adjust positioning if necessary and reinforce seams with additional stitches where stress points occur.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the first stitch of each round (A marker) and the special middle increase points (B markers) to make counting easier during increases and tapestry pattern sections.
  • 💡Carry and wrap the unused color yarn closely behind your work for clean tapestry crochet color changes and avoid long floats that will snag.
  • 💡Leave long 4"/10 cm tails when fastening off SC and MC to make sewing parts and finishing easier without needing to splice additional yarn.
  • 💡Stuff the head gradually and before closing the final decreases to avoid lumps and to maintain the head shape.

Create a lovable Dino Backpack thats as useful as it is adorable! This pattern walks you through tapestry crochet colorwork, the full bag body, straps and a removable dino head lid. Make one for a special child or customize the colors for a fun handmade gift. 🦖🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bag measures approximately 10.2" x 9.3" (26 cm x 23.5 cm) when using the recommended sport-weight cotton yarn and 3.5 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but using a different yarn weight will affect final size; choose a suitable hook for your yarn and expect the bag and head to be larger or smaller accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and requires basic crochet knowledge plus tapestry crochet skills and working in continuous rounds, so prior experience with single crochet and carrying yarn is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters will take multiple sessions to complete this multi-part project; expect around 12-15 hours depending on experience and time spent on tapestry colorwork.

Are charts included for colorwork?

Yes, the pattern includes right- and left-handed charts and a stitch-count table for rounds 9-56 to guide the tapestry crochet color changes.