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Mr. Pistachio the Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

Mr. Pistachio the Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern
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Intermediate Level

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

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Quick Craft

Fits nicely into a free afternoon — 2 to 5 hours of focused, enjoyable crocheting.

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

About This Mr. Pistachio the Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

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Mr. Pistachio makes a fantastic desk buddy or a sweet nursery gift. His small size means he fits perfectly in a pocket, ready for whatever adventures come his way.

Why You'll Love This Mr. Pistachio the Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

I honestly fell in love with the way his body is constructed. Joining the legs with a chain is such a satisfying technique to master, and picking out the colors for those seven little spikes is like playing with a box of crayons!

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Switch Things Up

I have to admit, the first time I saw Mr. Pistachio, I laughed because he really does look like a giant nut! That’s the beauty of amigurumi—you can take a simple shape and turn it into something with so much heart. When I was making mine, I spent way too much time deciding which order to put the spikes in. I eventually went with a rainbow fade, but I think he’d look just as cool with all-green spikes for a more traditional dino look.

One thing I discovered while working on this pattern is that the 12-chain bridge between the legs is the secret to his chunky, adorable posture. If you’re new to joining legs this way, take your time! It feels a bit fiddly for one round, but once you get past that, it’s smooth sailing all the way up to the head. I also found that using a slightly smaller hook than the yarn recommends helps keep the stuffing from peeking through, which is always a win in my book. He’s such a quick make that I ended up making a second one in blue just for fun!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When joining the legs at Round 8, make sure your legs are facing the same way before you sl st into the first leg, or he'll end up with twisted feet.✗ It's easy to lose track of the stitch count when working across the 12 chains; count carefully to ensure you have exactly 48 stitches for the body.✗ The safety eyes need to go in around Round 34-35, so don't wait until you've closed the head or you won't be able to secure the backs!✗ If you stuff the tail too firmly, it might be hard to sew it flat against the body—keep the stuffing a bit lighter near the opening for a smoother join.

Mr. Pistachio the Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

Meet Mr. Pistachio, the dinosaur who looks suspiciously like a giant nut! He’s a quirky little fellow who didn't quite fit in with the other dinos, so he decided to head out on his own adventure. You'll love crafting his unique pear-shaped body and adding that row of vibrant, colorful spikes. He’s a wonderful project for anyone who enjoys a bit of character in their crochet and wants a companion that’s as sweet as he is strange.

Intermediate 3-5 Hours

Materials Needed for Mr. Pistachio the Dinosaur Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    50g of lime green DK weight cotton yarn for the main body and tail
  • 02
    Small amounts of seville orange, bubblegum pink, raspberry pink, dolphin blue, and mustard yellow cotton yarn for the colorful spikes
  • 03
    A tiny bit of slate green cotton yarn for the decorative body dots

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3.00mm crochet hook
  • 02
    One pair of 7mm black safety eyes
  • 03
    High-quality fiberfill for stuffing
  • 04
    Tapestry needle for assembly and embroidery
  • 05
    Sharp scissors

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— 1. First Leg :

Round 1 :

Start with your lime green yarn and create a mr, then work 6 sc into the center (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc into every stitch around (12)

Round 3-7 :

Work 1 sc into each stitch across (12)

Info :

Finish the work and leave a long thread for sewing later.

— 2. Second Leg and Body :

Round 1 :

Using lime green, create a mr and work 6 sc inside (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc into every stitch around (12)

Round 3-7 :

Work 1 sc into each stitch across (12)

Info :

Keep your yarn attached this time as we will be connecting the legs now.

Round 8 :

After the last stitch of the second leg, ch 12 and join to the first leg with a sl st. Work 1 sc in that same stitch, then continue around: 12 sc on the first leg, 12 sc along one side of the ch, 12 sc on the second leg, and 12 sc along the other side of the ch (48)

Round 9-31 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around for the next 23 rounds (48)

Info :

Begin stuffing the legs and continue adding fiberfill to the body as you work upwards.

Round 32 :

Work a sequence of 6 sc followed by 1 dec, repeating 6 times total (42)

Round 33-34 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (42)

Round 35 :

Work a sequence of 5 sc followed by 1 dec, repeating 6 times total (36)

Round 36 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (36)

Info :

Insert the 7mm safety eyes between rounds 34 and 35. Make sure they are centered, then embroider the mouth and cheeks as shown in the photos.

Round 37 :

Work a sequence of 4 sc followed by 1 dec, repeating 6 times total (30)

Round 38 :

Work a sequence of 3 sc followed by 1 dec, repeating 6 times total (24)

Round 39 :

Work a sequence of 2 sc followed by 1 dec, repeating 6 times total (18)

Round 40 :

Work a sequence of 1 sc followed by 1 dec, repeating 6 times total (12)

Round 41 :

Work 1 dec into every stitch around (6)

Info :

Cut the yarn leaving a tail, pull it through the remaining stitches to close, and weave in the end.

— 3. Tail :

Round 1 :

With lime green, work 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (6)

Round 3 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 1 sc, repeating 3 times (9)

Round 4 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (9)

Round 5 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 2 sc, repeating 3 times (12)

Round 6 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (12)

Round 7 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 3 sc, repeating 3 times (15)

Round 8 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (15)

Round 9 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 4 sc, repeating 3 times (18)

Round 10 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (18)

Round 11 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 5 sc, repeating 3 times (21)

Round 12 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (21)

Round 13 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 6 sc, repeating 3 times (24)

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (24)

Round 15 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 7 sc, repeating 3 times (27)

Round 16 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (27)

Round 17 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 8 sc, repeating 3 times (30)

Round 18 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (30)

Round 19 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 9 sc, repeating 3 times (33)

Round 20 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (33)

Round 21 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 10 sc, repeating 3 times (36)

Round 22 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (36)

Round 23 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 11 sc, repeating 3 times (39)

Round 24 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (39)

Round 25 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 12 sc, repeating 3 times (42)

Round 26 :

Work a sequence of 1 inc and 13 sc, repeating 3 times (45)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for attaching to the body later.

— 4. Arms (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Create a mr and work 8 sc into it (8)

Round 2-8 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (8)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— 5. Spikes (Make 7) :

Info :

Use your various contrast colors to make 7 individual spikes.

Round 1 :

Create a mr and work 5 sc into it (5)

Round 2 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (5)

Round 3 :

Work 1 inc into every stitch around (10)

Round 4 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (10)

Round 5 :

Work a sequence of 1 sc and 1 inc, repeating 5 times (15)

Round 6 :

Work 1 sc into every stitch around (15)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

— 6. Dinosaur Dots :

Small Dot :

Using slate green, work 6 sc into a mr and join with a sl st.

Medium Dot :

Using slate green, work 8 hdc into a mr and join with a sl st.

Large Dot :

Using slate green, work 10 hdc into a mr and join with a sl st.

Assembly Instructions

  • Secure the 7mm safety eyes between rounds 34 and 35 of the body, then embroider a small mouth and pink cheeks just below them.
  • Attach the two small arms to the sides of the body between rounds 25 and 26, ensuring they are level with each other.
  • Position the tail at the back center of the body, right between the legs, and sew it firmly in place.
  • Line up the seven colorful spikes along the spine, starting from the top of the head down to the tip of the tail.
  • Finally, sew the slate green dots onto the body to give Mr. Pistachio his signature textured look.

Important Notes

  • 💡Always use a stitch marker at the start of your rounds since we are working in a continuous spiral.
  • 💡When stuffing the body, focus on the bottom area around the legs first to give him a stable base to stand on.
  • 💡Leave longer yarn tails than you think you'll need for sewing—it's much easier to weave in extra than to join new thread mid-seam.
  • 💡Keep your tension consistent throughout the project to ensure the spikes and dots fit the body's scale perfectly.

I hope you have as much fun making Mr. Pistachio as I did! He's such a quirky little character, and there's something so rewarding about seeing all those bright colors come together. Whether he's sitting on your shelf or being gifted to a friend, he's sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. Don't forget to give him a little squeeze when you're done—he's the perfect size for it! Happy crocheting, and I can't wait to see your version of this pistachio-shaped dino. 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use acrylic yarn instead of cotton?

You definitely can! Just be aware that cotton gives a more defined stitch look and holds the shape better, while acrylic might make him a bit fuzzier and softer.

My dinosaur won't stand up on its own, what did I do wrong?

Check your stuffing! Make sure the legs and the very bottom of the body are stuffed quite firmly to create a flat, heavy base.

What if I don't have 7mm safety eyes?

No worries! You can easily embroider the eyes with some black yarn or use small black beads instead, though safety eyes are best for toys intended for children.

The spikes look a bit wonky when I sew them on, any tips?

I recommend pinning all seven spikes in place first before you start sewing. This helps you get the spacing even along the back and tail.