Crochet an adorable dog gnome to remind you of a lost pet or just to resemble the one you have. With this free crochet dog gnome pattern, you can create a special gift for a pet-loving friend.
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Growing up we used to have a dog and a cat. A few years ago we lost our dog due to old age. Unfortunately, it was too much for my mom and she refused to have a new puppy.
Despite that, we got her a new cat- Ginger! You may know it from our Cat Gnome – Ginger inspired. After the release of the cat gnome, many of you asked for a puppy gnome.
Furthermore, the first theme of this year’s Gnome Along is – animals. So here is the puppy gnome we created for you.
How to crochet a dog gnome?
First, we will start with the body. In this pattern, we will crochet from top to bottom. Meaning that we will start from the hat and continue toward the body.
Once the body is done, we will crochet the additional parts such as feet, hands, ears, and muzzle.
When we have all the parts ready we will assemble our gnome.
How to customize your crochet dog gnome?
As you know there are plenty of different dog types. Moreover, you can crochet your puppy by just changing colors.
For example, you can make a Dalmatian puppy using white and black.
Why not make a dog with standing ears. I suggest you use the ears of our cat gnome.
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Crochet Dog Gnome- Free pattern
Overall pattern notes
The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Throughout the pattern, we will work in continuous rounds. Don’t join your rounds.
Use a stitch marker to mark your first stitch. It will prevent any miscount.
If you use a different weight of yarn, keep in mind that your gnome will turn out bigger or smaller.
If you are crocheting loosely, use a smaller hook so your work will be tighter and the stuffing won’t be visible.
When stuffing the body- stuff it well, so it will stay in shape, but don’t overdo it.
Some of the photos are from previous projects. Pay attention to the colors written.
Materials you’ll need:
- – Sport/ fine weight yarn- Schachenmayer Catania 100% cotton, 50 g, 125 m
colors- cream 20 gr, brown 30 gr, dark brown 10 gr - A small amount of red and black
- crochet hook size 2.75mm
- fiberfill for stuffing
- tapestry needle
Stitch Abbreviation:
SC- single crochet
HDC- half double crochet
SS- slip stitch
CH- chain
Rep- repeat
** – repeat the stitches in the ** indicated times
FO- fasten off
BLO- back loop only
FLO- front loop only
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Crochet Dog Gnome’s Body:
-with brown color
Rnd 1: Start with a MR, and make 6 SC into it. (6)
Rnd 2-3: SC in each stitch around (6)
Rnd 4: * SC 1, inc 1* 3 times (9)
Rnd 5: SC in each stitch around (9)
Rnd 6: * SC in next 2, inc 1 * 3 times (12)
Rnd 7: SC in each stitch around (12)
Rnd 8: * SC in next 2, inc 1 * 4 times (16)
Rnd 9-10: SC in each stitch around (16)
Rnd 11: * SC in next 3, inc 1 * 4 times (20)
Rnd 12-13: SC in each stitch around (20)
Rnd 14: * SC in next 4, inc 1 * 4 times (24)
Rnd 15-16: SC in each stitch around (24)
Rnd 17: * SC in next 5, inc 1 * 4 times (28)
Rnd 18-19: SC in each stitch around (28)
Rnd 20: * SC in next 6, inc 1 * 4 times (32)
Rnd 21-22: SC in each stitch around (32)
Rnd 23: * SC in next 7, inc 1 * 4 times (36)
Rnd 24-25: SC in each stitch around (36)
Rnd 26: * SC in next 8, inc 1 * 4 times (40)
Rnd 27: SC in each stitch around (40)
Rnd 28: * SC in next 9, inc 1 * 4 times (44)
Rnd 29: SC in each stitch around (44)
Rnd 30: * SC in next 10, inc 1 * 4 times (48)
Rnd 31: SC in each stitch around (48)
The next round is worked in BLO! Only next round.
Rnd 32: SC in each stitch around (48)
Rnd 32-33: SC in each stitch around (48)
Rnd 34: * SC in next 11, inc 1 * 4 times (52)
Rnd 35-36: SC in each stitch around (52)
In the next round we will work with two colors. You can carry on the yarn as you crochet along or just pull it when you need. The yarn won’t be visible from inside.
Rnd 37- 43: SC in next 10, attach cream, SC in next 11, switch to brown, SC in next 31 (52)
Rnd 44: SC in next 11, switch to cream, SC in next 9, switch to brown, SC in next 32 (52)
Rnd 45: SC in next 12, switch to cream, SC in next 7, switch to brown, SC in next 33 (52)
Rnd 46: SC in next 13, switch to cream, SC in next 5, FO cream color and switch to brown, SC in next 34 (52)
Rnd 47: SC in each stitch around (52)
Rnd 48: *SC in next 11, dec 1* 4 times (48)
Rnd 49: SC in each stitch around (48)
The next round is worked in BLO. Only the next round!
Rnd 50: *SC in next 4, dec 1* 8 times (40)
Start filling your gnome! And continue doing so as you crochet along!
Rnd 51: *SC in next 3, dec 1* 8 times (32)
Rnd 52: *SC in next 2, dec 1* 8 times (24)
Rnd 53: *SC in next, dec 1* 8 times (16)
Rnd 54: *dec 1* 8 times (8)
Close the gap using a tapestry needle. Insert your needle through the front loop of each stitch. Pull to tighten and close.
Crochet Dog gnome hat’s brim:
Rnd 1: Go back to round 32 and insert your hook in any stitch, pull a loop and make SC in the same stitch, SC in next 2, inc 1, *SC in next 3, inc 1* rep 12 times (60)
Rnd 2: SC in each stitch around (60)
Rnd 3: *SC in next 4, inc 1* 12 times (72)
Rnd 4-5: SC in each stitch around (72)
Crochet Dog gnome’s nose/muzzle:
-with black color yarn
Rnd 1: Start with a MR and make 6 SC into it. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each stitch around (12)
Rnd 3: *SC in first, inc 1* 6 times (18)
Rnd 4-5: SC in each stitch around (18)
Stuff the muzzle a little with the fiberfill. Don’t overdo it!
Rnd 6: *SC in next, dec 1* 6 times. FO. (12)
Take a piece of black color yarn and a tapestry needle to form the nose. Make a small triangle on top center and then a straight line downward.
If you would like to make your Bear gnome with a beard follow the instructions below.
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Crochet Dog Gnome’s Tongue
-with a red color
CH 5, HDC in 3rd from hook, HDC in next, 5 HDC in last, continue on the opposite side, HDC in next 2. FO.
Crochet Dog Gnome Paw
-with cream color
Rnd 1: Start with a MR, and make 6 Sc into it. (6)
Rnd 2: *inc 1* 6 times (12)
Switch to color B
Rnd 3: *SC in first, inc 1* 6 times (18)
Rnd 4: *SC in next 2, inc 1* 6 times (24)
Rnd 5: SC in next 5, *switch to cream color, 3 HDC in next, switch to brown, SC in next 2* 3 times, FO cream and continue with brown, SC in next 10 (30)
The next round is worked in BLO. Only the next round!
Rnd 6: SC in each stitch around (30)
Rnd 7: SC in each stitch around (30)
Rnd 8: SC in next 6, *dec 1, SC in next * 4 times, SC in next 12 (26)
Rnd 9: *SC in next 4, dec 1* 5 times, dec 1 (21)
Rnd 10: *SC in next, dec 1* 7 times (14)
Rnd 11: SC in each stitch around (14) FO.
Stuff the paw with fiberfill.
Crochet Dog Gnome’s Hands (make 2 pieces):
-with a beige/cream color
Rnd 1: Start with a MR, and make 6 SC into it (6)
Rnd 2: *inc 1* 6 times (12)
Rnd 3-6: SC in each stitch around (12)
Switch to brown color
Rnd 7-16: SC in each stitch around (12)
Crochet Dog Gnome’s Ears (make 2):
-one with cream and one with brown
Rnd 1: Start with a MR, make 6 SC into the ring (6)
Rnd 2: *inc 1* 6 times (12)
Rnd 3: *SC in next 5, inc 1* 2 times (14)
Rnd 4: * SC in next 6, inc 1* 2 times (16)
Rnd 5: *SC in next 7, inc 1* 2 times (18)
Rnd 6-8: SC in each stitch around (18)
Rnd 9: *SC in next 7, dec 1* 2 times (16)
Rnd 10-11: SC in each stitch around (16)
Rnd 12: *SC in next 6, dec 1* 2 times (14)
Rnd 13-14: SC in each stitch around (14)
Rnd 15: *SC in next 5, dec 1* 2 times (12)
Rnd 16-20: SC in each stitch around (12) FO.
Crochet Dog Gnome’s tail
-with cream color
Rnd 1: Start with a MR, make 6 SC into the ring (6)
Rnd 2: SC in each stitch around (6)
Rnd 3: * SC 1, inc 1* 3 times (9)
Rnd 4: SC in each stitch around (9)
Rnd 5: * SC in next 2, inc 1 * 3 times (12)
Rnd 6: SC in each stitch around (12)
Rnd 7: * SC in next 2, inc 1 * 4 times (16)
Rnd 8-16: SC in each stitch around (16)
FO cream color. Attach brown.
Rnd 17: : SC in each stitch around (16)
Rnd 18: SC in next 4, *dec 1* 3 times, SC in next 6 (13)
Rnd 19: SC in next 4, *inc 1* 3 times, SC in next 6 (16)
Rnd 20-22: SC in each stitch around (16) FO.
How to Assembly your dog gnome?
- Take the nose and sew it under the brim. Place it right on top of the end of the cream belly part. See pic. below.
- Take the feet and sew them on both sides of the cream belly part.
- Attach the hands on both sides of the nose. Leave 6 sts between them.
Take the ears and place them on round 19. Leave 5-6 stitches between them. Attach them facing upwards, then bend them towards the side and secure it with a tapestry needle. Attach them only on the tip.
You can also attach the ears in two more ways. See pics below.
Take the tail and sew it on the back bottom of your gnome. I placed mine facing the side. You can also place it pointing upward.
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