Crochet a Charming Dalmatian Puppy: Free Pattern!

Welcome to Crochetto, where we bring joy to your hooks! Get ready to embark on an adorable journey to create your very own spotty friend with our delightful Dalmatian Puppy crochet pattern. This pattern is designed to be approachable and fun, resulting in a cuddly companion that will melt hearts. Whether you’re making it for a child, a gift, or simply to add a touch of handmade charm to your home, this little puppy is sure to bring smiles. Let’s get started on bringing this cute canine to life!

You Will Need

• Yarn in 2 shades: white and black
• Hook 2-2.25mm
• 8mm safety eyes
• 8mm x 6mm safety nose (or embroider with black thread)
• Scissors
• Needle for sewing parts
• Stuffing for toys

Head

We crochet black spots randomly (changing thread).

1. 7 sc in magic ring
2. Increases 14 sc (14)
3. (1 sc, inc) x 7 = 21 sc (21)
4. (2 sc, inc) x 7 = 28 sc (28)
5. (3 sc, inc) x 7 = 35 sc (35)
6. (4 sc, inc) x 7 = 42 sc (42)
7. (5 sc, inc) x 7 = 49 sc (49)
8. Rows 8-18: No changes (49)
9. (5 sc, dec) x 7 = 42 sc (42)
10. (4 sc, dec) x 7 = 35 sc (35)
11. (3 sc, dec) x 7 = 28 sc (28)
12. (2 sc, dec) x 7 = 21 sc (21)
13. Randomly make 3 decreases in the row. 18 sc (18)

Eyes between Row 13-14.

Distance 5 full sc.

Legs + Body

Crochet a Leg (Make 2)

1. 6 sc in magic ring (6)
2. Increases 12 sc (12)
3. (3 sc, inc) x 3 = 15 sc (15)
4. Rows 4-7: No changes (15)

Fasten off, cut thread.

• Similarly, crochet the second leg. Do not cut the thread this time.

Continue Crocheting (Body)

1. Chain 4, connect with sc to the second leg. In a circle, you get (38 sc).
2. 4 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 16 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 10 sc. (42 sc)
3. Rows 3-8: No changes (42)
4. (5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36 sc (36)
5. Row 10: No changes (stuff the toy) (36)
6. (4 sc, dec) x 6 = 30 sc (30)
7. Rows 12-13: No changes (30)
8. (3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24 sc (24)
9. Row 15: No changes (24)
10. (2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18 sc (18)
11. Row 17: No changes. Crochet arms on the sides. (18)
12. Row 18: No changes (18)

Leave a long tail for sewing on the head.

Arms (Make 2)

We crochet spots randomly, I have 2-3 spots.

1. 6 sc in magic ring (6)
2. Increases 12 sc (12)
3. Rows 3-4: No changes (12)
4. 2 dec, 8 sc (10)
5. Rows 6-14: No changes (10)

Stuff arms half-way.

Crochet sides together.

Snout

1. 8 sc in magic ring (8)
2. Increases 16 sc (16)
3. (sc, inc) x 8 (24)
4. (5 sc, inc) x 4 (28)
5. Rows 5-6: No changes (28)

Ears (Make 2)

1. 6 sc in magic ring (6)
2. (sc, inc) x 3 (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)
4. (3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)
5. (4 sc, inc) x 3 (18)
6. (5 sc, inc) x 3 (21)
7. Row 7: No changes (21)
8. (6 sc, inc) x 3 (24)
9. Row 9: No changes (24)
10. (7 sc, inc) x 3 (27)
11. Rows 11-12: No changes (27)
12. (3 sc, dec) x 5, 2 sc (22)
13. Row 14: No changes (22)
14. (2 sc, dec) x 5, 2 sc (17)
15. Rows 16-17: No changes (17)

Crochet sides together, leave a long tail for sewing.

Embroider spots with thread or crochet them directly by changing thread.

Tail

1. 4 sc in magic ring (4)
2. 2 sc, inc, 1 sc (5)
3. Rows 3-8: No changes (5)

Assembly and Finishing Touches

Face Decoration:

Embroider: eyelashes, eyebrows, highlights.

Snout:

Embroider nose or use a plastic one.

Sew on Ears:

From Row 5 (crown of the head).

1. Decorate the snout.
2. Sew the head to the body.
3. Then you need to make a tensioning stitch on the snout:
   
   
   
   1. Insert needle under the snout (1).
   
   
   2. Bring out under the eye (2).
   
   
   3. Then thread through the top of the face (3).
   
   
   4. Pull out at the bottom (4).
   
   
   
   

   Pull tight, tie off, hide thread.

   
   

Congratulations on creating your adorable Dalmatian Puppy! We hope you enjoyed every stitch of this delightful pattern. Your handmade companion is a testament to your creativity and skill. Don’t forget to share your finished puppy with the Crochetto community on social media – we absolutely love seeing your beautiful creations! Tag us and let us celebrate your success. Happy crocheting, and we look forward to seeing what you make next!