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Learn how to crochet a triceratops frill directly onto the head of your crochet toy in this step-by-step video tutorial. This Amigurumi tutorial shows you how to create a cute Amigurumi triceratops frill without extra sewing or complicated assembly, making it perfect for anyone wanting a smooth and simple finish.
In this video, I’ll guide you each step of the way so you can easily follow along and recreate the frill with confidence.
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How to Crochet a Triceratops Frill – Step by Step
You’ll work the frill in rows rather than rounds, before adding an edging around the outer shape to finish it off. The entire technique uses only basic crochet stitches, making it suitable for crocheters of all skill levels. Each stage is explained clearly so you can follow along with confidence and achieve the same result in your own project.
You can also follow the below written pattern or refer to it later.
Abbreviations
This pattern is written using US crochet terminology
CH: chain
ST: stitch
SL ST: slip stitch
SC: single crochet stitch
INC: increase = two single crochet stitches in the same stitch
SPS: small puff stitch:
- Yarn over, insert your hook into the next stitch, yarn over and pull up a longer loop (you will have 3 loops on the hook)
- Yarn over, insert your hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up a longer loop (you will have 5 loops on the hook)
- Yarn over, insert your hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up a longer loop (you will have 7 loops on the hook)
- Yarn over and pull through all 7 loops, chain 1x to close the puff stitch
FL ST: front loop stitch
FO: fasten off
TO: turn over
(…..) x 6: repeat the pattern inside the brackets by the given number (in this example, repeat the pattern in the brackets 6 times)
{…}: number shown inside these brackets equals the number of stitches at the end of each round
Triceratops Frill Pattern – Frill Body
To crochet the frill directly onto the head, you’ll need a section of 49 unworked front loops across the top. The frill is then worked into these front loops to form the shape. For full instructions on how to create the head with these front loop stitches, see my crochet triceratops free pattern.
Row 1: insert your hook into the 1st FL ST on the head and pull up a loop; CH 1x – this chain will count as your first ST in this row; SC in next 47 STs, SL ST into last FL ST, CH 1x and TO {49 excl CH at the end}
Row 2: SL ST into 1st ST, SC in next 5 STs, INC, (SC in next 6 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 7 STs, INC, (SC in next 6 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 5 STs, SL ST into last ST, CH 1x and TO {55 excl CH at the end}
Row 3: SL ST into 1st ST, SC in next 5 STs, INC, (SC in next 7 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 8 STs, INC, (SC in next 7 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 6 STs, SL ST into last ST, CH 1x and TO {61 excl CH at the end}
Row 4: SL ST into 1st ST, SC in next 6 STs, INC, (SC in next 8 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 9 STs, INC, (SC in next 8 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 6 STs, SL ST into last ST, CH 1x and TO {67 excl CH at the end}
Row 5: SL ST into 1st ST, SC in next 6 STs, INC, (SC in next 9 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 10 STs, INC, (SC in next 9 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 7 STs, SL ST into last ST, CH 1x and TO {73 excl CH at the end}
Row 6: SC in first 8 STs, INC, (SC in next 10 STs, INC) x 2, SC in next 11 STs, INC, (SC in next 10 STs, INC) x 2, SC in last 8 STs, FO {79}, weave both yarn tails in
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Triceratops Frill Pattern – Edging
Step 1: create a slip knot on your hook and SC 5x into the right side of the frill while facing the triceratops, i.e. SC once into the side of each row (Pic 1)
Step 2: crochet a SPS into last ST of Row 6 (Pic 2)
Step 3: SC into the same ST you created the SPS in, SC in next 7 STs, SPS, (SC in next 11 STs, SPS) x 2, SC in next 12 STs, SPS, (SC in next 11 STs, SPS) x 2, SC in next 8 STs, SPS in last ST (Pic 3) – push the puff stitches to the front so they stand out more
Step 4: SC into the side of each row, i.e. SC 5x into the side of the frill (Pic 4)
Step 5: FO and weave both yarn tails in (Pic 5 & 6)
And that’s how you crochet the triceratops frill directly onto the head of your Amigurumi! By working the frill in rows directly onto the head and finishing it with a simple edging, you’ll achieve a clean look that brings your little dinosaur to life. I hope you enjoyed following along and found this Amigurumi tutorial helpful.
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