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Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern

Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern

This charming Puppy Chip pattern brings together classic amigurumi techniques with a playful design inspired by chocolate chip cookies. The distinctive brown patch over one eye gives this pup his signature look and personality. Worked from the top of the head down through the body in one continuous piece, this pattern demonstrates efficient construction methods while creating a sturdy, huggable toy.

Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern features color-changing techniques to create the realistic spotted markings, making it an excellent project for practicing yarn carrying and color work. Perfect for both gift-giving and personal collections.

Why You'll Love This Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern combines simplicity with character - there's something so endearing about that signature chocolate chip patch that makes each puppy unique! The way the brown and cream colors work together creates such a realistic and appealing look, and I find the continuous construction method both efficient and satisfying to work.

Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations for this adorable puppy! Instead of the traditional brown patch, I've tried making versions with black patches for a different breed look, or even colorful patches for a more whimsical toy. You can also play with the collar color - I've made versions with blue, green, and purple collars that look absolutely charming.

For yarn choices, I've discovered that using a slightly fuzzy yarn like Lion Brand Heartland gives the puppy a more realistic fur texture, while cotton yarns create that clean, classic amigurumi look. I've even tried making tiny versions using sport weight yarn and a smaller hook - they turn out perfectly pocket-sized!

The pattern is also wonderful for practicing new techniques. I challenge myself to try different decreasing methods or experiment with surface crochet for additional details like spots or stripes on the body. Sometimes I add a little bow tie instead of a collar for formal occasions, or create seasonal accessories like tiny Santa hats for holiday gifts.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to use stitch markers can lead to uneven rounds and difficulty tracking your progress ✗ Not carrying yarn properly on the wrong side creates loose loops and messy color changes ✗ Under-stuffing the head and body results in a floppy, shapeless appearance that lacks structure ✗ Placing safety eyes incorrectly can throw off the entire facial expression and character of the puppy

Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own sweet and cuddly Puppy Chip with this delightful free amigurumi pattern! This charming puppy features an adorable chocolate chip patch over one eye and a bright red collar. Standing approximately 7 inches tall, this loveable companion is perfect for dog lovers of all ages. The pattern includes detailed instructions for the head, body, ears, legs, muzzle, tail, and collar, all worked in soft cotton yarn.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Puppy Chip Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Paintbox Yarns cotton aran in Light Champagne (100g/170 yd)
  • 02
    Paintbox Yarns cotton aran in Soft Fudge (50g/93 yd)
  • 03
    Small amount of red yarn for collar
  • 04
    Small amount of black yarn for nose embroidery

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.25mm (US size D/3)
  • 02
    Safety eyes (9-10mm)
  • 03
    Tapestry needle
  • 04
    Fiberfill for stuffing
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Scissors

Progress Tracker

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— Head and Body :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(inc in each st) around [12]

Round 3 :

(sc; inc in next st) around [18]

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts; inc in next st) around [24]

Round 5 :

(sc in next 3 sts; inc in next st) around [30]

Round 6 :

(sc in next 4 sts; inc in next st) around [36]

Round 7 :

(sc in next 5 sts; inc in next st) around [42]

Round 8 :

(sc in next 6 sts; inc in next st) around [48]

Round 9 :

(sc in next 7 sts; inc in next st) around [54]

Round 10 :

(sc in each st) around [54]

Info :

Attach yarn B in this round

Round 11 :

5 sc in color A; 2 sc in color B; 47 sc in color A around [54]

Round 12 :

5 sc in color A; 4 sc in color B; 45 sc in color A around [54]

Round 13 :

4 sc in color A; 7 sc in color B; 43 sc in color A around [54]

Round 14 :

3 sc in color A; 9 sc in color B; 42 sc in color A around [54]

Round 15 :

3 sc in color A; 9 sc in color B; 42 sc in color A around [54]

Round 16 :

4 sc in color A; 8 sc in color B; 42 sc in color A around [54]

Round 17 :

3 sc in color A; 10 sc in color B; 41 sc in color A around [54]

Round 18 :

2 sc in color A; 9 sc in color B; 43 sc in color A around [54]

Round 19 :

3 sc in color A; 8 sc in color B; 43 sc in color A around [54]

Round 20 :

4 sc in color A; 6 sc in color B; 44 sc in color A around [54]

Info :

F/O yarn B. Attach safety eyes between rows 15 and 16. Count 9 sc from one eye to another. Stuff and shape the head as you work.

Round 21 :

(sc in next 7 sts; dec) around [48]

Round 22 :

(sc in next 6 sts; dec) around [42]

Round 23 :

(sc in next 5 sts; dec) around [36]

Round 24 :

(sc in next 4 sts; dec) around [30]

Round 25 :

(sc in next 3 sts; dec) around [24]

Round 26-27 :

(sc in each st) around [24]

Round 28 :

(sc in next 3 sts; inc in next st) around [30]

Round 29-30 :

(sc in each st) around [30]

Round 31 :

(sc in next 4 sts; inc in next st) around [36]

Round 32-33 :

(sc in each st) around [36]

Round 34 :

(sc in next 5 sts; inc in next st) around [42]

Round 35-36 :

(sc in each st) around [42]

Round 37 :

(sc in next 6 sts; inc in next st) around [48]

Round 38-40 :

(sc in each st) around [48]

Round 41 :

(sc in next 11 sts; inc in next st) around [52]

Round 42 :

(sc in each st) around [52]

Round 43 :

(sc in next 11 sts; dec) around [48]

Round 44 :

(sc in next 6 sts; dec) around [42]

Round 45 :

(sc in next 5 sts; dec) around [36]

Round 46 :

(sc in next 4 sts; dec) around [30]

Round 47 :

(sc in next 3 sts; dec) around [24]

Round 48 :

(sc in next 2 sts; dec) around [18]

Round 49 :

(sc in next st; dec) around [12]

Round 50 :

(dec x 6) around [6]

Info :

Fill the body with fiberfill firmly. F/O and thread tail end of yarn onto a tapestry needle, insert the needle in and out of the remaining sts, pull tight to close and weave in end.

— Ears (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(sc; inc in next st) around [9]

Round 3 :

(sc in next 2 sts; inc in next st) around [12]

Round 4 :

(sc in each st) around [12]

Round 5 :

(sc in next 3 sts; inc in next st) around [15]

Round 6 :

(sc in next 4 sts; inc in next st) around [18]

Round 7 :

(sc in each st) around [18]

Round 8 :

(sc in next 2 sts; inc in next st) around [24]

Round 9 :

(sc in next 3 sts; inc in next st) around [30]

Round 10-11 :

(sc in each st) around [30]

Round 12 :

(sc in next 3 sts; dec) around [24]

Round 13-14 :

(sc in each st) around [24]

Round 15 :

(sc in next 4 sts; dec) around [20]

Round 16 :

(sc in each st) around [20]

Round 17 :

(sc in next 8 sts; dec) around [18]

Info :

Do not stuff the ears. Flatten the top of the ear in half, and sc in next 9 sts through both sides. F/O leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Hind Legs (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(inc in each st) around [12]

Round 3 :

(sc; inc in next st) around [18]

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts; inc in next st) around [24]

Round 5-6 :

(sc in each st) around [24]

Round 7 :

sc in next 6 sts; (sc in next 2 sts; dec)x 3 times; sc in 6 next sts around [21]

Round 8 :

sc in next 6 sts; (sc in next st; dec)x 3 times; sc in next 6 sts around [18]

Round 9 :

sc in next 6 sts; (dec)x 3 times; sc in next 6 sts around [15]

Info :

Change to color A yarn

Round 10-19 :

(sc in each st) around [15]

Info :

Stuff and shape the paw firmly, stuff the bottom of leg lightly. First leg: Undo one stitch from the last round. Fold the top of the leg in half, sc in the next 7 sts through both sides. Second leg: Sc in the next 6 sts. Fold the top of the leg in half, sc in the next 7 sts through both sides. Make sure one paw points to the right and other to the left.

— Fore Legs (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(inc in each st) around [12]

Round 3 :

(sc; inc in next st) around [18]

Round 4 :

(sc in next 5 sts; inc in next st) around [21]

Round 5-6 :

(sc in each st) around [21]

Round 7 :

(sc in next 5 sts; dec) around [18]

Round 8 :

(sc in next 5 sts; dec x 4 times; sc in next 5 sts) around [14]

Info :

Change to color A yarn

Round 9-19 :

(sc in each st) around [14]

Info :

Stuff and shape the paw firmly and bottom of the leg lightly. First Leg: Fold the top of the leg in half, sc in the next 7 sts through both sides. Second leg: Sc in the next 2 sts. Fold the top of the leg in half, sc in the next 7 sts through both sides. Make sure one paw points to the left and other to the right.

— Muzzle :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(inc in each st) around [12]

Round 3 :

(sc; inc in next st) around [18]

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts; inc in next st) around [24]

Round 5 :

(sc in next 5 sts; inc in next st) around [28]

Round 6 :

(sc in each st) around [28]

Info :

Sl st in next stitch and F/O leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(sc, inc in next st) around [9]

Round 3 :

(sc in next 2 sts; inc in next st) around [12]

Round 4-9 :

(sc in each st) around [12]

Round 10 :

(sc in next 4 sts; dec) around [10]

Info :

Sl st in next stitch. Stuff the tail lightly. F/O leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Collar :

Round 1 :

ch 26

Round 2 :

hdc into 2nd ch from hook and across [24]

Info :

Try this on your puppy and adjust the no. of stitches if needed.

Assembly Instructions

  • Position all parts with bobby pins and test placement before sewing them permanently in place
  • Use black yarn to embroider a triangular nose onto the muzzle, stuff lightly and center between the eyes
  • Position ears evenly on sides of head between rows 5 and 6 from the top, ensuring symmetrical placement
  • Sew fore legs to shoulders and hind legs to body sides, making sure paws point in correct directions
  • Attach red collar around neck area and join ends using tapestry needle for secure closure
  • Sew tail onto back of body, positioning slightly off-center for natural appearance

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers consistently to track round beginnings and maintain even stitch counts throughout construction
  • 💡Practice invisible decrease technique beforehand to avoid visible gaps in the finished amigurumi
  • 💡Stuff firmly but gradually as you work, especially in head and body sections for proper shaping
  • 💡When carrying yarn for color changes, work over strands every few stitches to prevent loose loops
  • 💡Test collar fit on your puppy before final assembly and adjust chain length if necessary

This heartwarming Puppy Chip pattern captures all the charm of a beloved pet in adorable amigurumi form. With his signature chocolate chip patch and bright red collar, this sweet companion is perfect for dog lovers young and old. The detailed instructions guide you through color-changing techniques and proper construction methods to create a professional-looking result. Whether made as a gift or personal keepsake, this cuddly puppy is sure to bring smiles and comfort to anyone who holds him. 🐶 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use sport or worsted weight yarn, but keep in mind that the finished size will vary depending on your yarn choice and hook size. Adjust your hook size accordingly to maintain proper tension.

How do I prevent gaps when doing the color changes?

Use the yarn carrying technique described in the pattern - work over the unused strand every few stitches with your working color. This keeps the back neat and prevents loose loops.

Can I make this puppy larger or smaller?

Absolutely! Use a larger hook and thicker yarn for a bigger puppy, or smaller hook and finer yarn for a miniature version. Just maintain consistent hook-to-yarn ratios for best results.

What size safety eyes should I use if I want a different look?

The pattern calls for 9-10mm eyes, but you can use 8mm for a more innocent look or 12mm for a bolder expression. Adjust eye placement accordingly to maintain proper proportions.

Is this pattern suitable for beginners?

This is an intermediate pattern due to the color-changing techniques and multiple parts assembly. Beginners should be comfortable with basic amigurumi stitches and construction before attempting this project.