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Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern

Tommy the T-Rex 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 Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern guides you to crochet Tommy the T-Rex — a mischievous, cuddly dinosaur amigurumi with a chunky head, chubby torso and embroidered details. It includes step-by-step rounds for each piece and clear assembly instructions. Designed for intermediate crocheters using US terminology, it uses tightly worked stitches to create a neat finish.

Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will make two legs, arms, a head, tail and an appliqued stomach before sewing everything together. The pattern also shows where to place safety eyes and how to embroider stripes and teeth.

Why You'll Love This Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because Tommy has a playful personality and simple shapes that come together beautifully. I enjoy how the shaping of the head and torso creates a charming silhouette that is both cute and expressive. The pattern allows for fun finishing touches like embroidered stripes and teeth which really bring Tommy to life. Working this pattern is satisfying because the rounds are logical and the assembly is straightforward, so you see your dinosaur take shape quickly.

Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing colour palettes; try pastel tones for a gentle nursery toy or bold neons for a playful twist.

To make Tommy larger or smaller, change your yarn weight and hook size — bulky yarn with a larger hook gives a chunkier toy, while finer yarn creates a mini version.

I often swap the safety eyes for embroidered eyes when making toys for very young children for added safety and a softer look.

Try different stitch textures like alternating BLO rounds to create subtle ridges or use a half double crochet round for a slightly different density.

Add wire inside the tail or limbs if you want a posable figure; wrap wire in yarn to prevent poking through stuffing.

Experiment with additional appliques like small stars or hearts instead of the stomach patch to personalize each dinosaur.

Vary the spacing and colour of the embroidered stripes on the back and tail to create unique patterns and characters.

Use felt or small sewn-on accessories such as a tiny scarf, bow or hat to give Tommy extra personality.

For a rustic look, use natural-colour cotton or linen-blend yarn and slightly looser tension for a soft, vintage feel.

I also recommend trying different bobble stitch placements on the head or back for playful bumps and texture that change the overall character.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can lead to lost count and uneven shaping; place a marker at the start of each round and move it as you go to stay accurate. ✗ Overstuffing the head or torso will distort the shape and make seams difficult to close; stuff gradually, checking shape often and adding small amounts of fiberfill. ✗ Changing colour incorrectly can leave loose ends or gaps; always pull through the new colour on the last stitch of the previous round and weave in ends securely. ✗ Not checking safety eye placement may result in misaligned features; place eyes between the specified rounds and count stitches to ensure they are 25 stitches apart as instructed.

Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern

Create an adorable Tommy the T-Rex amigurumi with this detailed intermediate crochet pattern. You will be guided through every part — head, body, legs, tail, arms and finishing — with clear round-by-round instructions. The pattern includes a full materials list, abbreviations, assembly steps and helpful notes so you can confidently finish a charming handmade dinosaur. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a whimsical handmade companion.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Tommy the T-Rex Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    8ply yarn / DK or Light Worsted - GREEN (approx. >50g, example Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK Col 425 Pistachio Green)
  • 02
    8ply yarn / DK or Light Worsted - ORANGE (approx. 25g, example Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK Col 409 Light Camel)
  • 03
    WHITE 4ply yarn or embroidery thread for teeth and details
  • 04
    Polyester toy stuffing - sufficient to firmly stuff head, body, tail and limbs

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.75mm (C-2 US)
  • 02
    7.5mm plastic safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Tapestry needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 05
    Stitch marker (optional)

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— Important info :

Infos :

Difficulty: Intermediate, US terminology. Materials: 2.75mm hook/C-2 (US). 8ply yarns/DK or Light Worsted >50g GREEN, 25g yarn ORANGE. WHITE 4ply yarn or embroidery thread. Scissors. Tapestry needle. Polyester toy stuffing. 7.5mm plastic safety eyes. Stitch marker (optional).

Infos :

Notes: Amigurumi is stitched in the round (unless it says otherwise). A yarn with no stretch is best for amigurumi, I ordinarily use cotton or cotton blend. When changing colour, pull through new colour on the last stitch of the round prior. For the step-by-step photos, GREEN = Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK Col “425 Pistachio Green”. ORANGE = Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK Col “409 Light Camel”. Generally, the hook you use for amigurumi will be a smaller than for other crochet as you want the stitches tight. The yarn thickness and hook size used will affect the size of the finished item. My Tommy is approximately 23cm tall (9 inches). I have used plastic safety eyes but you may also embroider. Please ensure that there are no loose fittings.

Infos :

Abbreviations: ch = chain. MR = magic ring. sc = single crochet. inc = single crochet increase (2 sc in one stitch). dec = decrease (sc 2 together). sl st = slip stitch. BLO = back loops only. dc bobble = 5 dc together. (..) = repeat the space in brackets the given number of times. [..] = total number of stitches.

— Arms :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) x 3 [9]

Round 3 :

(sc x 2, inc) x 3 [12]

Round 4-7 :

sc x 12 [12]

Info :

Stuff, sc across the top and fasten off. Leave a tail for sewing.

— Head :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

inc x 6 [12]

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 [18]

Round 4 :

(sc x 2, inc) x 6 [24]

Round 5 :

(sc x 3, inc) x 6 [30]

Round 6 :

(sc x 4, inc) x 6 [36]

Round 7 :

sc x 36 [36]

Round 8 :

sc x 14, dc bobble, sc x 6, dc bobble, sc x 14 [36]

Round 9-10 :

sc x 36 [36]

Round 11 :

(dec, sc x 4) x 6 [30]

Round 12-13 :

sc x 30 [30]

Round 14 :

(sc x 2, inc) x 10 [40]

Round 15 :

(sc x 3, inc) x 10 [50]

Round 16 :

(sc x 9, inc) x 5 [55]

Round 17-19 :

sc x 55 [55]

Round 20 :

(sc x 6, dec) x 6, sc x 7 [49]

Round 21 :

(sc x 5, dec) x 7 [42]

Round 22 :

(sc x 4, dec) x 7 [35]

Round 23 :

(sc x 3, dec) x 7 [28]

Round 24 :

sc x 28 [28]

Info :

Place 7.5mm safety eyes between rounds 17-18, 25 stitches apart. Stuff head and continue stuffing until fastened off. To indent the eyes, using the one piece of green yarn sew a stitch under each safety eye, pull the yarn and tie together.

Round 25 :

(sc x 2, dec) x 7 [21]

Round 26 :

sc x 21 [21]

Round 27 :

(sc x 3, dec) x 4, sc [17]

Round 28 :

sc x 2, (dec, sc) x 5 [12]

Round 29 :

dec x 6 [6]

Info :

Weave tail through stitches of final round and pull to close. Weave end.

— Legs and torso :

Info :

Legs and torso (ORANGE, make 2):

Round 1 :

5 sc in MR [5]

Round 2 :

inc x 5 [10]

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 5 [15]

Round 4 :

(sc x 2, inc) x 5 [20]

Info :

Change to GREEN yarn.

Round 5 :

in BLO: sc x 20 [20]

Round 6-12 :

sc x 20 [20]

Info :

Fasten off 1st leg ONLY, continue for 2nd leg.

Round 13 :

ch5, sc x 20 around 1st leg, sc in 5 ch, sc x 20 in 2nd leg [50]

Round 14 :

sc in 5 ch, sc x 45 [50]

Round 15-22 :

sc x 50 [50]

Info :

Stuff and continue stuffing as you go.

Round 23 :

(sc x 8, dec) x 5 [45]

Round 24-25 :

sc x 45 [45]

Round 26 :

(sc x 7, dec) x 5 [40]

Round 27-28 :

sc x 40 [40]

Round 29 :

(sc x 6, dec) x 5 [35]

Round 30-31 :

sc x 35 [35]

Round 32 :

(sc x 5, dec) x 5 [30]

Round 33-34 :

sc x 30 [30]

Round 35 :

(sc x 4, dec) x 5 [25]

Round 36 :

sc x 25 [25]

Round 37 :

(sc x 3, dec) x 5 [20]

Round 38 :

sc x 20 [20]

Info :

Weave tail through final round and pull to close. Leave a tail for sewing.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

4 sc in MR [4]

Round 2 :

sc x 4 [4]

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 2 [6]

Round 4 :

sc x 6 [6]

Round 5 :

(sc x 2, inc) x 2 [8]

Round 6 :

(sc x 3, inc) x 2 [10]

Round 7 :

sc x 10 [10]

Round 8 :

(sc x 4, inc) x 2 [12]

Round 9 :

(sc x 5, inc) x 2 [14]

Round 10 :

sc x 14 [14]

Round 11 :

(sc x 6, inc) x 2 [16]

Round 12 :

(sc x 7, inc) x 2 [18]

Round 13 :

(sc x 8, inc) x 2 [20]

Round 14 :

sc x 20 [20]

Round 15 :

(sc x 3, inc) x 5 [25]

Round 16 :

sc x 25 [25]

Round 17 :

(sc x 4, inc) x 5 [30]

Round 18 :

sc x 30 [30]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Stomach :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

inc x 6 [12]

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 [18]

Round 4 :

(sc x 2, inc) x 6 [24]

Round 5 :

(sc x 3, inc) x 6 [30]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Assembly :

Step 1 :

Stomach - sew to torso between rounds 21-30.

Step 2 :

Arms - sew to sides of torso between rounds 28-34.

Step 3 :

Head - sew to torso, go around twice to make secure.

Step 4 :

Tail - sew to torso between rounds 19-27.

Step 5 :

Stripes - using ORANGE, embroider stripes over every second round for the tail, back of the torso and head.

Step 6 :

Teeth - using WHITE, embroider teeth on each side of the head over rounds 8-10.

Assembly Instructions

  • Stomach - sew to torso between rounds 21-30.
  • Arms - sew to sides of torso between rounds 28-34 and angle slightly forward for a natural pose.
  • Head - sew to torso, go around twice to make secure and ensure it is centred before finishing.
  • Tail - sew to torso between rounds 19-27, making sure the seam is tight and secure.
  • Stripes - using ORANGE yarn, embroider stripes over every second round on the tail, back of torso and head for consistent spacing.
  • Teeth - using WHITE yarn or embroidery thread, embroider small triangular teeth on each side of the head over rounds 8-10.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a small hook and tight tension for amigurumi to prevent stuffing showing through the stitches.
  • 💡Place safety eyes between the specified rounds and ensure they are secured firmly; consider embroidering for baby-safe toys.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and check shape as you go to maintain the intended silhouette and avoid lumps.

Thank you for choosing Tommy the T-Rex! This pattern was created with love to bring you a cute, handmade companion that will spark smiles and imaginative play. Whether you crochet it as a gift or a keepsake, Tommy is a joyful project that stitches up quickly and beautifully. 🧶🐾

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 23 cm tall (9 inches) when using the recommended yarn and 2.75mm hook.

Can I use a different yarn weight?

Yes, but the final size will change; use an appropriate hook for your chosen yarn and expect alterations in proportion and stitch count.

Do I need advanced skills to make Tommy?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses increases, decreases, bobble stitches and simple embroidery; basic amigurumi experience is recommended.

How do I attach the head securely?

Sew the head to the torso and go around twice to make the seam secure, checking placement and symmetry before finishing.

Where should I place the safety eyes?

Place 7.5mm safety eyes between rounds 17-18 of the head, spaced 25 stitches apart, as instructed in the pattern.