Bring yourself into the charming crochet world with this beginner-friendly amigurumi dog pattern. With a detailed step-by-step tutorial, create your lovable crochet dog named Domino. From its cute muzzle to the unique eye patch, Domino promises to be a delightful project for crochet enthusiasts of all levels.
Here is the step-by-step guide for making Domino Crochet Dog
Materials Needed:
- Worsted weight yarn
- E (3.5 mm) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Embroidery floss and needle (for the eye patch)
- Felt or fleece material (for the eye patch and muzzle)
- Fabric glue
- 24 mm safety nose (or 21 mm as an alternative)
- 6 mm safety eyes
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Polyfill stuffing
Head:
- Magic Circle: Start with a magic circle with 6 single crochets (sc).
- Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total).
- Round 3: [Increase, 1 sc] Repeat around (18 stitches).
- Future Rounds: Continue following the pattern of increases specified in the instructions up to Round 17. Rounds involve a series of increases that gradually expand the circle.
- Rounds 12 to 17: Straight sc around without increases to elongate the head part.
- Eyes and Muzzle Placement: Place the safety eyes between Rounds 15 and 16, leaving a 5-stitch gap. Add the felt muzzle and eye patch per the instructions for shape cutting and attachment.
Body:
- Magic Circle Start: Begin with a magic circle of 6 sc.
- Increasing Rounds: Similar to the head, increase progressively in each round until the body begins to form. Follow the pattern increases until Round 8.
- Straight Rounds: Sc around for Rounds 9 to 12 to elongate the body section.
- Decreasing Rounds: Start decreasing as instructed to taper the body towards its end. Continue decreasing until Round 16.
- Stuffing: Stuff the body before closing.
Ears (Make 2):
- Begin with a magic circle of 5 sc.
- Follow the increase pattern to gradually expand the ear shape through continuous rounds until you hit the desired size of 40 stitches.
- Straight sc for Rounds 9 to 11 without increasing.
- Begin decreasing rounds to taper off the ear shape. Complete as instructed up to Round 22.
Assembly:
- Muzzle and Eye Patch: Attach the felt muzzle and eye patch to the head using fabric glue. Make sure to position them correctly before the glue sets.
- Sewing Parts Together: Use a yarn needle to sew the ears to the head, then attach the head to the body.
- Final Touches: Add any final touches, like embroidering the eye patch, if necessary, and ensure all parts are securely attached.
Additional Notes:
- Remember to count your stitches carefully for each round to ensure the correctness of the shape.
- The video explains techniques such as the magic circle, invisible decrease, and attaching safety eyes/noses. It's beneficial for beginners.
This pattern is designed to be simple and accessible for beginners, offering a satisfying project for crafters of any level wishing to create a cute amigurumi dog.
Please refer to this video tutorial if you require more detailed instructions on this pattern.
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