Whether you're chilling with friends at the local hipster hangout or grabbing a flat white to-go, this stylish crochet dog is the perfect companion! Donning a trendy waistcoat and hat combo, he's got his own sense of style – you can tailor the clothes to suit your recipient by using different colours if you prefer. This crochet dog amigurumi pattern by Matt Spiers is fun and easy to follow, so if you love amigurumi, hook this cool hound today and make someone smile!
You will need
Drops Muskat DK (100% cotton, 100m/50g) or alternative DK yarn, 1 ball each in:
- Yarn A - White (shade 18)
- Yarn B - Black (shade 17)
- Yarn C - Medium Grey (shade 24)
- Yarn D - Denim Blue (shade 36)
- Yarn E - Dark Orange (shade 49)
- Yarn F - Light Orange (shade 51)
2.5mm (UK 12, US B/1 or C/2) hook
Sewing needle and invisible thread (or matching colour thread)
Measurements
Approx. 21cm (8in) tall
Tension
Tension is not important for this project
Abbreviations
You can find a full list of all abbreviations we use in our abbreviations and conversions guide. The free dog crochet pattern is written in UK terminology but you can easily convert it to US terms using the guide.
Free crochet dog amigurumi pattern
Head
Using Yarn A, make a crochet magic loop
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc into the magic loop. [6dc]
Round 2 2dc in each st around. [12dc]
Round 3 (dc in next st, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [18dc]
Round 4 (dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [24dc]
Round 5 (dc in next 3 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [30dc]
Rounds 6-14 Dc in each st around. [30dc]
Round 15 (dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog); rep 6 times. [24dc]
Round 16 (dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog); rep 6 times. [18dc]
Round 17 (dc in next st, dc2tog); rep 6 times. [12dc]
Ss into next st, fasten off and leave a long tail.
Muzzle
Using Yarn A, ch5.
Round 1 Dc in second ch from hook and in next 2 ch, 3dc in last ch, working in underside of chains just worked in, dc in next 2 ch, 2dc in next ch, ss in first dc to join. [10dc]
Round 2 Ss in next st, ch1 (does not count as st), dc in same st as ss, dc in next st, 2dc in next st, 2htr in next st, 2dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st, 2htr in next st, 2dc in next st, ss in first dc to join. [16dc]
Round 3 Ch1, dc in next 2 sts, (dc in next st, 2dc in next st); rep 3 times, dc2tog, (2dc in next st, dc in next st); rep 3 times, ss in first dc to join. [21dc]
Rounds 4-6 Ch1, dc in each st around, ss in first dc to join. [21dc]
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Nose
Using Yarn B, ch4.
Round 1 Dc in second ch from hook and in next ch, 3dc in last ch, working in underside of chains just worked in, dc in next ch, 2dc in next ch, ss in first dc to join. [8dc]
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Ear (make 2)
Using Yarn B, make a crochet magic loop
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc into the magic loop, ss in first dc to join. [6dc]
Round 2 2dc in each st around, ss in first dc to join, turn. [12dc]
Row 3 Ch2 (counts as htr), dc2tog twice, htr in next st, turn. [4sts]
Rows 4-5 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in each st, turn. [4dc]
Row 6 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc2tog twice, turn. [2dc]
Rows 7-8 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in each st, turn. [2dc]
Fasten off and leave a long tail.
Body
Using Yarn A, make a crochet magic loop
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc into the magic loop. [6dc]
Round 2 2dc in each st around. [12dc]
Round 3 (dc in next st, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [18dc]
Round 4 (dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [24dc]
Round 5 (dc in next 3 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [30dc]
Rounds 6-14 Dc in each st around.
Round 15 (dc in next 8 sts, dc2tog); rep 3 times. [27dc]
Round 16 Dc in each st around.
Round 17 (dc in next 7 sts, dc2tog); rep 3 times. [24dc]
Round 18 Dc in each st around.
Round 19 (dc in next 6 sts, dc2tog); rep 3 times. [21dc]
Round 20 Dc in each st around.
Round 21 (dc in next 5 sts, dc2tog); rep 3 times. [18dc]
Round 22 Dc in each st around.
Round 23 (dc in next 4 sts, dc2tog); rep 3 times. [15dc]
Round 24 (dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog); rep 3 times. [12dc]
Ss into next st, fasten off and leave a long tail.
Arms and legs (make 4)
Using Yarn B, make a crochet magic loop
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc into the magic loop, ss in first dc to join. [6dc]
Round 2 Ch1, (dc in next st, 2dc in next st); rep 3 times, ss in first dc to join, turn. [9dc]
Round 3 Ch1, dc in each st around, ss in first dc to join. [9dc]
Change to Yarn A.
Rounds 4-14 Ch1, dc in each st around, ss in first dc to join. [9dc]
Fasten off and leave a long tail.
Hat
Using Yarn C, make a crochet magic loop
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc into magic loop, ss in first dc to join. [6dc]
Round 2 Ch1, 2dc in each st around, ss in first dc to join. [12dc]
Round 3 Ch1, (dc in next st, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times, ss in first dc to join. [18dc]
Round 4 Ch1, (dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times, ss in first dc to join. [24dc]
Rounds 5-6 BLO Ch1, dc in each st around, ss in first dc to join. [24dc]
Round 7 FLO Ch1, (dc in next 3 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times, ss in first dc to join. [30dc]
Round 8 Ch1, (dc in next 4 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times, ss in first dc to join. [36dc]
Round 9 Ch1, (dc in next 5 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times, ss in first dc to join. [42dc]
Round 10 Ch1, (dc in next 6 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times, ss in first dc to join. [48dc]
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
If you fancy using your craft skills to spoil your very own pooch, then we've got some must-make projects for you! Keep it crochet with our free crochet dog coat pattern, or show off your sewing skills with our free dog bow tie pattern! Or go super-size and make them their own custom bed with our DIY dog bed tutorial!
Shorts
Bottom
Using Yarn D, make a crochet magic loop
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc into the magic loop. [6dc]
Round 2 2dc in each st around. [12dc]
Round 3 (dc in next st, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [18dc]
Round 4 (dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [24dc]
Round 5 (dc in next 3 sts, 2dc in next st); rep 6 times. [30dc]
Rounds 6-13 Dc in each st around.
Ss in next st and fasten off. Weave in end but leave beginning tail for assembly.
Legs (make 2)
Using Yarn D, ch15, join with ss in first ch to make a ring.
Rounds 1-7 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in each st around, ss in first dc to join. (15dc)
Fasten off and leave a long tail.
Shirt
Using Yarn E, ch16.
Row 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in next 5 sts, htr in next 5 sts, tr in next 5 sts, turn. [15sts]
Row 2 Ch3 (counts as tr), tr in next 4 sts, htr in next 5 sts, dc in next 5 sts, turn. [15sts]
Rows 3-10 Repeat rows 1 and 2.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Using length of Yarn F, randomly embroider 5-point stars on shirt.
To make up
Insert safety eyes into head and stuff. Insert a small amount of stuffing into muzzle, pin muzzle so the top is aligned to bottom 2/3 of head and sew to head using long tail left from muzzle. With invisible thread, sew nose to muzzle.
Using tail left at end of ears, sew ears to side of head, roughly in line with eyes.
Using tail, sew body to head. Take shorts bottom and use starting tail to attach to bottom of body. Use invisible thread to sew waistline of shorts bottom to body more securely.
Firmly stuff two of the legs, position on bottom of body and use tail to sew into place. Slide shorts legs over legs and sew into place using tails.
Pin shirt to top of body, leaving an opening in centre of chest of approx. 1cm. Use invisible thread to sew to both ends of shirt to the body.
Using the tail of two arms, fold the end of each arm so it is flat and sew opening together. Using invisible thread, sew each arm to side of body (you can also catch the top of your shirt with some of these stitches to fold it over, creating a collar effect.
Pin hat to head at an angle and sew into place using invisible thread.
Fancy some more makes featuring our furry friends? Then how about our free toy dog knitting patterns, or our how to make a sausage dog softie toy.
We hope you’ve enjoyed this free dog crochet pattern, why not make your crochet dog some amigurumi friends by checking out the Top 40 amigurumi crochet patterns. Don’t forget if you need any help with your crochet stitches you can always check out our crochet for beginners guide. And if you’re looking to treat yourself, check out our list of the best crochet hooks and the best crochet kits for beginners.
