Petra the Pterodactyl by Aphra Dowell-Jones

Petra the Pterodactyl

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Crochet
August 2020
DK (11 wpi) ?
2.5 mm
US
English
Discontinued. This digital pattern is no longer available online.

NOTE: This pattern has been retired and is no longer available to purchase

Are you looking for the perfect crochet Pterodactyl pattern? Well here it is! This dinosaur makes the perfect handmade gift, so keep reading to find out more!

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SIZE AND GAUGE

Petra measures approximately 25 cm (10 in) tall when standing and 18 cm (7 in) when sitting if made with DK yarn and a 2.5mm crochet hook.

Gauge - 3.5cm across over rounds 1-5.

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TOOLS AND MATERIALS

  • 4 balls of Ricorumi yarn in shade 017 - Lilac
  • 1 ball of Ricorumi in shade 070 - Apricot
  • 2.5 mm crochet hook (I use the Clover amour hooks - they’re super light with a comfortable handle, plus they come in lovely colours!)
  • Soft toy stuffing (I use sheepswool cluster fill which is lovely and soft as well as being environmentally friendly!)
  • A pair of 10mm safety eyes
  • Yarn needle/tapestry needle (I find size 20 works best)

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SKILLS REQUIRED

I believe that everyone can crochet this pattern, whether they are new to crocheting or have been crocheting for years! This pattern includes clear instructions for each round as well as 97 step-by-step photos!

The techniques used in this pattern are:

  • Magic circle
  • Single crochet
  • Single crochet into the back loop
  • Single crochet increase
  • Single crochet invisible decrease
  • Chain stitch
  • Single crochet into a chain
  • Double crochet
  • Popcorn stitch
  • Invisible crochet edge finish
  • Neat amigurumi finish
  • Attaching crocheted pieces