The Perry the Puppy Pattern provides written instructions with photo references for crocheting this handsome pup in a sweater. Perry’s unique design uses crochet methods to join the legs and tail to the body without any sewing. The yarn is also held double throughout most pieces, making Perry a relatively quick-to-work-up pattern. This project is suitable for intermediate crocheters who are familiar with the basic stitches and principles of doll-making. Perry makes for a cute, handmade stuffed animal gift for baby showers, nurseries, children, and dog lovers!

This 11-page PDF pattern file includes complete written instructions with accompanying photo references for crocheting this puppy dog toy from start to finish.

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Introduction
The Perry the Puppy Pattern provides written instructions with photo references for crocheting this handsome pup in a sweater. Perry’s unique design uses crochet methods to join the legs and tail to the body without any sewing. All parts are crocheted in back loops only (BLO). The yarn is also held double throughout most pieces, making Perry a relatively quick-to-work-up pattern. This project is suitable for intermediate crocheters who are familiar with the basic stitches and principles of doll-making. Perry makes for a cute, handmade stuffed animal gift for baby showers, nurseries, children, and dog lovers!

Finished Measurements
Height: approximately 8 inches (20 centimeters) from head to toe

Level
Intermediate. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below), joining rounds, attaching yarn, changing color, and sewing parts together.

Stitches/Terms Used (Written in US Terminology)
MR magic ring (a.k.a. magic circle, magic loop)
Ch chain
Sc single crochet
Dc double crochet
Sl st slip stitch (insert hook, YO, pull through both loops)
Dec decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
Inc increase (two single crochet in same stitch)
BLO back loop only

Materials
• Medium weight 4 yarn (held double) for: body (brown, dark brown), snout (off-white), sweater (green)
• 3.75 mm crochet hook
• 12 mm plastic safety eyes
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Sewing pins

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This pattern is © 2018 Jasmin Wang (Sweet Softies, www.sweetsofties.com). For personal use only. You may not copy, alter, or sell this pattern in any way. You may sell finished items made with this pattern if you credit Sweet Softies as the designer and link to my website, Etsy shop, or Facebook page. No wholesale.

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