Charlotte the Mutt Pup: Free Beginner-Friendly Crochet Pattern

ByEmila Lorein

Welcoming Introduction

Hey there, crochet pals! 🐾✨ Meet Charlotte the Mutt Pup, a sweet and scruffy little dog that’s just begging to be cuddled. This beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern is perfect for practicing basic stitches while creating an irresistibly cute plushie.

Whether you’re new to crochet or looking for a quick, rewarding project, Charlotte is here to make your crafting time extra fun. Customize her with different yarn colors to create your dream pup!

Ready to get started? Let’s gather our supplies!

Materials Needed

  • Yarn:
    • Main color: Red Heart Yarn, Café Latte (for head/body)
    • Accent color: Red Heart Yarn, Coffee (for muzzle/ears)
    • White yarn (for belly spots)
  • Crochet hook: Size G (4.5mm)
  • Safety eyes: 15mm (brown)
  • Safety nose: 26mm
  • Polyfill stuffing
  • Stitch marker
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle

Abbreviations & Notes

  • SC: Single crochet
  • SI St: Slip stitch
  • FO: Fasten off
  • Inc: Increase (2 SC in same stitch)
  • Dec: Decrease (SC 2 stitches together)
  • MR: Magic ring
  • ( ): Stitch count per round

Pattern Notes:

  • Work in continuous rounds (no joining).
  • Use a stitch marker to track rounds.
  • Stuff parts firmly but not overly tight.

Crochet Pattern Instructions

Charlotte the Mutt Pup
Charlotte the Mutt Pup
Charlotte the Mutt Pup

Head (Café Latte)

  1. R1: 6 SC into MR. (6)
  2. R2: Inc around. (12)
  3. R3: SC, inc around. (18)
  4. R4: 2 SC, inc around. (24)
  5. Continue increasing until R10: 7 SC, inc around. (54)
  6. R11–R12: SC around. (54)
  7. Begin decreasing:
    • R13: 7 SC, dec around. (48)
    • Continue decreasing until R25: Dec around. (6)
  8. FO and sew closed.

Place eyes between Rows 9–10, 10 stitches apart.

Muzzle (Coffee)

  1. R1: 6 SC into MR. (6)
  2. Increase until R7: 5 SC, inc around. (42)
  3. R8: 5 SC, dec around. (36)
  4. FO and sew to head, 2 rows below eyes.

Attach safety nose between Rows 2–3 of muzzle.

Ears (Make 2, Coffee)

  1. R1: 6 SC into MR. (6)
  2. Increase to R8: 2 SC, inc around. (24)
  3. Shape ear:
    • R10: 2 SC, dec around. (18)
    • R13: SC, dec around. (12)
  4. FO, leaving a tail to sew. Attach 5 stitches behind eyes.
Charlotte the Mutt Pup
Charlotte the Mutt Pup
Charlotte the Mutt Pup

Body (Café Latte & White)

  1. Follow increase pattern up to R9: 6 SC, inc around. (48)
  2. R25–R26: Add white belly spots:
    • SC 10 (Café Latte), SC 5 (White), SC 9 (Café Latte).
  3. FO, leaving a long tail to sew to head.

Legs & Arms (Make 2 Each, Café Latte)

  • Legs: Work up to R20, stuffing lightly.
  • Arms: Work up to R21, leaving top unstuffed for posing.
  • Sew to body at a slight slant.

Tail (Coffee & Café Latte)

  1. Start with Coffee yarn:
    • R1: 6 SC into MR.
    • R2: 2 SC, inc x2. (8)
  2. Switch to Café Latte at R6, SC for 5 rounds.
  3. FO and sew to body.

Assembly & Finishing

  1. Sew head to body, aligning muzzle downward.
  2. Attach ears, arms, and legs securely.
  3. Weave in all ends for a polished look.

Helpful Tips for Beginners

✔ Stuff as you go to avoid lumps.
✔ Safety eyes/nose: Attach before closing the head.
✔ Use stitch markers to track rounds.
✔ Customize colors for a unique pup!

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