Introduction to Bearded Dragon Crocheting

Crocheting has been gaining popularity in recent years as it provides a relaxing and creative outlet for individuals. One of the most popular crocheting projects is creating cute stuffed animals, and bearded dragons have certainly become a trendy choice. Here, we present a free bearded dragon crochet pattern for beginners to enjoy!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: green, black, and yellow
• Hook size: 3.5mm
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
• Scissors
• Yarn needle
• Stitch marker
• Safety eyes or black embroidery thread for eyes

Instructions

Before starting anything, make sure to read through the entire pattern to become familiar with the process. Begin by crocheting the head.

Head

Take your green yarn and begin by creating a magic ring. Then, crochet 6 single crochets into the ring. Place a stitch marker to keep track of the rounds.

Round 1: Crochet 2 single crochets into each stitch. (12 stitches total)

Round 2: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first stitch and 2 single crochets into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (18 stitches total)

Round 3: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 2 stitches and 2 single crochets into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (24 stitches total)

Round 4: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 3 stitches and 2 single crochets into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (30 stitches total)

Round 5: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 4 stitches and 2 single crochets into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (36 stitches total)

Round 6: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 5 stitches and 2 single crochets into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (42 stitches total)

Round 7-11: Crochet 1 single crochet into each stitch.

Round 12: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 4 stitches and 2 single crochets into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (48 stitches total)

Round 13-16: Crochet 1 single crochet into each stitch.

Round 17: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 4 stitches, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (40 stitches total)

Round 18: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 3 stitches, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (32 stitches total)

Begin to stuff the head with fiberfill.

Round 19: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 2 stitches, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (24 stitches total)

Round 20: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first stitch, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (16 stitches total)

Finish stuffing the head and then make sure to fasten off the yarn. Leave a long tail to sew onto the body later.

Body

Using green yarn, start by chaining 8 stitches.

Round 1: Crochet 2 single crochets into the 2nd chain from the hook. Crochet 1 single crochet into each of the next 5 chains, and then crochet 3 single crochets into the last chain. Turn the chain over and continue to crochet 1 single crochet into each of the remaining chains on the other side of the chain. Place a stitch marker to keep track of the rounds. (14 stitches total)

Round 2: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first stitch, then 2 single crochets into each of the next 3 stitches. Crochet 1 single crochet into each of the next 5 stitches before crocheting 2 single crochets into each of the following 3 stitches. Finish with 1 single crochet into each of the last 2 stitches on the end. (26 stitches total)

Round 3: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 3 stitches, then 2 single crochets into each of the next 4 stitches. Crochet 1 single crochet into each of the next 5 stitches before crocheting 2 single crochets into each of the following 4 stitches. Finish with 1 single crochet into each of the last 2 stitches on the end. (38 stitches total)

Round 4: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 4 stitches, then 2 single crochets into each of the next 5 stitches. Crochet 1 single crochet into each of the next 5 stitches before crocheting 2 single crochets into each of the following 5 stitches. Finish with 1 single crochet into each of the last 2 stitches on the end. (54 stitches total)

Round 5-6: Crochet 1 single crochet into each stitch.

Round 7: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 5 stitches, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round, followed by 1 single crochet at the very end. (48 stitches total)

Round 8: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 4 stitches, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round, followed by 1 single crochet at the very end. (40 stitches total)

Round 9-10: Crochet 1 single crochet into each stitch.

Round 11: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 3 stitches, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round, followed by 1 single crochet at the very end. (32 stitches total)

Round 12-14: Crochet 1 single crochet into each stitch.

Round 15: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first 2 stitches, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round, followed by 1 single crochet at the very end. (24 stitches total)

Stuff the body with fiberfill.

Round 16-17: Crochet 1 single crochet into each stitch.

Round 18: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first stitch, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Repeat this pattern until you reach the end of the round. (16 stitches total)

Fasten off with a long tail for sewing onto the head.

Limbs

Using green yarn, start by chaining 4.

Round 1: Crochet 1 single crochet into the 2nd chain from the hook. Crochet 1 single crochet into each of the remaining chains. Place a stitch marker to keep track of the rounds. (3 stitches total)

Round 2-5: Crochet 1 single crochet into each stitch.

Round 6: Crochet 1 single crochet into the first stitch, then 1 sc decrease into the next stitch. Finish with 1 single crochet into the last stitch. (2 stitches total)

Stuff the limb with fiberfill.

Round 7: Crochet 1 sc decrease into the last 2 stitches. (1 stitch total)

Fasten off with a long tail for sewing onto the body.

Repeat the process for 3 additional limbs for a total of 4.

Assembly

Begin to sew the head and body together using the long tails left over from each. Once you have done so, sew the limbs onto the body where you choose to. Use black yarn or safety eyes to add eyes alternatively.

Conclusion

Here you have it, a completed bearded dragon crochet project made by following our free, beginner-friendly pattern. This cute little project will be an excellent decor piece or gift, and is easy to gift as well! We hope you found this blog post helpful and informative, happy crocheting everyone!