Adorable Timka Dog: Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern!
Welcome to the wonderful world of amigurumi with Crochetto! Today, we’re thrilled to share a delightful pattern by the talented Natalya Larina: Timka the Dog. This charming little canine companion is perfect for gifting, decorating, or simply bringing a smile to your face. With clear, detailed instructions, you’ll enjoy every stitch as you bring Timka to life.
When using Pekhorka “Detskaya Novinka” yarn and a 2mm hook, your finished Timka toy will stand approximately 16 cm tall. Let’s gather our supplies and begin this joyful crochet journey!
Head
Row 1: 6 sc in MR
Row 2: 6 inc (12)
Row 3: (1 sc, inc)6 (18)
Row 4: (2 sc, inc)6 (24)
Row 5: (3 sc, inc)6 (30)
Row 6: (4 sc, inc)6 (36)
Row 7: (5 sc, inc)6 (42)
Row 8: (6 sc, inc)6 (48)
Row 9: 48 sc (48)
Row 10: (7 sc, inc)6 (54)
Rows 11-12: work without changes, 54 sc for 2 rows (54)
Row 13: (8 sc, inc)6 (60)
Rows 14-16: work without changes, 60 sc for 3 rows (60)
Row 17: 5 sc, 6 inc, 5 sc, 6 inc, 38 sc (72)
Rows 18-20: work without changes, 72 sc for 3 rows (72)
Row 21: 5 sc, 6 dec, 5 sc, 6 dec, 38 sc (60)
Row 22: (8 sc, dec)6 (54)
Row 23: (7 sc, dec)6 (48)
Row 24: (6 sc, dec)6 (42)
Row 25: (5 sc, dec)6 (36)
Row 26: (4 sc, dec)6 (30)
Row 27: (3 sc, dec)6 (24)
Row 28: (2 sc, dec)6 (18)
Cut the yarn.
Eyes
(Sew the piece with the wrong side facing up)
Row 1: 8 sc in MR
Row 2: (2 inc, 2 sc)2 (12)
Row 3: (1 sc, inc)2, 2 sc, (1 sc, inc)2, 2 sc (16)
Row 4: 4 sc, sl st
Cut the yarn.
Nose
(Sew the piece with the wrong side facing up)
Row 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Row 2: (2 sc, 3 sc in 1 stitch)2 (10)
Rows 3-4: work without changes, 10 sc for 2 rows (10)
Cut the yarn.
Muzzle Shaping
Sew the eyes between rows 8 and 16.
Do cheek sculpting: through the neck opening, pull the yarn through the increases near the bridge of the nose in row 17, catching 1 stitch on each side. Immediately after, do mouth sculpting diagonally in rows 20 and 21.
Ears
Row 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Row 2: 6 inc (12)
Row 3: (1 sc, inc)6 (18)
Row 4: 18 sc (18)
Row 5: (5 sc, inc)3 (21)
Rows 6-7: work without changes, 21 sc for 2 rows (21)
Row 8: (5 sc, dec)3 (18)
Row 9: (7 sc, dec)2 (16)
Row 10: 16 sc (16)
Row 11: (6 sc, dec)2 (14)
Rows 12-13: work without changes, 14 sc for 2 rows (14)
Row 14: (5 sc, dec)2 (12)
Row 15: 12 sc (12)
Row 16: (4 sc, dec)2 (10)
Work 1 more sc, fold the piece in half and work 4 sc through both layers.
Cut the yarn, sew to the head at row 8.
Arms
(Leave a tail at the beginning to pull the arm tight later)
Sew to rows 29-30.
Row 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rows 2-13: work without changes, 6 sc for 12 rows (6)
Tie the two ends together so that the arm bends slightly.
Legs
Row 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Row 2: 6 inc (12)
Row 3: (2 inc, 4 sc)2 (16)
Rows 4-5: work without changes, 16 sc for 2 rows (16)
Row 6: 8 sc, 4 dec (12)
Rows 7-9: work without changes, 12 sc for 3 rows (12)
Work the second leg similarly.
Body
Row 10: 9 sc (right leg), 4 ch (join to the last stitch worked on the left leg), 12 sc (left leg), 4 sc along the chain, 3 sc (along the right leg) (32)
Row 11: 25 sc, 4 inc, 3 sc (36)
Row 12: (5 sc, inc)6 (42)
Row 13: (6 sc, inc)6 (48)
Rows 14-24: work without changes, 48 sc for 11 rows (48)
Row 25: 33 sc, 6 dec, 3 sc (42)
Row 26: 33 sc, 3 dec, 3 sc (39)
Row 27: 10 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec, 17 sc (36)
Row 28: 36 sc (36)
Row 29: (4 sc, dec)6 (30)
Rows 30-31: work without changes, 30 sc for 2 rows (30)
Row 32: (3 sc, dec)6 (24)
Row 33: 24 sc (24)
Row 34: (2 sc, dec)6 (18)
Rows 35-36: work without changes, 18 sc for 2 rows (18)
Row 37: 6 sc, sl st
Cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing.
We hope you thoroughly enjoyed crocheting Timka the Dog! This pattern, thoughtfully designed by Natalya Larina, allows you to create a truly special amigurumi friend. There’s nothing quite like the joy of seeing your stitches transform into a beloved plush toy.
We would absolutely love to see your finished Timka! Share your creations with us on social media and tag Crochetto. Your beautiful work inspires us and our entire community. Happy crocheting!
