Nogard the No-Sew Dragon Crochet Pattern | Premium Printable PDF
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Description
This is a PATTERN for crochet only, designed to help you make your very own No-Sew Nogard the Dragon!
All patterns are written in English, in US terms, using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.
This pattern is free as part of the 2026 “Nogard’s Missing Hoard” Treasure Hunt, April 6-20th!
www.hookedbykati.com/nogards-missing-hoard
This pattern is also available on Ravelry or Etsy.
Whether you are a confident beginner or an expert plushy artist, this pattern comes equipped with everything you need to succeed. When you are finished with your project you will have learned new and useful skills for your art form and created a beautiful piece to cherish.
You Need to Know: chains (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), increases and decreases, mattress stitch sewing. Be eager to learn and ready to have fun!
For a quick refresher of these basic skills, go to www.hookedbykati.com/basics
You Will Practice Easy Techniques:
How to make a 3-dimensional object in crochet
How to shape using increases and decreases
How to assemble amigurumi parts without sewing
How to embroider simple details on an amigurumi
Supplies
• Big Twist Vortex yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 329 yds/5.29 oz/150 g, Northern Lights (NORTH) or Rosebrush.
• Big Twist Value yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 380 yds/6 oz/170 g, Cream (CRM), 1 ball; Black (BLK), < 1 ball.
• F (3.75 mm) hook
• Two 12 mm black safety eyes
• Polyfil stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers (optional)
Measurements
6” tall x 6” in diameter
Gauge
9 sts x 9 rows in sc = 2” x 2”
Post comments and pictures on Instagram with the hashtag #hookedbykati, on the Facebook Page, or in the Epic Amigurumi and Crochet Inspiration Facebook Group.
You may sell products made by this pattern, but please link back to hookedbykati.com or credit Hooked By Kati on the craft fair tag. Do not copy this pattern for distribution or sale; that’s not nice and slightly illegal.
All my patterns come with unlimited help from me. If you run into a snag, drop me a line! I respond quickly and will help any way I can to clarify any confusion or challenging stitches.
A selection of free patterns, tutorials, and fun crochet articles can also be found at www.hookedbykati.com
Jessica (verified owner) –
Love this pattern! It’s so easy to follow and I adore the checklist!!
Brandy D. (verified owner) –
Nogard is fun and quick to do. It will be a pattern I will be reaching for again and again.
Clare Brady (verified owner) –
Not made yet, but the pattern looks well thought out and easy to follow.
Ellen L. (verified owner) –
karen Big (verified owner) –
The pattern is easy to follow and kati is great at getting back with your question and explains it so easy. I’m new to crotchet so love that I can make dragons without to much difficult… Thanks Katie…
Michele A. (verified owner) –
Nogard came out beautifully and I learned so many new techniques! Thank you!!
Deborah Stoker (verified owner) –
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Debby (verified owner) –
Great shop beautiful patterns 💛 loved it
Nancy (verified owner) –
Started this, easy to follow pattern, just need time to get back to!
Tammy D. (verified owner) –
The hunt was fun and easy to do
adera zanon (verified owner) –
Adorable little dragon!! I love your treasure hunts and patterns!
MoonFox (verified owner) –
SoulPepper –
Oh I do love these hunts, and little Nogard was so much fun to make! Kati’s patterns are amazing to follow, so clear, with a ton of extra information and detail – thank you so much!