Easy Crochet Granny Square Dog Sweater Pattern

Dog’s Crochet Granny Square Sweater Pattern

If you’re looking for a fun and colorful project to make for your beloved dog, the Dog’s Crochet Granny Square Sweater is a perfect choice! This pattern allows you to unleash your creativity while providing warmth and comfort for your furry friend. Below, you’ll find all the essential materials and instructions needed to complete this delightful sweater.

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Materials

To get started, gather the following materials:

Yarn

• RED HEART® “Soft Yarn™”
  • 1 (2, 2) Balls No. 4614 Black CA
  • 1 ball each of:
    • No. 9114 Honey CB
    • No. 9779 Berry CC
    • No. 9522 Leaf CD
    • No. 4422 Tangerine CE
    • No. 9518 Teal CF
    • No. 9520 Seafoam CG
    • No. 4601 Off White CH
    • No. 6768 Pink CI
    • No. 3729 Grape CJ

Yardage specifications:

• Solid colors: 5 oz (140 g), 256 yd (234 m)
• Print colors: 4 oz (113 g), 204 yd (187 m)

Crochet Hook

• 5mm [US H-8]

Notions

• Yarn needle
• One 3/4” button

Additional Yarn

• RED HEART® “Super Saver®”, Art. E300 (7 oz solid color and 5 oz prints, multis, fleck skeins)

Basic Granny Square Instructions

The basic granny square is at the heart of this pattern and consists of several rounds. Follow these steps:

1. Starting the Square:

   • Ch 6; join with a sl st to form a ring.

2. Round 1:

   • Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2), [3 dc in ring, ch 2] 3 times, 2 dc in ring; join with a sl st in the 3rd ch of ch-5. Fasten off.

3. Round 2:

   • Join yarn in any ch-2 space; ch 5, 3 dc in the same space, [ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in the next space] 3 times, ch 1, 2 dc in the beginning space; join. Fasten off.

4. Round 3:

   • Join yarn in any ch-2 space; ch 5, 3 dc in the same space, ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1*, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in corner ch-2 space; repeat from * around, end at **; 2 dc in beginning space; join. Fasten off.

5. Round 4:

   • Join yarn in any ch-2 space; ch 5, 3 dc in the same space, [ch 1, 3 dc in next space] twice, ch 1*, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in corner ch-2 space; repeat from * around, end at **; 2 dc in beginning space; join. Fasten off.

Color Sequence for Squares

Make 2 (3, 4) squares using the following color sequences:

• First Set:

  • Rnd 1: CB; Rnd 2: CC; Rnd 3: CD; Rnd 4: CA.

• Second Set:

  • Rnd 1: CE; Rnd 2: CF; Rnd 3: CG; Rnd 4: CA.

• Third Set:

  • Rnd 1: CH; Rnd 2: CI; Rnd 3: CJ; Rnd 4: CA.

Body Construction

1. Sew Together:
   • Sew 6 (9, 12) squares together and ensure to weave in any ends.

Neck Construction

1. Attach Squares:
   • Sew one square on each side of the body.
2. Make a Chain:
   • Create a chain 20 (25, 30)” long to weave in and out of granny squares for neck closure.

Chest Panel

To finish, follow these steps:

1. Attach Chest Panel:
   • Sew the chest panel to both sides of the body.
2. Button Closure:
   • Sew on one button at the neck for closure, using a ch-1 space as the buttonhole.
3. Weave Ends:
   • Finish by weaving in all loose ends.

Additional Rounds/Rows for Chest Panel

1. Round 5:

   • Join yarn in any ch-2 space; ch 5, 3 dc in the same space, [ch 1, 3 dc in the next space] 3 times, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in next corner space; repeat from * around, end at **; 2 dc in beginning space; join. Fasten off.

2. Round 6:

   • Join yarn in any ch-2 space; ch 5, 3 dc in the same space, [ch 1, 3 dc in the next space] 4 times, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in next corner space; repeat from * around, end at **; 2 dc in beginning space; join. Fasten off.

3. Row 7:

   • Join yarn in any ch-2 space; ch 3, 2 dc in the same space, [ch 1, 3 dc in ch-1 space] 5 times, ch 1, 3 dc in next corner space. Fasten off and weave in ends.

This adorable Dog’s Crochet Granny Square Sweater will not only keep your dog warm but also showcase your crafting skills. Happy Crocheting!