This Mini Dragon pattern is perfect for crocheters who love quick, whimsical projects. Standing just 8cm tall, this little mythical creature is packed with personality—complete with textured popcorn stitches, tiny wings, and embroidered details.

Whether you’re making a cute keychain, a desk buddy, or a special gift for a fantasy lover, this pattern is beginner-friendly and works up fast. The body is worked in continuous rounds with simple stitches, while the wings and tail add just enough challenge to keep things interesting.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
✅ Quick & Easy – Small size means you can finish in one sitting
✅ Textured Details – Popcorn stitches create a scaly dragon effect.
✅ Customizable – Use any color combo for your perfect mini beast.

Grab your hook and some chunky chenille yarn—let’s make magic

Materials

• Yarn:
  • Dark gray or black (main body) (Chenille Chunky 6mm recommended)
  • Red (tail accent)
  • Blue/white (eye and fang details)
• Hook: 3.5mm (or size to match yarn)
• Notions:
  • 14mm plastic safety eyes
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors
  • Stitch marker

Abbreviations (US Terms)

Pattern Instructions

Body (Dark Gray/Black)

1. R1: MR, 8 sc (8).
2. R2: 2 inc, Popcorn (4dc), [3 sc in same st] x2, Popcorn (4dc), 2 inc (16) (See Pic 1).
3. R3: [sc, inc] x8 (24).
4. R4: 6 sc, Popcorn (4dc), 10 sc, Popcorn (4dc), 6 sc (24).
5. R5: [2 sc, inc] x8 (32).
6. R6: 13 sc, mark eye placement, 5 sc, mark eye placement, 14 sc (32) (Pic 2).
7. R7–8: 32 sc (2 rounds).
8. R9: 11 sc, Popcorn (4dc), 8 sc, Popcorn (4dc), 11 sc (32).
9. R10: 32 sc.
   • Attach eyes at marked points (Pic 3–4).
10. R11: Popcorn (4dc), 8 sc, Popcorn (4dc), 12 sc, Popcorn (4dc), 9 sc (32).
11. R12: 32 sc.
12. R13: [2 sc, dec] x8 (24). Stuff firmly.
13. R14: [sc, dec] x8 (16).
14. R15: 8 dec (8). Fasten off, sew closed.

Wings (Make 2, Dark Gray/Black)

1. R1: MR, 8 sc (8).
2. R2: [sc, inc] x4 (12).
3. R3: [2 sc, inc] x4 (16).
   • Fasten off, leave tail for sewing.

Tail (Red & Gray Accents)

1. Attach red yarn to a “Popcorn 4dc” stitch on the body.
2. Work: [2 ch, 3 dc, 2 ch, sl st] in same st (Pic 3–4).
3. Repeat with gray yarn on the opposite side (Pic 5).

Assembly & Decoration

1. Attach Wings: Pinch wings flat and sew to body sides along the “green line” (Pic 1–3).
2. Embroider Details:
   • Eyes: Add blue yarn around safety eyes.
   • Fangs: White yarn, 2 rounds (Pic 5–6).
   • Nose: Matching yarn, 3–5 rounds (Pic 7–8)

Tips for Beginners

Popcorn Stitch Help: Work 4 dc in one st, remove hook, insert into first dc, pull loop through to form a bump.
Stuffing: Use small amounts at a time to avoid lumps.
Eyes: Secure tightly before closing the head.