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GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern

GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern
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Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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About This GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a delightful amigurumi dragon named Gretta with wings, crest, tail and little accessories. You will crochet each part in the round with detailed stitch counts and shaping instructions. The design includes assembly and decoration steps so your dragon looks polished and expressive.

GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for intermediate crocheters, the pattern uses standard amigurumi techniques and clear photos for reference. Helpful tips for stuffing, attaching eyes and embroidering details are included.

Why You'll Love This GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends cute character design with satisfying shaping and texture work. I enjoy how the crest and wings give Gretta personality while the assembly steps keep everything stable and neat. The pattern allows for creative color choices and small custom details like freckles and tiny accessories. I am excited when makers tell me how much they enjoyed stitching the face and watching the character come alive.

GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing the color palette to suit a theme; try pastel greens and pinks for a nursery-friendly dragon or deep jewel tones for a dramatic display piece.

To make Gretta larger or smaller I change yarn weight and hook size — bulky yarn with a larger hook creates a chunky cuddle-sized dragon, while thinner yarn and a smaller hook make a tiny keychain version.

I often add embroidered clothing or tiny crocheted accessories like scarves, hats or a little bag to give my dragon personality and playful storytelling potential.

For a posable version I thread thin wire into the wing frame and secure it inside the wing construction so the wings can be adjusted for different poses.

I sometimes replace sewn-on eyes with safety eyes of different sizes or embroider eyes for a softer, child-safe finish depending on the intended recipient.

Experiment with different shiny threads or beads for freckles and decorative spots to create unique facial expressions and shimmer effects.

Try making a whole family of dragons by adjusting colors and minor shaping changes — bigger parents and tiny babies make a charming set.

If you want more texture, alternate rounds of single crochet with a few rounds of half double crochet or work in the back loop only for ribbed details on limbs.

I also enjoy adding tiny props like a crocheted sunflower or purse (as in the sample) to make each dragon distinctly personal and gift-ready.

Don’t hesitate to mix yarn brands or try hand-dyed skeins for one-of-a-kind variations; just check gauge and adjust hook size to keep proportions similar.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working in continuous rounds leads to losing track of the beginning of rounds; place a marker at the start of every round to stay oriented. ✗ Not stuffing evenly causes lumps or flattened shapes in the body and head; stuff gradually, especially around shaping areas, and add small amounts to achieve a smooth curve. ✗ Inaccurate stitch counts during increases and decreases makes shaping inconsistent; count stitches at the end of each round and mark pattern repeats clearly on your notes. ✗ Placing eyes or facial features without pinning first results in asymmetry; use pins to test positions before sewing or inserting felt and eyes to ensure balanced placement.

GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern

Make your own charming GRETTA the Dragon with this detailed crochet pattern. You will follow clear step-by-step rounds to crochet the head, body, limbs, crest, tail and accessories. The pattern includes materials, abbreviations, assembly tips and decorative instructions so you can finish a professional-looking toy. Perfect for a heartfelt handmade gift or a collectible to display.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for GRETTA the DRAGON Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt Jeans №11 - 2 skeins (light green main color)
  • 02
    YarnArt Jeans №69 - 1/2 skein (accent color)
  • 03
    YarnArt Jeans №88 - 1 skein (pink for shoes and cheeks)
  • 04
    YarnArt Jeans №42 - 1/2 skein (dark green for crest and tail)
  • 05
    YarnArt Jeans №70 - a little for the flower (yellow)
  • 06
    YarnArt Jeans №01 - 1/2 skein (white or contrast)
  • 07
    Small amounts of pink yarn for tongue and cheeks
  • 08
    Small amount of golden shiny thread for freckles/embroidery

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Any decorative button 1 piece (example bow-shaped)
  • 02
    Sewn black eyes size 13 mm (1.1 in) (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Toy filler (polyester stuffing)
  • 04
    Any shiny thread (golden floss recommended)
  • 05
    Long needle (for sewing parts)
  • 06
    Two white felt discs, diameter 1-1.5 cm (0.39-0.59 in)
  • 07
    Glue
  • 08
    Scissors
  • 09
    Crochet hook size 2 (or correct hook to match yarn gauge)
  • 10
    Chenille wire or ordinary wire (for flower stem or wing frame)
  • 11
    Small weight for flower (for example a small sea stone)
  • 12
    Dental floss for attaching the front paws securely
  • 13
    Stitch markers

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— Head :

Info :

Crochet with light green yarn, stuff as you go. Do not forget to mark rounds.

Round 1 :

1 r: 7 sc in a MR

Round 2 :

2 r: 7 inc (14)

Round 3 :

3 r: (1 sc, inc)*7 (21)

Round 4 :

4 r: (2 sc, inc)*7 (28)

Round 5 :

5 r: (3 sc, inc)*7 (35)

Round 6 :

6 r: (4 sc, inc)*7 (42)

Round 7 :

7 r: (5 sc, inc)*7 (49)

Round 8 :

8 r: (6 sc, inc)*7 (56)

Round 9 :

9 r: (7 sc, inc)*7 (63)

Round 10 :

10 r: (8 sc, inc)*7 (70)

Round 11 :

11 r: (9 sc, inc)*7 (77)

Round 12-21 :

12-21 r: 77 sc

Round 22 :

22 r: (5 sc, dec)*6, 35 sc (71)

Round 23 :

23 r: (4 sc, dec)*6, 35 sc (65)

Round 24 :

24 r: (3 sc, dec)*6, 35 sc (59)

Round 25-31 :

25-31 r: 59 sc

Round 32 :

32 r: (17 sc, dec)*2, 19 sc, dec (56)

Round 33-34 :

33-34 r: 56 sc

Round 35 :

35 r: (6 sc, dec)*7 (49)

Round 36 :

36 r: (5 sc, dec)*7 (42)

Round 37 :

37 r: (4 sc, dec)*7 (35)

Round 38 :

38 r: (3 sc, dec)*7 (28)

Round 39 :

39 r: (2 sc, dec)*7 (21)

Round 40 :

40 r: (1 sc, dec)*7 (14)

Round 41 :

41 r: 7 dec

Info :

Tighten the opening, cut and secure the thread.

— EARS (2 details) :

Info :

Crochet with light green yarn, do not stuff with filler. Do not forget to mark rounds.

Round 1 :

1 r: 7 sc in a MR

Round 2 :

2 r: 7 inc (14)

Round 3 :

3 r: (1 sc, inc)*7 (21)

Round 4-6 :

4-6 r: 21 sc

Round 7 :

7 r: 19 sc, dec (20)

Info :

Fold in half and single crochet through both halves. Fold in half again and sew the ear from the bottom (see photo). Leave thread end for sewing.

— CHEEKS (2 details) :

Round 1 :

Crochet with pink yarn. 1 r: 13 HDC in MR. Leave thread end for sewing.

— TONGUE :

Round 1 :

Crochet with pink yarn. 1 r: Make a chain of 4 ch, from 2nd ch from hook 3 sc in one ch, then on chain 1 sc, 3 sc in last ch, on second side of chain 1 sc, slst. Leave thread end for sewing.

— CREST FOR HEAD (5 details) :

Info :

Crochet with dark green yarn, do not forget to mark rounds. Do not stuff with filler. Cut the thread on 4 triangles, do not cut the thread on 5th triangle and connect into one crest with slip stitches.

Round 1 :

1 r: 6 sc in a MR

Round 2 :

2 r: inc, 2 sc, inc, 2 sc (8)

Round 3 :

3 r: inc, 3 sc, inc, 3 sc (10)

Round 4 :

4 r: inc, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc (12)

Round 5 :

5 r: inc, 5 sc, inc, 5 sc (14)

Round 6 :

6 r: inc, 6 sc, inc, 6 sc (16)

Info :

Fold the triangle in half and single crochet through both halves. Connect into one crest with slip stitches (see photo). Cut and secure threads, weave in the ends.

— HEAD DECORATION :

Infos :

1. Sew on the ears between 7th and 8th rounds symmetrical to each other (count from the top of the head, see photo). You may place the ears on other rounds as you like best. 2. Eyes and mouth tightening: place two pins for mouth (at a distance of 1 sc between them) between 10th and 11th rounds from the beginning of crocheting the head (see photo). Place two pins for each eye (at a distance of 1 sc between the pins) between 26th and 27th rounds from the beginning of crocheting the head at a distance of 10-11 sc between eyes (see photo). You may place eyes and mouth in other rounds as you like best. Insert needle at point A, bring it out at point B, again insert needle at point C, bring out at point D, insert at point E, bring out at point F. Repeat this stage one more time tightening the thread. 3. Sew eyes into eye deepening and glue them with felt for strength. Make a little hole in the felt disc, backing a little from the center to the edge, insert eyes in felt discs (see photo). 4. Sew tongue into mouth deepening. Place the cheeks symmetrically to each other on the sides of the head (see photo). 5. Embroider eyelids and eyebrows with brown yarn (I split the thread into two parts to make it thinner). 6. Embroider freckles with shiny thread. 7. Embroider the nostrils under the eyes with brown thread (see photo). 8. Sew on the crest in the middle of the head (I sew on both sides to keep it steady) (see photo).

— ARMS (2 details) :

Info :

Start crocheting with green yarn. Do not forget to mark rounds, stuff as you go.

Info :

Make fingers. 6 fingers: cut the thread on 4 fingers, do not cut thread on 2 fingers.

Round 1 :

1 r: 8 sc in a MR

Round 2-3 :

2-3 r: 8 sc

Info :

Connect fingers into arm: 1 r: 4 sc on one finger (on which the thread was not cut)+ 4 sc on second finger + 4 sc on third finger, crochet the second semicircle the same (4 sc +4 sc + 4 sc) (24)

Round 2 :

2 r: 24 sc

Round 3 :

3 r: crochet the thumb: on first arm: 20 sc, crochet finger from the inside 4 sc (24) (see photo). On second arm: crochet finger from the inside 4 sc, 20 sc (24) (see photo).

Round 4 :

4 r: on first arm: 20 sc, crochet on the outside of the finger 4 sc (24). on second arm: crochet on the outside of the finger 4 sc, 20 sc (24)

Round 5 :

5 r: 24 sc

Round 6 :

6 r: (2 sc, dec)*6 (18)

Round 7-8 :

7-8 r: 18 sc

Round 9-22 :

9-22 r: work in back loops only 18 sc

Round 23 :

23 r: in back loops only (1 sc, dec)*6 (12)

Round 24 :

24 r: in back loops only 12 sc

Round 25 :

25 r: in back loops only 6 dec (6)

Info :

Tighten the hole, secure and cut the thread. Attach yellow yarn to 9th round and crochet around the arm from 9th to 25th rounds with slst (see photo).

— LEGS (2 details) :

Info :

Start crocheting with pink yarn. Stuff as you go. Do not forget to mark rounds. Make a chain of 7 ch.

Round 1 :

1 r: from 2nd ch from hook crochet 3 sc in one ch, then on chain 4 sc, 3 sc in last ch, on second side of chain 4 sc (14)

Round 2 :

2 r: (inc.)*3, 4 sc, (inc.)*3, 4 sc (20)

Round 3 :

3 r: (inc., 1 sc)*3, 4 sc, (inc., 1 sc)*3, 4 sc (26)

Round 4 :

4 r: (inc., 2 sc)*3, 4 sc, (inc., 2 sc)*3, 4 sc (32)

Round 5 :

5 r: (inc., 3 sc)*3, 4 sc, (inc., 3 sc)*3, 4 sc (38)

Round 6 :

6 r: in back loops only 38 sc

Round 7-8 :

7-8 r: 38 sc

Info :

Attach pink yarn to 6th round and crochet around 38 slst.

Round 9 :

9 r: work 9 sc (shift the beginning of the round to the middle of the heel, place marker), then 11 sc, 8 dec., 11 sc (30)

Round 9 (cont) :

9 r: 9 sc, 6 dec.,9 sc (24)

Round 10 :

Attach light green yarn. 10 r: in back loops only 24 sc

Round 11 :

11 r: 7 sc, 5 dec., 7 sc (19)

Round 12 :

12 r: 17 sc, dec. (18)

Info :

Attach pink yarn to 10th round and crochet around 24 slst.

Round 13-15 :

13-15 r: 18 sc

Round 16 :

16 r: (2 sc, inc.)*6 (24)

Round 17 :

17 r: 24 sc

Round 18 :

18 r: (3 sc, inc.)*6 (30)

Round 19 :

19 r: 30 sc

Round 20 :

20 r: (4 sc, inc.)*6 (36)

Round 21 :

21 r: 36 sc

Info :

On first leg, crochet 12 sc to the middle of the leg, secure and cut the thread. On second leg, crochet 31 sc, make 1 ch, do not cut the thread.

Round 22 :

Attach second leg to the first leg into the next stitch (i.e. in 13th stitch) and place marker. 22 r: 36 sc on first leg, 1 sc on ch, 36 sc on second leg, 1 sc on ch (74)

Round 23 :

23 r: 74 sc

Round 24 :

24 r: (36 sc, inc)*2 (76)

Round 25 :

25 r: (37 sc, inc)*2 (78)

Round 26 :

26 r: (12 sc, inc)*6 (84)

Round 27-31 :

27-31 r: 84 sc

Round 32 :

32 r: (12 sc, dec)*6 (78)

Round 33 :

33 r: 78 sc

Round 34 :

34 r: (11 sc, dec)*6 (72)

Round 35 :

35 r: 72 sc

Round 36 :

36 r: (10 sc, dec)*6 (66)

Round 37 :

37 r: 66 sc

Round 38 :

38 r: (9 sc, dec)*6 (60)

Round 39 :

39 r: 60 sc

Round 40 :

40 r: (8 sc, dec)*6 (54)

Info :

Shift the beginning of round: I crochet 30 sc (to the middle of the back and place marker), you may have a different number of stitches due to the different crocheting density. Stuff the toy with filler, pay special attention to the hips of the toy so that the canvas does not puff up. With an even distribution of the filler, the hips of the toy will take on a rounded shape.

Round 41-52 :

41-52 r: in back loops only 54 sc

Round 53 :

53 r: in back loops only (7 sc, dec)*6 (48)

Round 54-56 :

54-56 r: in back loops only 48 sc

Round 57 :

57 r: in back loops only (6 sc, dec)*6 (42)

Info :

Crochet as usual for both sides of the loops: Add filler, distribute it evenly inside the toy.

Round 58 :

58 r: (5 sc, dec)*6 (36)

Round 59 :

59 r: 36 sc

Round 60 :

60 r: (4 sc, dec)*6 (30)

Round 61 :

61 r: (3 sc, dec)*6 (24)

Round 62 :

62 r: (2 sc, dec)*6 (18)

Round 63 :

63 r: (1 sc, dec)*6 (12)

Round 64 :

64 r: 6 dec

Info :

Tighten the hole, cut and secure thread. Weave in the ends. Sew up the holes between the legs (if you have them formed when crocheting). Attach yellow yarn to the back of the toy and crochet with sl.st around to the 57th round inclusive (see photo). Cut and secure thread.

— SHELLS :

Info :

Attach yellow yarn to 41st round and make shells: ch, skip 1 st, 5 DC, skip 1 st, sc, skip 1 st, 5 DC, skip 1 st, sc and so on to the end of round (see photo). Cut and secure the thread.

— TAIL :

Info :

Start crocheting with dark green yarn, stuff as you go, do not forget to mark rounds.

Round 1 :

1 r: 6 sc in a MR

Round 2 :

2 r: 6 sc

Round 3 :

3 r: 3 inc, 3 sc (9)

Round 4 :

4 r: (1 sc, inc)*3, 3 sc (12)

Round 5 :

5 r: (2 sc, inc)*3, 3 sc (15)

Round 6 :

6 r: 15 sc

Round 7 :

7 r: (3 sc, inc)*3, 3 sc (18)

Round 8 :

8 r: (2 sc, inc)*6 (24)

Round 9 :

9 r: 3 sc, (inc, 1 sc)*9, 3 sc (33)

Round 10-12 :

10-12 r: 33 sc

Round 13 :

13 r: (10 sc, inc)*3 (36)

Round 14 :

14 r: (5 sc, inc)*6 (42)

Round 15 :

15 r: make a fold: in front loops 7 sc, then work in both loops 28 sc, again in front loops 7 sc (42)

Round 16-17 :

16-17 r: 42 sc

Round 18 :

18 r: make a fold: grab one stitch in current 18th round and one back loop in 15th round, work 7 sc in this way (see photo), then crochet 28 sc in both loops of current round, again grab one stitch in current 18th round and one back loop in 15th round, crochet 7 sc in this way in total (42)

Round 19-20 :

19-20 r: 42 sc. Leave thread end for sewing.

— CREST FOR TAIL (4 details) :

Info :

Start crocheting with dark green yarn, do not forget to mark rounds. Do not stuff with filler. Cut the thread on 3 triangles, leave the thread on 4th triangle.

2 pcs rounds :

1 r: 6 sc in a MR. 2 r: inc, 2 sc, inc, 2 sc (8). 3 r: inc, 3 sc, inc, 3 sc (10). 4 r: inc, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc (12). 5 r: inc, 5 sc, inc, 5 sc (14).

1 piece rounds :

1 r: 6 sc in a MR. 2 r: inc, 2 sc, inc, 2 sc (8). 3 r: inc, 3 sc, inc, 3 sc (10).

Info :

Fold triangle in half and single crochet through both halves. Connect into one crest with slip stitches (see photo). Connect from smaller triangle to larger. Cut and secure thread, weave in the ends.

— FRAME FOR WINGS :

Info :

Start crocheting with dark green yarn, do not forget to mark rows.

Round 1 :

1 r: Make a chain of 6 ch, from 2nd ch from hook crochet 5 sc, 1 turning chain, turn. Further crochet in turning rows and make 1 t.ch in the end of each row.

Round 2-44 :

2-44 r: 5 sc, 1 t.ch, turn. (43 rows) Leave thread end for sewing.

Info :

Bend the ends of the chenille wire (you can use a thin ordinary wire) and place it inside the part, sew it by the edges (see photo). Give a "checkmark" shape. Cut and secure the thread.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the ears between the 7th and 8th rounds symmetrically to each other and secure with hidden stitches.
  • Place two pins for the mouth between rounds 10 and 11 and tighten following the described insertion points (A-F) to form the mouth; sew the tongue into the mouth deepening.
  • Position eyes between rounds 26-27; place pins for each eye at a distance of 10-11 sc between eyes, glue felt discs behind sewn eyes for strength and attach eyes through felt.
  • Sew cheeks symmetrically on the sides of the head and embroider eyelids, eyebrows and freckles with thin brown and shiny thread as shown in photos.
  • Attach the crest to the middle of the head, sewing on both sides for stability; sew crest spikes together and attach as one piece.
  • Attach arms and sew them to the body sides; after sewing, wrap yellow yarn with slip stitch around rounds 9-25 of the arm for stripe detail.
  • Sew legs to the body, join second leg into the first leg at the stitch indicated (13th stitch) and follow rounds 22-40 to integrate legs and body.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in spiral and do not join with a slip stitch at the end of each round unless otherwise stated to preserve continuous shaping.
  • 💡Use stitch markers or a contrasting thread to mark the first loop of each new round, especially where the pattern uses turns or floating loops.
  • 💡Stuff the toy firmly but evenly, paying special attention to shaping areas such as hips, head and tail to maintain smooth curves and structure.
  • 💡Weave in thread ends and secure small parts thoroughly; use dental floss for extra strength when attaching front paws and small heavy stitches for stability.
  • 💡When attaching eyes use felt discs and glue for reinforcement to prevent pulling out; always test placement with pins before final attachment.

Create a lovable Gretta the Dragon that becomes a treasured handmade friend with this pattern. The design includes whimsical crest spikes, tiny wings and expressive facial details that bring personality to every stitch. Enjoy the process and share your finished dragon as a heartfelt gift or keepsake. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 27-28 cm (10.63–11.02 in) tall including the crest when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and required hook. Match the hook size to your yarn and expect the finished toy to be larger or smaller accordingly.

Do I need advanced crochet skills to make this dragon?

This pattern is rated intermediate. Basic amigurumi experience, counting rounds, increases and decreases, and sewing pieces together is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in about 12-15 hours over multiple sessions, depending on experience, speed and how many decorative details you add.