Dragons are the perfect amigurumi for fantasy fans. Little wings, tiny horns and a curly tail make them fun to stitch, and they are a hit with kids, gamers and anyone who loves a good story. They also make great gifts for the Year of the Dragon.
We opened and checked every pattern in this list, and all 13 are free to make. You will find a mini dragon only about 2 inches tall, a keychain baby dragon, beginner-friendly round dragons and a big poseable dragon that sits on your shoulder.
Crochet Dragon Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- Worsted weight acrylic yarn in green, teal or red
- Sport or DK cotton yarn for small dragons
- Crochet hook set (2 mm to 5.25 mm)
- Safety eyes, 6–18 mm
- Polyester fiberfill
- Craft wire or pipe cleaners for wings and tails
- Stitch markers and tapestry needles
1. Mini Sitting Dragon
Photo: Supergurumi
This tiny blue dragon is only about 5.5 cm (just over 2 inches) tall when sitting. The head and body are worked in one piece, and the wings, spikes, ears and eyebrows are small add-ons. It is made in cotton, so the stitches look crisp. A great mini dragon for a desk or a keyring.
- Designer: Supergurumi
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Fine (#2) cotton
- Hook: 2.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Zodiac Baby Dragon Keychain
Photo: Joy / Anvi’s Granny Handicrafts
This light purple baby dragon has yellow wings and horns and a dark purple spine made with surface crochet. The designer calls it a miniature dragon keychain. You can make it in DK or worsted. Note that the wing and horn instructions on the page look the same, so check the video if you get stuck.
- Designer: Joy / Anvi’s Granny Handicrafts
- Skill level: Beginner (basic amigurumi skills)
- Yarn: DK or worsted
- Hook: 2.2–2.5 mm (DK) or 3.5–3.75 mm (worsted)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Baby Dragon by Craft Alotl
Photo: Craft Alotl / Red Ted Art
This round little baby dragon has small feet, folded wings, ears and a tail. It was designed by a young teen designer and uses only single crochet, increases, decreases and chains. You can use any yarn, and the yarn decides the size. A simple, cheerful first dragon.
- Designer: Craft Alotl / Red Ted Art
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Any (DK cotton shown)
- Hook: 3 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Vincent the Shoulder Dragon
Photo: Kati Brown / Hooked by Kati
Vincent is a big, poseable shoulder dragon, about 20 inches long, in deep teal with magenta accents. Short rows curve his tail, and his wings are wired so you can shape them. He even has bobble stitches and branched claws. A show-stopper for fantasy fans and Renaissance fair lovers.
- Designer: Kati Brown / Hooked by Kati
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Damian the Dragon
Photo: Petra Salisbury / Cuddly Stitches Craft
Damian is a friendly teal dragon with light green wing details and orange embroidered toes. He sits about 9 inches tall in sport weight yarn. The wings use double and treble crochet for texture. The designer says he suits intermediate crocheters or adventurous beginners.
- Designer: Petra Salisbury / Cuddly Stitches Craft
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Sport (#2), or DK, worsted or bulky
- Hook: 2.5 mm (B-1) for sport weight
- Price: Free to view online + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Philip the Dragon
Photo: jadedjennifer / The Left-Handed Crocheter
Philip is part of a fairytale series and has horns, ear flaps, scales, wings and optional toes. A pipe cleaner in his tail gives it a curl. He is made in two shades of green worsted yarn. A fun pick if you like storybook-style toys.
- Designer: jadedjennifer / The Left-Handed Crocheter
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (Vanna’s Choice used)
- Hook: 5.25 mm (I)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Dragon Amigurumi with Fire
Photo: Sharon / Ami Amour
This 5-inch dragon has rimmed wings, small ears and an optional fire flame you can sew to his open mouth. He is built on the same designer’s Baby Dinosaur body and Open Mouth head patterns, which are linked from the page, so open those too before you start. Kids love the little flame.
- Designer: Sharon / Ami Amour
- Skill level: Easy Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. All About Ami Dragon
Photo: Stephanie Lau / All About Ami
This green dragon has felt wings, felt horns, pink felt cheeks and an embroidered scaled belly. The legs, arms and tail are made separately and sewn on, and the felt details are glued in place, which makes finishing quick. Very cute for the Year of the Dragon.
- Designer: Stephanie Lau / All About Ami
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (Patons Grace used)
- Hook: 2 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Little Red Dragon
Photo: Vira Velmozhna / Knitted Story Bears
This cheerful red dragon with golden horns is about 7 inches tall. He is part of a Chinese horoscope series, and the pattern has step-by-step photos. The head and body are one piece worked top-down, with embroidered stripes. A lovely Lunar New Year make.
- Designer: Vira Velmozhna / Knitted Story Bears
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: DK
- Hook: 2.5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Dragons in My Kitchen
Photo: Sharon Ojala / Amigurumi To Go
This is a big plush dragon, about 16 to 18 inches tall, with a choice of a sleepy or fierce face. The pattern is split into three parts with a video series, and there is a separate marshmallow and fire add-on. Make him in green, blue or red.
- Designer: Sharon Ojala / Amigurumi To Go
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4.5 mm (3.75–4 mm for loose crocheters)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. StringyDingDing Dragon
Photo: StringyDingDing
This stuffed dragon has horns, ears, a nose, a chest piece, a tail tip and two wings, plus an optional tooth. The body is built from two legs joined together. It is rated Easy and made in medium weight yarn, so it is a nice step up from a first amigurumi.
- Designer: StringyDingDing
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Joanet the Dragon
Photo: Helena Pérez / Pebie Crochet
Joanet is a pistachio green dragon with pink back spikes, pink horns, a felt belly and a red felt mouth with little white fangs. He is worked in fine cotton with a small steel hook, so he looks neat and detailed. The pattern is free for personal use only.
- Designer: Helena Pérez / Pebie Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Fine 3-ply cotton
- Hook: 1.9 mm steel
- Price: Free (personal use)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
13. Fierce Little Dragon
Photo: Lucy Collin
This dragon is about 11 inches from nose to tail tip with an 8-inch wingspan. It is an updated version of a long-loved free pattern, now with stiffer wings and longer instructions. It takes only about 35 g of DK yarn, so it is a good stash buster.
- Designer: Lucy Collin
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free (Ravelry download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Want a mini or keychain dragon? Make #1, the Mini Sitting Dragon, or #2, the Baby Dragon Keychain.
- First dragon ever? Start with #3, the Baby Dragon by Craft Alotl. It uses only basic stitches.
- Want a wow gift for a fantasy fan? Go for #4, Vincent the Shoulder Dragon.
- Making for Lunar New Year? #9, the Little Red Dragon, is part of a zodiac series.
- Want a big cuddly toy? Try #10, Dragons in My Kitchen.
FAQ
How do you make crochet dragon wings stiff?
Work the wings tightly with a smaller hook, then crochet two layers and sew them together. For more support, slip craft wire or a pipe cleaner inside the edge, like Vincent’s wings. You can also use felt wings instead, like the All About Ami dragon. Skip wire for toys for young children.
What yarn is best for a crochet dragon?
Worsted acrylic is the easiest choice, and it comes in lots of greens, reds and teals. For small, detailed dragons, use sport or DK cotton, which shows stitch texture well. Choose two or three colors: one for the body, one for the belly and wings, and one for horns or spikes.
Can a beginner crochet a dragon?
Yes. Pick a small round dragon with few pieces, like the Baby Dragon by Craft Alotl or the Zodiac Baby Dragon Keychain. If you can work single crochet in the round, increase and decrease, you can make a dragon. Save the bigger poseable dragons for after you have made a few toys.
Pick your dragon colors and let your first little dragon hatch off your hook.