Daiyu the Dragon · PART 2 · Amigurumi Tutorial & Free Crochet Pattern

Daiyu the Dragon · PART 2 · Amigurumi Tutorial & Free Crochet Pattern

Introduction

The introduction discusses the availability of a written pattern as an alternative to video instructions and introduces the option for a webbed ear version.

Starting Instructions

  • The video offers a free version of the pattern through video instruction.
  • A written pattern is available for those who prefer it or want immediate access.
  • Mention of creating a webbed ear version instead of the free noo ear option.

Arms Crocheting

This section covers crocheting the arms, starting with a magic ring and progressing through rounds.

Magic Ring and Rounds

  • Begin with five single crochets into a magic ring for round one.
  • Rounds 2 to 7 involve single crocheting around without increasing or decreasing.
  • Demonstration of round three by inserting hook into each stitch and making single crochet.

Completing Arms

Completing the arms by finishing up rounds and preparing for sewing onto the body.

Finishing Touches

  • Fasten off arm at round seven with a long yarn tail for sewing onto the body.
  • Tighten magic ring before completing arm assembly.

Creating Legs

Instructions on crafting legs using different colors and techniques.

Leg Crafting Process

  • Start with pink yarn to create base foot with seven single crochets in a magic ring.
  • Switch to main leg color in round two, working in back loops only for seven stitches total.

Finalizing Legs

Final steps in completing legs, including shaping details and finishing touches.

Shaping Details

  • Round three involves specific crochet sequence: single crochet twice, decrease twice, then single crochet again.

Completion & Congratulations

Celebrating completion of arms, legs, head, horns, and eyes as part of The Creator challenge.

Completion Milestone

  • Congratulatory message on finishing part two of The Creator challenge involving arms and legs creation.
Video description

Here are "Part 2" instructions for the Sweet Softies' 2024 Creator Challenge, featuring Daiyu the Dragon! Be sure to join me for this fun and FREE Crochet-A-Long event! Info on my blog: https://www.sweetsofties.com/2024/01/daiyu-dragon.html Don't want to wait for the free pattern? Want the full, printable, ad-free PDF pattern for download NOW? Get the written pattern from my store at: https://payhip.com/b/9o2Hq TABLE OF CONTENTS: 00:09 PDF Pattern 00:38 Arms 03:44 Legs 08:08 Finished Part 2 VIDEO TUTORIALS: • Materials and Planning: https://youtu.be/qLHckNTC8lY • Part 1, Head with ears and horns: https://youtu.be/OmWJB6-xZb8 • Part 2, Arms & Legs: https://youtu.be/DP3R5v7Ygs8 • Part 3, Body & Wings: https://youtu.be/E21idrSePOU • Part 4, Tail & Finishing: https://youtu.be/CQpshKBAO3E • See the finished dragons from crocheters around the world: https://youtu.be/7v7v7zPSHlQ PATTERN & OTHER LINKS: • Written instructions for "Part 2": https://www.sweetsofties.com/2024/02/dragon-part-2.html • Download the PDF pattern here: https://payhip.com/b/9o2Hq • Save this project on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/daiyu-the-dragon • Save this project on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://www.sweetsofties.com/2024/01/daiyu-dragon.html&media=https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrSRbdIW-Q9SVqsrfMb8NXa5uj1Kvn0P_jcsEjR7_kyoNTkpXHE_0R1RWpwbZMqAPJP2rjQk7e6yq-Fn2q0X2A-UdhB4kYJpjNJ0DRwtqGlYXRbe6maz9UEAPZIa2iPdpvE1F_wBvBPPJC7dmCUDk-gRBm0uueYWDUAXlt8PhBfeR5Pn1A2qR7k6Yl0p0u/s1920/Pinterest%20Pin.jpg&description= SHARE YOUR DRAGON! Share your WIP and/or finished dragons with my community! (Use hashtag #SweetSoftiesCreatorChallenge, and tag me @SweetSofties!) • Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/sweetsofties • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetsofties/ ----- About the Pattern ----- Daiyu is a pocket-sized baby dragon amigurumi pattern. It fits snugly in your palm and is the perfect birthday gift or holiday gift for any dragon lover or fantasy creature enthusiast. Daiyu’s name is Chinese and means “generation” and “jade”, and was designed for the 2024 Lunar New Year of the Dragon! The PDF pattern includes photo references to guide you through the doll making process, links to the complete step-by-step video tutorial, and a printable coloring sheet to help you plan out your dragon’s colors. It also has two different ear options. SIZE Height: 4.5 inches (11.5cm) LEVEL ★★☆☆☆ Familiar beginner. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below), changing yarn colors, attaching yarn, and sewing pieces together. STITCHES & TECHNIQUES USED (US TERMINOLOGY) FO = fasten off YO = yarn over sk = skip (a stitch) ch = chain sl st = slip stitch sc = single crochet inc = increase (insert 2 sc in same st) dec = decrease (sc 2 sts together) dc = double crochet dc-inc = double crochet increase (insert 2 dc in the same st) BLO = back loops only MATERIALS Medium weight yarn in 3 colors 2.75mm crochet hook (These are my fav: https://amzn.to/3fXpjkD) 8mm plastic safety eyes (https://amzn.to/3tQB3yX) Fiberfill stuffing Yarn needle Scissors Optional: sewing pins ----- Social media & contact ----- Website/blog: https://www.sweetsofties.com/ Store: https://payhip.com/SweetSofties Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/SweetSofties Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SweetSofties Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SweetSofties/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sweetsofties.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/SweetSofties Etsy: https://tidd.ly/3sZW09M Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/sweet-softies Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SweetSofties ----- Copyright Notice ----- This pattern is © 2024 Sweet Softies, www.sweetsofties.com. For personal use only. You may not translate, distribute, copy, alter, or sell this pattern in any way. My patterns may not be used in video tutorials or for teaching classes (both online and in-person). You may link to this pattern but you may not copy any part of the pattern instructions on other websites. You may sell finished items made with this pattern if you credit Sweet Softies as the designer and link to my website. No wholesale.