Known affectionately as a horny toad, the Texas horned lizard was once a common site on playgrounds and in parks in the southwestern United States. They are scarce now, but you can crochet your own Texas Horny Toad using worsted weight yarn. This pattern could also used to make a dinosaur using green or camouflage yarn. Use the same pattern with jumbo yarn to make a horny toad cushion measuring approximately 33" long. Material list for both weights of yarn are included in pattern.

Updated pattern with even more photos and YouTube links. For more detailed instructions on how to make the horn, see video at https://youtu.be/A9_C-1T85Zc

Skill level: Intermediate

Finished item measures approximately 15" long by 5-1/2 " tall by 8" wide.

Materials you will need:
5 oz. Red Heart Super Saver gray
Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
2 black plastic eyes 10 mm