Instructions
Towel Body
0/5Notes
- •The body is worked flat. Ch 2 does not count as a stitch.
Foundation: ch 103 loosely for the square towel body.
Row 1: hdc in 3rd ch from hook and in each chain across—101 hdc.
Rows 2–75: ch 2, turn; hdc in each stitch across—101 hdc.
Do not fasten off. Ch 1 and work sc evenly around all four sides, placing 3 sc in each corner; join with sl st.
Border Round 2: ch 1, sc in each stitch around with 3 sc in each corner center stitch; join and fasten off.
Hood
0/4Notes
- •The hood is worked as one rectangle and folded.
Ch 47. Row 1: hdc in 3rd ch from hook and across—45 hdc.
Rows 2–28: ch 2, turn; hdc in each stitch across—45 hdc.
Fold the rectangle in half with right sides together; slip stitch through both layers along one 10 in (25.5 cm) edge to form the crown seam.
Turn right side out. Work one round of sc evenly around the face opening; join and fasten off.
Dinosaur Spikes
0/5Notes
- •Make seven spikes in the contrast color.
Ch 7. Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across—6 sc.
Row 2: ch 1, turn; sc2tog, sc in next 2, sc2tog—4 sc.
Row 3: ch 1, turn; sc2tog twice—2 sc.
Row 4: ch 1, turn; sc2tog—1 sc. Fasten off with a long sewing tail.
Fold each triangle lightly and sew the base securely along the hood crown seam, spacing the seven spikes evenly.
Dinosaur Face
0/3Notes
- •Embroider the face so no hard pieces can detach.
With white yarn, embroider two oval eye patches centered on the hood front between Rows 8 and 14.
With black yarn, embroider a pupil in each eye patch and two small nostrils below.
Weave all face tails through the wrong side in two directions and check that no long loops remain.
Attach Hood and Finish
0/3Notes
- •Center the hood over one towel corner with the face opening pointing toward the towel center.
Pin the lower hood edge across the selected towel corner, matching the hood center seam to the corner point.
Whipstitch through both layers across the entire hood base; sew back across the seam a second time for reinforcement.
Wash and dry the towel, reshape the hood, and inspect every spike and seam before use.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Crochet Dinosaur Hooded Towel for Kids good for beginners?+
Crochet Dinosaur Hooded Towel for Kids is marked intermediate, so it is better after you have finished a few crochet patterns for beginners. Read the full instructions first and check each shaping or assembly note before starting.
What yarn weight do I need for Crochet Dinosaur Hooded Towel for Kids?+
This pattern lists Worsted (4) cotton. If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Crochet Dinosaur Hooded Towel for Kids take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 14–18 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is 15 hdc and 11 rows = 4 in (10 cm).. Use the listed hook size, 5.0 mm (H-8), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
Can I print Crochet Dinosaur Hooded Towel for Kids?+
Yes. Use the Print button near the top of the post for a cleaner pattern view that hides interactive extras and navigation.
