Velvet Plush Puppy Dog Amigurumi Free Pattern – Cozy Crochet Creations
Get ready to embark on a heartwarming crochet adventure with our Velvet Plush Puppy Dog Amigurumi Free Pattern. Crafted for both amigurumi enthusiasts and dog lovers, this pattern allows you to create a lovable plush puppy that’s perfect for snuggling and showcasing your crafting skills. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting your crochet journey, our instructions are designed to make this project accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels. So, grab your crochet hook, some plush velvet yarn, and let’s bring this adorable puppy to life. This pattern is not just a creative endeavor; it’s a gift-worthy masterpiece for fellow dog enthusiasts. Let’s dive into the world of cozy crochet creations together!
Creating a dog took a little less than one skein of the main color and very little of the additional. When using a hook No. 4 and Himalaya Dolphin Baby or YarnArt Dolce yarn, the toy measures about 25 cm in height.
Materials Needed:
Plush yarn Himalaya Dolphin Baby or YarnArt Dolce
Hook 4.0 mm
Safety eyes 10 mm
Safety nose 12 mm
Cotton thread for embroidery and snout tightening
Needle
Scissors
Stitch marker
Toy stuffing
Abbreviations:
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
PATTERN
Spot on the Eye:
Crochet with an additional color:
1 Row: Ch 5, in the 2nd ch from the hook: inc, 2 sc, 3 sc in the last ch, turn, 3 sc = 10 sc
2 Row: 2 inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc, inc = 16 sc
Finish with a slip stitch, fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Head:
Crochet with the main color:
1 Row: Ch 2, in the 2nd ch from the hook: 6 sc = 6 sc
2 Row: 6 inc = 12 sc
3 Row: (1 sc, inc)*6 = 18 sc
4 Row: (2 sc, inc)*6 = 24 sc
5-6 Row: 24 sc
7 Row: 7 sc, 10 inc, 7 sc = 34 sc
8 Row: 34 sc
9 Row: 8 sc, inc, 2 sc, (1 sc, inc)*6, 2 sc, inc, 8 sc = 42 sc
10-14 Row: 42 sc
Place safety eyes between Rows 6 and 7, 5 stitches apart, and attach the nose between Rows 2 and 3.
15 Row: (5 sc, dec)*6 = 36 sc
16 Row: (4 sc, dec)*6 = 30 sc
17 Row: (3 sc, dec)*6 = 24 sc
Start stuffing the head.
18 Row: (2 sc, dec)*6 = 18 sc
19 Row: (1 sc, dec)*6 = 12 sc
20 Row: 6 dec = 6 sc
Stuff the head firmly, cinch the opening, fasten off, and hide the yarn tail.
Top Paws (2 pieces):
Crochet with the main color:
1 Row: Ch 2, in the 2nd ch from the hook: 6 sc = 6 sc
2 Row: 6 inc = 12 sc
3 Row: (3 sc, inc)*3 = 15 sc
4 Row: 15 sc
5 Row: (1 sc, dec)*5 = 10 sc
6 Row: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc = 9 sc
7-12 Row: 9 sc
Stuff only the palm of the paw. Fold in half and crochet 4 sc. Fasten off and hide the yarn tail.
Lower Paws (2 pieces):
Crochet with an additional color:
1 Row: Ch 2, in the 2nd ch from the hook: 6 sc = 6 sc
2 Row: 6 inc = 12 sc
3 Row: (1 sc, inc)*6 = 18 sc
4 Row: (5 sc, inc)*3 = 21 sc
5-6 Row: 21 sc
7 Row: 6 dec, 9 sc = 15 sc
8 Row: 3 dec, 9 sc = 12 sc
Crochet with the main color:
9-14 Row: 12 sc
Stuff only the bottom of the leg. Continue crocheting, joining 3 sc together to close the leg. Fasten off and hide the yarn tail. Crochet the second leg with the main color.
Body:
Crochet with the main color:
1 Row: Ch 2, in the 2nd ch from the hook: 6 sc = 6 sc
2 Row: 6 inc = 12 sc
3 Row: (1 sc, inc)*6 = 18 sc
4 Row: (2 sc, inc)*6 = 24 sc
5 Row: (3 sc, inc)*6 = 30 sc
6 Row: (4 sc, inc)*6 = 36 sc
7 Row: (5 sc, inc)*6 = 42 sc
8 Row: 42 sc
9 Row: In this row, attach the legs: 7 sc, 6 sc together with the first leg, 15 sc, 6 sc together with the second leg, 8 sc
10-11 Row: 42 sc
12 Row: (5 sc, dec)*6 = 36 sc
13 Row: (4 sc, dec)*6 = 30 sc
14-15 Row: 30 sc
16 Row: (3 sc, dec)*6 = 24 sc
17-18 Row: 24 sc
19 Row: (2 sc, dec)*6 = 18 sc
20 Row: In this row, attach the ears: 3 sc, 4 sc together with the first ear, 5 sc, 4 sc together with the second ear, 2 sc
Finish with a slip stitch, fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Stuff the body tightly.
Tail:
Attach a piece of yarn in the middle between the legs. Crochet a chain of 8 ch, sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and sc in the next 7 ch. Fasten off and hide the yarn tail.
Ears (2 pieces):
Crochet with an additional color:
1 Row: Ch 2, in the 2nd ch from the hook: 6 sc = 6 sc
2 Row: 6 inc = 12 sc
3 Row: (1 sc, inc)*6 = 18 sc
4 Row: 18 sc
5 Row: (2 sc, inc)*6 = 24 sc
In the 8th row, switch to the main color.
6-8 Row: 24 sc
9 Row: (2 sc, dec)*6 = 18 sc
10-11 Row: 18 sc
12 Row: (1 sc, dec)*6 = 12 sc
13-17 Row: 12 sc
Fold the ear in half and crochet 6 sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly and Decoration:
Tighten the eyes: Insert the needle with black thread into a black point, pull it out in a green point, then insert it into a red point, pull it out in a yellow point, insert it into a blue point, pull it out in a black point. Pull the thread tightly to create deep-set eyes, fasten off, and hide the thread.
Embroider the snout and eyebrows.
Attach the ears to the head and sew it to the body.
Your crochet plush puppy is ready!
