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Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

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

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a large, stuffed dragon floor pillow with sculpted head, legs, wings and a long curled tail. It uses double-thread techniques in places for extra structure and comes with full round-by-round instructions. The finished piece is large and perfect for reading nooks or imaginative play.

Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed shaping and assembly tips are provided throughout the pattern to help you place legs and head for a natural pose. This is designed for intermediate crocheters comfortable with reading rounds and basic increases and decreases.

Why You'll Love This Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple stitches into a dramatic, life-size dragon that kids (and adults) adore. I enjoy the challenge of sculpting the head and limbs so they look expressive and natural. The double-thread technique gives the body a plush but stable shape that makes it perfect as a pillow and toy. Every time I see one finished, I am delighted by how customizable the colors and details can be — its like bringing a little dragon to life.

Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this dragon is for customization! You can change the main color to a deep teal or charcoal for a different mood and it will still read as a dragon.

Want a softer, cuddlier version? Use a bulky yarn and a larger hook to make a plush, oversized pillow thats perfect for lounging.

Make a mini version by using fingering weight yarn and a much smaller hook for a collectible or keychain-sized dragon companion.

Try adding metallic or variegated yarn accents along the spine or wings for a magical shimmer effect that catches the light.

I often embroider extra scales or add felt details for eyes and claws to give the face more personality and expression.

Consider making removable accessories like a crochet saddle or a tiny blanket so the dragon can be dressed up and played with in different scenes.

If youd like poseable limbs, insert craft wire into the legs before stuffing; this allows gentle shaping while still remaining soft and safe for kids.

Swap the tail shape by adding extra increases for a thicker tail or decreasing sooner for a sleeker, whip-like tail depending on the look you prefer.

I sometimes use two slightly different greens for the back and belly to give a more realistic contrast and highlight the body shape.

Finally, personalize it with initials or a small pocket sewn into the belly for tiny treasures — small touches like these make each piece truly unique.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during long rounds leads to lost counts and uneven shaping; put a marker at the start of every round and update it as needed. ✗ Not stuffing gradually makes lumps or weak spots in the body; stuff in small increments and shape as you go for smooth results. ✗ Working with inconsistent tension produces uneven rows and mismatched parts; maintain steady tension and practice with the double-thread sections before starting. ✗ Forgetting to leave long tails for sewing means youll have trouble joining pieces neatly; leave and document long tails on each piece meant for attachment.

Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

Make an impressive giant dragon floor pillow that doubles as a cuddly playmate and dramatic room accent. This pattern walks you through building a soft, sculpted body, legs, wings and a long curled tail using simple stitches and clear shaping. Youll love how customizable the colors and scale make this project uniquely yours.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Giant Dragon Floor Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Limelight #9607 - 22 skeins (main color)
  • 02
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Kelly Green #9769 - 4 skeins (accent)
  • 03
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Bone #9703 - 2 skeins (small amounts)
  • 04
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Chocolate #9750 - 2 skeins (small amounts)
  • 05
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Dark Sage #9707 - 2 skeins (small amounts)
  • 06
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, White #9701 - 1 skein (details)
  • 07
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Black #9727 - 1 skein (details)
  • 08
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Gold #9782 - 1 skein (details)
  • 09
    Caron Simply Soft yarn, 6oz, 315yds, Off White #9702 - 1 skein (details)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 5mm (H)
  • 02
    Large eye needle
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Stitch markers
  • 05
    Polyester stuffing or alpaca fiber (stuffing)
  • 06
    Pins for assembly
  • 07
    Optional: wire for posable limbs

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— Body :

Info :

BODY: 2 CH, DOUBLE YARN, LIGHT GREEN

Round 1 :

6sc into second chain from hook

Round 2 :

2sc in each = 12st

Round 3 :

(1sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 18st

Round 4 :

(2sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 24st

Round 5 :

(3sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 30st

Round 6 :

(4sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 36st

Round 7 :

(5sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 42st

Round 8 :

(6sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 48st

Round 9 :

(7sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 54st

Round 10 :

(8sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 60st

Round 11 :

(9sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 66st

Round 12 :

(10sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 72st

Round 13 :

(11sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 78st

Round 14 :

(12sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 84st

Round 15 :

(13sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 90st

Round 16 :

(14sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 96st

Round 17 :

(15sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 102st

Round 18 :

(16sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 108st

Round 19 :

(17sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 114st

Round 20 :

(18sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 120st

Round 21-26 :

sc in each = 120st (6 rounds)

Row 27 :

50sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 28 :

A) skip next, 2sc, 45hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 28 :

B) skip next, 2sc, 45hdc, 2sc, (now you are going back in the original round) 69sc

Round 29-36 :

sc in each = 118st (8 rounds)

Row 37 :

48sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 38 :

A) skip next, 2sc, 43hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 38 :

B) skip next, 2sc, 43hdc, 71sc

Round 39 :

(56sc, sc2tog) x 2 = 114st

Round 40-46 :

sc in each = 114st (7 rounds)

Row 47 :

45sc, 1 ss, ch, turn

Row 48 :

A) skip next, 2sc, 40hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 48 :

B) skip next, 2sc, 40hdc, 70sc

Round 49 :

(54sc, sc2tog) x 2 = 110st

Round 50-56 :

Rd: sc in each = 110st (7 rounds)

Round 57 :

(9sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 100st

Round 58-82 :

Rd: sc in each = 100st (25 rounds)

Round 83 :

(8sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 90st

Round 84-93 :

Rd: sc in each = 90st (10 rounds)

Round 94 :

(7sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 80st

Round 95-99 :

Rd: sc in each = 80st (5 rounds)

Round 100 :

(6sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 70st

Round 101-105 :

Rd: sc in each = 70st (5 rounds)

Round 106 :

(5sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 60st

Round 107 :

(4sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 50st

Round 108 :

(3sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 40st

Round 109 :

(2sc, sc2tog) x 10 = 30st

Round 110 :

(4sc, sc2tog) x 5 = 25st Stuff body.

Round 111 :

(3sc, sc2tog) x 5 = 20st

Round 112 :

(2sc, sc2tog) x 5 = 15st

Round 113 :

(1sc, sc2tog) x 5 = 10st

Round 114 :

sc2tog x 5 = 5st, fo

— Back Legs :

Info :

BACK LEGS: DOUBLE THREAD, MAKE 2, LIGHT GREEN. Start with the toes: MR, make 3 each foot. Note: most of the directions apply to both the right and left leg but there are some that have specific instructions depending on the leg you are working on. Be sure to make note of this, it is marked.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR = 6st

Round 2 :

2sc in each = 12st

Round 3-4 :

Rd: sc in each = 12st (2 rounds)

Row 5 :

1ss, ch, turn, 1ss, 3sc, 1ss = 5st, ch, turn

Row 6 :

1ss, 3sc, 1ss = 5st, place new stitch marker

Round 7 :

Rd: sc in each = 12st

Round 8 :

Rd: (2sc in next, 2sc) x 4 = 16st

Round 9 :

Rd: sc in each = 16st

Row 10 :

Row: 1ss, ch, turn, 1ss, 6sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 11 :

Row: 1ss, 6sc, 1ss, place new stitch marker

Round 12 :

Rd: sc in each = 16st

Round 13 :

Rd: (2sc in next, 3sc) x 4 = 20st

Round 14-15 :

Rd: sc in each = 20st (2 rounds), fo first two made but not the third. Leave long tails. Add the toes to the feet matching the curves. Leave the tails available for later use.

Round 16 :

Rd: 10sc continuing in the third toe, 10sc in second toe, 20sc around the first toe, sc in the opposite 10 sts of second toe, sc in the opposite 10 sts of third toe. = 60st, place new marker

Round 17-19 :

Rd: sc in each = 60st (3 rounds)

Round 20 :

Rd: 9sc, sc2tog, 8sc, sc2tog, 17sc, sc3tog, 7sc, sc3tog, 9sc = 54st

Round 21-22 :

Rd: sc in each = 54st (2 rounds)

Round 23 :

Rd: 8sc, sc2tog, 7sc, sc2tog, 15sc, sc3tog, 7sc, sc3tog, 7sc = 48st

Round 24-25 :

Rd: sc in each = 48st (2 rounds)

Round 26 :

Rd: 7sc, sc2tog, 7sc, sc2tog, 12sc, sc3tog, 7sc, sc3tog, 5sc = 42st

Round 27-46 :

Rd: sc in each = 42st (20 rounds)

Row 47 :

Row: 28sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 48 :

Row: a) Skip 1, 2sc, 21hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 48 :

b) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 21hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (a) row ch, ch, turn

Row 48 :

c) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 21hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (b) row ch, ch, turn

Row 48 :

d) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 21hdc, 2sc, 1sc around (a) row ch, 30sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 49 :

Rd: sc in each = 42st

Round 50 :

Rd: 26sc, (2sc in next x 16) = 58st (stuff foot)

Round 51-52 :

Rd: sc in each = 58st (2 rounds)

Round 53 :

Rd: 9sc, (2sc in next x 6), 43sc = 64st

Round 54 :

Rd: 12sc, (2sc in next x 6), 46sc = 70st

Round 55-56 :

Rd: sc in each = 70st (2 rounds)

Round 57 :

Row: (left) 28sc, ch, turn (right) 52sc, 2sc in next x 4, 6sc, ch, turn

Round 58 :

Row: (left) 42sc, 2sc in next x 4, 6sc, ch, turn (right) for the right foot skip to the next row

Round 59 :

Row: 56sc = 56st, ch, turn

Round 60-61 :

Row: sc in each = 56st, ch, turn (2 rows)

Round 62 :

Row: 44sc, 2sc in next x 4, 8sc = 60st, ch, turn

Round 63-65 :

Row: sc in each = 60st, ch, turn (3 rows)

Round 66 :

Row: sc2tog, 44sc, 2sc in next x 4, 8sc, sc2tog = 62st, ch, turn

Round 67-69 :

Row: sc in each = 62st, ch, turn (3 rows)

Round 70 :

Row: sc2tog, 46sc, 2sc in next x 4, 10sc = 65st, ch, turn

Round 71-72 :

Row: sc in each = 65st, ch, turn (2 rows) 2ch after second row

Round 73 :

Row: 40hdc, 1sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 74 :

Row: 1ss, 1sc, 40hdc, 2ch, turn

Round 75 :

Row: 35hdc, 1sc, 1ss ch, turn

Round 76 :

Row: 1ss, 1sc, 35hdc, 2ch, turn

Round 77 :

Row: 30hdc, 1sc, 1ss ch, turn

Round 78 :

Row: 1ss, 1sc, 30hdc, ch, turn

Round 79 :

Row: sc in each = 65st, ch, turn

Round 80 :

Row: sc2tog, 60sc, sc3tog = 62st, ch, turn

Round 81 :

Row: sc3tog, 57sc, sc2tog = 59st, ch, turn

Round 82 :

Row: sc2tog, 54sc, sc3tog = 56st, ch, turn

Round 83 :

Row: sc3tog, 51sc, sc2tog = 53st, ch, turn

Round 84 :

Row: sc2tog, 9sc, sc2tog, 12sc, sc2tog, 6sc, sc2tog, 15sc, sc3tog = 47st, ch, turn

Round 85 :

Row: sc3tog, 13sc, sc2tog, 5sc, sc2tog, 11sc, sc2tog, 7sc, sc2tog = 41st, ch, turn

Round 86 :

Row: sc2tog, 36sc, sc3tog = 38st, ch, turn

Round 87 :

Row: sc3tog, 33sc, sc2tog = 35st, ch, turn

Round 88 :

Row: sc2tog, 30sc, sc3tog = 32st, ch, turn

Round 89 :

Row: sc3tog, 27sc, sc2tog = 29st, ch, turn

Round 90 :

Row: sc2tog, 24sc, sc3tog = 26st, ch, turn

Round 91 :

Row: sc3tog, 21sc, sc2tog = 23st, ch, turn

Round 92 :

Row: sc2tog, 18sc, sc3tog = 20st, ch, turn

Round 93 :

Row: sc3tog, 15sc, sc2tog = 17st, ch, turn

Round 94 :

Row: sc2tog, 12sc, sc3tog = 14st, ch, turn

Round 95 :

Row: sc3tog, 9sc, sc2tog = 11st, ch, turn

Round 96 :

Row: sc2tog, 6sc, sc3tog = 8st, ch, turn

Round 97 :

Row: sc3tog, 1sc, sc2tog x 2 = 4st, fo, llt

Info :

Assembly: Begin by attaching piece in place with pins. Position the legs beside the body slightly overlapping the back curve. (The back of the body is the skinnier half.) When positioning allow the front part of the upper leg to fold in on itself to create the natural curve of the leg. Using the long tail, do a whip stitch around the opening leaving a hand-sized opening and then stuff, sew remainder. Use the tails from the toes to stitch together the little gaps between the toes that show the stuffing, work in your ends.

— Front Legs :

Info :

FRONT LEGS: DOUBLE THREAD, MAKE 2, LIGHT GREEN. Start with the toes: MR, make 3 each foot. Note: most of the directions apply to either the right or left leg but there are some that have specific instructions depending on the leg you are working on. Be sure to make note of this, it is marked.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR = 6st

Round 2 :

2sc in each = 12st

Round 3-4 :

Rd: sc in each = 12st (2 rounds)

Row 5 :

Row: 1ss, ch, turn, 1ss, 3sc, 1ss = 5st, ch, turn

Row 6 :

Row: 1ss, 3sc, 1ss = 5st, place new stitch marker

Round 7 :

Rd: sc in each = 12st

Round 8 :

Rd: (2sc in next,2sc) x 4 = 16st

Round 9 :

Rd: sc in each = 16st

Row 10 :

Row: 1ss, ch, turn

Row 11 :

Row: a)Skip 1ss, 1sc, 4hdc, 1sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Row 11 :

b) Skip 1ss, 1sc, 4hdc, 1sc, ss around (a) row ch, 8sc, sc around (b) row ch (the ch put in at the end of a), place new st marker

Round 12 :

Rd: sc in each = 16st

Round 13 :

Rd: (2sc in next, 3sc) x 4 = 20st

Round 14 :

Rd: sc in each = 20st, fo first two made but not the third. Add the toes to the feet making sure the curve goes towards the top. Look at the pictures for reference.

Round 15 :

Rd: 10sc in the third toe, 10sc in second toe, 20sc around the first toe, sc in the opposite 10 sts of second toe, sc in the opposite 10 sts of third toe. = 60st, Do a partial round of 30sc and place new marker

Round 16 :

Rd: 4sc, 2hdc in next x 2, 8sc, 2hdc in next x2, 8sc, 2hdc in next x 2, 34sc = 66st

Round 17 :

Rd: 4sc, hdc2tog x 2, 8sc, hdc2tog x 2, 8sc, hdc2tog x 2, 34sc = 60st

Round 18 :

Rd: (8sc, sc2tog) x 6 = 54st

Round 19 :

Rd: (7sc, sc2tog) x 6 = 48st

Round 20 :

Rd: (6sc, sc2tog) x 6 = 42st

Round 21 :

Rd: sc in each = 42st

Round 22 :

Rd: (5sc, sc2tog) x 6 = 36st

Round 23 :

Rd: sc in each = 36st

Round 24 :

Rd: (4sc, sc2tog) x 6 = 30st

Round 25 :

Rd: sc in each = 30st

Round 26 :

Rd: (3sc, sc2tog) x 6 = 24st

Round 27-28 :

Rd: sc in each = 24st (2 rounds)

Round 29 :

Rd: (3sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 30st

Round 30 :

Rd: sc in each = 30st

Round 31 :

Rd: (4sc, 2sc in next) x 6 = 36st

Round 32 :

Rd: sc in each = 36st

Round 33 :

Rd: (left) 2sc, 2sc in next, 33sc = 37st (right) 23sc, 2sc in next, 12sc = 37st

Round 34 :

Rd: (left) 2sc, 2sc in next x 2, 33sc = 39st (right) 23sc, 2sc in next x 2, 12sc = 39st

Round 35 :

Rd: (left) 2sc, 2sc in next x 4, 33sc = 43st (right) 23sc, 2sc in next x 4, 12sc = 43st

Round 36 :

Rd: (left) 20sc, 2sc in next, 22sc = 44st (right) 12sc, 2sc in next, 30sc = 44st

Round 37 :

Rd: (left) 20sc, 2sc in next x 2, 22sc = 46st (right) 12sc, 2sc in next x 2, 30sc = 46st

Round 38-44 :

Rd: sc in each = 46st (7 rows)

Round 45 :

Rd: (left) 2sc, sc2tog x 2, 40sc = 44st (right) 28sc, sc2tog x 2, 14sc = 44st

Round 46 :

Rd: (left) 2sc, sc2tog, 40sc = 43st (right) 28st, sc2tog, 14sc = 43st

Round 47 :

Rd: 15sc, sc2tog x 2, 24sc = 41st

Round 48 :

Rd: (left) (5sc, sc2tog) x 5, 6sc = 36st (right) 6sc, (sc2tog, 5sc) x 5 = 36st

Round 49 :

Row: (left) 7sc, 1ss, ch, turn (right) 15sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 50 :

Row: a) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 22hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 50 :

b) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 22hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (a) row ch, ch, turn

Round 50 :

c) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 10hdc, (2dc in next) x 2, 10hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (b) row ch, ch, turn

Round 50 :

d) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 10hdc, (dc2tog) x 2, 10hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (a) row ch, ch, turn

Round 50 :

e) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 22hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (b) row ch, ch, turn

Round 50 :

f) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 22hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (a) row ch, ch, turn

Round 50 :

g) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 22hdc, 2sc, 1ss around (b) row ch, ch, turn

Round 50 :

h) Skip 1ss, 2sc, 22hdc, 2sc, 1sc around (a) row ch, 8sc, sc around (b) row ch

Round 51 :

Rd: sc in each = 36st

Round 52 :

Rd: (left) (3sc in next, 17sc) x 2 = 40st (right) 8sc, 3sc in next, 17sc, 3sc in next, 9sc = 40st

Round 53 :

Rd: (left) 1sc, 3sc in next, 19sc, 3sc in next, 18sc = 44st (right) 9sc, 3sc in next, 19sc, 3sc in next, 10sc = 44st

Round 54 :

Rd: sc in each = 44st

Round 55 :

Rd: (left) 12sc, 3sc in next, 31sc = 46st (right) 20sc, 3sc in next, 23sc = 46st

Round 56 :

Row: (left) 30sc, ch, turn (right) ch, turn, 30sc, ch, turn

Round 57 :

Row: 30sc = 30st, ch, turn

Round 58 :

Row: 3sc, 3sc in next, 22sc, 3sc in next, 3sc = 34st, ch, turn

Round 59 :

Row: sc in each = 34st, ch, turn

Round 60 :

Row: 4sc, 3sc in next, 24sc, 3sc in next, 4sc = 38st, ch, turn

Round 61 :

Row: sc in each = 38st, ch, turn

Round 62 :

Row: (left) 5sc, 3sc in next, 32sc = 40st, ch, turn (right) 32sc, 3sc in next, 5sc = 40st, ch, turn

Round 63-69 :

Row: sc in each = 40st, ch, turn (7 rows)

Round 70 :

Row: 19sc, 2sc in next x 2, 19sc = 42st, ch, turn

Round 71 :

Row: sc3tog, 36sc, sc3tog = 38st, ch, turn

Round 72 :

Row: sc3tog, 32sc, sc3tog = 34st, ch, turn

Round 73 :

Row: sc3tog, 28sc, sc3tog = 30st, ch, turn

Round 74 :

Row: sc2tog, 26sc, sc2tog = 28st, ch, turn

Round 75 :

Row: sc2tog, 24sc, sc2tog = 26st, ch, turn

Round 76 :

Row: sc2tog, 22sc, sc2tog = 24st, ch, turn

Round 77 :

Row: sc2tog, 20sc, sc2tog = 22st, ch, turn

Round 78 :

Row: sc2tog, 18sc, sc2tog = 20st, ch, turn

Round 79 :

Row: sc2tog, 16sc, sc2tog = 18st, ch, turn

Round 80 :

Row: sc2tog, 14sc, sc2tog, = 16st, ch, turn

Round 81 :

Row: sc2tog, 12sc, sc2tog, = 14st, ch, turn

Round 82 :

Row: sc2tog, 10sc, sc2tog = 12st, ch, turn

Round 83 :

Row: sc2tog, 8sc, sc2tog = 10st, ch, turn

Round 84 :

Row: sc2tog, 6sc, sc2tog = 8st, ch, turn

Round 85 :

Row: sc2tog, 4sc, sc2tog = 6st, ch, turn

Round 86 :

Row: sc3tog x 2 = 2st, fo, llt

Info :

Assembly: Begin by attaching piece in place with pins. Position the front legs beside the body slightly overlapping the front curve. (The front of the body is the larger half.) When positioning allow the front legs to overlap, right over left. I would attach the left first since it is on the bottom. Using the long tail, do a whip stitch around the opening leaving a hand-sized opening and then stuff, sew remainder. Use the tails from the toes to stitch together the little gaps between the toes that show the stuffing, work in your ends. (The picture shows right over left but the head placement worked better left over right so I changed this later.)

— Tail :

Info :

TAIL: 85 CH – MAKE A RING WITH SS, DOUBLE THREAD, LLT, LIGHT GREEN

Round 1 :

Rd: sc in each = 85st

Round 2 :

Rd: 83sc, sc2tog = 84st

Round 3 :

Rd: 82sc, sc2tog = 83st

Round 4 :

Rd: 81sc, sc2tog = 82st

Round 5 :

Rd: 80sc, sc2tog = 81st

Round 6 :

Rd: 79sc, sc2tog = 80st

Round 7 :

Row: 4sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 8 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 44hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 8 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 44hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row a, ch, turn

Round 8 :

c) skip 1ss, 2sc, 44hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row b, ch, turn

Round 8 :

d) skip 1ss, 2sc, 44hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row a, 30sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 9 :

Rd: 64sc, sc2tog, 14sc = 79st

Round 10 :

Row: 50sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 11 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 46hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 11 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 46hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row a, ch, turn

Round 11 :

c) skip 1ss, 2sc, 46hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row b, ch, turn

Round 11 :

d) skip 1ss, 2sc, 46hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row a, 27sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 12 :

Rd: 64sc, sc2tog, 13sc = 78st

Round 13 :

Row: 52sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 14 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 50hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 14 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 50hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row a, ch, turn

Round 14 :

c) skip 1ss, 2sc, 50hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row b, ch, turn

Round 14 :

d) skip 1ss, 2sc, 50hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row a, 22sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 15 :

Rd: 66sc, sc2tog, 10sc = 77st

Round 16 :

Row: 56sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 17 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 54hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 17 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 54hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row a, ch, turn

Round 17 :

c) skip 1ss, 2sc, 54hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row b, ch, turn

Round 18 :

Rd: 67sc, sc2tog, 8sc = 76st

Round 19 :

Row: 60sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 20 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 58hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 20 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 58hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row a, ch, turn

Round 20 :

c) skip 1ss, 2sc, 58hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row b, ch, turn

Round 20 :

d) skip 1ss, 2sc, 58hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row a, 12sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 21 :

Rd: 69sc, sc2tog, 5sc = 75st

Round 22 :

Row: 64sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 23 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 62hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 23 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 62hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row a, ch, turn

Round 23 :

c) skip 1ss, 2sc, 62hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row b, ch, turn

Round 23 :

d) skip 1ss, 2sc, 62hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row a, 7sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 24 :

Rd: 70sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 74st

Round 25 :

Rd: 69sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 73st

Round 26 :

Row: 65sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 27 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 60hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 27 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 60hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 28 :

Rd: 68sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 72st

Round 29 :

Rd: 67sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 71st

Round 30 :

Row: 63sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 31 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 58hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 31 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 58hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 32 :

Rd: 66sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 70st

Round 33 :

Rd: 66sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 69st

Round 34 :

Row: 61sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 35 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 56hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 35 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 56hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 36 :

Rd: 64sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 68st

Round 37 :

Rd: 64sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 67st

Round 38 :

Row: 59sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 39 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 54hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 39 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 54hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 40 :

Rd: 62sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 66st

Round 41 :

Rd: 62sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 65st

Round 42 :

Row: 57sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 43 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 52hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 43 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 52hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 44 :

Rd: 60sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 64st

Round 45 :

Rd: 60sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 63st

Round 46 :

Row: 55sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 47 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 50hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 47 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 50hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 48 :

Rd: 58sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 62st

Round 49 :

Round: 54sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 50 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 49hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 50 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 49hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row a, ch, turn

Round 50 :

c) skip 1ss, 2sc, 49hdc, 2sc, 1ss around ch of row b, ch, turn

Round 50 :

d) skip 1ss, 2sc, 49hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row a, 7sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 51 :

Rd: 57sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 61st

Round 52 :

Rd: 57sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 60st

Round 53 :

Row: 53sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 54 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 47hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 54 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 47hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 55 :

Rd: 55sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 59st

Round 56 :

Rd: 55sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 58st

Round 57 :

Row: 51sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 58 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 45hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 58 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 45hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 59 :

Rd: 53sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 57st

Round 60 :

Rd: 53sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 56st

Round 61 :

Row: 49sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 62 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 43hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 62 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 43hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 63 :

Rd: 51sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 55st

Round 64 :

Rd: 51sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 54st

Round 65 :

Row: 47sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 66 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 41hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 66 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 41hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 67 :

Rd: 49sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 53st

Round 68 :

Rd: 49sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 52st

Round 69 :

Row: 45sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 70 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 39hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 70 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 39hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 71 :

Rd: 47sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 51st

Round 72 :

Rd: 47sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 50st

Round 73 :

Row: 43sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 74 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 37hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 74 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 37hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 75 :

Rd: 45sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 49st

Round 76 :

Rd: 45sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 48st

Round 77 :

Row: 41sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 78 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 35hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 79 :

Rd: 43sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 47st

Round 80 :

Rd: 43sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 46st

Round 81 :

Row: 39sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 82 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 33hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 83 :

Rd: 41sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 45st

Round 84 :

Rd: 41sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 44st

Round 85 :

Row: 37sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 86 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 31hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 86 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 31hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 87 :

Rd: 39sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 43st

Round 88 :

Rd: 39sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 42st

Round 89 :

Row: 35sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 90 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 29hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 90 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 29hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 91 :

Rd: 37sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 41st

Round 92 :

Rd: 37sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 40st

Round 93 :

Row: 33sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 94 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 27hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 94 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 27hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 95 :

Rd: 35sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 39st

Round 96 :

Rd: 35sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 38st

Round 97 :

Row: 31sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 98 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 25hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 98 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 25hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 99 :

Rd: 33sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 37st

Round 100 :

Rd: 33sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 36st

Round 101 :

Row: 29sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 102 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 23hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 103 :

Rd: sc in each = 36st

Round 104 :

Rd: 31sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 35st

Round 105 :

Rd: sc in each = 35st

Round 106 :

Rd: 31sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 34st

Round 107 :

Row: 9sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 108 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 21hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 108 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 21hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 109 :

Rd: sc in each = 34st

Round 110 :

Rd: 29sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 33st

Round 111 :

Rd: sc in each = 33st

Round 112 :

Rd: 29sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 32st

Round 113 :

Row: 25sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 114 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 19hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 114 :

b) skip 1ss, 2sc, 19hdc, 2sc, 1sc around ch of row b, place new marker

Round 115 :

Rd: sc in each = 32st

Round 116 :

Rd: 27sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 31st

Round 117 :

Rd: sc in each = 31st

Round 118 :

Rd: 27sc, sc2tog, 2sc = 30st

Round 119 :

Row: 23sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 120 :

Row: a) skip 1ss, 2sc, 17hdc, 2sc, 1ss, ch, turn

Round 121 :

Rd: sc in each = 30st

Round 122 :

Rd: 25sc, sc2tog, 3sc = 29st

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach head and neck to the body with pins, position head over the wider end and sew securely using the long tail with whipstitch, leaving a small hand-sized opening to stuff before finishing the seam.
  • Position back legs beside the body slightly overlapping the back curve; whip stitch around the opening leaving a hand-sized opening, stuff, then sew remainder. Use toe tails to stitch gaps between toes.
  • Position front legs beside the body overlapping the front curve; attach left first (on bottom) then right, whip stitch around openings, stuff and sew, using toe tails to close gaps.
  • Attach tail to the back end of the body using pins to match curves and sew securely; shape tail curl by stuffing gradually and adjusting fills for natural curve.
  • Position wings and other decorative pieces (spines, horns) and sew in place following photos as reference to maintain symmetry and natural posture.

Important Notes

  • 💡All rounds are done continuously and all rows are finished with one chain and turn unless otherwise indicated.
  • 💡Use a tight stitch to maintain shape and prevent stuffing from showing through; stuff firmly unless otherwise mentioned.
  • 💡Assembly instructions and placement tips are provided throughout the pattern—pin pieces first to check symmetry before sewing.

This giant dragon floor pillow pattern creates a show-stopping heirloom for playrooms or reading nooks. Its sculpted head, curled tail and soft body are fun to make and even more fun to cuddle. Bring a little magic into your home with each stitch and make a dragon to adore! 🧶🐉

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

Dimensions: Tip of nose to tip of tail 8ft 6in, Tip of nose to curve of tail 4ft 2in, Wing span 5ft 8in, Height 1ft 3in (approximate with recommended yarn and hook).

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will significantly change the final size; if you use a bulkier yarn, reduce the hook size to maintain stitch density and support.

Do I need special experience to follow this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to shaping, multiple sections and assembly; a basic knowledge of rounds, increases and decreases is recommended.

How long does it typically take to complete?

Most crafters will spend 12-15 hours spread over several sessions, depending on experience and how much time you spend on assembly and finishing.

What stuffing is recommended?

The designer used alpaca fiber for stuffing for compactness and form, but polyester stuffing is a suitable, lighter alternative.