GIANT Chubby Dino | FREE Crochet Pattern | Crochet with Me

Hi everyone! I'm attempting to make my very own jumbo dino in this week's video for my craft fair that is literally happening the next day lol. The pattern I used for inspiration that the little dino is made from, is from Studio Phoebe 22 on Instagram.
You can find her free pattern here / cifcufooxuc
✨🦖FULL step by step tutorial out now! • GIANT Chubby Dino TUTO...
This massive dino took me 9 straight hours to figure out, so I hope you guys enjoy the video, and if you do, be sure to leave a like to help out my channel so I can continue to bring awesome new content like this to you guys!
As promised, the written pattern is down below.
You are definitely allowed to make this jumbo dino and sell if you wish, however, please do not sell the pattern or pass it off as your own! And please credit Reigning Charmz, and if you want, tag me on insta or facebook with your finished dinos! I'd love to see them! @reigningcharmz
Materials:
• Weight 6 bulky yarn in 2 colors, one for the body, one for the spikes
--296 yards of the main body color
--100 yards of spike color
• 10 mm crochet hook
• 2, 18 mm safety eyes
• Tapestry needle
• Approximately 18 oz of stuffing
Abbreviations:
SC = Single crochet
Inc = Increase
Dec = Decrease
MR = Magic Ring
Body in main color
R1: 6 SC in MR (6)
R2: (inc) x 6 (12)
R3: (SC, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 SC, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 SC, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (4 SC, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: (5 SC, inc) x 6 (42)
R8: (6 SC, inc) x 6 (48)
R9: (7 SC, inc) x 6 (54)
R10-17: SC around (54)
R18: 18 SC, dec x 9, 18 SC (45)
R19: 15 SC, dec x 8, 14 SC (37)
R20: SC around (37)
R21: 13 SC, (SC, inc) x 5, 14 SC (42)
R22: 5 SC, inc, (10 SC, inc) x 3, 3 SC (46)
R23: 6 SC, inc, 10 SC, inc, (8 SC, inc) x 2, 10 SC (50)
R24: 8 SC, inc, 11 SC, inc,(6 SC, inc) x 2, 15 SC (54)
R25: 12 SC, inc, 10 SC, inc, 8 SC, inc, 10 SC, inc, 10 SC (58)
R26: 15 SC, inc, 12 SC, inc, (6 SC, inc) x 2, 15 SC (62)
R27: 20 SC, inc, 12 SC, inc, (6 SC, inc) x 2, 14 SC (66)
R28-34: SC around (66)
Place eyes between rows 11 and 12, about 14 stitches apart
R35: (8 SC, dec) x 6, 6 sc (60)
R36: (8 SC, dec) x 6 (54)
R37: (7 SC, dec) x 6 (48)
R38: (6 SC, dec) x 6 (42)
R39: (5 SC, dec) x 6 (36)
Stuff the head and body
R40: (4 SC, dec) x 6 (30)
R41: (3 SC, dec) x 6 (24)
R42: (2 SC, dec) x 6 (18)
R43: (SC, dec) x 6 (12)
R44: dec x 6 (6)
Slip stitch next stitch and cut leaving a long tail. Sew hole closed and hide the tail.
Top Paws in main color:
Make 2
R1: 6 SC in MR (6)
R2: (SC, inc) x 3 (9)
R3: (2 SC, inc) x 3 (12)
R4: (3 SC, inc) x 3 (15)
R5: SC around (15)
Fasten leaving a long tail for sewing.
Bottom Paws in main color:
Make 2
R1: 8 SC in MR (8)
R2: inc x 8 (16)
R3: (SC, inc) x 8 (24)
R4-7: SC around (24)
Fasten leaving a long tail for sewing
Tail in main color:
R1: 6 SC in MR (6)
R2: (SC, inc) x 3 (9)
R3: (SC, inc) x 4, inc (14)
R4: (SC, inc) x 7 (21)
R5: SC around (21)
R6: (SC, inc) x 10, SC (31)
R7-8: SC around (31)
R9: (SC, inc) x 15, SC (46)
Fasten leaving a long tail for sewing
Spikes in second color:
Make 3 big spikes
R1: 4 SC, in MR (4)
R2: (SC, inc) x 2 (6)
R3: (SC, inc) x 3 (9)
R4: (2 SC, inc) x 3 (12)
R5: (SC, inc) x 6, SC (18)
Fasten leaving a long tail for sewing. Fold in half to create spike
Make 1 small spike
R1: 4 SC, in MR (4)
R2: (SC, inc) x 2 (6)
R3: (SC, inc) x 3 (9)
R4: (2 SC, inc) x 3 (12)
Fasten leaving a long tail for sewing. Fold in half to create spike
Assembly:
Using tapestry needle-
Sew top paws below the head on opposite sides of the body using the long tail left over.
Sew bottom paws at the bottom of the body on opposite sides (usually directly below top paws) using long tail left over.
Sew tail at the bottom of the body on the back, in between the two bottom paws.
Sew big spikes starting at the top of the head at R1 of the body. Fold the spikes in half to get the spike shape and then attach. Attach down the middle of the back.
Place final small spike just above the tail.
Congrats! Your jumbo dino is done!
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[@reigningcharmz]

Full step by step tutorial now here! Check it out for any questions you may have!☺️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4Wmi4yJZsyreKMsi=Y7WLfL9vuPm2um9I

[@sharlerx3951]

Can you also include a tutorial to make the dinosaur belly in the video pls

[@user-fx2jr4vb8e]

Thank you so much!! and thank you for also having the written pattern in the description it helps a lot!!

[@reigningcharmz]

Absolutely!! 😄

[@creativegrounds6471]

I just finished this giant Dino tonight for my grandson due in November. So happy I come across this video and the instructions were very easy to follow.

[@reigningcharmz]

Ooooh yay how exciting! I'm so glad you liked it! If you post it on instagram, tag me, because I'd love to see it!🥰

[@creativegrounds6471]

@@reigningcharmz tagged you

[@reigningcharmz]

@@creativegrounds6471 I just saw it! He looks so awesome!!🥰

[@That_mosquito.]

Tysm for the written pattern in the description I hate watching the video because it makes me feel like I didn’t make and more like I bought it

[@legoprincess7057]

Thank you so Much for taking your time to show the pattern in the description ❤

[@ashelyrox1]

So I used your instructions to make the dino. I used size 4 weight and 6mm hook. It was not as big as yours but it was easy to follow and understand

[@janawaleed5538]

Could you tell me how many grams have you used l wanna make the same size as you

[@sleepinglizard8584]

I’m new here but I definitely will be trying this eventually. Still new to crocheting 🥰

[@cheyennelu3367]

This looks soooooo cute omg! Well done you! And thank you so much for the pattern. Can’t wait to try!

[@reigningcharmz]

Aw thank you!! Tag me on Instagram, I’d love to see your completed Dino!!🥰

[@Skeezylol]

Omg!!! This is sooo cutee, I love this pattern so much! Rn I’m making a purple and white one, and I think it’s gonna turn out adorable❤

[@yomomeat_1]

thank you so much for doing this! Going to make four of these in the span of a month for my siblings.. lets hope I have enough yarn purchased 🤭😁😁

[@reigningcharmz]

Haha absolutely! Let me know how it goes!!☺️

[@dennisovitch4513]

Wow, so much work!! And it worked out!! Thank you so much for doing this. And again, thank you so much for writing it in the description!

[@Fanoftaytigerplays]

Can we just take a time to appreciate she did not only a pattern but a video to explain how to make this

[@Fanoftaytigerplays]

Omg she liked my comment

[@Chicken-fries]

Came across this as I wanted to make a larger project for once, because I plan on starting a business. I’m probably not even half way down and I already love it 🥰

[@Madilyn-mu1gn]

My dino turned out so cute. Thanks for the pattern.😂

[@reigningcharmz]

Aw yay! ☺️

[@AnggiSahamCantik]

The giant Dino looks amazing ❤

[@reigningcharmz]

Thank you!☺️

[@paulinasakaite4382]

Thank you so michi! This is my firs plushie ever and the proces has taught so much! I love the finished resoult and I will be checking out your other videos ❤❤❤

[@betsyvanek9275]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful & cute pattern! Being on a very fixed income I can make the cutest items for grandkids & Great Grand kids presents!❤

[@reigningcharmz]

Aw absolutely! So glad you like the pattern!🥰

[@Niyaoki]

Lovely&chubby dino❤ thank you for pattern

[@komorebi9537]

I'm doing this pattern right now for my siblings birthday with 6 weight chunky Bernat blanket wool right now Making the spikes, tail, and legs first before the body Thank you so much for this I also wanted to ask how big is it?

[@reigningcharmz]

Awesome!! And mine was about 1.5ft tall I believe but it will change depending on the size yarn and hook you use☺️

[@komorebi9537]

@@reigningcharmz oh wow! Thank you for even responding haha Hopefully it will turn out good!

[@craftybarncat]

Thank you! Can't wait to make this!

[@reigningcharmz]

Let me know how it goes!☺

[@deannebethel7953]

Thank you! I enjoyed watching your tutorial!!

[@reigningcharmz]

Aw yay! So glad you liked it!

[@memowovarei3249]

Thank you so much i shall name mine timmy

[@Laser6]

I love your tutorial

[@warrepicavet4528]

Omg my friend is gonna be so happy w this tysm😊😊

[@diamond3170]

i literally needed this for the spikes 😅

[@crochet_with_me2990]

You are a Angel! Ty so much

[@reigningcharmz]

Absolutely!☺️

[@veronicaguerrero5376]

Awesome!!

[@Merakireads]

Thanks for this! Its lovely ❤❤

[@reigningcharmz]

Aw absolutely! ☺️

[@dead_blob850]

Omg thank you so much🙏

[@faridarefai6963]

Amazing

[@louistheguineapig3841]

Did you do yarn over or under and if did any of those did you do it for the whole thing or switched it up😊

[@CrimsonRose_]

Hi! What do u mean for row 18 as in 18 sc (dec x 9) 18 sc (45)? I want to make this but I don’t understand what to do for it. I think this format shows up in the later rows as well so I just wanted to clarify 😊😊

[@reigningcharmz]

Hello! So it means to do 18 sc, and then you will decrease 9 times, and then do 18 more sc. Hope this helped! ☺

[@CrimsonRose_]

Ooooh okay that makes more sense, thank uuuuu ❤❤

[@KelseyHubley]

I love this! Not sure if I missed it but how long did it take you and how much would you sell it for? Thanks

[@reigningcharmz]

It took me about 9 hours to get the pattern done, but when I remake them, it takes about 3 1/2 hours, so I would sell them for about $65☺️

[@joanncampos8675]

Hello new sub here. Can't wait to watch all your videos. God Bless.

[@reigningcharmz]

Yay!! So glad to have you join🥰

[@thats_shit376]

I started the dino 6 hours ago, rn i only have the Head and I'm at the end of the Body, but I ran out of yarn so i gotta buy new one tomorrow🙃

[@user-xc8qt9oi6v]

Hello, thank you. On my way to try. Thank you again

[@reigningcharmz]

Aw absolutely! Let me know how it goes!

[@user-xc8qt9oi6v]

I quit.. My dec stitches leaving big loops I dont know how to deal with it

[@user-xc8qt9oi6v]

I should to try later, but any way thank you for patern. It's great!

[@reigningcharmz]

@@user-xc8qt9oi6v you mean gaps or just extra string in the loop? If it’s gaps in the stitches that’s normal sometimes, and if it’s extra string just try to hold everything tight while you make the stitch to avoid any extras in the stitch☺️

[@user-xc8qt9oi6v]

Ok, will know, thank you

[@KhadijaAboalnour-ds4mm]

What should I do if I want to make it bigger?

[@nancywilliams798]

It looks great 👍 So just curious how much would you charge if someone wanted to buy it 😊

[@reigningcharmz]

Thank you!!🥰 he took me about 9 hours to complete, but that was because I was trying to figure out all the kinks on how to get him to look right. I think if I did it again, it would probably take me about 5 hours to make, give or take. And the materials cost about $20, so I'd place his price at $100 💜

[@nancywilliams798]

@@reigningcharmz thanks for your reply but honestly I think you should charge more 💜💜

[@reigningcharmz]

@@nancywilliams798 Yeah, I definitely agree. I think I'm just going to keep him as a display for the craft shows to draw attention, because I don't think he'll be bought quickly with his price tag haha

[@nancywilliams798]

@@reigningcharmz you never know 😊🤔

[@reigningcharmz]

@@nancywilliams798 oh for sure!🥰

[@Milk_Montage]

Hi so I’ve made everything so far so good but the spikes are too small? Do I just double the pattern or?

[@reigningcharmz]

Hmm.. what weight is the yarn? If they are coming out too small and the yarn is a lighter weight(less than weight 6), then I would double up on the thread and use two stands instead of one. If it is the same weight as mentioned in the pattern (weight 6 bulky) and they are still too small, I would add an extra row or two until they are the size you’d like! Start with R6 and try (2 SC, inc)x6 (24) and if you need it bigger, R7 (3 SC, inc)x6 (30). Don’t forget, the spikes get folded in half before being attached! Hope this helps!

[@Apriqot]

Hey there! im just a little confused for rounds 10-17. In the description it says 7 rounds of single crochet, but then in the video at 4.36 you say you did 5 rows of SC in a photo, but then say you completed 8 rows of SC. im just wondering what I should do between row 10-17. Thanks so much! :D

[@reigningcharmz]

Hello! Yes, I did put in the video not to do the five like I mentioned, but to do 8 rounds total which 10-17 is 8 rounds☺️

[@Apriqot]

@@reigningcharmz thank you so much!

[@user-mc5ji5wj8q]

Can you do two bernart blanket to make the big one? Or more?

[@HuynhNguyen-ii9bc]

How many rolls of pink wool did you use? What is the length of your wool roll? Thanks

[@reigningcharmz]

Hi! So I used about 2 rolls of the main body color (pink) and they were about 150 yards a a piece. For the main body color, being any color you wish, you'll need a total of 296 yards. Then, you'll need about 100 yards of your spike color to do the spikes on the back! Hope this helps!

[@lil_froggy852]

i have a question about rounds 18-20.. how did you manage to fit 18sc, 9dec, AND 18sc into one round?? im super confused, please check back quickly!! help!!

[@reigningcharmz]

Hello! So for round 18 you should be starting with 54 SC from the previous round. So you would make 18 SC, then decrease 9 times (which would take up 18 stitches from the last round) so 18 + 18 = 36, then, make 18 more SC, 36 + 18 = 54 stitches taken up. I hope this makes sense and helps! Basically, I would make sure you had 54 stitches from round 17!

[@lil_froggy852]

@@reigningcharmz i only end up with 34 stitches, and idk why 😭😭

[@reigningcharmz]

@@lil_froggy852 at the end of round 17?

[@lil_froggy852]

@@reigningcharmz yep. but not to worry, to save extra time and less stress, i’ll restart it. i will keep this in mind when i reach round 18, though!! thanks for your help

[@reigningcharmz]

@@lil_froggy852 Okay, absolutely! Let me know how it goes, and if you need anymore help!

[@yojennn]

i think u messed up in row 35, R35: (8 SC, dec) x 5, 6 sc (60). here it says the X5 times but if u add up the numbers it will be missing and it a shouldve been X6 times instead of 5

[@reigningcharmz]

Thank you for pointing that out! I’ll be sure to fix it!☺️

[@yojennn]

@@reigningcharmz my pleasure ^^ also thankyou for helping making the bigger version, ive struggled on how to make something bigger from a smaller pattern

[@reigningcharmz]

@@yojennn absolutely!! And I feel you😂 as you’ll notice in the video, this was quite the struggle and took foreverrr😅

[@Smile_4ever]

Helloo I have a question... If I use a hook 15mm instead of 10mm with the same yarn as you, will it is a different? LOVE UR JOB 💖 (Pls reply to me quickly if u can 💜)

[@reigningcharmz]

If you’re using the same size yarn I’m using in my pattern, then using a 15mm hook may cause gaps to show up. It’s best to pair the 15mm hook with a thicker yarn if you want to use it ☺️

[@kelsiebell1710]

im still learning and im realling trying to figure out how to do the decrease for the neck, I'm confused

[@gray2406]

on rd 19 i put 15 singles then did 8 dc and ended the round on 15 singles but i followed the whole tut or did u miscount?

[@nataliabecker6337]

Tank you ❤

[@reigningcharmz]

Absolutely!☺

[@iboogs1]

I had 50 on the last row

[@sheikhyeasirah4951]

Can i use a medium sized yarn for this project and not chunky yarn???

[@reigningcharmz]

Yes! Your Dino will just come out smaller

[@glendacaudle3747]

Is it 5 rounds of sc or 8 rounds (for the neck area) I think you mentioned if after R9 or R10-17 SC 54

[@reigningcharmz]

It’s 8!☺️ I’ll be making a full step by step actual tutorial here soon

[@Adelinatta]

Hello I think R9 for the tail might be wrong, I found 46 every time I did. And calculations also look so. I am a beginner so I'm not sure, is it right?

[@reigningcharmz]

hello! I believe you are correct! It is supposed to be 46 at the end of R9 for the tail. Thank you!

[@Adelinatta]

oh thank you too, BY THE WAY SUCH AN AMAZING PATTERN! THANK YOU FOR SHARING WITH US

[@reigningcharmz]

@@Adelinatta aw that's awesome! Tag me on instagram, I'd love to see him!!☺

[@random_alex8561]

Ok. When i started it, it immediately started turning into a ball. Yours forms into a sort of rug shape, how do you keep it from curving so much??

[@reigningcharmz]

hmm the tension you are holding might be too tight. Try to make the stitches a little looser and see if that helps!

[@janawaleed5538]

How many grams?

[@skylar5894]

Do you know how tall it is?

[@reigningcharmz]

mine is about 15 3/4 inches tall ☺

[@skylar5894]

@@reigningcharmz Tysm!

[@jazgonz6267]

I want to make one that's about 11 inches tall, how could I modify the pattern to make it that size?

[@reigningcharmz]

you could use a smaller yarn and a smaller hook size ☺

[@graxy1532]

Hey can somebody explain me exactly were to put the eyes?

[@reigningcharmz]

Hi! You place the eyes between rows 11 & 12 about 14 stitches apart from each other☺️

[@emcatane]

I dont understand R21-27😢

[@Lily-sketches12]

I don’t understand R18 18 sc dec x 9

[@reigningcharmz]

So you do 18 single crochet, then you decrease 9 times (dec x 9) then you do 18 more single crochet ☺️

[@mamavelvet8787]

Do i chain 1 after each row or just keep going to the next row?

[@reigningcharmz]

Just keep going!☺️

[@mamavelvet8787]

Thank you ❤

[@skeledoodles2907]

Is it ok to make and sell crochet items using your tutorials at things like craft fairs, art walks, etc. as long as you're credited for the original pattern?

[@reigningcharmz]

yeah, absolutely!🥰

[@skeledoodles2907]

@@reigningcharmz tysm!!

[@user-mc5ji5wj8q]

Can u do

[@catso7236]

Could you PLEASE put in a link for your Etsy shop?

[@reigningcharmz]

Hi! Yes, the link is in the description ☺

[@haleyscott8376]

What yarn did you use? I love it!

[@reigningcharmz]

I don’t remember the name of it, but I got it at hobby lobby! It was a weight 5 I believe.

[@haleyscott8376]

Thank you!

[@haleyscott8376]

It looks like Yarn Bee. I am just curious the exact one lol

[@reigningcharmz]

I think it was bernat baby blanket yarn☺️

[@haleyscott8376]

@@reigningcharmz Thank you!

[@desmoniquewallace8809]

I do not know where the description box is can someone pls tell me

[@reigningcharmz]

Hi! so the description box is the box right below the video and right above this comment section. It has the total views listed at the top and it reads "Hi everyone! .... (etc)" you'll just click on the "show more" highlighted on the box to expand the description so you can see the pattern! I hope this helps 🥰

[@desmoniquewallace8809]

Thank you but on my device it is an arrow

[@reigningcharmz]

@@desmoniquewallace8809 no problem!

[@SilverRose142]

Ok so if anyone sees this comment and has done this pattern how do you do row 22. To do the number of stitches and increases it seems you should need 43 stitches in the previous round and you would end up with 47. 6 stitches needed for the first part 33 for the second plus 4 at the end. I’m nervous that if I change it I’ll make it’s body twist. Help!

[@reigningcharmz]

Hi!! Thank you for pointing this out!! I will definitely correct this and get back to you with the correction shortly! So sorry about that!

[@reigningcharmz]

So this stitch count at the end of the row is correct, and it’s what you should end up with. So for Row22 you should have 46 stitches at the end. But, I did mistype and it should be 3 SC at the end of the row and not 4 SC. That should bring you to 46! The previous row, 21, should end with 42 stitches. I hope this helped! Let me know if there’s anything else I need to correct!

[@SilverRose142]

Thank you so much 😊

[@reigningcharmz]

@@SilverRose142 absolutely!

[@lukatsakima919]

How many rolls of yarn do you need?

[@reigningcharmz]

All of the materials needed are listed in the description, but you will need 296 yards of the main body color and 100 yards of spike color!

[@lizbethvalenciagudino2432]

What type of decrease was used?

[@reigningcharmz]

Just a regular, but you can use invisible if you want.

[@haanhnguyen4164]

i need the mini dino patternnn

[@reigningcharmz]

It’s in the description!

[@urmilapharate8544]

how many balls of yarn did u use?

[@reigningcharmz]

Hi! So I used about 2 rolls of the main body color (pink) and they were about 150 yards a a piece. For the main body color, being any color you wish, you'll need a total of 296 yards. Then, you'll need about 100 yards of your spike color to do the spikes on the back! Hope this helps!

[@user-fl3cy8bt6i]

I tried this pattern and followed every step and used the same yarn , it looks nothing like yours … It’s more of a squishmallow then it is an actual dino :(

[@reigningcharmz]

Aw I’m sorry! Maybe there’s too little or too much stuffing? I’m not sure, I would need a picture to see what could be happening

[@tangerine0928]

what does SC AND MR means I'm new here😭😭

[@reigningcharmz]

Hi! So SC means single crochet, and MR means magic ring! I'll post the other abbreviations list below as well. I didn't realize I didn't include it haha

[@reigningcharmz]

Abbreviations: SC - Single Crochet MR - Magic Ring Inc - Increase Dec - Decrease

[@tangerine0928]

@@reigningcharmz thank you!

[@leticiacendejas2461]

Hi, would you be able to send me your pattern via email?

[@IWAPBAPBOOMALAKAZAM]

I crocheted this and mine came out long and not so chunky and the spikes I made aren’t even spiky 😭 kms 😰

[@reigningcharmz]

I'm sorry! Make sure there is enough stuffing and that it is spread enough throughout cause it could stick together and make it chunky. I do plan on posting an actual step by step tutorial here soon!