Now, when autumn has long arrived outside the window,evenings usually take place at home, somewhere near the sofa in the living room and table in the kitchen. We advise you to change the traditions and do something interesting. For example, read this article on how to crochet a dog, and then make a wonderful toy that will delight you and your loved ones.
To help nature
Since our crocheted dogs willsmall size, it is not worth buying for them new skeins of yarn. Such knitted toys are convenient because they consist of a huge amount of scraps that have nowhere to put, but it is definitely a pity to throw it away.
Therefore, a crocheted dog whose schemewill be discussed further, will be made of all the pieces of yarn that you have previously accumulated. Thus, we will not only get rid of unnecessary waste, but also support the Year of Ecology in Russia, because this topic primarily affects us.
Infinity lists
Of course, to crochet a dog, a pattern andthe description of which will be discussed later, you need to prepare all the tools and materials. All of them you can find in any store for creativity or needlework.
- Hook.It should be chosen according to the size of your yarn, which will be discussed a little later. In addition, when buying such an important part in knitting, like a hook, pay great attention to fastening the handle and base. It is in this place that fast failures occur, which subsequently interfere with work. In addition, the process of crocheting should not bring any discomfort to your hand, much less to leave prints on it.
- Yarn. You can learn more about it in more detail.
- Buttons and decorative elements. They will be needed to create a dog's face. It is best to choose options on a hidden mount that will not be visible on the front of the toy.
- Filler.His choice is also yours, but it should be borne in mind that a crocheted dog, the scheme of which will be considered later, should remain soft even after washing, dry quickly and be easily cleaned from dirt.
Soft start
Crocheted dog whose description you areyou can find further, it will not be soft if it is made of hard and prickly threads. Therefore, it is worth a responsible approach to the choice of yarn, especially if you plan to continue to donate or give the toy to young children.
They, as owners of sensitive palms, are easierUnderstand this need for soft yarn. After all, only a soft toy, in essence, will attract people, forcing them to touch the pleasant knitted row again and again. Also, pay attention to the colors. They should not be sad and unsightly. Prefer bright shades that will lift your mood with its richness and cheerfulness. As we have said, the use of old hanks is only welcome!
Secret signs
Before crocheting a dog, you need toget acquainted with the terms. If you are a skillful knitter, who already has years of practice behind her back, then this acquaintance will probably not surprise you. But for beginners only, the information below will not be superfluous.
- SBN is a single crochet and the basis of anycrocheted products. Usually in toys do not use loops of another kind, since these are the most suitable. They fit snugly to each other, thereby creating a single web through which the filler will not emerge. In addition, the toy will be durable.
- KA - Amigurumi ring. It is also often used in the manufacture of small toys, where you just need to do everything carefully.
- PR - surplus loop.
- UB - reverse upper, down loop.
How to crochet a dog: description of the process, details of work
It's time to proceed directly to the process of making toys. All actions will be discussed in detail so that this lesson is useful for knitting fans of any level.
- Let's start with the body:we collect 6 columns without nakida (SBN) in the ring amigurumi (KA). In the second row in each column we knit two columns without crochet (SCN), thereby making an increase and getting 12 loops in the end.
- In the next row, an increase is made every secondloop, in the end it turns out 16 ready-made columns. Next, we continue on the same principle, but we are already doing an increase in every third column without a quilt (RLS). At the end of the row we get 24 loops.
- Next, change the color of the thread continue to knit, makingincrease every fourth column without nakida (sc). The result should be 30 loops. At the moment, the body has reached its widest point and is going to decrease. Every fourth loop needs to be done. At the moment, it is also worth stuffing the calf, carefully distributing the synthetic winterizer or any other filler.
- Having received at the end of a row 24 columns without nakida,we continue to make a decrease of every third loop, and in the next row we need to reduce the loops of every other loop. When in the end there are only 6 columns without a nakid, reduce them all, fasten the thread and cut it shorter.
Head and two ears
How to tie a dog's head and ears? Pretty simple, follow the instructions.
Knitting again begins on the basis of the body of the toy:an amigurumi ring is made and it is recruited with 6 single crochets (sc). In the next row, the increment is made every second column, then in every third, and then in every fourth column without quiche (sc).
In the sixth row, the increase must be made in eachfifth column, and in the seventh - every sixth column without nakida (sc). At the end of this row there should be 42 columns, which we will knit up to the 14th row.
Between the 14th and 15th rows, you need to place the eyes of our dog, leaving 5-6 columns without crochet (SCN) between them. In the fifteenth row, every sixth loop must be reduced: 36 loops at the end of the row.
Mustache, paws and tail
Now we will bind the remaining elements of our toy: ears, paws and a muzzle. All of them fit in with the general principle, like the head and the body, and begin with an amigurumi ring.
We knit dog ears, like head, right up tothe third row, when it turns out 18 loops, which are repeated three more rows. Then we make a decrease every five loops, we get 15 columns without a single crochet and knit again three rows.
When in the next row you diminish every fourth loop, knit two more rows. At the end we cut the thread, fold the eyelet in half and sew its open part with the remnants of the thread.
We create a muzzle from the usual amigurumi ring and surplus loops, thanks to which we get a flat circle, from which we need to leave the thread for further firmware.
Knit four legs on the same principle.We start again with the amigurumi ring with six columns without crochet (sc). Next, in the second row, we increase each second loop, and then every third. We knit these 12 columns, and in the next row we make a decrease of every third column.
We change the thread, and then we knit it in this way.seven rows. We fill the legs very tightly so that they hold the form, fold their beginning in half and sew with a thread of yarn. We cut the thread and fill it in the product.
Together
Now that we have several different parts, we will tell you how to tie the dog to the end. If you pay attention to the structure of the connected body, then it somehow reminds us of a hexagon.
So, the sides take paws, and the bottomremain free. We sew the head to the upper sides, slightly shifting the center so that the face of the dog looks exactly up. Speaking of the head, we also sew a muzzle and ears to it to complete the look of the toy. Do not forget to attach the tail.
Now that the dog is ready, you can safely give it to friends and family, as the fashion for soft toys will never pass!
