[Finished product] Handmade Crochet Yarn Cute Dragon Backpack, Size as Shown in Picture, Eyes, Dragon Horns, and Whiskers are Very 3D, Full of Details

A cute dragon backpack is not just a playful accessory, but a statement piece that can add a touch of whimsy and magic to your everyday life. Designed in red to represent energy and power, this adorable dragon-shaped backpack is perfect for children or anyone who loves mythical creatures. The dragon’s body serves as the storage compartment, while its tiny wings, spikes, and tail complete the look.

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How to Crochet a Red Cute Dragon Backpack

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: Red (main body), black (details), yellow (belly and spikes).
• Crochet hook: 4.0mm or size suitable for your yarn.
• Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing the tail, spikes, and wings.
• Safety eyes: 8-10mm or you can embroider eyes with black yarn.
• Yarn needle: For sewing and weaving in ends.
• Zipper: Red zipper for backpack closure (size depends on the backpack size).
• Scissors.

Abbreviations:

• ch: Chain
• sc: Single crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec: Decrease (sc two stitches together)
• sl st: Slip stitch
• MR: Magic ring
• FO: Fasten off

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Body (Main Compartment):

1. Start with red yarn.
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
   • Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
   • Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
   • Continue increasing by 6 stitches per round until the base is as wide as you want the backpack (approx. 72-84 stitches around).
   • For the sides: Work even rounds (sc in each stitch) until you reach the desired height of the backpack.

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Back Flap (Zipper Panel):

1. Start with red yarn.
   • Ch 21 (or chain to match the width of the body).
   • Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook and across (20).
   • Rows 2-30: Sc across, turning at the end of each row.
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing the zipper in place.

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Dragon Tail:

1. Start with red yarn.
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
   • Round 3: Sc around (12).
   • Continue crocheting in the round, decreasing slightly as you go, until the tail tapers. Stuff as you go.
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing onto the back of the backpack.

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Dragon Belly:

1. Start with yellow yarn.
   • Ch 10.
   • Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (9).
   • Rows 2-15: Sc across, turning at the end of each row.
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing onto the front of the body.

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Dragon Spikes (Make 3-4):

1. Start with yellow yarn.
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • Round 2: Sc in each stitch (6).
   • Round 3: 1 sc, dec around (4).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach them along the back of the dragon and down the tail.

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Wings (Make 2):

1. Start with red yarn.
   • Ch 7.
   • Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (6).
   • Rows 2-5: Sc across, turning at the end of each row.
   • Row 6: Dec 1 st at the beginning of the row (5).
   • Row 7: Dec 1 st at the beginning of the row (4).
   • Continue decreasing until you have 1 stitch left.
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing onto the body.

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Arms and Legs (Make 2 Each):

1. Start with red yarn.
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • Round 2: 1 sc, inc around (9).
   • Rounds 3-6: Sc in each stitch around (9).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach the arms and legs to the sides of the dragon’s body.

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Head:

1. Start with red yarn.
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
   • Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
   • Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
   • Continue increasing for a few more rounds until the head is proportionate to the body.
   • Work even rounds (sc in each stitch) until the head reaches your desired size.
   • Attach safety eyes or embroider eyes using black yarn.
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Assembly:

1. Sew the zipper to the back flap and attach the flap to the body.
2. Attach the tail, wings, arms, and legs to the main body.
3. Sew the head onto the top of the body.
4. Sew on the belly patch in the center of the dragon’s front.

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Straps:

1. Start with red yarn.
   • Ch 50 (or adjust based on the desired length for the straps).
   • Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook and across.
   • FO and attach the straps securely to the top and bottom of the backpack.

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Conclusion:

Your cute red dragon backpack is now complete! This adorable, mythical-inspired bag is both fun and functional, perfect for carrying small items while making a playful statement. Wear it on adventures, or give it as a magical gift!