Archaeopteryx Tapestry Crochet Pattern: Dinosaur Wall Hanging (PDF Pattern)

**THIS IS A DIGITAL PATTERN, NOT A FINISHED WALL HANGING**

Inspired by the famous Berlin Archaeopteryx specimen, this crochet pattern lets you bring to life one of the most important fossil discoveries in all of paleontology! Whether you make it for yourself or as a gift, it's a unique piece of home décor that showcases a special fossil from the history of life on earth!

Archaeopteryx was a theropod dinosaur that roamed the tropical islands and calm lagoons of ancient Europe 145 million years ago. While small(only growing to ~1.5 feet long), it's impact on paleontology was massive-- Archaeopteryx was a transitional species between reptiles and birds. It had a blend of traits, being reptile-like with it's claws, bony tail, and teeth while also having feathers and wings like the birds of today. The landmark discovery of Archaeopteryx not only helped us understand the evolution of birds, but furthered our understanding of evolution itself. Its striking form and delicate fossilized feathers are preserved in stunning detail in the Solnhofen Limestone of Germany (and on this wall tapestry!).

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What you get:
--Written PDF pattern which includes pattern tips, yarn recommendations, and hanging instructions
--Print-friendly version of the PDF pattern perfect for keeping in your project bag
--Tapestry crochet graph in PDF and PNG formats
--Direct line of communication for any questions!
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Pattern Difficulty: Intermediate. This pattern uses basic stitches, but has a lot of color changes and involves some tricky yarn management. I include a link to a tutorial on tapestry crochet, but just be aware that this would be a challenging project with which to learn this technique.
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Finished size: 12.5" x 14"
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Yarn required (all worsted weight):
Tan: Approx. 112 yards
Brown: Approx. 20 yards
Yellow: Approx. 12 yards
Off White/Cream: Approx. 90 yards

Tools required:
--US H/5 mm crochet hook
--Tapestry needle
--14” long wood dowel or stick of similar size
--Stitch markers or stitch marker substitute (optional but recommended)
--Spools or scrap cardboard for wrapping bobbins (optional but recommended)
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Note: This pattern is for personal use only. Unauthorized video tutorials or translations are not allowed. Products made from this pattern should not be sold without prior authorization. Please reach out if you are interested in commercial licensing for this design.