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Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern

Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern

This unique reversible dog amigurumi pattern offers four adorable breed options that sit in a charming pose with their little paws in front. Each dog measures about 6 cm tall when using 4-ply cotton yarn and a 2.0mm hook. The pattern includes detailed color-changing techniques for breed-specific markings like the Beagle's tri-color coat, Dalmatian's iconic spots, Pug's distinctive facial features, and Shiba Inu's beautiful tan and cream coloring.

Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Working in continuous spiral rounds, you'll create each component separately before assembling them into an expressive little companion. The pattern includes special techniques like bobble stitches for paw pads, surface slip stitches for decorative collars, and detailed embroidery instructions for facial features.

Why You'll Love This Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how these little dog amigurumi sit so perfectly on their own, making them ideal display pieces or desk companions. The reversible option is incredibly clever, allowing you to flip between two different dog breeds in one toy. I appreciate how the pattern teaches advanced beginner techniques like color changes and surface embroidery while still being achievable. The size is perfect for quick projects that pack a lot of personality, and the breed variations mean you can create an entire collection of different dogs using the same basic construction method.

Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color variations for these adorable dog patterns! While the pattern specifies breed-accurate colors, you could create fantasy versions in pastels, rainbow hues, or even match your own pet's coloring. The Beagle pattern would look stunning in all grey tones for a Schnauzer look, or in cream and brown for a Corgi-inspired version.

Consider adding accessories to personalize your dogs even further. A tiny crocheted bow, a miniature bandana, or even a small crocheted bone toy would add extra charm. You could embroider your pet's name on the collar using surface crochet or embroidery floss.

For the reversible version, try pairing contrasting breeds like the all-white Dalmatian with the brown Beagle for maximum visual impact when flipped. Or create a "day and night" theme with lighter and darker colored breeds.

The base pattern could be adapted for other small dog breeds too. Adjust the ear shape for a Chihuahua, add spots in different arrangements for an Australian Cattle Dog, or modify the muzzle shape slightly for a French Bulldog. The sitting pose works beautifully for almost any small breed.

If you're making these as gifts, consider creating a whole pack of different breeds representing the recipient's pets or favorite dogs. Display them on a shelf where they can be a rotating cast of adorable characters!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to leave a long starting tail when making reversible amigurumi, which is essential for joining the two dogs together securely ✗ Working stitches too tightly during color changes, causing the fabric to pucker and lose its stretchability for the reversible feature ✗ Not using stitch markers to track round beginnings, leading to misalignment of color patterns and facial feature placement ✗ Stuffing the body too firmly before completing assembly, making it difficult to attach limbs and creating an unbalanced sitting position ✗ Skipping the invisible decrease technique for a cleaner finish, resulting in visible holes especially around facial features and decreasing rounds ✗ Not working through back loops only when instructed, missing the distinctive ridge effect for collar details and color transitions

Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern

Create adorable sitting dog amigurumi friends with this detailed pattern collection featuring four popular breeds: Beagle, Dalmatian, Pug, and Shiba Inu. Each compact companion sits approximately 6 cm tall and can be made as a single plushie or joined together to create an innovative reversible toy. These charming crochet dogs feature expressive embroidered faces, distinctive breed characteristics, and sweet little paws that will melt your heart.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Reversible Dog Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    4-ply cotton blend yarn in brown, white, peach/tan, black, yellow/blue/orange/red (colors vary by dog breed)
  • 02
    For Beagle: brown, white, peach, black, yellow yarn
  • 03
    For Dalmatian: white, black, blue, peach, red yarn
  • 04
    For Pug: light beige, dark brown, orange, peach, black yarn
  • 05
    For Shiba Inu: light brown, light beige, peach, red, black yarn

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.0mm crochet hook or size suitable for yarn used
  • 02
    Tapestry needle
  • 03
    Embroidery needle
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    Fiberfill for stuffing
  • 05
    Scissors
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    Stitch markers or piece of yarn for marking rounds
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    Cardboard or rigid plastic circle for base (if making single toy)
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    Long yarn tails approximately 50cm for reversible version

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— Head and Body :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc]x6 (18)

Round 4 :

[sc, inc, sc]x6 (24)

Round 5 :

[3sc, inc]x6 (30)

Round 6 :

[2sc, inc, 2sc]x6 (36)

Round 7 :

[5sc, inc]x6 (42)

Round 8 :

42sc (42)

Round 9 :

[3sc, inc, 3sc]x6 (48)

Round 10-13 :

48sc for 4 rounds (48)

Round 14 :

[7sc, inc]x6 (54)

Info :

Starting from R15, color changes begin. For Beagle: use brown, white, and black. For Dalmatian: remain white. For Pug: remain light beige. For Shiba Inu: use light brown and light beige. Cut and start new yarn for each color change.

Round 15 :

BLO 54sc (54) - work in back loops only for color transition ridge

Round 16-19 :

54sc for 4 rounds with breed-specific color patterns (54)

Round 20 :

[4sc, inc, 4sc]x6 (60)

Round 21-22 :

60sc for 2 rounds (60)

Info :

Fasten off, cut yarn and do invisible finish. For reversible version, leave 50cm tail. For single toy, leave short tail.

Collar Detail :

Hold body upside down. With collar color yarn (yellow/blue/orange/red), make loop between R14-15 above front loops of R14, then make surface slip stitches around

— Ears (make 2) :

Info :

Beagle, Dalmatian, Shiba Inu ears are worked in rounds. Pug ears are worked in rows. Follow breed-specific instructions.

For Round-Style Ears :

Round 1: 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2-5 :

Follow breed-specific increase pattern with color changes where applicable

For Pug Ears (worked in rows) :

Make 5ch or 6ch foundation, work in rows with turns, decreasing to create triangular shape, then edge with sc around perimeter. Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

— Muzzle :

Info :

Make oval by crocheting around foundation chain. Start with white (or light beige for Pug, or dark brown for Pug muzzle).

Foundation :

Make 4ch or 5ch (breed-specific)

Round 1 :

From second ch from hook: work sc, then inc3 in last st. Continue on other side of foundation ch: work sc, inc (total 8-10 sts)

Round 2 :

inc, sc, 3inc, sc, 2inc (14-16 sts)

Round 3 :

sc in each st around (14-16 sts)

For Beagle Muzzle Flap :

Round 4: 3sl st, 4ch, sc, 2hdc, sl st. Leave remaining stitches unworked.

Info :

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing. Do invisible finish.

— Front Legs (make 2) :

Round 1 :

8sc in MR (8)

Round 2-3 :

8sc for 2 rounds (8)

Info :

For Shiba Inu: change to light brown and work BLO for Round 3

Round 4 :

3sc, inc, 4sc (9)

Round 5 :

4sc, inc, 4sc (10)

Info :

No need to stuff. Flatten and work through both stitches: 5sc (5)

Info :

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

— Paws (make 2) :

Info :

Work in joined rounds. Start with peach yarn.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6), join to first sc with sl st

Info :

Change to white or light beige. Cut peach yarn leaving 20cm tail.

Round 2 :

BLO loosely 6sl st (6), join to first st with sl st. Make 1ch.

Round 3 :

3inc, loosely 3sl st (9), join to first sc with sl st

Round 4 :

[bobble st, sl st]x3 (6)

Info :

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing. Do invisible finish. Use peach tail to embroider paw details on each bobble st.

— Tail :

Info :

Tail construction varies by breed. General pattern below.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2-3 :

Work increases and color changes according to breed specifications

Round 4-8 :

Continue with breed-specific pattern, some tails include decreases

Info :

For Beagle tail: change to black partway through. For Shiba tail: change to light brown. Stuff lightly if specified. Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

For Pug Tail (chain style) :

Make 10ch. From second loop from hook, make 9sc. Fasten off leaving long tail.

— Tongue (Beagle, Dalmatian, Shiba Inu) :

Info :

Start with red yarn. Make 3ch.

Row :

From second loop from hook, work 2sc

Info :

Fasten off and leave long tail (about 10cm/4") for sewing

— Base (for single toy only) :

Info :

Use main body color yarn to create flat circular base

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc]x6 (18)

Round 4 :

[sc, inc, sc]x6 (24)

Round 5 :

[3sc, inc]x6 (30)

Round 6 :

[2sc, inc, 2sc]x6 (36)

Round 7 :

[5sc, inc]x6 (42)

Round 8 :

[3sc, inc, 3sc]x6 (48)

Round 9 :

[7sc, inc]x6 (54)

Round 10 :

[4sc, inc, 4sc]x6 (60)

Info :

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing. Stuff body while sewing base. Insert cardboard or rigid plastic circle inside bottom before completing. Sew base to back loops of last round of body.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the muzzle to the head between rounds 10-13 (or 11-13 for some breeds), stuffing lightly with fiberfill before completing the attachment.
  • Sew the ears to the head between rounds 4-9, positioning them with a slight forward bend for a natural look. For Pug ears, attach between R5-9.
  • Attach the front legs to the body between rounds 16-22 with a slightly tilted position so the dog sits properly.
  • Embroider the lines of toes on the front legs using black yarn (1 ply only) with straight stitches.
  • Sew the paws to the body between rounds 18-22, positioning them right beside the front legs.
  • Attach the tail at the back of the body at round 21 (or between R21-22 for some breeds).
  • Embroider the eyes using black yarn at round 10, positioning them 1 stitch apart from the muzzle edge. For Shiba Inu, eyes are between R11, 3 stitches wide.
  • Embroider the nose on the muzzle using black yarn, then add the mouth details using black yarn (2 ply for most breeds, 1 ply for Pug).
  • For Beagle and Dalmatian: Attach the tongue to the muzzle center.
  • For Dalmatian: Embroider black spots on the body using black yarn, working diagonally for larger spots and horizontally for smaller ones.
  • For Pug: Embroider eye ridge on forehead using dark brown yarn at R7 (4 ply) and wrinkles between R5-6 (1 ply dark brown).
  • For Shiba Inu: Embroider two white spots above the eyes using light beige yarn at R8.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds, especially during color changes and pattern placement
  • 💡Do not work stitches too tightly so the plushie remains stretchable, particularly important for reversible versions
  • 💡Work every part using the same stitch tension to ensure uniform appearance
  • 💡When making color changes for reversible amigurumi, cut and start with new yarn each time rather than using tapestry technique to prevent tightening
  • 💡For reversible version, leave approximately 50cm yarn tail at the end of the body for joining the two dogs together
  • 💡If making a single toy, prepare a circular cardboard or rigid plastic base to help the toy stand flat
  • 💡Use invisible decrease technique throughout for a cleaner, more professional finish
  • 💡Count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure accuracy, especially during increase and decrease rounds

These adorable sitting dog amigurumi patterns bring four beloved breeds to life in an innovative reversible design that's perfect for dog lovers and collectors. Whether you choose the sweet Beagle with its tri-color charm, the spotted Dalmatian, the wrinkly-faced Pug, or the elegant Shiba Inu, each design captures the essence of these wonderful companions in miniature form. The pattern includes special techniques like bobble stitches for realistic paw pads and detailed color-work instructions for breed-specific markings. The reversible option adds a delightful twist, letting you flip between two different dog breeds in one cuddly creation. At just 6cm tall, these pocket-sized pups make perfect gifts, desk companions, or the start of your own adorable dog collection. 🐕 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I make these dog amigurumi larger or smaller?

Yes! Simply use a thicker or thinner yarn with an appropriately sized hook. Keep in mind that the finished size will change proportionally. Using bulky yarn with a 5mm hook will create a much larger dog, while using thread weight yarn with a 1.5mm hook will create a tiny miniature version.

Do I need to know how to make a reversible amigurumi before starting?

No, you can make each dog as a single toy first. The pattern includes complete instructions for single dogs with a flat base. The reversible joining instructions are separate, so you can decide later if you want to create the flip version.

What's the difference between the tapestry technique and cutting yarn for color changes?

The tapestry technique carries the unused color inside the stitches, but for reversible amigurumi this can cause tightening. The pattern recommends cutting and restarting with new yarn at each color change to maintain the stretchability needed for flipping the toy inside out.

Can I use safety eyes instead of embroidering the eyes?

While the pattern calls for embroidered eyes, you could use 6mm or 8mm safety eyes if making a single (non-reversible) toy. However, for reversible versions, embroidered eyes are essential as safety eyes would show on both sides and be uncomfortable.

Why do some rounds use BLO (back loop only)?

Working in back loops only creates a distinct ridge or line in your work. This technique is used for the collar area to create a visible separation between the body and head, and also helps with smooth color transitions.

How do I make the bobble stitches for the paw pads?

The pattern includes detailed step-by-step instructions with images for creating bobble stitches. Essentially, you work 3 incomplete double crochet stitches in the same stitch, leaving loops on your hook, then yarn over and pull through all loops to join them at the top, creating a raised bumpy texture.

What if I want to make just one specific breed?

Each breed has its own specific instructions within the pattern. Follow the main head and body instructions with the color specifications for your chosen breed, then complete the breed-specific details like ear shape, muzzle style, and embroidery patterns.

How firm should I stuff the body?

For single toys, stuff moderately firm so the dog holds its sitting shape. For reversible versions, use minimal stuffing as it will be redistributed between both dogs when flipped, and overstuffing will make it difficult to turn inside out.