Perry the Puppy – Free Crochet Pattern

Another addition to my collection of baby toy amigurumi, this crochet puppy works up super quickly and is a fun beginner project! This pattern is worked from the head down, and the ears and snout are sewn on.

I would classify this crochet puppy as “advanced beginner”. It would be helpful to have had some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.

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Free Crochet Pattern for Perry the Puppy

Abbreviations

st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
SC = single crochet
SC2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together (invisible decrease is recommended)

Special Stitches

SC2tog (using invisible decrease method): Insert hook into front loop of the first stitch. Insert hook into front loop of second stitch. Yarn over. Draw through the first two loops on hook. Yarn over. Draw through both loops on hook.

Notes

• Checking your gauge is not required for this pattern. Use a hook that is smaller than the size recommended for your yarn weight. This will ensure that your stuffing will not show through the stitches.
• All pieces are worked in the round. Use a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
• Invisible decreases are recommended. Please see “Special Stitches”.
• Safety eyes and noses pose a choking risk for babies; therefore, if making this toy for a baby, I recommend using yarn, felt, or embroidered details.
• Body, legs, and snout require stuffing. Stuff each piece as you work to ensure the piece is completely filled. Do not add stuffing to the ears. 
• See tutorial photos.

Pattern

Using 4.0mm (G) hook:

Head/Body

Using color A (shown as light blue):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *1 SC in each of the next 3 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R4: 1 SC in each of the next 5 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 7 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. (22 sts)

R5: 1 SC in next st, 2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts, 2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. (28 sts)

R6: 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 5 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts, 1 SC in each of the next 6 sts, 2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 5 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts. 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. (34 sts)

R7: 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts [2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 7 sts, 2 SC in each of the next 2 sts], 1 SC in each of the next 7 sts. Repeat [ ] once. 1 SC in each of the next 5 sts. (40 sts)

R8-18: 1 SC in each st around. (40 sts)

Do not fasten off. Begin first leg.

First Leg

R19: 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Place a stitch marker in the next st (for reference with second leg). Skip the next 20 sts and 1 SC in the 21st st from hook (working across the opening of head to create first leg). 1 SC in each of the remaining 16 sts to beginning. (20 sts)

R20-25: 1 SC in each st around. (20 sts)

R26: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 8 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R27: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st, Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R28: *SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand. Weave yarn in and out of remaining sts. Pull tight to close. Tie off and weave in ends.

Fill first leg and body with stuffing.

Second Leg

R19: Beginning in the st of the body with the st marker, work 1 SC in each st around to beginning. (20 sts)

R20-25: 1 SC in each st around. (20 sts)

R26: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 8 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Fill leg with stuffing.

R27: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st, Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R28: *SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand. Weave yarn in and out of remaining sts. Pull tight to close. Tie off and weave in ends.

Sew the open space between the two legs.

Ears (make 2)

Using color A (shown as light blue):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R4: 1 SC in each st around. (18 sts)

R5: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (24 sts)

R6-9: 1 SC in each st around. (24 sts)

R10: 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts, SC2tog. Repeat around. (18 sts)

R11: 1 SC in each st around. (18 sts)

R12: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R13-15: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R16: Fold the ear closed. Working through both sides, 1 SC in each st across, leaving 1 unworked st on each side. See tutorial photos. (5 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand for sewing. Fasten off.

Snout

Using color A (shown as light blue):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R4-5: 1 SC in each st around. (18 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand for sewing. Fasten off.

Assembly & Finishing

See tutorial photos.

Attach ears to either side of the top of the head over R5-6.

Attach snout to the front of the face, between R10-15, adding stuffing before it is attached entirely.

Using color B (blue), embroider a nose between R3 and R4, over 3-4 sts. Embroider a line down from the nose to the center of the magic ring made in R1.

Embroider eyes on either side of the snout over R8-9 by first wrapping black yarn around R8-9. Next, embroider a white outline on the outside of each black eye. Then, using black yarn, embroider a black line from the top inside of the eye out about 2 sts to the outer end of the eye.

I hope you enjoyed this free crochet puppy pattern!

Ad-Free PDF Pattern for Perry the Puppy

Tips & Tricks

• When assembling this crochet puppy, use pins to hold your pieces in place as you sew.
• When working the continuous rounds of this crochet puppy, use a stitch marker to indicate the first stitch of each round.
• For more tips on improving your amigurumi, check out my list of amigurumi tips and tricks.

Alterations

• For a much larger crochet puppy, use a thicker plush yarn like Parfait Chunky and a comparable hook size.
• Customize the colors of this amigurumi puppy pattern to match your favorite dog!

More Free Amigurumi Crochet Patterns

I hope you enjoyed this free crochet puppy pattern! Be sure to check out my other free amigurumi patterns. You may enjoy Harper the Bear, another baby toy in this style. Or check out my free lovey crochet patterns.