Make an Adorable Crochet Squishable Dog — Free Amigurumi Pattern (20 cm)

Create this adorable crochet squishable dog with an easy-to-follow amigurumi pattern. The finished toy measures about 20 cm (7.9 in) tall and makes a great gift or shelf companion. This pattern uses U.S. crochet abbreviations and is best for crocheters comfortable with basic amigurumi techniques (magic ring, single crochet, increases and decreases).

Materials needed: 4 mm and 3 mm hooks, a little white felt, stuffing, and yarn in brown, white and black.

The Crochet Squishable Dog is an adorable and cuddly companion perfect for snuggling with on lazy afternoons or displaying proudly on a shelf. With its fluffy yarn texture and detailed craftsmanship, this squishable dog brings a touch of whimsy and warmth to any space. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter looking for a fun project or simply looking to add some cuteness to your decor, this delightful creation is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you see it.

Finished Crochet Squishable Dog — about 20 cm tall, ready to cuddle or display.

We'll need: 4 mm and 3 mm hook, a little white felt, stuffing and yarn: brown, white and black. The Squishable dog is going to measure 20 cm / 7,9 inches tall.

ABBREVIATIONS (U.S.):

• R: Round
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• inc: increase
• dec: decrease
• ch: chain
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• mr: magic ring
• **: repeat to the end of round
• [...] total stitches at the end of round

BODY:

With 4 mm hook.

R1: 6 sc in mr

R2: *sc inc* [12]

R3: *1 sc, sc inc* [18]

R4: *2 sc, sc inc* [24]

R5: *3 sc, sc inc* [30]

R6: *4 sc, sc inc* [36]

R7: *5 sc, sc inc* [42]

R8: *6 sc, sc inc* [48]

R9: *7 sc, sc inc* [54]

R10: *8 sc, sc inc* [60]

R11: *9 sc, sc inc* [66]

R12: *10 sc, sc inc* [72]

R13-26: 72 sc [72]

R27: *10 sc, sc dec* [66]

R28: *9 sc, sc dec* [60]

R29: *8 sc, sc dec* [54]

R30: *7 sc, sc dec* [48]

R31: *6 sc, sc dec* [42]

R32: *5 sc, sc dec* [36]

R33: *4 sc, sc dec* [30]

R34: *3 sc, sc dec* [24]

R35: *2 sc, sc dec* [18]

R36: *1 sc, sc dec* [12]

R37: *sc dec* [6]

Close.

Body piece: crocheted cylindrical body before final stuffing and assembly.

FRONT LEGS:

With 4 mm hook.
Make two.

R1: 6 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [12]
R3: 12 sc [12]
R4: *4 sc, sc dec* [10]
R5: 10 sc [10]
R6: *3 sc, sc dec* [8]
R7: *2 sc, sc dec* [6]

Leave long tail to sew to body.

Front legs: make two identical pieces and leave tails for sewing to the body.

BACK LEGS:

With 4 mm hook.
Make two.

R1: 6 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [12]
R3: *3 sc, sc inc* [15]
R4: 15 sc [15]
R5: 4 sc, 3 sc dec, 5 sc [12]
R7: 12 sc [12]
R8: *2 sc, sc dec* [9]
R9: 9 sc [9]

Leave long tail to sew to body.

Back legs: shaped to provide a sitting posture; leave long tails to attach to the body.

EARS:

With 4 mm hook.
Make two.

R1: 7 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [14]
R3: *1 sc, sc inc* [21]
R4: 9 sc, hdc inc, 1 dc, hdc inc, 9 sc [23]

Leave long tail to sew to body.

SNOUT:

With 3 mm hook.

R1: 7 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [14]
R3: *1 sc, sc inc* [21]
R4-5: 21 sc [21]

Leave long tail to sew to body.

NOSE:

With 3 mm hook.

In a magic ring: 2 ch, 1 dc, 2 hdc, 1 dc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, 1 ch, 1 sl st through the center of the ring.

Close.
Leave long tail to sew to snout.

Eyes and facial details: crochet eye pieces and glue small white felt circles for highlights.

EYES:

With 3 mm hook.
Make two.

R1: 5 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [10]

Leave long tail to sew to body.
Glue on two little circles made of white felt on to the eyes to make them more lively.

TONGUE:

With 3 mm hook.

4 ch
R1: 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc [4]

JOINING:

Sew the eyes between R14-16.
Sew the nose onto the snout and the snout between R17-22, the tongue just below the snout.
Sew ears between R7-8.
Sew the front legs between R19-20 and back legs between R31-32.