How to Crochet a Sisu Amigurumi for Little Ones

In this post, you will find a tutorial on how to crochet a Sisu amigurumi, which is inspired by a dragon character in "Raya and the Last Dragon." The designer of this pattern has focused on even the minor details, especially in the eyes, mane and overall body shape.

Therefore, you can bring almost the same Sisu plushie in life as we see in the movie. This project is beginner-friendly, with clear step-by-step instructions and can result in a cherished gift for a Disney fan.

The complete guide will be available in video format at the end of this post. To learn more about this crochet Sisu amigurumi follow through with us.

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Skills Needed: Magic ring, working with single and double crochet stitches, increasing and decreasing for Sisus parts. The verbal instructions are in Spanish. Following through with the instructions will be difficult for English readers.

So, make sure to keep the subtitles on and auto-translate to English. You can also check the term details at the end. Some sewing, working with the fleece and yarn needle is also necessary.

Guide Span: 36 Minutes

Personalization Tips: You can use alternative colours like purple shades to get another type of dragon from the movie.

Crochet Sisu Tutorial

Follow through with the step-by-step Sisu amigurumi tutorial to crochet the perfect companion for your little one. The tutorial is quick but full of tips. Here is a quick overview of the tutorial:

Starting the Head: Begin with a magic ring of six single crochet stitches.
Forming the Body: Use a similar process, starting with six single crochet stitches in a magic ring. Increase as needed, alternating rows without increases for length and body contour.
Adding Features and Details: For facial details like eyes, choose between embroidering, sewing on fabric, or using safety eyes.
Create the crest along the back with 60 chains, adding crochet stitches in varying heights to create texture.
Building Limbs and Tail: Crochet legs in rounds, starting from a small magic ring and adjusting for size with increases and decreases.
The tail can be enhanced with a wire for flexibility, adding crocheted scales or details at the end.
Final Assembly: Attach each part (head, body, limbs) securely with a needle and thread. Sew on the crest, tail, and other features to give the dragon its characteristic shape.
Optional Finishing Touches: Use a comb or fine brush to soften the yarn used for hair, creating a fuller look. For expressive details, embroider facial features or use fabric markers.

Supplies Needed

Following are the supplies used in the crochet Sisu amigurumi tutorial:

Semi-thick cotton yarn in light blue for the body
Blue yarn for details like the crest and tail
Optional colours for eyes and facial details
Crochet hook Suitable for the yarn thickness (usually around 3-4 mm)
Stitch Markers
Needle and Thread
Non-fraying White Fabric (like modal or cotton) for the eyes.
Permanent Marker: To color the eyes if using fabric
Stuffing Material:
Optional Wire: To insert into the tail if you want it to be bendable
Scissors and Embroidery Needle

Terms used and meanings:

Anillo mágico - Magic ring
Punto bajo - Single crochet
Aumento - Increase (adding stitches)
Disminución - Decrease (reducing stitches)
Punto medio - Half double crochet
Punto alto - Double crochet
Ganchito - Stitch marker
Hilo y aguja - Thread and needle
Tejer sin aumentos - Crochet without increases (crochet straight without changing stitch count)
Cadenas - Chains
Rellenar - Stuff or fill
Vuelta - Round