Crochet Purple Plush Dragon: A Magical Cuddly Companion

The crochet purple plush dragon is an enchanting creation that brings joy and whimsy to anyone who lays eyes on it. This cuddly companion is lovingly crafted with intricate details that make it truly magical, from its sparkly eyes to its snuggly soft purple scales. Each stitch is carefully woven with passion and creativity, resulting in a unique and lovable dragon that is perfect for both playtime adventures and cozy cuddles.

With its adorable wings and quirky charm, this little dragon is sure to capture the hearts of children and adults alike. So, whether you're looking for a delightful gift or a cute addition to your own collection, the crochet purple plush dragon is a heartwarming choice that promises hours of fun and smiles.

Materials

Plush yarn (main, secondary)

16 mm safety eyes

4 mm crochet hook

A yarn needle

Scissors

Holofiber

Stitch marker

Abbreviations

Mr - Magic ring

Ch - Chain

Slst - Slip stitch

Sc - Single crochet

Dec - Decrease

Inc - Increase

BLO - Back loop only

FLO - Front loop only

Hdc - Half double crochet

Dc - Double crochet

Bbl - Bobble stitch (2 double crochet bbl st)

CC - Colour change

Legs (X2)

Rnd 1: 4 ch st, from the 2nd ch from hook: 2 sc, 3 sc in one st, 2 sc (continue crochet the 2nd side of chain), inc

Rnd 2: inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc, inc (14)

Rnd 3: inc, 5 sc, inc, 7 sc (16)

Rnd 4: 6 sc [CC in last st], (bbl st,[*CC], 1 sc)*3, 4 sc (16)

Rnd 5: 16 sc

Rnd 6: 5 sc, 4 dec, 3 sc (12)

Rnd 7: inc, 2 sc, 3 dec, 3 sc (10) – starting to stuff.

Rnd 8: 5 sc, 2 inc, 3 sc (12)

Rnd 9: inc, 7 sc, inc, 3 sc (14)

Rnd 10: (2 sc, inc)*4, 2 sc (18)

[I’ll offset the stitch before starting the next row]

Rnd 11: 6 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 2 sc (20)

Rnd 12: 20 sc around, beginning to stuff.

Rnd 13: (3 sc, dec)*4 (16)

Rnd 14: dec, 6 sc, dec, 6 sc (14)

Rnd 15: dec, 6 sc, dec, 4 sc (12)

1 sc and fold in half and crochet 5 sc through both sides.

Arms (X2)

Rnd 1: 7 sc in a MR

Rnd 2: inc (14)

Rnd 3: 4 sc [*CC in last st], (bbl st, [*CC], 1 sc)*3, 4 sc (14)

Rnd 4: 14 sc around

Rnd 5: 3 sc, 4 dec, 3 sc (10)

Rnd 6: 10 sc around

Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc, 4 sc (11), starting to stuff.

Rnd 8-11: 11 sc (4 rows)

Rnd 12: 6 sc, dec, 3 sc (10)

Beginning to stuff.

1 sc and fold in half and crochet 5 sc through both sides.

Tail

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR

Rnd 2: 6 sc around

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc)*3 (9)

Rnd 4-5: 9 sc around (9) (2 rows)

Rnd 6: inc, 4 sc, inc, 3 sc (11)

Rnd 7: 11 sc around

I’ll offset the stitch before starting the next row.

Rnd 8: inc, 4 sc, inc, 5 sc (13)

Rnd 9: 13 sc around

Rnd 10: inc, 12 sc (14)

Rnd 11: 14 sc around

Rnd 12: (inc, 6 sc)*2 (16)

Rnd 13-18: 16 sc around (6 rows)

*9 sc

Cut the yarn.

Start stuffing the tail after the 14th row.

Body and Head

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc)*6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc)*6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc)*6 (30)

Rnd 6: 1 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)*5, 3 sc (36)

Rnd 7: 6 sc, 5 sc tog with leg, 14 sc, 5 sc tog with leg, 2 sc, 4 sc tog with tail (36)

Rnd 8: 4 sc tog with tail, 4 sc, inc, 18 sc, inc, 4 sc, 4 sc on the tail (38)

Rnd 9: 4 sc on the tail, 34 sc (38), stuff the tail.

Rnd 10-12: 38 sc around (3 rows)

Rnd 13: 9 sc, dec, 17 sc, dec, 8 sc (36)

Rnd 14: (4 sc, dec)*6 (30)

Rnd 15: (3 sc, dec)*6 (24), starting to stuff.

Rnd 16: 24 sc around.

Rnd 17: 6 sc, 5 sc tog with arm, 7 sc, 5 sc tog with arm, 1 sc (24)

Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec)*6 (18)

Rnd 19: 18 inc

Rnd 20: (5 sc, inc)*6 (42)

I’ll offset the stitch before starting the next row.

The start of the row must be exactly in the middle (I’m doing 5 sc)

Rnd 21: 17 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 16 sc (44)

Rnd 22-24: 44 sc around (3 rows)

Rnd 25: 10 sc (1 sc, dec)*8, 10 sc (36)

Rnd 26-28: 36 sc around (3 rows)

Add eyes between round 26 and 27 rounds, about 6 stitches apart.

Rnd 29: (4 sc, dec)*6 (30)

Rnd 30: (3 sc, dec)*6 (24)

Rnd 31: (2 sc, dec)*6 (18)

Rnd 32: (1 sc, dec)*6 (12)

Rnd 33: 6 dec

Finish stuffing, cut the yarn, close the hole.

Mouth

Rnd 1: 4 sc in a MR

Cut the yarn leaving a tail.

Horns (X2)

Rnd 1: 4 sc in a MR

Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc)*2 (6)

Rnd 3: 6 sc

Rnd 4: 1 sc, 3 slst, 1 sc, inc (7)

Rnd 5: 5 sc, inc, 1 sc, slst

Cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing.

Stuff.

Wings (X2)

Rnd 1: 15 ch st, from the 2nd ch from hook: 14 sc ch, turn.

Rnd 2: 12 sc (BLO), ch, turn

Rnd 3: 12 sc (BLO), ch, turn

Rnd 4: 9 sc (BLO), ch, turn

Rnd 5: 9 sc (BLO), ch, turn

Rnd 6: 6 sc (BLO), ch, turn

Rnd 7: 6 sc (BLO)

Cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing.