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Spaghetti Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

Spaghetti Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Whimsical Buddy

Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Spaghetti Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

This charming dinosaur pattern features multiple components that come together to create an interactive amigurumi toy. The pattern includes detailed instructions for creating the dinosaur's head and body with color changes, adorable orange legs and arms, a distinctive tail with spikes, and the star of the show - a removable blue bowl filled with crocheted yellow spaghetti. The finished piece measures approximately 20 cm in circumference and about 10 cm in length, making it the perfect size for display or play.

Spaghetti Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

What makes this pattern special is the attention to detail in every component. From the dinosaur's back spikes to the realistic-looking spaghetti strands, each element is carefully designed to create a cohesive and delightful finished project that showcases your crochet skills.

Why You'll Love This Spaghetti Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern combines two unexpected elements - dinosaurs and spaghetti - into one incredibly charming creation! The color combination of green, orange, blue, and yellow creates such a vibrant and happy piece that brings a smile to everyone's face. What really makes me excited about this pattern is the interactive element with the removable spaghetti bowl, which adds a playful dimension that children and adults alike will appreciate. The construction technique allows you to practice color changes and working with multiple yarn colors, which helps build confidence and skill. I also love that it's a pattern with personality - this little dinosaur truly looks like it's enjoying its favorite meal, making it more than just a toy but a character with a story.

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

Switch Things Up

If you want to personalize your Spaghetti Dinosaur, I've got some creative ideas that will make your project uniquely yours! First, consider changing up the pasta—instead of spaghetti, you could crochet little ravioli squares, tiny meatballs, or even colorful vegetables to create different meals. I love experimenting with color combinations, so try making a pastel dinosaur in soft pinks and purples for a kawaii aesthetic, or go bold with neon colors for a modern twist.

For an extra special touch, I recommend adding embroidered details like little hearts on the cheeks or patterns on the belly. You could also make the bowl in different colors or add a small fork accessory by crocheting a tiny utensil. If you're making this as a gift for someone specific, personalize it with their favorite colors or add a small bow or accessory that reflects their personality.

I've also found that varying the size is fun—use a smaller hook and thinner yarn to create a miniature version perfect for keychains, or go larger with chunky yarn for a huggable pillow-sized dino. Another idea I love is creating a whole dinosaur family with different expressions and pasta dishes—imagine a T-Rex with lasagna or a Triceratops with mac and cheese! The possibilities are endless, and that's what makes this pattern so special and adaptable to your creative vision.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to stuff the head tightly before closing, which can result in a floppy or misshapen dinosaur head that won't hold its adorable round form properly ✗ Not using stitch markers during color changes between the green body and orange limbs, leading to uneven transitions and difficulty tracking your position in rounds ✗ Overstuffing the spaghetti bowl or making the spaghetti strands too tight, which prevents them from having the soft, realistic draped appearance shown in the pattern photos ✗ Rushing through the assembly process and not pinning parts before sewing, resulting in crooked limbs or a tail that doesn't align properly with the body structure

Spaghetti Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

Bring the cutest prehistoric friend to life with this delightful dinosaur amigurumi pattern! This adorable green dinosaur comes complete with a blue bowl filled with yellow spaghetti, creating a charming scene that's perfect for dinosaur lovers and foodies alike. With its sweet orange spikes, playful tail, and endearing expression, this pattern combines whimsical design with practical crochet techniques. Whether you're making it as a gift or adding to your amigurumi collection, this spaghetti-loving dino will steal hearts wherever it goes.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Spaghetti Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Yarn in green (main color for body and head)
  • 02
    Yarn in orange/coral (for legs, arms, and spikes)
  • 03
    Yarn in blue (for spaghetti bowl)
  • 04
    Yarn in yellow (for spaghetti noodles)
  • 05
    Light brown yarn (for stick accessory)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.5mm crochet hook or size that fits your yarn
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
  • 04
    Tapestry needle for sewing
  • 05
    Stitch marker
  • 06
    Pins for assembly
  • 07
    Safety eyes or black embroidery thread for eyes
  • 08
    Black embroidery thread for mouth details

Progress Tracker

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— HEAD & BODY

MAIN COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 sc inc (12)

Rnd 3 :

(6 times) 1 sc into sc next inc (18)

Rnd 4 :

(6 times) 2 sc into sc next inc (24)

Rnd 5 :

(6 times) 3 sc into sc next inc (30)

Rnd 6 :

(6 times) 4 sc into sc next inc (36)

Rnd 7 :

(6 times) 5 sc into sc next inc (42)

Rnd 8 :

(6 times) 6 sc into sc next inc (48)

Rnd 9 :

(6 times) 7 sc into sc next inc (54)

Rnd 10-15 :

(6 ring) sc into sc (54)

Rnd 16 :

20 sc into sc (14 sc inc) 20 sc into sc (68)

Rnd 17-23 :

(7 ring) sc into sc (68)

Rnd 24 :

20 sc into sc (14 sc dec) 20 sc into sc (54)

Rnd 25 :

(6 times) 7 sc into sc next dec (48)

Rnd 26 :

(6 times) 6 sc into sc next dec (42)

Rnd 27 :

(6 times) 5 sc into sc next dec (36)

Rnd 28 :

(6 times) 4 sc into sc next dec (30)

Info :

Tightly fill the head

Rnd 29-31 :

(3 ring) sc into sc (30)

Rnd 32 :

(6 times) 4 sc into sc next inc (36)

Rnd 33 :

(6 times) 5 sc into sc next inc (42)

Rnd 34 :

(6 times) 6 sc into sc next inc (48)

Rnd 35 :

(6 times) 7 sc into sc next inc (54)

Rnd 36-43 :

(8 ring) sc into sc (54)

B COLOR

Rnd 44 :

In flo sc into sc (54)

Rnd 45-58 :

(14 ring) sc into sc (54)

Rnd 59 :

In flo sc into sc (54)

Rnd 60 :

(6 times) 7 sc into sc next dec (48)

Rnd 61 :

(6 times) 6 sc into sc next dec (42)

Rnd 62 :

(6 times) 5 sc into sc next dec (36)

Rnd 63 :

(6 times) 4 sc into sc next dec (30)

Rnd 64 :

(6 times) 3 sc into sc next dec (24)

Rnd 65 :

(6 times) 2 sc into sc next dec (18)

Rnd 66 :

(6 times) 1 sc into sc next dec (12)

Rnd 67 :

6 sc dec fo.

LOWER LIP - MAIN COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 sc inc (12)

Rnd 3 :

sc into sc (12)

Rnd 4 :

(6 times) 1 sc into sc next inc (18)

Rnd 5 :

sc into sc (18)

Rnd 6 :

(6 times) 2 sc into sc next inc (24)

Rnd 7 :

sc into sc (24)

Rnd 8 :

Straighten it. Dip the awl into both layers. 12 sc fo. Leave a long thread end to sew.

— TAIL

MAIN COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 sc inc (6)

Rnd 3 :

2 sc inc (8)

Rnd 4 :

sc into sc (8)

Rnd 5 :

2 sc inc (10)

Rnd 6 :

sc into sc (10)

Rnd 7 :

2 sc inc (12)

Rnd 8 :

sc into sc (12)

Rnd 9 :

(6 times) 1 sc into sc next inc (18)

Rnd 10-16 :

(7 ring) sc into sc (18)

Rnd 17 :

(2 times) 8 sc into sc next inc (20)

Rnd 18 :

(2 times) 9 sc into sc next inc (22)

Rnd 19 :

sc into sc (22)

Rnd 20 :

(2 times) 10 sc into sc next inc (24)

Rnd 21 :

sc into sc (24) Tightly fill the tail

Rnd 22 :

(6 times) 4 sc into sc next inc (30)

Rnd 23-24 :

(2 ring) sc into sc (30) fo. Leave a long thread end to sew.

— ARMS

B COLOR - MAKE 2

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 sc inc (12)

Rnd 3 :

sc into sc (12)

Rnd 4 :

2 sc inc (14)

Rnd 5-8 :

(4 ring) sc into sc (14)

Rnd 9 :

(4 times) 2 sc into sc next dec (10)

Rnd 10 :

sc into sc (10)

Rnd 11 :

(5 times) 1 sc into sc next inc (15)

Ana color :

Rnd 12-23 :

(12 ring) sc into sc (15)

Rnd 24 :

Straighten it. Dip the awl into both layers. 7 sc fo. Leave a long thread end to sew.

— LEGS

MAKE 2 - B COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 sc inc (12)

Rnd 3 :

(6 times) 1 sc into sc next inc (18)

Rnd 4 :

6 sc into sc (4 sc inc) 6 sc into sc (22)

Rnd 5-7 :

(3 ring) sc into sc (22) Tightly fill the legs

Rnd 8 :

6 sc into sc (4 sc dec) 6 sc into sc (18)

Rnd 9 :

7 sc into sc (2 sc dec) 7 sc into sc (16)

Rnd 10-11 :

(2 ring) sc into sc (16)

Rnd 12 :

In flo sc into sc (16) MAIN COLOR

Rnd 13-20 :

(8 ring) sc into sc (16)

Rnd 21 :

Straighten it. Dip the awl into both layers. 8 sc fo. Leave a long thread end to sew.

LEG DETAILS :

Rnd 12-in blo sc into sc (16) fo. clean the thread end.

— SPAGHETTI BOWL

A COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 sc inc (12)

Rnd 3 :

(6 times) 1 sc into sc next inc (18)

Rnd 4 :

(6 times) 2 sc into sc next inc (24)

Rnd 5 :

(6 times) 3 sc into sc next inc (30)

Rnd 6 :

(6 times) 4 sc into sc next inc (36)

Rnd 6 :

(6 times) 5 sc into sc next inc (42)

Rnd 8 :

In flo sc into sc (42)

Rnd 9-10 :

(2 ring) sc into sc (42)

Rnd 11 :

In blo (6 times) 6 sc into sc next inc (48)

Rnd 12 :

(6 times) 7 sc into sc next inc (54)

Rnd 13 :

(6 times) 8 sc into sc next inc (60)

Rnd 14-16 :

(3 ring) sc into sc (60)

Rnd 17 :

(6 times) 7 sc into sc next dec (54) fo..

— DINOSAUR BACK

B COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr (6)

Rnd 2 :

2 sc inc (8)

Rnd 3 :

2 sc inc (10)

Rnd 4 :

2 sc inc (12)

Rnd 5-6 :

(2 ring) sc into sc (12) fo. Leave a long thread end to sew.

— SPAGHETTIES & STICK

C COLOR - MAKE 7

100 ch.

STICK - LIGHT BROWN

Rnd 1 :

20 ch turn

Rnd 2 :

20 ch into sc (40 sc) fo. Fold it up.

— JOINING PARTS

Infos :

Sew top of 1 sc "6 times" between eyes Rnd 14-15. there should be 8 sc between them. Sew the tail back. Sew sleeves to both sides, between rnd 30-33 Sew the legs to both sides, between rnd 55-59. Sew the back to 2 heads, 2 body and tail ends.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the eyes to the head between rounds 14-15, ensuring there are 8 single crochet stitches between them for proper spacing.
  • Sew the lower lip piece to the front of the head, positioning it carefully to create a sweet, smiling expression.
  • Attach the tail to the back of the body, sewing it securely and ensuring it aligns with the body's center line.
  • Sew the arms to both sides of the body between rounds 30-33, positioning them so they can hold the spaghetti bowl.
  • Attach the legs to both sides of the body between rounds 55-59, making sure they are even and the dinosaur can sit stably.
  • Sew the dinosaur back spikes (make multiple) along the spine from head to tail, spacing them evenly for a classic dinosaur look.
  • Place the crocheted spaghetti strands into the bowl and position the stick accessory to create the finished spaghetti meal presentation.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers throughout the project to keep track of rounds, especially during color changes between green and orange sections
  • 💡Stuff the head and body firmly but evenly to maintain the rounded, plump shape that makes this dinosaur so adorable
  • 💡When making the spaghetti bowl, ensure rounds 8 and 11 (worked in front loop only and back loop only) are done correctly to create the bowl's rim detail
  • 💡Make all seven spaghetti strands with 100 chains each for a full, realistic bowl of noodles that drapes naturally
  • 💡Pin all parts in place before final sewing to ensure proper positioning and symmetry, especially for the arms and legs
  • 💡When attaching the back spikes, distribute them evenly along the spine from head to tail for balanced visual appeal

This whimsical Spaghetti Dinosaur pattern brings together the joy of amigurumi with a playful food theme that everyone will love! Designed with multiple colorful components and interactive elements, this project lets you practice various techniques while creating something truly unique. The removable bowl of spaghetti adds a charming touch that makes this more than just a toy—it's a conversation starter and a delightful display piece. Perfect for gifts or personal collections, this pattern will bring smiles and maybe even spark a love for both dinosaurs and Italian food! 🦕🍝 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished dinosaur be?

The finished dinosaur measures approximately 20 cm in circumference and about 10 cm in length, making it a perfect desk companion or shelf decoration that's substantial but not overwhelming.

Can I use different colors for this pattern?

Absolutely! While the pattern uses green, orange, blue, and yellow, you can customize the colors to create your own unique dinosaur. Consider making a purple dino with pink spikes or a blue one with red accents—let your creativity shine!

Is the spaghetti bowl removable or attached?

The spaghetti bowl is a separate piece that can be removed, and the spaghetti strands are loose chains that can be arranged in the bowl, making this an interactive toy that's perfect for imaginative play.

What type of yarn works best for this pattern?

Cotton or acrylic yarn in a DK or light worsted weight works beautifully with a 2.5mm hook. Cotton gives a firmer structure, while acrylic is softer and more affordable—both create excellent results.

How do I attach the eyes to get the sweet expression?

Position the eyes between rounds 14-15 with exactly 8 single crochet stitches between them. This spacing creates the perfect cute and friendly expression. You can use safety eyes or embroider them with black thread.

Do I need to stuff all the parts?

Yes, the head, body, legs, and tail need stuffing for proper shape and structure. The arms need light stuffing, while the bowl and spaghetti strands remain unstuffed so the bowl holds its shape and the noodles drape naturally.