Yorkie Mug Cozy

Yorkie Mug Cozy by Hooked by Angel

Product Overview

This downloadable crochet pattern creates an adorable Yorkie-themed cup cozy designed by Hooked by Angel. The finished cozy measures 4.5 inches wide and 3 inches tall, with stretch to accommodate standard 16 oz travel mugs. The intermediate-level project combines basic crochet techniques with creative embellishment to transform a functional beverage accessory into a charming dog-themed craft project.

What is Being Made

The Yorkie Cup Cozy is a decorative and functional crochet sleeve that slides over a standard travel mug or coffee cup. The design features dog-like characteristics, including embroidered or button eyes, an animal nose accent, and textured yarn details that create the appearance of a Yorkie dog's characteristic features. The cozy provides insulation while adding personality to daily beverage containers.

Crochet Techniques Used

• Chain stitches (ch) - Foundation technique for starting the project
• Single crochet (sc) - Primary stitch for building the cozy structure
• Single crochet decrease (sc dec) - Used for shaping and reducing stitches
• Slip stitch (sl st) - Joining technique for connecting rounds and finishing edges
• Embellishment techniques - Sewing on buttons for eyes and attaching an animal nose accent

Yarn and Materials

The pattern utilizes chunky weight yarn in multiple colors to create the Yorkie design:

• Main Color (MC) - I Love This Cotton Antique Cream in medium weight
• Contrast A (CA) - Ice Yarns Eyelash Light Brown for textured detail
• Contrast B (CB) - I Love This Cotton Antique Gold in medium weight
• Contrast C (CC) - Ice Yarns Eyelash Camel for additional texture

Tools and Notions

The project requires two crochet hooks: a 6.0 mm hook for the main work and a 3.50 mm hook for finer details. Additional notions include two 16 mm buttons for eyes, one 20 mm animal nose (with substitution options for buttons or embroidery), poly fill for stuffing, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, a sewing needle and thread for attaching embellishments, scissors, and a wire brush for fluffing the eyelash yarn texture.

Skill Level and Customization

Rated as Easy-Intermediate, this pattern is accessible to crocheters with foundational skills while offering creative opportunities. The designer encourages customization by selecting yarn colors to resemble specific dog breeds or personal preferences, making each cozy unique to the crafter's vision.