What you'll need
| One size only: | Back measures about 9 1/2-inches from neck to end. Chest measures about 6-inches from neck to belly. |
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Red Heart Super Saver variegated - Bon Bon
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Product Description
This ruffled small dog sweater is perfect for your little girl fur babies who are about 10-lbs. It’s so cute and stylish she’ll be prancing around like a pampered princess in her fancy tutu coat! Plus, it’s super easy to put together and requires only basic stitches. Don’t let the ruffles intimidate you. They are actually really simple to make!
Difficulty level: Level 1 – Beginner
Finished Dimensions:
Back measures about 9 1/2-inches from neck to end. Chest measures about 6-inches from neck to belly.
NOTE: This is a good scrap buster project as it requires less than one skein of yarn to complete.
Ruffled Small Dog Sweater by Itchin' for some Stitchin'
Project Overview
The "Ruffle Butt" Small Dog Sweater is a beginner-friendly crochet design created by designer RaeLynn Endicott for small dogs weighing approximately 10 pounds. This charming pet garment features decorative ruffles that create a stylish, tutu-like appearance, making it an ideal choice for small female dogs. The sweater combines practicality with playful design, offering both comfort and fashion for pampered pets.
Finished Dimensions
- Back length: approximately 9 1/2 inches from neck to end
- Chest width: approximately 6 inches from neck to belly
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
This sweater employs basic crochet stitches suitable for beginners, making it an accessible project for those new to crochet. The defining feature of this design is the ruffled construction, which despite its decorative appearance, uses simple techniques that are straightforward to execute. The ruffles are created using fundamental crochet methods that add visual interest without requiring advanced stitch knowledge.
The primary stitch used throughout the garment is double crochet, which forms the foundation of the sweater's structure. This stitch provides a balanced fabric with good drape suitable for a fitted pet garment.
Materials Required
- Crochet Hook: Size J (6mm) — the pattern notes use of a Nelsonwood brand hook
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in variegated Bon Bon colorway (100% acrylic)
- Yarn Weight: Aran weight (also labeled as Medium Worsted-weight, 4 Medium)
- Yarn Quantity: One skein of Red Heart Super Saver Economy (5oz/141g, 236 yards) is sufficient for this project
Gauge
The pattern specifies a gauge of 13 stitches and 4 rows measuring 4 inches in double crochet. Achieving proper gauge is important for ensuring the finished sweater fits correctly on a small dog.
Difficulty Level
Rated as Level 1 - Beginner, this sweater is designed for crocheters with minimal experience. The straightforward stitch selection and simple construction methods make it an excellent introductory pet clothing project.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Itchin' for some Stitchin' |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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