Pterogon Crochet Pattern – Fantasy Creature Amigurumi
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Every once in a while, a spark of imagination takes hold and turns into something magical. Pterogon began as a child’s drawing—full of wings, wonder, and wild creativity. I couldn’t resist the challenge of turning that sketch into a crochet pattern, and stitch by stitch, Pterogan came to life!
Now you can bring him to life, too. 🧶✨ The Pterogon Crochet Pattern (PDF download) is available here:
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The Story Behind Pterogan
When a child puts a crayon to paper, the world they create is limitless. That’s how Pterogon was born. One afternoon, a young dreamer sketched a creature that existed only in his imagination—part wings, part scales, part something else entirely. He handed me the drawing with wide eyes and asked, “Can you make him real?”
As a crocheter, I’ve always believed yarn has some magic in it. Stitch by stitch, I studied the drawing and began bringing Pterogon to life. His wings took shape first, soft but strong enough to “fly” in a child’s dreams. Then his curious little eyes emerged, full of wonder and mischief, just like the boy who dreamed him up. Finally, his body came together—an imaginative mix of dragon-like fantasy and childlike whimsy.
Turning that drawing into a plush friend reminded me why I fell in love with crochet in the first place. It’s not just about yarn and hooks—it’s about taking inspiration and weaving it into something that can be hugged, treasured, and remembered.
Pterogon isn’t just a stuffed creature. He’s proof that imagination can leap off the page and into your arms.
Pattern Details
The Pterogon crochet pattern is designed with clear instructions and step-by-step guidance so you can create your own whimsical creature at home. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just beginning your yarn journey, you’ll find this pattern a joyful project to bring to life.
🧵 What’s Included:
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Digital PDF pattern (instant download)
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Step-by-step written instructions
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Helpful notes for shaping wings, body, and details
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Designed with love in South Carolina
Are you ready to bring Pterogon into your own home? This magical creature is waiting to leap off your hook and into your heart.
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Blessings from the Attic,
Nana Dawn
Let's Get Started!
Materials Required
Main Color -White - 1 skein Crafter’s Secret 4 wgt 100% Acrylic 16 oz/ 810 Yards OR Brava Worsted White- 1 skein - 4 wgt 100% acrylic 170 yds/ 100 Grams, in White or Linen.
Color B – Black -1 skein Crafter’s Secret 4 wgt 100% Acrylic 16 oz/ 810 Yards or Brava Worsted Black - 1 skein - 4 wgt 100% acrylic 170 yds/ 100 Grams, in Black.
D/3 (3 mm) Crochet Hook
E/4 (3.5 mm) Crochet Hook
Scissors
Stitch Markers
Tapestry Needle
2 - 6mm plastic safety eyes
Pipe Cleaners - White
Stitches Used
ch – chain
ch-sp - chain space
FO - Fasten Off
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Inc - increase
inv dec - invisible decrease
MR – magic ring (video here)
sc - single crochet
sl st - slip stitch
Special Stitches
Inv decrease Stitch
Inv inv dec - single crochet 2 stitches together – use the invisible inv decrease so as not to leave a seam.
Insert hook into front loop of next two stitches, yo, pull through, and complete the stitch.
Pattern Notes
Pterogon is crocheted in spiral rounds without joins, except for the wings, which are worked in rows.
ARMS - MAKE 2 – use D/3 (3 mm) Crochet Hook
Use the main color. This can be awkward, take your time and be patient with yourself.
Round 1: MR, 4 sc
Round 2: 4 sc
Round 3: 3 sc, inc (5)
Round 4: 5 sc
Round 5: 4 sc, inc (6)
Round 6: 6 sc
Round 7: 5 sc, inc (7)
Round 8: 7 sc
Round 9: 6 sc, inc (8)
Rounds 10-15: 8 sc
FO with a short tail
LEGS – MAKE 2
Use the main color. This can be awkward, take your time and be patient with yourself.
Round 1: MR, 4 sc
Round 2: 4 sc
Round 3: 3 sc, inc (5)
Round 4: 5 sc
Round 5: 4 sc, inc (6)
Round 6: 6 sc
Round 7: 5 sc, inc (7)
Round 8: 7 sc
Round 9: 6 sc, inc (8)
Round 10: 8 sc
Rounds 11-16: 8 sc for 6 rows
Round 17: Inc, 6 sc, inc (10)
Round 18: Inc, 8 sc, inc (12)
Round 19: Inc, 10 sc, inc (14)
Rounds 20-22: sc for 3 rows (14)
FO leaving a 4-inch tail to close holes associated with the joining of pieces.
TAIL – MAKE 1
Using main color, repeat LEG instructions from Rounds 1 to 10
Round 11: 7 sc, inc (9)
Round 12: 9 sc
Round 13: 4 sc, inc, 4 sc (10)
Round 14: 5 sc, inc, 4 sc (11)
Round 15: 11 sc
Round 16: 5 sc, inc, 5 sc (12)
Round 17: 5 sc, inc, 5 sc, inc (14)
Rounds 18-22: 14 sc, leave the stitch marker in place
DO NOT FO! Continue working to connect legs to tail, then working into the body.
BODY
Using the main color
With the tail in hand, sc 6, this is where you will connect with the left leg. Place your stitch marker here.
sc into the left leg. 13 sc plus the FIRST (connecting stitch) sc (14)
sc into the right leg. 13 sc plus the FIRST (connecting stitch) sc (14)
sc into the tail. 7 sc plus the FIRST (connecting stitch) sc (8)
Now that the legs and tail are connected, we will continue in rounds. Place a stitch marker on the tail so that you know it is the tail.
Round 1: 6 sc, inv dec, 12 sc, inv dec, 12 sc, inv dec, 6 sc (39)
Round 2: 6 sc, inv dec, 11 sc, inv dec, 11 sc, inv dec, 5 sc (36)
Round 3: 36 sc
Round 4: (2 sc, inv dec) x2, 22 sc, inv dec, 2 sc, inv dec (32)
Round 5: (1 sc, inv dec) x 2, 23 sc, inv dec, 1 sc (29)
Round 6: 2 inv dec, 21 sc, 2 inv dec (25)
Round 7: 25 sc
Round 8: inv dec, 23 sc
To make your legs sturdier, add pipe cleaners and stuff firmly.
Rounds 9-12: 24 sc
Round 13: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Round 14: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36) Leave the stitch marker in place.
Now we are going to attach the arms.
Round 15: 8 sc, 8 sc around the left arm, 18 sc around front of the body, 8 sc around right arm, 10 sc to stitch marker (52)
Round 16: 6 sc, inv dec, 6 sc, inv dec, 15 sc, inv dec, 5 sc, 2 inv dec, 8 sc (47)
Round 17: 23 sc, dec, 23 sc, dec (45)
Round 18: (3 sc, inv dec) x 9 (36)
Round 19: (2 sc, inv dec) x 9 (27)
Round 20: (7 sc, inv dec) x 3 (24)
Stuff arms. If you wish, add a pipe cleaner to make them poseable. Continue stuffing as you work to the end. Do not over stuff the shoulders, the arms are to lie almost flat against the body, not straight out.
Round 21: (2 sc, inv dec) x 6 (18)
Round 22: 5 sc, inv dec, 6 sc, inv dec, 3 sc (16)
Round 23: 4 sc, inv dec, 6 sc, inv dec, 2 sc (14)
Round 24: 4 sc, inv dec, 5 sc, inv dec, 1 sc (12)
Round 25: 12 sc
Round 26: 1sc, inv dec, 9 sc (11)
Insert the eyes between round 26 and 27.
Round 27: 11 sc
Round 28: 1 sc, inv dec, 8 sc (10)
Round 29: 10 sc
Round 30: 1 sc, inv dec, 7 sc (9)
Stuff head
Round 31: 4 inv dec, 1 sc
FO weave in end.
Whew! You’ve gotten the hard part done! YAY!
FANGS – MAKE 2
Using color (B), Ch 2, FO. Thread a needle and AFTER you’ve put the V-Shape mouth on, 2 stitches from the bottom on either side insert your needle, and come out 3 stitches straight down. Tie the ends off and pull into the body to hide the ends.
ARM CLAWS – MAKE 2
Using color (B), Ch 4, starting in the 2nd chain slst, to the end. Total of 3 slsts. Attach to the arms as in the photo. About halfway down the arm. You can sew them on or tie them on. See image below wing instructions.
WINGS – MAKE 2 (see image below instructions)
Using Hook Size E/4 (3.5 mm)
Using Color (B)
The wings are worked from the far outer edge.
The wings are worked in ROWS
Use a regular sc decrease when working in Rows.
Start with Ch 22
Row 1: Working in the back hump of the ch: sc in the 3rd ch from the hook, sc in the next 19sts. (20sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dec, 15 sc, dec, leave the last st unworked. (17)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, 14 sc, inc (17)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, 1 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec. (15)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, dec, 6 sc, dec, 4 sc, inc (14)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, 4 sc, dec, 8 sc (13)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, 12 sc, inc (14)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, 14 sc across. (14)
Row 9: Ch 3, sc in the 3rd ch from the hook, 1 sc, dec, 3 sc, 2 dec, 4 sc (12)
Row 10: Ch 1, turn, inc, (3 sc, dec) x 2, leave the last st unworked. (10)
Row 11: Ch 1, turn, dec, 7 sc, inc. (10)
Row 12: Ch 1, turn, 4 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec. (8)
Row 13: Ch 1, turn, 7 sc, inc (9)
Row 14: Ch 1, turn, inc, 7 sc, inc (11)
Row 15: Ch 3, sc in the 3rd ch from the hook, 2 sc, 2 dec, 5 sc. (10)
Row 16: Ch 1, turn, inc, 3 sc, leave the remaining sts unworked. (5)
Row 17: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (5)
Row 18: Ch 1, turn, inc, 3 sc, inc (7)
Fasten off leaving a long tail for attaching the wing to the body.
Add white pipe cleaners if you wish to have the wings stand out straight. Stitch on the pipe cleaners with needle and matching thread.
ATTACHING THE WINGS
Attach the wings with matching color B thread/yarn. With the points on the wings pointing down, the small ends of the wings will be attached to the back with the top of the wing’s points on the small side nearly touching each other in the middle of the back.
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