Captivate the imagination and create your own majestic Eastern-style dragon with this unique and customizable crochet pattern. This original design allows you to bring to life a stunning dragon, known for its long, serpentine body and graceful, flowing movements. Perfect for adding a touch of mythical magic to any collection, this crochet pattern provides endless possibilities for personalization.
One
of the standout features of this pattern is the ability to customize
the dragon’s body. You can make it longer, construct it into different
dynamic poses, and choose your own color scheme to reflect your personal
style. Whether you prefer a traditional red and gold dragon or a unique
combination of your favorite colors, this pattern allows for complete
creative freedom.
Constructed
with no wires, this dragon is a safe gift for children. The soft, plush
design makes it perfect for snuggling, playtime, or as a charming
decorative piece. The flexibility in materials also means you can use
any yarn and crochet hook you like, including chenille yarn for an extra
soft and cuddly texture.
Perfect for fantasy lovers and crochet enthusiasts alike, this pattern offers a fun and creative way to craft a mythical creature. Start your crafting journey today and bring an Eastern-style dragon into your home as a unique, handmade keepsake that’s sure to be cherished for years to come.
-Product Details-
• Body diameter- 15cm (28 stitches wide + the the height of the scales along the back)
• Body length- Approx. 1m
• No wires are used to make this pattern
• This pattern contains two options for horns and two options for ears
• The body is made up in two parts so that you can customise the pose
• The scales along the back are made up as one piece for simplicity
-Difficulty-
This is an advanced pattern. You will need to be familiar with techniques such as working in short rows and confident with sewing pieces.
-Materials-
4 x 50g skeins of Scheepjes Catona mercerized cotton in primary colour (for the body)
1 x 50g skein of Scheepjes Catona mercerized cotton in secondary colour (for scales along the back)
1 x 50g skein of Scheepjes Catona mercerized cotton in tertiary colour (for coloured stripe on the belly)
A small amount of Scheepjes Catona mercerized cotton in optional colour (for horns and claws)
2.5mm crochet hook
Scissors
Polyester stuffing
2 x 15mm crystal beads for eyes
Yarn needle
Pins
Stitch markers (or yarn for marking stitches)
Some kind of tool for stuffing small parts- I used the end of some pliers
Optional- hot glue and a hot glue gun (used to adhere the scales along the back but this part can also be stitched on)
Get the pattern on Etsy here!