Here’s a Candy Corn Dinosaur free crochet pattern modification idea that combines the fun of dinosaurs with the seasonal charm of candy corn! This modified version of a dinosaur pattern can be made in the classic candy corn color scheme of yellow, orange, and white. It’s perfect for Halloween or as a quirky decoration.
Materials:
- Yarn:
- Yellow (For the bottom of the dinosaur and the candy corn pattern)
- Orange (For the middle section of the dinosaur)
- White (For the top part of the dinosaur and the underside)
- Black (For the eyes and optional details)
- Hook:
- 3.5mm (E) crochet hook (adjust based on your tension)
- Safety Eyes (optional, or black yarn to stitch the eyes)
- Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or your preferred stuffing
- Tapestry Needle: For sewing parts together and weaving in ends
- Stitch Marker: To mark the beginning of each round
Abbreviations:
- ch: Chain
- sl st: Slip stitch
- sc: Single crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: Decrease (single crochet 2 together)
- FO: Finish off
Body (Yellow, Orange, White)
Step 1: Make the body in sections (using candy corn colors).
- Start with Yellow Yarn (bottom of the body):
- Round 1: Make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3: (Sc in next stitch, inc) around. (18)
- Round 4: (Sc in next 2 stitches, inc) around. (24)
- Round 5: (Sc in next 3 stitches, inc) around. (30)
- Round 6-8: Sc in each stitch around. (30)
- Round 9: (Sc in next 3 stitches, dec) around. (24)
- Round 10: (Sc in next 2 stitches, dec) around. (18)
- Round 11: (Sc in next stitch, dec) around. (12)
- Round 12: Dec around. (6)
- Stuff the body lightly with fiberfill and FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Change to Orange Yarn (middle part of the body):
- Round 1: Join the orange yarn to the last stitch of the yellow part.
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3: (Sc in next stitch, inc) around. (18)
- Round 4: (Sc in next 2 stitches, inc) around. (24)
- Round 5-7: Sc in each stitch around. (24)
- Round 8: (Sc in next 2 stitches, dec) around. (18)
- Round 9: (Sc in next stitch, dec) around. (12)
- Round 10: Dec around. (6)
- Stuff the body slightly and FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Switch to White Yarn (top part of the body):
- Round 1: Join white yarn and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3: (Sc in next stitch, inc) around. (18)
- Round 4: (Sc in next 2 stitches, inc) around. (24)
- Round 5-7: Sc in each stitch around. (24)
- Round 8: (Sc in next 2 stitches, dec) around. (18)
- Round 9: (Sc in next stitch, dec) around. (12)
- Round 10: Dec around. (6)
- FO and leave a long tail to sew onto the rest of the body.
Tail
- Yellow Yarn:
- Round 1: Make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3: Sc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 4: (Sc in next stitch, dec) around. (8)
- Round 5: Sc in each stitch around. (8)
- Round 6: (Sc in next stitch, dec) around. (6)
- Round 7: Dec around. (3)
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 4)
- Yellow Yarn:
- Round 1: Make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3-5: Sc in each stitch around. (12)
- FO and leave a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff each leg before attaching.
Arms (Make 2)
- Yellow Yarn:
- Round 1: Make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3-4: Sc in each stitch around. (12)
- FO and leave a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the arms before attaching.
Head (Yellow Yarn)
- Round 1: Make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3: (Sc in next stitch, inc) around. (18)
- Round 4: (Sc in next 2 stitches, inc) around. (24)
- Round 5-7: Sc in each stitch around. (24)
- Round 8: (Sc in next 2 stitches, dec) around. (18)
- Round 9: (Sc in next stitch, dec) around. (12)
- Round 10: Dec around. (6)
- Stuff the head lightly and FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
- Attach the head to the body: Position the head on top of the body and sew it securely.
- Sew on the legs: Attach the legs to the bottom of the body, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Sew on the arms: Attach the arms to the sides of the body.
- Sew on the tail: Attach the tail to the back of the body.
- Attach the white part to the top of the body: Position the white top part onto the orange section and sew it on.
Optional Details:
- Eyes: You can use safety eyes or black yarn to stitch eyes onto the head.
- Spikes: Optionally, you can make little spikes along the back of the dinosaur with a small amount of yarn in a contrasting color (such as dark green or brown) and sew them along the back.
- Decorate the Dinosaur: You could also add small embellishments like a tiny scarf, buttons, or a bowtie to make your Candy Corn Dinosaur even more festive!
Final Touches:
- Weave in all loose ends and ensure everything is securely attached.
- If you want the dinosaur to stand up, you can add some extra stuffing to the body or attach a small flat piece of felt to the bottom of the feet for stability.
Your Candy Corn Dinosaur is now ready to join the fun of Halloween or any candy-themed occasion! Enjoy your adorable creation!
