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Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet two triceratops characters named Noah and Poli with full shaping and facial embroidery. You will work in the round and use techniques like BLO, increases, decreases, and small surface embroidery. The instructions include head, body, legs, arms, horns, tail, and simple clothing options.

Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear step-by-step rounds and helpful notes make assembly and finishing easier for intermediate crocheters. Photographs and positioning tips are included to help you achieve a professional look.

Why You'll Love This Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it brings so much personality into every little detail — from the scalloped crown to the tiny embroidered claws. I enjoyed designing the facial expressions and showing how small changes in eye placement can completely change the mood. The pattern balances structured shaping with playful accessories, which makes each finished toy unique. I always find sewing and finishing to be the most rewarding step, and these triceratops are so satisfying to assemble and style.

Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize these triceratops by changing yarn colors; try pastel shades for a softer, nursery-friendly look or bold greens and oranges for a playful toy.

To make a miniature keychain version, use thinner thread and a smaller hook — I usually go one or two hook sizes down and embroider smaller eyes for scale.

If you want a chunkier, cuddlier version, swap to a bulkier yarn and a larger hook; this gives a more plush feel and makes the toy great for snuggling.

I often change the facial expression by moving the eyes or adjusting the eyebrow placement; a slight change can turn the face from curious to sleepy or mischievous.

Add wire to the limbs if you want posability — insert thin craft wire before closing seams and secure ends well so they are safe for display-only pieces.

Try different eye types: safety eyes, embroidered eyes, or small buttons to change the toy's personality and safety level for children.

Personalize accessories like crowns, bows, or dresses by using contrasting yarns or adding tiny buttons and beads for an heirloom finish.

For a seasonal twist, create themed outfits (scarves, tiny hats) or embroider patterns on the body to match holidays or gifts.

I sometimes use felt additions for details like spikes or cheeks; these can be glued or sewn on for a different texture and faster finishing.

Experiment with stitch tension and stuffing density: slightly tighter stuffing gives a firmer toy, while a looser fill makes it softer and squishier.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can cause you to lose the start of the row and miscount increases; use a marker at the first stitch of each round to stay oriented. ✗ Placing safety eyes without checking round increases may make the eyes sit crooked; place eyes between the recommended rows and account for increases on the specified row for correct alignment. ✗ Overstuffing limbs and thighs will make seams bulky and uneven; stuff gradually and keep the thigh area slightly flatter as instructed to preserve shape. ✗ Using the wrong hook size will change finished measurements and fabric density; use the specified 2.0 mm and 3.0 mm hooks for the intended size and texture.

Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

Create two adorable triceratops friends with this detailed amigurumi pattern. You'll make charming, poseable dinos with expressive faces and cute accessories. The pattern includes clear step-by-step rounds, embroidery instructions, and assembly tips so you can finish a polished handmade toy. Perfect for gifting or decorating nurseries with a handcrafted touch.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Triceratops Noah and Poli Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Traditional Amigurumi yarn colors: (8008) Quarry - one skein
  • 02
    Traditional Amigurumi yarn colors: (3046) Sweetness - one skein
  • 03
    Traditional Amigurumi yarn colors: (5745) Eucalyptus - one skein
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    Traditional Amigurumi yarn colors: (7564) Porcelain/Cream - one skein
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    Traditional Amigurumi yarn colors: (8176) Off White - one skein
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    Amigurumi Soft yarn in color: (3081) Pinkish - one skein
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    Cléa yarn in color: (8990) Black - small amount for embroidery and eyelashes

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook 2.0 mm
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    Crochet hook 3.0 mm
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    13 mm black safety eyes (2 pieces)
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    Scissors
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    Polyester stuffing/filling
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    Doll/tapestry needle (approx. 12.5 cm)
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    Safety pins for assembly positioning
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    Blush or fabric-safe coloring for cheeks
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    Stitch markers

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— Abbreviations and Special Notes :

Info :

Refer to the abbreviations list: AM - Magic Ring, Pb - Low point, Aum - Increase, Shovel - Hight point, Pad - double crochet, FLO - Work on the front loops, Carr - careers (rows), Triple sc inc - 3 Low Points in the same place, Dim - decrease, Pbx - Extremely low point, Corr - chain, X - Times, Mpa - double crochet, BLO - Work on the back loops.

— Special point - BLO :

Info :

In the structure of a crochet stitch, there are two loops at the top when the crochet stitch is finished. It is normal to insert the crochet hook between these two loops to make the stitches in the row. But in some jobs, we only work on one of these handles. For this we use a special point called BLO. BLO (Back Loop Only) "Only in the back row" We make the stitch by picking up only the back loop of the stitch on the previous row. Note that when making the single crochet in the back spacing only, the front spacing from the previous row is left free. We usually use this point to give the piece a relief aspect or to make details. In this recipe, we will use both purposes, both to give the appearance of relief and to make details.

— Head :

Round 1 :

AM of 8 sc (8)

Round 2 :

Inc in each sc (16)

Round 3 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 8x (24)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 8x (32)

Round 5 :

[3 sc and 1 inc] 8x (40)

Round 6 :

sc over sc (40)

Round 7 :

[4 sc and 1 inc] 8x (48)

Round 8 :

sc over sc (48)

Round 9 :

[5 sc and 1 inc] 8x (56)

Round 10 :

[6 sc and 1 inc] 8x (64)

Round 11-18 :

sc over sc - [8 rows] (64)

Round 19 :

24 sc, 16 inc, 24 sc (80)

Round 20-27 :

sc over sc - [8 rows] (80)

Round 28 :

[3 sc and 1 dec] 16x (64)

Round 29 :

sc over sc (64)

Round 30 :

[1 dec and 2 sc] 16x (48)

Round 31 :

sc over sc (48)

Round 32 :

[1 sc and 1 dec] 16x (32)

Info :

Close with sl st and cut a longer thread so you can sew the head to the body.

Info :

Place the eyes between rows 16 and 17 separated by 6 sc visible between them.

Info :

Be careful when placing the eyes, it's important to take into account the increases on round 19 so they don't get crooked. Leave the eyes centered in the increase part of row 19. (TIP: when placing the locks, press them until the second step of the eyes, this way they will be deeper, nicer and safer).

— White of Eyes :

Step 1 :

Introduce the needle in the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread to be able to tie a few knots at the end), leave with it right in the corner of the eye, (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye). (See picture 1)

Step 2 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the lower part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head. (See images 2 and 3)

Step 3 :

Now leave with the needle in the corner of the second eye (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye).

Step 4 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the lower part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head and then pull the two threads a little and tie 2 knots. (See images 4, 5, 6 and 7)

— Black Eye Embroidery :

Step 1 :

Use the double Cléa yarn in the color BLACK to make the black eye embroidery. Introduce the needle in the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread to be able to tie a few knots at the end), leave with it right in the corner of the eye, (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye). Look at images 1 and 2.

Step 2 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the upper part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head. (Look at the pictures 3)

Step 3 :

Now leave with the needle in the corner of the second eye (tip: try to leave with the needle in the middle of the corner of the eye, as shown in image 5).

Step 4 :

Introduce the needle right in the corner of the upper part of the eye and leave with it in the open part of the head and then pull the threads a little and tie 2 knots. (See images 8).

— Eyelash :

Step 1 :

YOU ONLY NEED TO DO THE EYELASHES IF THE PET IS THE GIRL VERSION. Use the Cléa yarn in the color BLACK to do the eyelashes. (Do not use the double wire). Insert the needle into the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread so you can tie some knots at the end), go out with it right in the middle where we made the details with the Off White and Black line of the eyes. (See picture 1).

Step 2 :

Introduce the needle with a space of one stitch in the row above the middle of the black embroidery. (See picture 2).

Step 3 :

Take the thread to do the same process on the other eyes, then join the ends of the thread and tie two knots (Look at the pictures).

— Eyebrows :

Step 1 :

Use the Cléa yarn in the color BLACK to do the eyebrows (Do not use the double wire). Insert the needle into the open part of the head (leave a piece of thread so you can tie some knots at the end), take it out on the second row above the eyes, skip 3 dc and insert the hook in a row above. (See images 1 and 2)

Step 2 :

Now do the same process on the other side of the eyes (See images 4, 5, 6 and 7). Bring the two ends of the yarn together and tie a few knots.

— Face Expression :

Info :

To join the eyes, use a piece of thread QUARRY. Watch the video where I teach you how to join the eyes and make them more sunken, this part is very important to leave your pet with a more delicate and charming expression (DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP).

— Head Horns :

Info :

Use the line in color OFF WHITE (2mm needle)

Round 1 :

AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 3x (9)

Round 3 :

sc over sc (9)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 3x (12)

Round 5 :

sc over sc (12). Close with sl st and finish the thread. Sew the horns between rows 6 to 10 of the head.

— Snout Horn :

Info :

Use the line in color OFF WHITE (2mm needle)

Round 1 :

AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 3x (9)

Round 3 :

sc over sc (9)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 3x (12)

Round 5 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 4x (16)

Round 6 :

sc over sc (16). Close with sl st and cut a larger thread for sewing. Sew the horn between rows 19 to 24 of the head, before starting to sew, center the horn between the eyes, so it doesn't move out of place, place some pins and then start sewing.

— Crown :

Info :

Start with the color line QUARRY (2mm needle)

Round 1 :

Make 36 ch, skip the first ch and from the second ch make [5 sc and 1 triple inc] 5x, 5 sc (45)

Round 2 :

sc over sc (45)

Round 3 :

6 sc, 1 triple inc, [7 sc and 1 triple inc] 4x, 6 sc (55)

Round 4 :

sc over sc (55)

Round 5 :

Turn the work, make 1 ch, 7 sc, 1 triple inc, [9 sc and 1 triple inc] 4x, 7 sc (65). Close with sl st and finish the thread.

Round 6 :

Now attach the thread in the color QUARRY on the side right in the corner, let's do 5 sc on the side of the crown, then 65 sc, go down the other side with 5 sc, make 1 ch and cut a larger thread for sewing.

Round 7 :

Fasten the thread in color PINKISH in the first dc from the top of the last row and do, 1 dc, skip 3 dc and in the next one do 8 dc in the same place, skip 3 dc and in the next one do 1 dc, do this sequence until you complete 8 fans, after the last fan, skip 3 dc and make 1 dc, make 1 ch and finish the thread.

Round 8 :

Then attach the thread in the color QUARRY in the direction we made the first triple increase, right in the middle of it and make 6 sl st vertically (see the image), then make 1 ch and finish the thread. Do this detail 5 times, always starting in the middle of the increases on the first row.

— Crown Seaming :

Info :

Use the tapestry needle to sew the crown to the head. Sew the crown between rows 1 to 18 of the head, leaving a distance of 7 sc on each side of the eyes.

— Body :

Info :

Use the line in color QUARRY (2mm needle)

Round 1 :

AM of 8 sc

Round 2 :

Inc all around (16)

Round 3 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 8x (24)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 8x (32)

Round 5 :

[3 sc and 1 inc] 8x (40)

Round 6 :

[4 sc and 1 inc] 8x (48)

Round 7 :

[5 sc and 1 inc] 8x (56)

Round 8 :

[6 sc and 1 inc] 8x (64)

Round 9-20 :

sc over sc (64) - [12 rows]

Round 21 :

16 sc, 16 dec, 16 sc (48)

Round 22-25 :

sc over sc (48) - [4 rows]

Round 26 :

[4 sc and 1 dec] 8x (40)

Round 27-30 :

sc over sc (40) - [4 rows]

Round 31 :

[3 sc and 1 dec] 8x (32)

Round 32-33 :

sc over sc all around (32) - [2 rows]. Close with sl st and finish the thread.

— Legs :

Info :

Start with the color line PINKISH (2mm needle)

Round 1 :

Make 6 ch, skip the first ch, from the second ch make 4 sc, in the last ch 3 sc in the same place, at the bottom of the ch make 3 sc, in the last ch 1 inc (12)

Round 2 :

1 inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc (18)

Round 3 :

1 sc and 1 inc, 3 sc, [1 sc and 1 inc] 3x, 3 sc, [1 sc and 1 inc] 2x (24)

Round 4 :

2 sc and 1 inc, 3 sc, [2 sc and 1 inc] 3x, 3 sc, [2 sc and 1 inc] 2x (30)

Round 5 :

Change to color QUARRY 5- sc over sc in BLO (30)

Round 6-7 :

sc over sc (30) - [2 rows]

Round 8 :

4 sc, [1 dec and 1 sc] 6x, 8 sc (24)

Round 9 :

[2 sc and 1 dec] 6x (18)

Round 10 :

sc over sc (18)

Round 11 :

6 sc, [1 inc] 6x, 6 sc (24)

Round 12 :

6 sc, [1 sc and 1 inc] 6x, 6 sc (30)

Round 13 :

[1 inc] 2x, 24 sc, [1 inc] 4x (36)

Round 14-16 :

sc over sc (36) - [3 rows]

Round 17 :

8 sc, [1 sc and 1 dec] 6x, 10 sc (30)

Round 18-19 :

sc over sc (30) - [2 rows]

Round 20 :

8 sc, [1 dec] 6x, 10 sc (24)

Round 21 :

[1 dec] 2x, 12 sc, [1 dec] 4x (18). Put stuffing. But don't put too much padding on the thigh part, this part has to be flatter.

Round 22 :

[1 sc and 1 dec] 6x (12)

Round 23 :

[1 dec] 6x (6). Close the leg with the inverted magic ring. Fasten the legs to the body, before fastening, position the legs in the place you want to fasten, I like to leave them a little further forward, so there is not a very large space between one leg and the other. Watch the video where I teach how to attach the legs, watch until the end and carefully, because in the video I explain and show the rows where you will attach the legs.

— Arms :

Info :

Start with the color line PINKISH (2mm needle)

Round 1 :

AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Inc all around (12)

Round 3 :

[1 dc and 1 inc] 6x (18)

Round 4 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 6x (24) Change to color QUARRY

Round 5 :

sc over sc in BLO (24)

Round 6-7 :

sc over sc (24) - [2 rows]

Round 8 :

3 sc, [1 dec and 1 sc] 6x, 3 sc (18)

Round 9-18 :

sc over sc (18) - [10 rows]

Info :

Only put padding on the underside of the little arm. 19- [4 sc and 1 dec] 3x (15)

Round 20 :

[3 sc and 1 dec] 3x (12)

Round 21 :

Fold the little arm in half and close it with 6 sc (6). Chain 1 and cut a larger thread to sew the arms to the body.

— Embroidery - Claws :

Info :

Use the line in color OFF WHITE and tapestry needle. Embroider the claws of the legs between the rows between rows 4 to 6 of the legs, leave a space of 2 sc between them, I made 3 claws on each foot. On the arms make the claws between rows 4 to 6, also leave a space of 2 sc between them, the same amount of claws that you made on the feet also do on the hands.

— Tail :

Info :

Use the line in color QUARRY (2mm needle)

Round 1 :

AM of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Inc all around (12)

Round 3 :

sc over sc (12)

Round 4 :

[1 sc and 1 inc] 6x (18)

Round 5 :

sc over sc (18)

Round 6 :

[2 sc and 1 inc] 6x (24)

Round 7 :

sc over sc (24)

Round 8 :

[3 sc and 1 inc] 6x (30)

Round 9 :

sc over sc (30)

Round 10 :

[4 sc and 1 inc] 6x (36)

Round 11 :

sc over sc all around (36)

Round 12 :

[5 sc and 1 inc] 6x (42)

Round 13 :

sc over sc (42)

Round 14 :

[6 sc and 1 inc] 6x (48)

Round 15 :

sc over sc (48). Close with sl st and cut a larger thread for sewing. Sew the tail to the back of the body between rows 2 to 18. Stuff.

— Bowel - Girl Version :

Info :

Use the line in color SWEETNESS (2.0 mm needle)

Round 1 :

Make 30 chains, close with sl st in the first chain (it will form a chain ring). Then make 1 sc for each ch (30)

Round 2-6 :

sc over sc (30). Close with sl st and finish the thread. Then double the loop and tie the thread in the color SWEETNESS in the middle of the loop and make about 6 turns, take the line to the back of the loop, tie a couple of knots and then finish the thread.

— Dress - Girl Version :

Info :

Use the line in color SWEETNESS (3mm needle)

Round 1 :

Make 42 chains, close with sl st in the first chain (it will form a chain ring). Chain 2 up and crochet 1 hdc for each ch (42). Close with sl st in first ch counting from top to bottom.

Round 2 :

Go up ch 2 and do hdc on hdc all around (42). Close with sl st in first ch counting from top to bottom.

Round 3 :

Go up ch 3 and make 1 dc in the same place, make 2 dc for each dc all around (84). Change to color PINKISH, let's do the lace stitch 1 sl st and ch 2 until the end, finish off the thread.

Info :

Now attach the thread to the color SWEETNESS in any spaghetti strap on the first row, (be careful that the seam is towards the back of the dress). Make 6 sc, go up 18 ch, skip 6 ch and make 1 sc for each ch, at the base of the skirt make 30 sc, go up 18 ch, skip 6 ch and make 1 sc for each ch, finish with 6 sc, close with sl st and tie off the thread.

Handle Bar :

In the first strap we made of the dress, fasten the thread in PINK to the first sc after 6 ch, make the lace stitch: 1 sl st and 2 ch until the last sc on the strap, finish off the thread. Do the same thing in the second loop, but start in the first sc at the bottom of the loop.

Info :

After embroidering the spaghetti straps, place the dress on the hippopotamus, see the best position and distance of the straps. Take off the hippopotamus dress and place the ends of the straps inside the dress, position them and leave a space between one and the other, then with a tapestry needle sew a few stitches taking the strap and the dress (this seam is used to secure the strap and it doesn't leave the place, but if you want, you can add buttons).

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the crown to the head between rows 1 and 18, leaving a distance of 7 sc on each side of the eyes for correct placement.
  • Sew the small horns between rows 6 to 10 of the head and the snout horn between rows 19 to 24, centering the snout horn between the eyes before sewing.
  • Attach the head to the body using the long tail left after closing the head; align and sew securely with a whipstitch.
  • Fasten the legs to the bottom front of the body; position them slightly forward so the spacing between legs is small and sew securely.
  • Sew the tail to the back of the body between rows 2 to 18 and stuff appropriately before closing the sewing.
  • Fold each arm lengthwise and close the edge, then sew arms to the sides of the body at the chosen rows, positioning and pinning before final sewing.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use the exact hooks and yarn weights recommended (2.0 mm and 3.0 mm) to achieve the sample size and correct stitch tension.
  • 💡Place safety eyes between the rows specified (between rows 16 and 17) and ensure they are centered in the increase section on round 19.
  • 💡When embroidering facial details, leave long tails and tie knots inside the head opening before trimming, and watch the tutorial for eye depression technique.

These tiny Triceratops friends were designed to be cuddly, expressive, and full of personality. Make Noah and Poli in coordinating colors for a sweet pair that charms every room. The detailed finishing and embroidery make each toy truly special — happy stitching! 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 20-25 cm tall when using the recommended yarn and 2.0-3.0 mm hooks; size may vary with different yarn or hook choices.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size and look; choose hook sizes appropriate for your yarn and expect differences in stitch count tightness and finished dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses techniques like BLO, triple increases, and small embroidery; basic amigurumi experience and confidence working in the round are recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete one triceratops in about 5-7 hours depending on experience and finishing time, including embroidery and assembly.