Free Crochet Masterclass: Dog by Anastasia Kirsanova (@nаnsуοοрs)
In this masterclass, you will learn how to crochet a cute little dog using a crochet hook. The pattern is designed for any fine, fluffy yarn and an appropriate crochet hook. You can decorate your dog with a ribbon and a bone-shaped button for extra charm.
The finished size is small, making it the perfect project for a fun, quick crochet creation!
Materials and Tools
- Yarn: Any thin, fluffy yarn suitable for amigurumi
- Crochet Hook: Appropriate size for your yarn
- Embroidery Thread: For stitching the face and paws
- Safety Eyes: For the dog’s eyes
- Safety Nose: For the dog’s nose
- Toy Stuffing: For filling the toy
- Decorations: Optional ribbon and bone-shaped button
- Needle: For sewing
- Scissors: For trimming yarn
Abbreviations
- KA – Magic ring
- ch – Chain stitch
- sc – Single crochet
- dc – Double crochet
- inc – Increase
- dec – Decrease
- (…) x n – Repeat n times
Crochet Pattern for the Dog
Head
- Round 1: 6 sc in KA (6)
- Round 2: 6 inc (12)
- Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6 times (18)
- Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 times (24)
- Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 times (30)
6-9. 30 sc (4 rounds) - Round 10: (3 sc, dec) x 6 times (24)
- Round 11: (2 sc, dec) x 6 times (18)
- Round 12: (sc, dec) x 6 times (12)
- Round 13: (2 sc, dec) x 3 times (9)
At this point, insert the safety eyes if you’re using them with washers. Stuff the head carefully, making sure the eyes are positioned evenly and don’t look crooked.