Dachshund (amigurumi) by Chrissie Smart

Dachshund (amigurumi)

Crochet
December 2016
DK (11 wpi) ?
10 stitches = 2 inches
3.5 mm (E)
55 - 109 yards (50 - 100 m)
UK
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for AU$8.00.

Materials needed:
50g ball dark brown 8-ply yarn
Small amount of mid-brown 8-ply yarn
3.5mm crochet hook
2 x 9mm black plastic safety eyes
11mm black plastic nose
Polyester stuffing/fibre fill
Wool needle –for assembling
Stitch marker

The yarns I most commonly use for my animals are: Panda Magnum 8-ply acrylic or Carnival Yarn 8-ply acrylic.

Completed Dachshund toy measurements are: 12cm tall/17cm from snout to tail, if using the suggested hook & yarn sizes.

Pattern contains some illustrative photos where necessary.

Skill level for this pattern: Intermediate.

Pattern also includes additional step-by-step instructions with photos for making the amigurumi adjustable loop (for a left-handed crocheter).